The wait is finally over for dance music aficionados and fans of the phenomenally talented recording artist Jill Scott. Hidden Beach has debuted the first of a new three-volume remix compilation series CRATES: REMIX FUNDAMENTALS. The series promises to be an eclectic collection of uptempo and lounge/chill Jill Scott tracks, remixed and re-imagined by some of the music industry’s most talented producers and remixers.
Listen to the mixtape and several tracks AFTER THE JUMP.
Visit iTunes to the download the album and a digital book for only $6.99 HERE.
CRATES: VOLUME 1 dropped this week and it's a winner. The centerpiece of the 11-track CRATES: VOLUME 1 is "Spring Summer Feeling" remixed by Chicago producer Ron Trent. It's a lush, ten minute remix of Jill's classic. The track is an homage to the "deep" House music sound that was omnipresent in Chicago in the 1980s and 1990s. The reverbs, deep percussion and soaring vocals are a tribute to Frankie Knuckles and Ron Hardy—and the epic parties at Body & Soul NYC and Club Shelter. The beats capture that perfect summer feeling.
One of the other standout tracks on CRATES: VOLUME 1 is the Jazzy Jeff Redux of "A Long Walk." DJ Jazzy Jeff, the architect of Scott’s multi-platinum debut Who Is Jill Scott?, was the only producer on the project that worked directly with Ms. Scott. Jeff's remix is luxe and funky, almost a throwback to the 1970s.
Not all of the remixes are "house" music-inspired. Ca$e Boogie's remix of "Can't Explain" is an upbeat, high-energy remix. It's a totally new sound for Jill Scott—very circuit and very White Party. Steve "Mr. Mig" Migliore also created a circuit-ready anthem in his remix of "Whatever". The bassline is deep, the energy is high and the vocals are crisp. The only thing missing from both of these remixes—the shirtless guys and the bottled water.
Only one of the remixes in CRATES: VOLUME 1 possibly does not deliver their potential—the remix of "Bedda At Home" was not one of my favorites—but that's par for the course in any such collection. But the upside: This is a great way to start your summer dance music collection. Deep house, jazzy funk, high-energy ... there is probably something fabulous here for everyone.
CRATES: VOLUME 1 includes 11 new remixes and gorgeous liner notes. Rod 2.0 readers can win a free copy thanks to Hidden Beach and marketing guru Thornell Jones. Answer one question: Which Jill Scott track always makes you dance?
Listen to the mixtape and several tracks AFTER THE JUMP.
Visit iTunes to the download the album and a digital book for only $6.99 HERE.
Without a doubt the dance remix of "He Loves Me." It's been more than ten years and I *still* love it.
"The emotion inside of me, I can feel it ..."
Can't wait to hear all of these new remixes! Thank you!
Posted by: Greg G | 29 June 2012 at 19:22
Which Jill Scott track always makes [me] dance?
Golden (from Beautifully Human). Easily.
Posted by: iByron | 29 June 2012 at 19:26
This is very nice. I've already purchased a CD. It's a great collection. I'm a Jill Scott FANATIC and try to collect everything she does. You won't be disappointed.
Posted by: Tavares | 29 June 2012 at 19:39
I get my slow wine on to "slowly, surely"
Posted by: darion tariq | 29 June 2012 at 20:24
What Byron said. "Golden" is my all-time dance fave.
Posted by: DT | 29 June 2012 at 20:44
Honestly right now I would have to say..."So Blessed"! The vibe and lyrics are great. It's a feel good record and I just have to dance to it. It fills my spirit up!
Posted by: TJ89 | 30 June 2012 at 00:57
There is a house mix of "Hear My Call" from her currently release that truly gets me on the floor.
It was released for a few months then pulled. I'm still trying to find it but its smooth deep house beats and of course the lyrics just make it a 1-2 punch to get you on the dance floor!
Posted by: Rodney B | 30 June 2012 at 06:54
How could they not include a new remix of "He Loves Me (Lyzel in E-Flat"??
That is my track!!!
Posted by: Mad Professah | 30 June 2012 at 11:27
@ Mad Professah: "Hidden Beach has debuted the first of a new THREE VOLUME remix compilation series..."
I'm sure "He Loves Me" will be remixed on Volumes 2 or 3, dear.
That being said, my fave Jill Scott dance tracks or "He Loves Me" and "Getting in the Way." Hell, I'll dance to any Jill Scott song, her voice is pure ecstasy!
Posted by: MJ | 30 June 2012 at 11:49
My fav is "He Loves Me" because it reminds me of dancing the hoochie coochie with my man :-)
Posted by: Diva1961 | 30 June 2012 at 12:08
I love all of Miss Jill's music! But "Golden" is one of my dance faves!
Posted by: Desmond | 30 June 2012 at 14:19
anythin jill scott golden to family reunion to hate on me to crates..
Posted by: andre | 30 June 2012 at 15:08
There's a few tracks of Jill that makes me dance..However, I have to give props to the song "Shame" ft. Eve. If you don't move off that groove, then you definitely got hemorrhoids!!!!..lol
Posted by: John W | 30 June 2012 at 15:18
The "Spring Summer Feeling" track is Everything to Me! Puts you in a euphoric trance.
Posted by: The Truth | 30 June 2012 at 22:37
I am a huge Jill Scott fan and absolutely MUST have this new collection. Thanks for the heads up. Headed to iTunes to download ...
Posted by: Fred | 01 July 2012 at 00:08
I'm from Detroit and you know we have OLD SOULS and even at the ripe age of 27 I can always groove to "Whenever You're Around". It makes me get up and Ballroom Step. Me and my mom can cut a rug!
Posted by: KlothezMinded | 01 July 2012 at 06:35