CHRIS BENNETT & PATTIE BROOKS WORK ON MARRIAGE EQUALITY WITH THEIR VOICES!

These wonderful disco divas has devoted some of their talent and time to fight for Marriage Equality.

http://www.everybodyhastheright.com/

Everybody Has The Right is an anthem for the Marriage Equality movement and being introduced at Palm Springs Pride on November 6 & 7, 2010. More information about the national tour will be released as it becomes available.

“Living On Video” by Trans-X - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

The 80’s came alive on dance floors with tracks like “Living On Video” by Trans-X (Cerstin “Cessy” Strecker and Pascal Languirand). The 1983 hit brought a new element to electronic music by bridging the new wave edge along with disco electronic synthesizers. It was an exciting time.

I have placed the 1983 David Cronenberg horror-film “Videodrome” starring James Woods and Deborah Harry (Blondie) along with this track - this film was requested to be used by Jussi K. and I had to wait for the right mood and track to accent it with. The film depicts a cable-TV programmer who become involved in ultimate programming fashion that brings video literally into his life.

It is a graphic piece so beware of your eyes!

Featuring scenes from “Videodrome” - RENT THE DVD!
Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera
Produced by Ken Emmons

REISSUE: "Bahia" by El Coco - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

REISSUE: "Bahia" by El Coco - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

El Coco was W. Michael Lewis and Laurin Rinder who made a big impact on disco music and dance floors with their talent and creative minds.

Their first LP under the title El Coco was “Brazil” – the LP featured many flavors of dance rhythms and their early influence on disco mu...sic. Their studio concept groups included Discognosis, In Search Of Orchestra, Le Pamplemousse, Rinder & Lewis, Saint Tropez, and Tuxedo Junction, as well as artists like Eloise Whitaker. Their non-ending fusion of sounds and arrangements left no room for he imagination to go without.

I have take “Bahia” and blended it with the 1942 film with Tyrone Power and Gene Tierney to create a romantic interlude following his abandoning ship in the South Seas with a lovely island girl. Our music interlude ends in sadness as his rescue nears and a goodbye nears.

John Cromwell directed the film.

Dedicated by W. Michael Lewis
Featuring scenes from “Son Of Fury” – RENT THE DVD!
Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera
Produced by Ken Emmons

REISSUE: "Jealousy" by Amii Stewart - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

REISSUE: "Jealousy" by Amii Stewart - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

"Paradise Bird" is Amii Stewart's follow-up LP in 1978 - the following year her project "Knock On Wood" took discotheques by storm. Produced Barry Leng created a selection of dance tracks including "Jealousy".

Featuring a deep synth-bass loop and high-end chorus this track takes over your emotions.

It was Ken's concept ...to blend the drama of the 1992 comedy-fantasy film, "Death Becomes Her" starring Meryl Streep, Goldie Hawn and Bruce Willis. The film has the elements of a love-hate relationship between the 2 heroines and soon it becomes a matter of life and death and death...

The film is directed by Robert Zemeckis.

Featuring scenes from "Death Becomes Her" - RENT THE DVD!
Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera
Produced by Ken Emmon

REISSUE: "Automatic Lover" by Sylvia - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

REISSUE: "Automatic Lover" by Sylvia - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

Sylvia hit it big with her 1973 track, "Pillow Talk" -- her return to dance floors was thanks to her cover of the Dee Dee Jackson hit, "Automatic Lover" in 1978.

Produced by Ralph Deliz, Sylvia Robinson and Vinnie Cass -- this track utilized a sequencer loop similar to Donna Summer's "I Feel Love" and was every bit as effective. The vocoder track repeating, "I am your automatic lover" was enough to leave the song embedded in your mind after hearing it echo throughout a club.

I have taken scenes from the 1981 science fiction film by Michael Crichton, "Looker" and embedded the feel of a computer generated female -- made for satisfaction. The film's plot is a bit different but when segued along with Sylvia's "Automatic Lover" it forces you to imagine any different.

Scenes from "Looker" -- RENT THE DVD!
Video Edit by Glenn Rivera
Produced by Ken Emmons

REISSUE: "Can't Take My Eyes Off Of You" by Boys Town Gang - Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

REISSUE: "Can't Take My Eyes Off Of You" by Boys Town Gang - Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

Irvin Kershner's suspense film, "Eye's Of Laura Mars" hit theatres in 1978 -- it was a very nice combination of mystery, suspense, drama and some great disco music. The soundtrack featured Michael Zager Band's "Let's All Chant", Odyssey's "Native New Yorker" and KC and The Sunshine Band's "Shake Your Booty."

Visions of the film are expressed in this Video Mix with a completely new edge. Boys Town Gang's disco classic, "Can't Take My Eyes Off Of You" from 1981project produced by Bill Motley and sung by Jackson Moore. This music was geared to bring back a high-energy disco sound, which was lacking on major labels following the disco fade of the early 80's. This is a simple, yet effective result.

The bizarre theme of "Laura Mars" is put more delicately to Boys Town Gang's dance floor track with a bit more of Faye Dunaway's magic presence. It may seem a bit odd but if you think carefully about the story for those who have seen it and understand the meaning, know that it is along the same parallel.

Dedicated to Cynthia Manley and her wonderful talent, which she continues to share with so many with a great heart and attitude.

Featuring scenes from "Eyes Of Laura Mars" -- RENT THE DVD!
Video Mix by Glenn Rivera
Produced by Ken Emmons

DON'T EVER FORGET...

REISSUE: "Primitive Love" by Ellie Warren - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

REISSUE: "Primitive Love" by Ellie Warren - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

"Primitive Love" was released on Jet Records from England in 1982. It was the start for disco singer Ellie Warren. The cut did not do so well in your standard club, but was the perfect early morning sleaze cut for hardcore dance halls. This video rendition features clips from the Raquel Welch 60's action film, "One Million Years B.C." - it outlines how any girl in a 2-piece fur ensemble survives for love.

Featuring scenes from "One Million Years B.C." - RENT THE DVD!
Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera
Produced by Ken Emmons

REISSUE: "Spacer" by Sheila and B. Devotion - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

REISSUE: "Spacer" by Sheila and B. Devotion - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

Annie Chancel is Sheila - her first LP in 1977, “Love me Baby” made her an international sensation in discotheques across the world. Her 1979 LP “Spacer” is produced by none other than Bernard Edwards and Nile Rogers of Chic. From start to fin...ish the project has Chic written all over it. A great taste of funk, pop, and disco.

“Spacer” is a certified disco classic that continues to bring back fond memories of a dance era. It is truly a fabulous number for Sheila and B. Devotion.

I have taken the 1980 action adventure film, “Flash Gordon” starring Sam J. Jones, Melody Anderson, Max von Sydow and Topol and created a backdrop that is somewhat fitting for an hero. The film did not bring continued success for the lead stars, but has a colorful adventure for viewers.

The film was directed by Mike Hodges

This Disco Video Mix is dedicated to Rick and Dean in Australia - disco energy that never quits!

Featuring scenes from “Flash Gordon” - RENT THE DVD!
Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera
Produced by Ken Emmons

NOTE: The original soundtrack includes a theme performed by Freddie Mercury and Queen

WHAT??? SUNDAY???

Dizzy Comedy: Mel Brooks’ “High Anxiety” - Scenes 1

One of my favrite comedies of all time is the 1977 film, “High Anxiety" starring Mel (himself), Madeline Kahn, Cloris Leachman and Harvey Korman. The film ois a parody on the films of the master of suspense - Alfred Hitchcock. These are a few scenes from the zanny film!

Dizzy Comedy: Mel Brooks’ “High Anxiety” - Scenes 2

One of my favrite comedies of all time is the 1977 film, “High Anxiety" starring Mel (himself), Madeline Kahn, Cloris Leachman and Harvey Korman. The film ois a parody on the films of the master of suspense - Alfred Hitchcock. These are a few scenes from the zanny film!

Dizzy Comedy: Mel Brooks’ “High Anxiety” - Scenes 3

One of my favrite comedies of all time is the 1977 film, “High Anxiety" starring Mel (himself), Madeline Kahn, Cloris Leachman and Harvey Korman. The film ois a parody on the films of the master of suspense - Alfred Hitchcock. These are a few scenes from the zanny film!
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REISSUE: "Revenge" by Revanche - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

A strange mix of visuals from Stephen King's gothic horror novel and Brian DePalma's horror-classic, "Carrie" - mixed with Jacques Fred Petrus' production of Revanche's "Revenge"!

This is indeed a different take on the high energy sound of this dance floor... gem. It is perfect "prom" music, as you will see.

"Carrie" was released in 1976 by United Artists. Rent the DVD.

Featuring scenes from "Carrie" - RENT THE DVD!
Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera
Produced by Ken Emmons

REISSUE: "Jungle Boogie" by Kool and The Gang - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

From the 1973 LP "Wild And Peaceful" by Kool and The Gang comes the soul track, "Jungle Boogie". A funky excursion into a wild safari with funky guitar riffs and chants on the beat. This one was a biggie for the formulation of soulful elements and a groove.

This track is considered an old-school classic and continues to make retro dance floors catch the funk with a hand full of soul.

I have taken scenes from the 1967 Walt Disney film, "Jungle Book" into the Disco Mix arena and blended the two to create a light farce of dancing monkeys, cool tigers and our hero, Mowgli.

The film was directed by Wolfgang Reitherman

Featuring scenes from "Jungle Book" - RENT THE DVD!
Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera
Produced by Ken Emmons

RE-ISSUE: "Once Upon A Time" by Donna Summer - Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

From the 1978 Donna Summer double LP "Once Upon A Time" comes this monumental disco track.

It marks not only a period where Donna is recognized as an artist as well as a vocalist. The production by Giorgio Moroder and Pete Bellotte assisted by the arrangements by Bob Esty, make this project one that is well lasting in the disco realm.

I have taken the 1950 Walt Disney classic, "Cinderella", which "Once Upon A Time" is a disco opera based on the outline and created a small tale using the outline of Donna's magical dance number.

Featuring scenes from Walt Disney's "Cinderella" - RENT THE DVD!
Video Mix by Glenn Rivera
Produced by Ken Emmons

REISSUE: "Eaten Alive" by Diana Ross - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

From the 1985 LP “Eaten Alive”, Diana Ross sounded comfortable taking dance floors by weaving street beats with 80’s synth pop. This production was a vibe of playfulness on Ross’ vocals and a team consisting of Barry Gibb and Michael Jackson as coordinators.

The track used a massive sound of pounding drum tracks and trickling percussion to outline a fantasy like uncontrollable love tale.

The 1975 Spielberg film, “Jaws” seemed more than appropriate than just a play on words. The terror that this film added to movie history still lingers on. And although we have seen films with more evil intent and gore the mysterious predator in this story seems a bit more of nightmare that would even keep “The Sandman” awake.

Dedicated to the hardcore Diana Ross fans, the master, Mr. Spielberg and his unlimited imagination and Roy Scheider who passed away this year in 2008.

Featuring scenes from "Jaws" - RENT THE DVD!
Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera
Produced by Ken Emmons

For additional info on “Jaws” and a tribute to Roy Scheider go to: http://www.jawsmovie.com/

“Let It In (Rock)” by Caution -Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

Jorge Barreiro produced Caution in 1980 - his past work included Black Ivory, Disco Rollers, Bamboo (“I Don’t Wanna Lose It”) and J.R. and The Love Machine. The single “Let It In (Rock)” was a disco blend of distorted guitars and heavy disco bass - along with a mimic rock vocal. The song always sounded like a follow up to Chi Chi Favales and The Black and White Band.

I have taken the track and blended it with the 1979 film starring Bette Midler, “The Rose” -using the concert sequences as the metaphor in the light rock essence of this disco track.

The film was directed by Mark Rydell

Featuring scenes from “The Rose” - RENT THE DVD!
Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera
Produced by Ken Emmons

Bingo Nites VJs: "Soft Emotion" by Azoto

A great version of the 1979 LP "Disco Fizz" by Azoto - produced by legendary, Celso Valli (Passengers, Tantra, Lucrethia And The Azoto 14,008) - a fun take on the very beautifully arranged song.

FAME Spoof: “Dance Flick” (2009)

FAME Spoof: “Dance Flick” (2009)

A scene from the silly film “Dance Flick” - that has some pretty hilarious skits and jokes. it is all about the moves! Anyone who loved the 80’s “Beat Street” films and the current parody (ex “Scary Movie”) should enjoy theis movie greatly.

Directed by Damien Dante Wayans

REISSUE: "I Am Woman" by Jessica Williams - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

Jessica Williams has been a part of disco music during the vital years - from Arpeggio to French Kiss.

It is no wonder that her talent take on a new representation in 1999 with a techno-dance cover of Helen Reddy's 1972 hit "I Am Woman" - produce...d by Ray Burton. The track was featured in the film, "Trick" and cleverly so.

I have taken the production in a new realm along with the 1982 comedy, "Tootsie" starring Dustin Hoffman, Jessica Lange and Terri Garr - it is obvious where the connection is - a mouth full of laughs and great spotlight by Dustin!

Featuring scenes from "Tootsie" - RENT THE DVD!
Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera
Produced by Ken Emmons

REISSUE: "One Less Bell To Answer" by Pearly Gates - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

The 1962 classic "Whatever Happened To Baby Jane" gets the Disco Video Mix treatment - the film stars Bette Davis, Joan Crawford and Victor Buono. This time around, Jane is tired of being a slave to that "bell" and she lets us know her ...her heartbreak and limits on how long she will let her man go.

Pearly Gate's high energy classic from 1989 - a cover of "One Less Bell To Answer" is our theme. This track was produced by Ian Levine and Steven Wagner.

Featuring scenes from "Whatever Happened To Baby Jane" - RENT THE DVD!
Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera
Produced by Ken Emmons

“Invasion” by Patrick Cowley - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

Patrick Cowley has left a legacy of electronic music that moves us far beyond it’s meaning since there is so much mystery to his own talent. It is known that Patrick worked on many projects during the late 70’s infusing his own version of keyboards and sequencers to elevate dance music even more so. It was hits by disco star, Sylvester like “Dance (Disco Heat)” and “Stars” that moved him into the early 80’s with his own trademark sound.

“Technological World” is Patrick Cowley’s final project before he was taken from us by AIDS - it was a tragedy in that Patrick had only begun to inject his sound. There could have been so much more. “Invasion” is the second track on the LP which uses a science fiction theme to move the landscape of bustling keyboards and bass sequencers along.

I have taken the 1956 science fiction film, “Earth vs. The Flying Saucers” to fill in the soundtrack and give Patrick’s disco track some vivid life. The film was directed by Fred F. Sears and is one of the best Saturday matinee sci-fi flicks to date.

Featuring scenes from “Earth vs., The Flying Saucers” - RENT THE DVD!
Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera
Produced by Ken Emmons

“I’m Caught Up (In A One Night Love Affair)” by Inner Life - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

Inner Life is Greg Carmichael, Patrick Adams and Jocelyn Brown - a power house disco burst from the New York disco sound. Their big classic “I’m Caught Up (In A One Night Love Affair)” is a track that lives on and on - and will remain one of disco music’s most powerful songs.

Jocelyn Brown belts out this track as if it were a torch song from the heart - it is one her finest performances. The production by Greg Carmichael rings into place thanks to Patrick Adams’ genius - with a blend of Afro-Cuban percussion meets a light band-like approach to dance music. This classic sound is now history.

I have taken the song along with the 1986 comedy-drama “About Last Night” starring Demi Moore and Rob Lowe and placed some of the promises, disappointments and victory over love in this Disco Video Mix - it is a blend of the 70’s and 80’s as they meet to make ends meet!

Featuring scenes from “About Last Night” - RENT THE DVD!
Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera
Produced by Ken Emmons

Part Two: Any Other Children of the 70's Feel Ripped Off? :)

‎1970's Toy Commercials

Any Other Children of the 70's Feel Ripped Off? :)

‎1970's Toy Commercials (Mattel, Marx, Schaper, Remco)

MULTIPLY VIRUSES ON RAMPAGE: BE CAREFUL!

Several people have been hit by a virus - it comes as a PERSONAL MESSAGE and says something about a "video that you are in" - NEVER CLICK ON A LINK LIKE THIS IN EMAIL, BLOG OR MESSAGE.

I received 2 this past week but deleted them - FIRST OF ALL IF YOU DO NOT KNOW THE PERSON - NEVER CLICK ON A LINK -  and even if you use caution!

Several people have been hit here and it is sad to hear about the downtime and costs repairing these viruses.

DON'T KNOW WHY THESE IDIOTS DO THIS - BUT DON'T LET THEM SUCCEED!

Good energy to you, all.

- Glenn :)

Pussyfootin': Cat-Women of the Moon (1953)

Five astronauts travel to the dark side of the moon on a scientific expedition. There they discover a cave which somehow retains a breathable atmosphere. They remove their space suits and venture on, soon finding a buried city where the last members of a 2 million year old civilization greet them with food and drink. L...ittle do they know that these eight lovely leotard-clad women are planning to steal their ship.

What the heck?

“Christmas Medley ‘84” by Bonnie Forman - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

Bonnie Forman was an underground high-energy artist of the early 80’s - her first single “Walk Away” gave her deep and raw vocals an arena for dance floors and later to be produced by Bobby Orlando. Her singles, “I Want A Man” and her cover of “I Only Have Eyes For You” received quite a bit of play during the high energy transition in the mid-80’s.

Her vocal on Bobby Orlando’s “Christmas Medley ‘84” are harsh, but perfect for this wicked Disco Video Mix -a little out of the ordinary and not quite the Christmas greeting you are familiar with.

I have taken the 1974 horror film “Black Christmas” and used some of the terrifying visuals to create a strange, but somehow connected mix. The films stars Olivia Hussey, Kier Dullea and Margot Kidder. It was directed by Bob Clark (“Porky’s) and is a cult horror-film favorite.

This combo is perhaps sinister and odd - but there are always those moments - and they are meant in my sometimes warped humor.

Featuring scenes from “Black Christmas” - RENT THE DVD!
Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera
Produced by Ken Emmons

Cult Films: “The Human Tornado” (1976) - Rudy Ray Moore

Cult Films: “The Human Tornado” (1976) - Rudy Ray Moore

This may seem crazy - but that goodness that it is!

After coming off a successful comedy tour, Dolemite throws a get-together at his mansion, there he announces that he is to offer his mansion to the person that started a drive for a new boys' home, then is rudely interrupted by the local sheriff and his deputies because they're a group of black people having a party, thus causing trouble. Turns out the Sheriff's wife is offering Dolemite money for sexual services. When the sheriff catches them red handed, he promptly shoots his wife. Dolemite and his friends kidnap a young man and his car and decide head to California where he is to meet Queen Bee, only to find out that the local mob man, Joe Cavaletti kidnapped two of her girls and forced her to close down her joint and work for him. Dolemite must rescue Queen Bee, her girls and teach the grease balls a lesson all the while being chased by his hometown's sheriff for the murder of his wife he pinned on him.

The final scenes are similar to much of the era's kung fu scenes along with the expected added sound effects, and a fight with none other than the "Central American Nunchuck champion".

Directed by Cliff Roquemore
Music by Arthur Wright (The Wright Brothers Flying Machine, and Paul Jabara’s “Shut Out” LP)

Funky Attractions: “Disco Godfather” (1979)

A great black exploitation flick that I loved back then and it only brings major laughter now! Can you dig it?

A retired cop becomes a DJ/celebrity at the Blueberry Hill disco-- he's the "Disco Godfather!" All is well until his nephew flips out on a strange new drug that's sweeping the streets, called "angel dust," or PCP. Disco Godfather vows "to personally come down on the suckers that's producing this shit!" He takes to the streets, slaps drug dealers and even exposes a crooked cop that is covering for the dealers. In between, he still finds time to manage the Blueberry Hill and perform. "Put a little slide in yo' glide," he pleads to the patrons, "Put some weight on it!" Disco Godfather tracks down the kingpin that is behind all the angel dust production, but not before he is kidnapped and forced to inhale PCP through a gas mask!

Stars Rudy Ray Moore and Carol Speed
Directed by J. Robert Wagoner

FLASHBACK GALA 8.-9. OCTOBER 2010, VÄÄKSY - FINLAND

Special thanks to Alex Nikitin from Euro-Flash (http://www.euro-flash.net) for telling me about this event - and his love for dance music and dedication to share with others!

LIVE ON STAGE:
TIZIANA RIVALE, CLAY PEDRINI, FELLI, FRED VENTURA, GEORGE AARON, PETER ARESTI, RICCARDO CAMPA!!!

ITALO DEEJAYS:
SAVINO DJ (HOL), NEXTANIMAL (PL), PETER NEDERPELT (HOL), JAKE THE ONE (FIN), CHRIS BIHLMAIER (GER)

RECORD LAUNCH FOR:
NEW CLAY PEDRINI 12", NEW RICCARDO CAMPA 12" AND FOR SPECIAL PARTY RELEASE

Dinner with Mom - 11/4/10

My wonderful mother, Juanita (who is 80!!!) and myself

My mother is visiting and it was great to do dinner with her last night - she is always smiling. I guess that is where I got this from :)

How Is God Who We Are? - from "What The Bleep Do We Know?"

For a moment, let go of what you have been told about life and the world. See it as if you were in charge of your destiny and mind.

This is one of the moments and teachings from "What The Bleep Do We Know?" (2004) which I always felt in my mind and heart. Great words and make better sense than any stories I was told the... world was about.

Good energy to you.

You Are God - from "What The Bleep Do We Know?

For a moment, let go of what you have been told about life and the world. See it as if you were in charge of your destiny and mind.

This is one of the moments and teachings from "What The Bleep Do We Know?" (2004) which I always felt in my mind and heart. Great words and make better sense than any stories I was told the world was about.

Good energy to you.

"It Gets Better" - Suze Orman

"I just can't wait till Saturday..."

Hump Day Hope - the weekend is coming!

Go Bang! @ Deco Lounge: DJs Sergio Fedasz, Steve Fabus and Glenn

Go Bang! @ Deco Lounge: DJs Sergio Fedasz, Steve Fabus and Glenn Rivera

San Francisco / Halloween 2010 - The Morning After @ Golden Gate Park