It’s so disappointing. Back in their heyday they had so many great DJ’s remix their work not it’s the “DJ” of the week. They should be more selective with who they let remix their stuff.
Very this — I’m still waiting for an ATSW remix that’s as inventive, fun, and essential as the MADNESS VERSION.
In the words of Linn,
All That She Wants is
perfect, and I believe one of the interesting things about a perfect pop song is that it can be re-interpreted in a myriad of directions successfully. The magical ingredients are already there: vocals, melody, lyrics… the hard part’s done in a way! Just need vision.
I love dance remixes, but by now, after 3 decades, isn’t there room for remixes that are more in the realm of “alternate versions”? Ace Of Base feat. Clara did an acoustic of
Life is a Flower in loving memory of a fan who passed away, and that version is gorgeous. Anna Pape’s
Beautiful Life comes to mind as well.
Just a thought that’s been simmering for me for a while! I’ll always welcome new releases, whatever form they take… but it would’ve been quite the bonus if the presentation of these mixes felt more meaningful given the spectacular nature of The Singles Box. Who knows? Maybe they’re saving the best for last…