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

COMING SOON! (Edition 4/28/11)

COMING SOON!
"You Stepped Into My Life" by Melba Moore - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera
Featuring scenes from "Harry and The Hendersons" - RENT THE DVD!
Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera
Produced by Ken Emmons

“Orient Express” by Voyage – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

Voyage is a disco European disco band consisting of many musicians whom were involved in various disco projects during the late 70s as studio musicians. The production was under the direction of Roger Tokarz – who also worked with Voyage band member Pierre Alain Dahan with a project titled The Peppers.

“Orient Express” is a track from the first album from Voyage and is an instrumental track featuring sitars and wind instruments to create the atmospheric feel of the orient and its mystery.

I have taken the 1952 film “Road To Bali” starring Bing Crosby, Bob Hope and Dorothy Lamour into this Disco Video Mix to complete the adventurous sound. The scenes featuring exotic dancers are the hit on the Maluku Islands.

The film was directed by Hal Walker

Featuring scenes from “Road To Bali” – RENT THE DVD!
Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera
Produced by Ken Emmons

“The Wizard Of Oz” by Meco – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

Meco Monardo has been producing and arranging disco music since the early 70’s with artists like Don Downing, Gloria Gaynor and Carol Douglas. His first solo album was a very successful disco-pop version of “Star Wars” in 1977 which helped to bring the magic to disco music of the period. In his fourth project he covers the soundtrack to the classic “The Wizard Of Oz” – his disco version includes the extensive storyline tied into the various excerpts and songs from the 1939 film production.

I have taken scenes from the 1978 film “The Wiz” – an adaption of the 1974 Broadway play which gives the “The Wizard Of Oz” an African-American experience on the tale. The film stars Diana Ross, Michael Jackson, Nipsey Russell and Ted Ross. The Meco version based on the original and the clips from “The Wiz” are worked in synch to create the adventure and magic all over again.

The film was directed by Sidney Lumet

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

REISSUE: "Hit 'N Run Lover" by Carol Jiani - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

Carol Jiani's "Hit 'N Run Lover" is a disco classic. The track was released in 1981 and made a place on every dance floor from the first beat.

Produced by Joe La Greca and arranged by Denis LaPage - is was no wonder how this track was able to create magic in discotheques.

I had always envisioned the song as a theme from a James Bond film - it is now presented along with the 1974 film, "The Man With The Golden Gun" starring Roger Moore, Christopher Lee and Britt Ekland. Directed by Guy Hamilton

The theme moves along with the spy action and also allows Carol the opportunity to make the drama her own.

Featuring scenes from "The Man With The Golden Gun" - RENT THE DVD!
Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera
Produced by Ken Emmons

“Masterpiece” by Gazebo – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

Gazebo is Paul Mazzolini – an Italian singer/producer marking the 80s with many dance tracks now Italo-disco classics. His 1982 release “Masterpiece” is his first solo single and one of his most memorable. It is one of the innovative productions to bring 80s dance floors into a new period.

The 1950 film “All About Eve” is the cinematic story behind this Disco Video Mix and although it is Broadway and not Hollywood – the story plays out the same. With images of Bette Davis it completes the “masterful” painting.

The film was directed by Joseph L. Mankiewicz

Featuring scenes from “All About Eve” – RENT THE DVD!
Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera
Produced by Ken Emmons

REISSUE: "Primitive Desire" by Eastbound Expressway - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

Eastbound Expressway released their first single in 1976 - they continued throughout the high-energy period of the 80's. "Primitive Desire" being their 1983 single release with a jungle flavor and theme.

The song was produced by Ian Levine and Fiachra Trench for Record Shack

I have taken the 1981 film, "Tarzan, the Ape Man" starring Bo Derek, Miles O'Keefe and Richard Harris to complete the visual for the Disco Video Mix. The scenes are quite funny to see now - as they were looked at as John and Bo Derek's travel movies. The film was not a hit - but only a vehicle for Bo's sensuality and poise - which works well for this mix.

The film was directed by John Derek

Featuring scenes from "Tarzan, the Ape Man" - RENT THE DVD!
Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera
Produced by Ken Emmons

“Soft Emotion” by Azoto – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

Azoto is a project created by Italian disco producer Celso Valli – his contributions also include Macho, Passengers, Tantra and Peter Jacques Band. His work is regarded as innovative arrangements which helped to shape the Italo-disco scene of the early 80s.

“Soft Emotion” is from the 1979 LP “Disco Fizz” – one of the most beautifully crafted pieces of disco from the time period.

This Disco Video Mix takes the 1995 film remake of “The Brady Bunch Movie” and places the images and retro-laughs in a segment centered on Jan’s in security of her older sister (“Marsha! Marsha! Marsha!). It also gives us another glimpse of that fabulous talent show performance!

The film was directed by Betty Thomas

Featuring scenes from “The Brady Bunch Movie” – RENT THE DVD!
Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera
Produced by Ken Emmons

COMING SOON (Edition 4-22-11)

COMING SOON!
"Soft Emotion" by Azoto - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera
Featuring scenes from "The Brady Bunch Movie" - RENT THE DVD!
Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera
Produced by Ken Emmons

REISSUE: “What Makes A Man’ by Marseilles - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

Marseilles released a dance cover version of the great Charles Aznavour song “Comme Ils Disent" (“What Makes A Man”) - produced and arranged by Steve Jolley & Steve Warwick. This version was released in 1990 and did quite well in the underground gay club circuit.

I have taken the 1994 film, “The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert” starring Terrance Stamp, Hugo Weaving and
Guy Pearce and placed images and scenes of the comedy-drama along side of this Disco Video Mix to create a whole need message.

The film was directed by Stephan Elliott

Featuring scenes from “The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert” - RENT THE DVD!
Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera
Produced by Ken Emmons

“Behind The Groove” by Teena Marie – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

Teena Marie (Mary Christine Brockert) is better known as Lady T – a R&B artists who brought a new style and edge to soul and disco music in the late 70s. Her music was poetic and a very powerful inspiration to the soul. Her second album in 1980 titled “Lady T” contained the dance single “Behind The Groove” which I have taken into the Disco Video Mix arena thanks to an ideal from Ken Emmons.

The 1980 musical “Xanadu” starring Olivia Newton John, Gene Kelly and Michael Beck is the visual in this project – the big dance segments lend some energy and mystique to the mythical land of Xanadu. The film is a campy piece of 80s dance that always makes the magic of disco and the era come alive again.

The film was directed by Robert Greenwald

Featuring scenes from “Xanadu” – RENT THE DVD!
Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera
Produced by Ken Emmons (based on his concept)

REISSUE: "Airport" by Marc Harris - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

Steve Benson (alias Dieter Bohlen from Modern Talking) produced Marc Harris' "Airport" in 1981 -- a small drama about a lover awaiting his connection to a partner via airplane.

Some great guitars and synthesizers paint an exciting adventure of love -- and completing the story are scenes from the 1975 disaster epic, "Airport 1975" from Universal Pictures. Stars Karen Black, Charlton Heston, George Kennedy and a parade of stars including Gloria Swanson and singer, Helen Reddy. I have used some of the key scenes from the film to complete a disco-fied disaster short.

The film was apart of the disaster period of the mid-seventies -- "Airport 1975" was parodied in the 1979 film "Airplane" and for more reasons than one. It still outlines excitement and adventure no matter how ridiculous it may appear.

The track by Marc Harris appeared on Ariola Records and is now a classic high energy disco track.

Scenes from "Airport 1975" - RENT THE DVD!
Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera
Produced by Ken Emmons

REISSUE: "Sphinx Medley" by Sphinx - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

The king of the eurodisco sound in the 1970's is Alec R. Costandinos - his compositions and productions are the highest in standards and execution.

His 1977 project "Sphinx" labeled as a studio group by the same name is a double movement featuring biblical charaters - I have removed the theme and used parts of the beautiful instrumentals with the powerful Ambrosian choruses to create "Sphinx Medley" - it is paired with the 1961 adventures film "Colossus Of Rhodes" the story of Athenian war hero Darios.

Segements and images from the film present a worthy drama for the backdrop of this Disco Video Mix of revolt and war as well as some beautiful costumes, scenery and men!

The film stars Rory Calhoun, Lea Massari, Georges Marchal, Conrado San Martín and Ángel Aranda - it was directed by Sergio Leone

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

“Love Story” by Andy Williams – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

Andy Williams takes the theme “Love Story” from the film along with disco producer extraordinaire, Bob Esty and creates a memorable and emotional dance experience. The 12” single was released in 1979 and became a club sensation for those who desired the symphonic and artistic power of disco.

I have taken the track and paired it with the original film from 1970 – “Love Story” starring Ryan O’ Neal and Ali MacGraw – a story of love, understanding and finale tragedy. It moves well with the dance version along with some help.

The film was directed by Arthur Hiller

Featuring scenes from “Love Story” – RENT THE DVD!
Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera
Produced by Ken Emmons

Disco Slice: "Disco Fever" (1978) - Fabian does Disco?

Opening sequence to the cheap and silly film, "Disco Fever" - starring Fabian as an upcoming disco star? And Casy Kasem! True camp and cheese!

Shot at Osco's Discotheque in Los Angeles where "Thank God It's Friday" was filmed

Jaded night club owner stages the comeback of an ex-teen idol for revenge.
Directed by Lamar Card
Starring Fabian, Casey Kasem and Phoebe Dorin

REISSUE: “Love Rollercoaster” by Ohio Players – Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

It was 1975 and soul music was gettin’ real funky – Ohio Players merged on the scene in 1971 originally and then again in 1974 with their big hit, “Fire” – but it was 1975 when their dance track, “Love Rollercoaster” made them apart of soul/dance music history.

You just can’t get any funkier than this. Cow bells. Whoppin’ big guitars. And keyboards that sound straight out of a 70’s reunion. Great dance track to remind us of how dance music has changed and yet somehow remains the same.

I have created a montage of scenes from Universal’s “Rollercoaster” which was released in 1977 and was featured in first release in “Sensurround” which was created for the film “Earthquake” where a low frequency sound system would give a bass rumble to the floor and vibrate each viewer. It wasn’t as effective in “Rollercoaster” as in “Earthquake” – but still quite some fun!

Featuring scenes from Universal Pictures “Rollercoaster” – RENT THE DVD!
Video Mix by Glenn Rivera
Produced by Ken Emmons

REISSUE: “Mirror, Mirror” by Diana Ross – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

Diana Ross returned in 1981 with an LP titled “Why Do Fools Fall In Love” featuring the track, “Mirror, Mirror”. This song was a funky as Ross’ earlier session with Chic producers Nile Rodgers and Bernard Edwards in 1980.

The project was produced by Diana Ross and was a big part of the dance fusion of the early 80’s and was co-written by Michael Sembello (“Maniac”)

Taking the Walt Disney children’s classic, “Snow White and The Seven Dwarfs” from the Brothers Grimm Fairy tale collection and placing it below the theme of “Mirror, Mirror” was an easy one and flowed wonderfully. This animated classic was released originally in 1938 and had some of the most frightening visions as well as the most sinister figure, The Wicked Queen.

This idea came about thanks to Ken Emmons – connecting the two became my job. I hope it entertains you as well.

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

“High Society” by Norma Jean – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

Norma Jean hit the disco scene with top billing – as a member of the group Chic – along with Bernard Edwards and Nile Rodgers her first solo LP “Norma Jean” became a sensation – containing the big hit “Saturday”.

I have taken her follow-up single “High Society” and paired it up with the 1956 comedy-romantic film “High Society” starring Bing Crosby, Grace Kelly and Frank Sinatra. The story of a jazz musician who finds love and an education on “high society” .

The film was directed by Charles Walters

Featuring scenes from “High Society” – RENT THE DVD!
Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera
Produced by Ken Emmons

COMING SOON! (Edition 4-17-11)

COMING SOON!

"Shanghied" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - 'Lectric Funk

REISSUE: “Panic!” by French Kiss – Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

The 1979 Simon Soussan production of French Kiss is paired with the 1978 musical, “Grease” starring John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John.

A strange mix of dance periods yet the same romantic theme of uncontrollable love. I have found a few areas of “Grease” where “Panic” is appropriate.

French Kiss was Jessica Williams, Lamar Stevens and Muffi Durham – an ensemble very familiar to Soussan’s production of Arpeggio – yet the energy of “Panic!” is still one disco music classics during the high energy peak of the period.

Featuring scenes from “Grease” – RENT THE DVD!
Video Mix by Glenn Rivera
Produced by Ken Emmons

Jimmy Bo Horne meets Joan Crawford in "Spank"!

This is a little weird - but what can you expect when an idea hits my thoughts and it is easy to create?

Jimmy Bo Horne's "Spank" is wrecked by Mommie Dearest - all in fun

COMING SOON! (Edition 4-16-11)

COMING SOON!
"The Wizard of Oz" by Meco - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera
Featuring scenes from "The Wiz" - RENT THE DVD!
Produced by Ken Emmons

COMING SOON! (Edition 4-14-11) (2)

COMING SOON!
"Runaway (With My Love)" - Glenn Rivera ReStructure Mix - Tapps

COMING SOON! (Edition 4-15-11)

COMING SOON!
"Behind The Groove" by Teena Marie - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera
Featuring scenes from "Xanadu" - RENT THE DVD!
Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera
Produced by Ken Emmons

REISSUE: "Wishbone" - Tantra - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

A recapture of Tantra's classic dance cut, "Wishbone" using excepts from "The Golden Voyage of Sinbad" - and a little dance by Shiva

Featuring scenes from "The Golden Voyage Of Sinbad" - RENT THE DVD!
Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera
Produced by Ken Emmons

“Queen For A Day” by Donna Summer – Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

Donna Summer weaves a disco operetta of “Cinderella” in the double LP “Once Upon A Time” from 1977 – it still one of the fondest productions of the era. “Queen For A Day” is from the album and is one of Giorgio Moroder’s masterpiece combinations of his roaring and stately synthesizer and keyboard arrangements along with Bob Esty’s arrangements. It is a masterpiece all of its own.

I have taken the track and placed it along with the Rodgers and Hammerstein’s “Cinderella” production from 1957 starring Ginger Rodgers, Celeste Holm, Stuart Damon and Lesley Ann Warren as our princes, soon to be queen.

It is a magical and lyrical fantasy that evokes the entire mystic and joy that disco music brings.

The production was directed by Charles S. Dubin

Featuring scenes from Rodgers and Hammerstein’s “Cinderella” – RENT THE DVD!
Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera
Produced by Ken Emmons

COMING SOON! (Edition 4-14-11)

COMING SOON!
"Beat My Drum" by Claudja Barry - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera
Featuring scenes from "Road To Bali" - RENT THE DVD!
Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera
Produced by Ken Emmons

REISSUE: 'Ultra Warp (Final Conflict)' by Laser-Cowboys - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

REISSUE: 'Ultra Warp (Final Conflict)' by Laser-Cowboys - Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera

Taking the 1984 Italian dance track, "Ultra Warp (Final Conflict)" into a Video Mix with the 1973 MGM science-fiction film, "Westworld" was a thought I had. The concept of a playground where robots fulfill our every need is a great one - until something goes wrong.

This film was frightening for it's time and I would not doubt that a remake would be haunting us soon with an advanced digital production. The original was cast with Yul Brenner as "The Gunslinger", Richard Benjamin and James Brolin.

The Laser-Cowboys are a fantastic electronic studio band produced by Mach II - this was their first release from 1984 and reminds me of Ennio Morricone's theme from "The Good, The Bad and The Ugly" - very haunting.

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

Sci-fi Throne: "Queen of Outer Space" (1958) - The New Queen!

One campy 50s sci-fi-pic: the planet Venus shows it's true colours - and includes lots of mascara!

American astronauts are drawn by a mysterious force to the planet Venus, which they find to be inhabited only by beautiful women and their despotic queen.

Starring Zsa Zsa Gabor, Eric Fleming and Dave Willock