00s Dance Music Classics by Party Favorz

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Party Favorz is back with Volume 3 of our BackSpin series, bringing you Electro House classics along with a mix of Millennial dance club hits from 2005-2006.

I hadn’t realized just how dominant the Rock Dance influence was during this time, but looking back, it was everywhere. Many tracks from that era didn’t make it into these two volumes, but one that certainly stands out (next to Kelly Clarkson’s “Since You’ve Been Gone” on Volume 2) is the Jacques Lu Cont Thin White Duke remix of “Mr. Brightside” by The Killers. This song was massive, and you practically couldn’t escape it.

This period also marked the rise of another French DJ besides David Guetta: Bob Sinclar. Though he’d been honing his craft since the late '80s, it wasn’t until this era that he seemingly exploded onto the scene with hits like “Love Generation,” “World, Hold On (Children of the Sun),” and “Rock This Party (Everybody Dance Now).” His meteoric popularity even led to him headlining one of Hugh Hefner’s parties at the Playboy Mansion. The event was later released as a two-volume set of House and Disco, aimed at the jet-set crowd.

David Guetta, of course, is also in the mix here with some of his early work, including Juliet’s “Avalon” and the huge “Love Don’t Let Me Go.” As promised, we replaced the rock version of Roger Sanchez’s “Turn On the Music” with the Axwell Electro House remix, which was the go-to version at the time.

Paul Oakenfold (another 90s mainstay) was enjoying renewed success during this era, hitting #1 with “Faster Kill Pussycat,” featuring the incredible vocals of Brittany Murphy (may she rest in peace). For those wondering where this year’s earlier hit “Perfect (Exceeder)” originated — it’s straight from this time period, and we’ve included the Martijn Ten Velden remix, which stays true to the original but is more DJ-friendly.

We also have to give major props to Peter Rauhofer (may he rest in peace) for his prolific output during this time. His remixes, which blended Progressive and Electro House, had wide appeal across dance floors. We’ve highlighted his stellar work on “Beautiful” by Christina Aguilera, “Killer” by Seal, and “Maneater” by Nelly Furtado — all of which hit #1 on the Dance Club charts. While we wanted to include his remix of the Vanity 6/Prince-penned “Nasty Girl” by Inaya Day, we decided it was a bit too much from one producer.

Two DJ duos that went on to achieve massive success are Moto Blanco, represented here with Mary J. Blige’s “Be Without You” (originally credited as Bobby Blanco), and Freemasons, who shine on Beyoncé’s “Deja Vu” and Faith Evans’ sassy “Mesmerized” — a personal favorite.

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At long last, Party Favorz is back with our latest BackSpin, featuring Electro House classics and other dance hits from the early millennium. This set specifically focuses on 2005-2006.

Electro House had already been bubbling up from the underground, but by 2005, we saw the rise of future DJs who would later become household names. People like David Guetta, Axwell, Kaskade, Fedde Le Grande, and Dave Aude, to name a few. This period also brought me back into the scene after having dropped out because the music from 2002-2004 had become too druggy, dark, and frankly, depressing. I just wasn't feeling what Stephane K & Creamer were putting out at the time. It wasn’t until Rick was out of town, and I went to a gay club in Atlanta with my bestie, LeAnn, that I realized the music was shifting. Hearing the Freemasons mix of "Lovin' You More" and "Mesmerized" lit a spark in me, and I knew the landscape was changing—bringing back my excitement for the scene.

By this time, the big room stylings of Thunderpuss (Barry Harris and Chris Cox) had come to an end. However, Chris Cox carried on with their big tribal sound, while Victor Calderone, Hex Hector, Tony Moran, and Ralphi Rosario continued topping the Dance Club charts. Peter Rauhofer ventured into darker, progressive sounds—sometimes hitting the mark, other times not—but he was still in high demand, commanding high prices for his shows. If you're craving those memorable hits, Party Favorz has you covered. Check out our Top Dance Songs of 2000-2009 and Top Dance Songs of 1996-1999 sections, where you'll find the biggest chart-toppers in the U.S. For those more into the circuit anthems from this era, head over to our Classic Circuit Anthems section, where a 4-volume set awaits to blow you away.

Over the next several years, the production styles of these early 2000s pioneers began to fade, making room for newer DJs like Avicii, Deadmau5, Calvin Harris, Soul Seekers, Wideboys, Freemasons, Moto Blanco, Seamus Haji, and soon after, Swedish House Mafia, among many others. The following decade was truly an exciting time for the Dance Club scene, with EDM becoming the dominant genre, alongside massive festivals that resembled rock concerts.

One thing that didn’t change was the length of the songs. Unlike today’s musical landscape, where dance tracks often clock in at under 4 minutes, DJs back then continued the tradition of long, epic songs, just like their predecessors. I did very little editing here to let listeners experience true club mixes, with full builds and progression, instead of the short, catchy hooks that dominate now.

It’s worth noting that while Electro House didn’t completely dominate the ...

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Have you been scrolling through TikTok lately, searching for the next big thing in club music? You might be encountering a surge of tracks labeled "Afro House." But hold on a minute – isn't that what Progressive House used to be called?

This trend of rebranding classic genres isn't new. Remember when Deep House morphed into commercial House, then Future House? Great music deserves recognition on its own merits, not through constant relabeling.

Speaking of great music, the recent TikTok wave has unearthed some fantastic reworked Progressive House classics. Think genre pioneers like John Creamer & Stephane K, Deep Dish, Scumfrog, and artists who masterfully used heavy percussion – Chus & Ceballos, Oscar G & Ralph Falcon, Friburn & Urik, Peter Rauhofer, and many more. Tracks like Rui Da Silva's timeless "Touch Me" are getting a fresh spin for modern dance floors, and the results are phenomenal!

Back to the Future: Revisiting Millennial Dance Music

The cyclical nature of dance music trends is undeniable. Right now, the spotlight's on late-90s and early 2000s classics, with artists sampling or revamping entire tracks. It's a trend we wholeheartedly support, and you can expect to hear these gems showcased in future Club Fusion and Peak Hour sets.

This trend sparked a trip down memory lane for us here at Party Favorz. Remember our BackSpin series from way back in our early years? Last year, we aimed to revisit the glory days of 2000s dance music, following up on our popular Ultimate 90s House Classics series.

We started with a Millennial Dance Classics series, but the sheer diversity of the decade made it tough to curate a cohesive set. After all, massive hits often land in our Top Dance Songs of the Year anyway.

So, we decided to resurrect the BackSpin series! This allows us to delve deeper into specific genres that defined the 2000s dance music scene. Each BackSpin release will focus on a distinct genre, with a sprinkle of Trance and Electronica thrown in for good measure. These sets will typically span a five-year period, featuring a mix of crowd-pleasing favorites and some hidden gems ripe for rediscovery – think "It's Love (Trippin')" by Goldtrix and Andrea Brown or "Addicted To Bass" by Puretone featured in volume 1.

For those seeking classic remixes by the likes of Thunderpuss, Hex Hector, and Victor Calderone, fear not! We've already covered those in our Classic Circuit Anthems series from 2014.

The BackSpin Reboot: A Journey Through Millennial Dance Music Genres

The rebooted BackSpin series will explore the vast and vibrant landscape of Millennial dance music, beyond the big remixes.

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Dive into the captivating era of dance music with Party Favorz's final volume of the 'Top 2000s Dance Music Classics' series, covering iconic tunes from 2003 to 2004. This collection showcases some of the biggest dance hits and hidden treasures that defined this pivotal period in dance music.

Among the influential contributors of this period were Gabriel & Dresden, whose transition from progressive to trance remixes provided a darker edge to club music. Their remix of Jewel's "Intuition" still ranks high among the Top 2000s Dance Music Classics. Jewel, known as an alt-folk singer, proved that thought-provoking lyrics could coexist with pop's perceived superficiality by transitioning into pop music.

Mainstream hits of this period include Christina Milian's "Dip It Low", Janet Jackson's "All Nite (Don't Stop)", and Justin Timberlake's "Rock Your Body". These songs not only dominated pop charts but also set dance floors on fire, particularly Sander Kleinberg's progressive house mixes, a distinctive part of the Top 2000s Dance Music Classics.

Lesser-known but equally impactful tracks such as Nina Sky's "Move Your Body" and Mylo's "Drop the Pressure" gained classic status in this era and received renewed interest with remix treatments in 2022.

This period also saw ONO, John Lennon's widow, venture into dance music. Her abstract poetry, turned into dance remixes, was a successful experiment, with "Walking on Thin Ice", remixed by Pet Shop Boys and Danny Tengalia, topping the club charts.

An unforgettable entry to our Top 2000s Dance Music Classics is the Heaven & Earth remix of "Clocks" by Coldplay. Despite not being an official release and charting low, its profound impact on club music was later acknowledged by Coldplay itself.

For a comprehensive list of the best dance tunes from this era, explore our Top Dance Songs for 2000 — 2009, focusing on the 2003 and 2004 releases.

Stay tuned for our regular programming next week. Meanwhile, prepare to be transported back to the millennial dance music era with the 'Top 2000s Dance Music Classics'. And as always...ENJOY!

Album: Millennial Dance Classics [2003 — 2004] Vol. 3Genre: Electro House, Progressive House, House MusicYear: 2023Total Time: 03:19:52

1. t.A.T.u. - All The Things She Said (Extension 119 Club Vocal Mix)

2. Nina Sky - Move Ya Body (Kurd Maverick Main Vocal Mix)

3. Raven Maize - Fascinated (Joey Negro Club Mix)

4. Mylo - Drop The Pressure (Future Funk Squad Remix)

5. ONO - Walking On Thin Ice (Pet Shop Boys Extended Dance Mix)

6. Robbie Rivera - Which Way You're Going (Wally Lopez Remix)

7. Milk & Sugar feat. Lizzy Pattinson - Let The Sun Shine (Terrace M...

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Get ready to immerse yourself in the golden era of dance music with Party Favorz's Volume 2 of the 'Top 2000s Dance Music Classics'. A rich compilation of some of the biggest dance hits from 2003 to 2004, this offering is a must for any dance music enthusiast, featuring unedited epic tracks allowing you to relive the era of massive remixes.

One standout DJ/producer from this era encapsulated in this Top 2000s Dance Music Classics collection is Dave Audé, a preferred choice for remix production. With an abundance of rock remixes from artists like Jacques Lu Cont, Thin White Duke, Les Rythmes Digitales (a.k.a. Stuart Price), Jason Nevins, and Lindbergh Palace, this set offers a diverse mix of genre hits.

Interestingly, all these remix artists have worked with Madonna at some point, with Stuart Price being instrumental in producing "Confessions On a Dance Floor" and leading her "Confessions Tour".

This Top 2000s Dance Music Classics volume also showcases other noteworthy DJ/producers like Gabriel & Dresden and Junkie XL, recognized for their progressive remixes that harmoniously blend Trance music with rock-dance. The period also saw the rise of Electro House, with Benny Benassi's remix of Goldfrapp's "Strict Machine" and his debut single "Satisfaction" pioneering the genre into mainstream popularity.

While Electro House was gaining prominence during this period, Party Favorz hasn't overlooked the underground hits from genres like Trance, Progressive House, and House music. However, most of the mainstream hits are reserved for our 'Top Dance Songs of the Year' series.

We are geared up to release Volume 3 of the Top 2000s Dance Music Classics mid-week, followed by a final volume next weekend. Expect some Disco House and Peak Hour tunes to keep the party vibe alive. So, don't wait! Dive into the memorable sounds of 2003-2004 with Party Favorz's 'Top 2000s Dance Music Classics' Volume 2!

Until the next time...ENJOY!

Album: Millennial Dance Classics [2003 — 2004] Vol. 2Genre: Electro House, Progressive House, House MusicYear: 2023Total Time: 02:55:32

1. Seal - Get It Together (Bill Hamel Vocal Mix)

2. GusGus - David (Tim Deluxe Mix)

3. Annie Lennox - Wonderful (Dave Audé Extended Vocal Club)

4. Armand Van Helden - My, My, My (We Deliver The Remix 001)

5. George Michael - Amazing (Full Intention Club Mix)

6. Ashanti - Rock Wit U (Awww Baby) (Pound Boys Remix)

7. Groove Armada - Easy (Original Mix)

8. Ghostface feat. Missy Elliott - Tush (Nevins' Porno Club Mix)

9. Enrique Iglesias feat. Kelis - Not In Love (Dave Audé Remix)

10. Venus Hum - Montana (New Ground Remix)

11. Junior Jack feat.

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Are you ready to go back in time to the early 2000s when DJs ruled the dance scene? Party Favorz is back with the long-awaited continuation of our Top 2000s Dance Music Classics series, featuring some of the biggest hits from 2003 to 2004.

Get ready to relive the golden era of dance music, with tracks like David Morales feat. Lea-Lorién's "How Would U Feel," The Roc Project feat. Tina Arena's "Never (Past Tense) (DJ Tiësto Remix)," Elton John's "Are You Ready For Love (Mylo's Road Map To Peace Remix)," Kurtis Mantronik presents Chamonix's "How Did You Know (77 Strings)," and Felix Da Housecat's "Silver Screen Shower Scene (Thin White Duke Mix)."

This period was a time of transition, with progressive and electro house emerging as popular genres while DJs like Thunderpuss, Victor Calderone, and Hex Hector became household names. While some of the top songs of the time had a darker sound, this series focuses on the alternative versions of the dance hits and an emerging sound that would inspire a whole new group of superstar DJs in the near future.

This series runs adjacent to Party Favorz's Top Dance Songs of the Year from 2000 - 2009 companion series, showcasing the diversity of dance music that was not always present in what promo services were promoting to DJs.

With gems both big and small, the Top 2000s Dance Music Classics series is a must-listen for anyone who wants to take a trip down the not-so-distant past. So, let's go back to the early 2000s and relive the sounds that got us to where we are today. Until the next time...ENJOY!

Album: Millennial Dance Classics [2003 — 2004] Vol. 1Genre: House Music, Progressive House, TranceYear: 2023Total Time: 02:56:47

1. Sting feat. Mylène Farmer - Stolen Car (Take Me Dancing) (Dave Audé Extended Mix)

2. Annie Lennox - Pavement Cracks (Gabriel & Dresden Club Mix)

3. Tiësto feat. BT - Love Comes Again (Original 12 Inch Version)

4. Plummet - Cherish The Day (Sorrentino Remix)

5. David Morales feat. Lea-Lorién - How Would U Feel (Extended Mix)

6. The Scumfrog - Music Revolution (Extended Version)

7. Delerium & JAEL - After All (Satoshi Tomiie Remix)

8. DJ Dan - That Phone Track (Original Mix)

9. Gwen Stefani - What You Waiting For (Jacques Lu Cont Thin White Duke Mix)

10. Lee Cabrera feat. Alex Cartana - Shake It (Move A Little Closer) (Extended Vocal Mix)

11. George Michael - Flawless (Shapeshifters Remix)

12. Simply Red - Sunrise (ATFC Morning Glory Remix)

13. Jewel - Stand (Mike Rizzo Global Club Mix)

14. The Roc Project feat. Tina Arena - Never (Past Tense) (DJ Tiësto Remix)

15. Dido - White Flag (Beginnerz Remix)

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Welcome to another exciting Saturday with Party Favorz, as we present Volume 2 of the 'Top 2000s Dance Music Classics' series, featuring some of the most popular dance anthems from 1999 to 2002.

In our previous post for Volume 1, we discussed how many of these iconic 2000s Dance Classics have become foundational in today's club scene. Hits like ATB's "9PM (Til I Come)", Alice Deejay's "Better Off Alone", and ATC's "Around the World (La La La La La)" have been reimagined into chart-topping hits recently. Moreover, the track "Blue (I'm Good)" by David Guetta & Bebe Rexha, which samples Eiffel 65's "Blue (Da Be Dee)", also known as "Blue (I'm in Need of a Guy)", is a key feature of this set.

This collection also includes Afro Medusa's "Pasilda" and Earth, Wind & Fire's "September", tracks that have seen countless reworks since their release, with the Phats & Small 1999 remix starting the trend.

Some of my personal favourites from this era, like Rui Da Silva's "Touch Me", Puretone's "Addicted To Bass", and Pete Heller's "Big Love", are also part of this collection of 2000s Dance Music.

This set is packed with diversity, ranging from House to Trance and Progressive House, and includes works from several high-demand DJs of the era such as Knee Deep, Robbie Rivera, Roger Sanchez, and Illicit. These artists, still relevant today, continue to show their mastery of the craft.

As we enjoy the cool days following the sweltering heat, stay tuned for the heat to return with our annual HW series next week. Until then...ENJOY!

Album: Millennial Dance Classics [1999 – 2002] Vol. 2Genre: House Music, Progressive House, TranceYear: 2022Total Time: 05:43:02

1. Roger Sanchez - Another Chance (Original Mix)

2. Daft Punk - One More Time (Select Mix Remix)

3. The Ones - Flawless (Phunk Investigation Vocal Mix)

4. Earth, Wind & Fire vs. Phats & Small - September '99 (Mutant Disco Vocal Mix)

5. Beatchuggers feat. Eric Clapton - Forever Man (How Many Times) (Original Mix)

6. Afro Medusa - Pasilda (Knee Deep Mix)

7. Mary Mary - Shackles (Praise You) (Maurice's Carnival 2000 Mix)

8. Onephatdeeva - Bad Habit (ATFC Club Mix)

9. Chicco Secci & Robbie Rivera - Let's Get Together (Main Club Mix)

10. Jamiroquai - Canned Heat (Futureshock Mix)

11. Eiffel 65 - Blue (Da Ba Dee) (DJ Ponte Ice Pop Mix)

12. Alice Deejay - Better Off Alone (Vocal Club Mix)

13. DJ Sammy & Yanou feat. Do - Heaven (S'n'Y Mix Extended)

14. Ian van Dahl feat. Marsha - Castles In The Sky (Extended Mix)

15. Olive - I'm Not In Love (DJ Skribble & Anthony Acid Trance Club Mix)

16. Funky Green Dogs - You Got Me (Burnin' Up) (DJ Asle Extended Mix)

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Party Favorz is back with one of our bucket list items that move us from the Ultimate 90s House Classics into the millennium with the Top 2000s Dance Music Classics. I took a different approach to this series, which immediately becomes obvious with the title.

First, I started with 1999 because it is possibly one of the best years in dance music history. Many of today's biggest hits have reworked samples that have been turned into massive anthems for a new generation of partygoers. Everything from the late Paul Johnson's "Get Get Down," "Lady (Hear Me Tonight) by Modjo," "9 PM (Til I Come)" by ATB to "Around the World (La La La La La)" by ATC and "Blue (Da Ba Dee)" by Eifel 65 have been plucked from the dance music annals breathing new life into the originals. Heck, even our lady Bey's smash album "Renaissance" is packed with samples from bygone eras.

The other thing you'll notice is that this first set spans 4 years. The millennium was a great time for the evolution of dance music from Progressive House which began in the mid-90s and exploded by the end of the decade, to Trance, Techno, Hard Dance, French House, Filtered House, Funky House, Electro House and music that combined elements of all these genres. Of course, the advancement of technology had a lot to do with the abundance of offerings but it was human ingenuity that pushed the boundaries of what House Music could be.

Needless to say, it's difficult to focus on just the hits because there were so many memorable underground hits as well depending on where you lived and the bars you frequented. If you're looking for the big room progressive sounds by Hex Hector, Victor Calderone, Peter Rauhofer, Thunderpuss, Junior Vasquez, or Jonathan Peters — you're better off revisiting our Top Dance Songs of the Year series, which starts in 1996 but it's 1999 and beyond you're after. Frankly, 1999 needs to be expanded but I haven't gotten around to it. Equally, five out of the six DJs mentioned have their own Legacy series linked in this article. Depending on what decisions are made with the future of Party Favorz next year — I may go back and do a series with just the big room progressive house anthems featuring these DJs and others. That could be a lot of fun. However, for this series — they were not included.

I wasn't sure how this would turn out but this and the upcoming volume 2 have been on repeat in my car for several weeks now as I worked out the final track selections and I'm pleasantly surprised. There is a good deal of House Music styles here with some more Progressive House as it got redefined along with some long-lost gems that even I had completely forgotten about.

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I was going to post a fifth volume of Happy House Classics from the Millennium but decided to update an older Diva Hall of Fame entry for the ailing Aretha Franklin. The woman is an icon and one of the greatest female singers of all time. While it's too soon to write her obituary, I truly adore this woman and all that she has contributed to popular music.

In the interim, please enjoy this fourth set of Happy House Classics that pretty much covers a little from 2007 but predominantly from 2008. While all these songs appear across a multitude of older sets from the era, I've taken great pains to pull out my favorites and compiled them into a comprehensive set. Until the next time...ENJOY!

Album: Happy House Classics vol. 4Genre: Funky, Soulful, House MusicYear: 2018Total Time: 02:15:09

Robin Thicke feat. Mary J. Blige - Magic (Moto Blanco Club Mix)

Marco Demark feat. Casey Barnes - Tiny Dancer (Moto Blanco Club Mix)

Sara Bareilles - Love Song (Hommer House Remix)

Eyereel Allstars feat. Lucy Clarke - Get It On (Soul Seekerz Old School Remix)

Milk & Sugar - Higher & Higher (2007 Club Mix)

Reanimator feat. Big Daddi & Vanilla Ice - Ice Ice Baby (7th Heaven Mix)

Tognarelli & Bertani - I Get Power (T&B Club Mix)

Fudge feat. Ann Yung - Fruitcake (Stonebridge Club Mix)

The Saturdays - If This Love (Moto Blanco Club Mix)

Bryn Christopher - Smilin' (Moto Blanco Club Remix)

Stephanie Mills - Rush On Me (Moto Blanco Mix)

Dawood & Knight feat. Jodie Connor - Love Of My Life (Wideboys Club Mix)

Dervish feat. Mike Davis & Inaya Day - Blessed (Majhong Extended Mix)

Illusive - Make A Difference (Original Mix)

Hanna Hais - I Love America (DJ Meme Main Club Mix)

DJ Dervish & Charlie Edwards feat. Patricia Golly - Lonely People (Original Mix)

Michelle Williams - We Break The Dawn (Moto Blanco Club Mix)

Luke Lawson feat. Big John Whitfield - All Night Long (Falko Niestolik & JK David Mix)

Inaya Day & Nick Jay - All I'm Sayin (Just Hold On) (Brett Austin Re-Rub)

Kathy Brown - Sound Of The City (Soulshaker Club Mix)

JCA pres. Solaphonics - Total Love (Main Mix)

Revolution feat. Maduvha - Light Of My Life (Extended Mix)

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Album: Happy House Classics vol. 3Genre: Funky, Soulful, House MusicYear: 2018Total Time: 02:24:38

1. Ron Gelfer feat. Tiger Lily - Your Beat Sounds Like (Disco Lips Remix)

2. Laurent Wolf feat. Soni Dee - Sunshine Paradise (Hott 22 Club Mix)

3. Malibu Sneakers - Get Down Again (Raul Rincon Vocal Mix)

4. Cindy Mizelle - That Man Of Mine (Disco-O-House Mix)

5. No Halo - Put Your Hands On (Warren Clarke Remix)

6. Axwell feat. Evelyn Thomas - High Energy (Axwell Vocal Mix)

7. Beatz Kinetic - Push The Fader (Earnshaw & Jones Remix)

8. Firefox - Pull My Trigger (Soul Tornado Remix)

9. The Allstars Collective feat. Jocelyn Brown - All About The Music (Bassmonkeys Mix)

10. Moony - I Don't Know Why (Viale & DJ Ross Remix)

11. Change - Angel In My Pocket (Soul Seekerz Club Mix)

12. Seamus Haji feat. Doug Lazy - Head To Toe (Seamus Haji Big Love Mix)

13. Redsoul feat. Andrea Love - Heat You Up (Melt You Down) (Redsoul Club Mix)

14. Will Smith - Miami (Laidback Luke Bootleg)

15. Antigone - More Man Than Man (Bassmonkeys Club Mix)

16. Love To Infinity feat. Kelly Llorenna - Keep Love Together (Moto Blanco Remix)

17. Solange Knowles - I Decided (Moto Blanco Club Mix)

18. Loveshy - AM To PM (K-Klass Remix)

19. Tristan Garner feat. Akil - Give Love (Jerome Isma-Ae Remix)

20. Groove Armada feat. Candi Staton - Love Sweet Sound (Mark Knight & Funkagenda's A.H.B Mix)

21. SeSa feat. Sharon Philips - Like This Like That (Extended Vocal Mix)

22. Mary Mary - Get Up (George Mena & Frankie Estevez Fuzion Remix)

23. Quentin Harris feat. Jason Walker - Can't Stop (Joey Negro Remix)

24. Hercules & Love Affair - Blind (Frankie Knuckles Remix)