The old adage "they don't make them like they used to" might seem trite; however, it certainly applies to Belgian producer Pole Folder. During the 2000s, his knack for delivering epic and soaring productions that immersed you into a world of narrative was unparalleled. Listen to the amazing "Apollo Vibes" (alongside CP); it is intricate yet feels huge, unfolding its themes with the confidence of a master magician. All that craft ensured his music being featured on prominent US TV shows (Nip/Tuck, CSI) and movies (2002’s "Stark Raving Mad"). 

Today, Pole Folder is still acknowledged as a versatile performer who continues to tour globally, bringing his intricate studio creations to life with live vocals and various instruments he has mastered since childhood. For more of his work, check out his Reworck label, which features a deep discography.

Here, the veteran does not disappoint. Featuring tracks from Fort Romeau, Marsh, Rodriguez Jr., and, of course, Pole Folder himself, this is a deep, 2-hour progressive excursion filled with many emotional vocal cuts and introspective moments.

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Balance Selections 279: Pole Folder

Tracklist + Interview

At the risk of dance music blasphemy, I’m releasing a project I’ve had in my head for a long time.  The greatest commercial DJ Mix of all time, in my opinion, and that of many others, is “ Renaissance - The Mix Collection” by Sasha and Digweed.  Originally released in October of 1994, it became an instant classic for many ravers and clubbers across the globe. The mix started the entire DJ mix compilation market, and that is no overstatement.  The superb track selection and absolute mixing perfection delivered an indelible mark on dance music history that, to that point, could only be heard in the underground clubs, notably at Renaissance in Mansfield, England.

Thirty years on, this DJ Mix still sounds amazing to old and new listeners alike. There are too many compelling reasons why this mix works to list here.

Over the years, many of the tracks played across the three CDs have been remixed. Others have not. My thought was, what would it sound like if all three CDs were recreated track for track, using nothing but remixes?  

Apparently, I was not the only one who had this idea.  As I was compiling remixes, working on the mix in late 2024, I checked out the latest mix from the amazing Framewerk, and lo and behold, their NYE2025 set is almost a heavy recreation of Disc 1 of The Mix Collection.  First off, I wish I was at the club where they played this set.  Second, I thought the idea was now taken.  

Finally, I thought they released one track for which I desperately needed a remix of - Bladerunner - Til We Meet Again. 

In the end, I decided to continue with my project. My mix uses remixes from many different artists, including Framewerk. While breaks are my first love, I’m using a mix of 4/4 and breakbeat remixes to complete this project. I created my own edits for a few tracks for which I could not find a good remix. 

So here is Disc 1 of the “Re-Mix Collection.” Sourcing all the tracks was not easy. I found remixes on the usual sights like Beatport and Bandcamp.  Some remixes are quite close to the originals with breaks instead of 4/4, or slight alternate genres,  others like Mattr's remix of Mephisto are almost unrecognizable from the Renaissance version. 


Disc 1 Re-Mix Collection Tracklisting - Faithfully recreated in the order of the original.

1. Leftfield - Song of Life (Framewerk Part 1, 2 and 3 NYE Rewerk)
2. Leftfield - Song of Life (Betoko Remix)
3. Bedrock - For What You Dream Of (Panelbeater Dub Remix)
4. Bedrock - For What You Dream of (Blue Amazon Beach House Remix)
5. Rhythm Invention - Chronoclasm (2019 Re-Edit)
6. Disco Evangelists - De Niro (Framewerk NYE Special Mix)
7. Mephisto - State of Mind (Mattr Remix)
8. Mephisto -  State of Mind (Darkness Remix - Sampled)
9. Moonchild - V.O.A.T (Eats Everything Remix)
10. Moonchiled - V.O.A.T (Framewerk Anthemic Selections)
11. Sunscreem - Perfect Motion (2012 Re-Ed)
12. River Ocean - “Love and Happiness” (House Nation Mix)
13. That Kid Chris - “Keep Passin’ On  / Didn’t I Show you Love  (Soundcloud Bootleg)
14. Remake - Blade Runner / Inner City - Til We Meet Again (Framewerk Anthemic Selection)
15. Bump - House Stompin (Paradise Soul Remix)
16. F Machine - “Child Bride” (OFF META’s  F the Machine Mix)
17. M People “Renaissance”  (OFF META’s Full on Breaks Mix)

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Renaissance The "Re-Mix" Collection - Disc 1

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A progressive house Interpretation by Aubrey Fry & Gai Barone of the classic pop track by Johnny Hates Jazz "Shattered Dreams" 

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1) Centella - Aske Izan
2) Clover - NuFects & Juan Deminicis
3) About The Rhythm (Dub Groove Mix) - Moe Turk	
4) '89 Jam - Wait For Me
5) Linda - Quliano
6) Hittin' - Bauti Tesei
7) Backseat - Swiper
8) Angra - Paul C & Manuel De La Mare
9) Slow Down (Brian Smith Edit) - Donell Jones
10) Don't Stop The Music - Unknown
11) At Night [Millean. Edit] - Shakedown
12) Let's Get Jack - Wade
13) Say My Name - Joshua
14) Hide And Seek - Ammo Avenue
15) 2Night - Kyle Owen
16) Can You Feel It - East End Dubs
17) Cheetahs Scream - Dec Duffy	
18) Voodoo Magic - Wait For Me
19) Who You Talking To - Kolter
20) Handle This - Josh Baker
21) Space Bass - Sidney Charles
22) Work It - Robbie Doherty
23) My Paradise - The Trip
24) Total 90 - The Trip
25) Take You Higher - The Trip
26) Good 4 U - Luuk Van Dijk & Kolter
27) Search 4 Pleasure - M-High
28) Taste It - M-High
29) This N That - M-High
30) Hello You - M-High
31) The Street - Shadow Child

Organics 26 - 27/03/2025 - Ultimate Dance Radio

Behold, my set from Joshua Brooks in Manchester on March 29th 2025 - Completely unedited, totally raw, with warts and imperfections still included.

I was supporting the wizard James Zabiela for the second time alongside the lovely Gemma Arnott, and I can honestly say that it was my favourite gig ever. We all worked beautifully together as a team and I will never forget it.

The tracklist will follow soon (hopefully) if someone cleverer than me can uncorrupt my USB so I can access the history.

Thank you for listening

Manchild - Supporting James Zabiela, Joshua Brooks, 29.3.25

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Ethereal Flow 22: A Progressive House Odyssey

Here's my latest mix, featuring a curated selection of deep, melodic, and driving tracks from a variety of labels, including LuPS Records, Solis Records, Deep Down Music, Hoomidaas, Hiato Music, Sudbeat Music, Proportion, Mango Alley, District Rec, Timeless Moment, Stil Vor Talent, SIAMESE, Anjunadeep, and Darkest Hour Records. 

Tracklist:

Hobin Rude - Solace in Silence (Gai Barone Remix) [LuPS Records]
Navar - Chrono (Alex O'Rion Remix) [Solis Records]
NUPECTS - Pracmatic (Remix) [Deep Down Music]
Berni Turletti - Onix (Original Mix) [Solis Records]
John Cosani - Only One (Original Mix) [Hoomidaas]
Berni Turletti - Stone of Will (Original Mix) [Solis Records]
Blancah - Estranha Calmaria (NeoClassic Remix) [Hiato Music]
Quivver, Dave Seaman - The Promise (Original Mix) [Sudbeat Music]
FJL - Rare Wizards (Original Mix) [Proportion]
FJL, Derk, Franco Giacusa - Polaroid (Aubrey Fry 'Vortex' Remix) [Mango Alley]
Cortona - PeekaBoo (Original Mix) [District Rec]
FJL - Digital Karma (Original Mix) [Mango Alley]
Hobin Rude - Solace in Silence (Allan McLoud Remix) [LuPS Records]
Jody Barr - Cherry Red (Original Mix) [Sudbeat Music]
Morttagua - Pallas (Stereo Underground Extended Remix) [Timeless Moment]
Pavel Petrov - Divine (Original Mix) [Stil Vor Talent]
Sailor & I - Tough Love (Betical Remix) [SIAMESE]
Braxton - On The Shores Of A Happy Sea (Extended Mix) [Anjunadeep]
Jenner (CA) - Disambiguation (Original Mix) [Darkest Hour Records]

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22-04-2025 - Ethereal Flow 22

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