Two decades ago, armed with a relic of a PC, FruityLoops, and Acid Pro, I boldly defied the status quo. Eminem's "Without Me," an audacious battle cry against his foes and a proclamation of his magnificence, both beckoned me to remix it. A fan myself, I faced a tide of disapproval, particularly from the gay community. "Rap doesn't go with house music," they said. "Eminem hates gays! Clubs won't touch this!" The criticism stung.

While I didn't condone Eminem's choice of words at times, I appreciated his tenacity in speaking his mind and thought he was talented. How could I pass up an acapella as I was experimenting with music? 

Dismissing the naysayers, I plunged head first into the remix, uncharted territory for hip-hop and house fusion. With Hex Hector's samples, a mosaic of percussion loops, and my compositional ingenuity, I aspired to marry the spirit of the '80s with Eminem's vocals, creating a sonic fusion like no other.

This mix is a tale of artistic rebellion, resilience, and musical marriage. Enjoy!

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Without Me (CD Single)

Eminem - Without Me (Kaitoumitsu 2002 Synth-drenched Instrumental)

Unreleased

Eminem - Without Me (Kaitoumitsu 2002 High-octave Padapella [Dirty])

Eminem - Without Me (Kaitoumitsu 2002 High-octave Mix [Clean])

Eminem - Without Me (Kaitoumitsu 2002 High-octave Instrumental)

I unofficially remixed "Without Me" at the height of "The Eminem Show" in 2002 when Eminem proclaimed how much he hated electronic music. As such, these remixes were controversial in the scene. "Rap doesn't go with house music," people said. "Eminem hates gays, this won't play in the clubs."

While I didn't condone Eminem's choice of words at times, I appreciated his tenacity in speaking his mind and thought he was talented. How could I pass up an acapella as I was experimenting with music? I couldn't, and here is the result.

You're listening to the High-octave explicit mix, which is perfect for the dance floor. Nobody listens to techno so LET'S GO!

TOOLS: Fruity Loops, Sound Forge, Sony Acid
SAMPLES: Hex Hector (drums)

Eminem - Without Me (Kaitoumitsu 2002 High-octave Mix [Explicit])

"Cleaning Out My Closet" by the one and only Slim Shady was an emotional performance, despite its raw and dark vocals. The mix was a risk, considering Eminem's campaign against all things techno and pop in 2002.

The last thing I wanted was for Eminem to hunt me down as second to Moby on his shit list, but I couldn't resist putting a different spin on the record. The production remains dark in tone, draws inspiration from chiptune music and classic orchestra.

Kicking ass in the morning and taking names in the evening. Comment, favorite and repost!

(C) Aftermath Records. Music arrangement by DJ Kaitoumitsu.

Eminem - Cleaning Out My Closet (Kaitoumitsu 2002 Edit [Clean])

The short dub mix to Kaitoumitsu's edit and extended mixes.

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Eminem - Cleaning Out My Closet (Kaitoumitsu 2002 Dark Drum Dub)

"Cleaning Out My Closet" by the one and only Slim Shady was an emotional performance, despite its raw and dark vocals. The Synth-Drenched mix is a hip-hop version of the original house mix. It’s wailing, deep strings are almost tribal. The production draws inspiration from chiptune music and classic orchestra.

Kicking ass in the morning and taking names in the evening. Comment, favorite and repost!

(C) 2002 Aftermath Records. Music Arrangement by DJ Kaitoumitsu.

Cleanin' Out My Closet

Eminem - Cleaning Out My Closet (Kaitoumitsu 2002 Synth-Drenched Remix [Clean])

I unofficially remixed "Without Me" at the height of "The Eminem Show" in 2002 when Eminem proclaimed how much he hated electronic music. As such, these remixes were controversial in the scene. "Rap doesn't go with house music," people said. "Eminem hates gays, this won't play in the clubs."

While I didn't condone Eminem's choice of words at times, I appreciated his tenacity in speaking his mind and thought he was talented. How could I pass up an acapella as I was experimenting with music? I couldn't, and here is the result.

You're listening to the synth-drenched mix, a slower hip-hop groove. Nobody listens to techno so LET'S GO!
TOOLS: Fruity Loops, Sound Forge, Sony Acid

Without Me

Eminem - Without Me (Kaitoumitsu 2002 Synth-drenched Mix [Explicit])

I wanted to give the original record more of an upbeat, pop sound. Using Fruity Loops, Sony Acid and Sound Forge, I pulled inspiration from 80s disco and soul, similar to the likes of Barry White.

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(C) 2002 Geffen Records. Music arrangement by Manji Productions/DJ Kaitoumitsu.

Mary J. Blige - Love At 1st Sight (Kaitoumitsu Remix)

In 2002, Eminem set the music scene ablaze with his soul-baring "Cleaning Out My Closet" record. His raw, emotional vocals inspired my growing passion for music arrangement. With Fruity Loops and Acid Pro at my disposal, I laid my hands on the acapella track and embarked on a controversial journey to remix Eminem's masterpiece.

Eminem's public disdain for all things techno took aim at the pop charts, and the gays were enraged by his other choice of words. The fear of joining Moby on Eminem's infamous blacklist loomed, yet I couldn't stifle my urge to revolutionize the track. I love Eminem. Infused with the spirit of chiptune melodies and the grandeur of classical orchestration, here's the result of what I created over 20 years ago. Eminem, please don't kill me.

Fast forward to 2023, fueled by nostalgia and a desire for modernity, I resurrected the remix. Look for it in my feed!

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The Eminem Show

Eminem - Cleaning Out My Closet (Kaitoumitsu Extended Remix [Clean])

Remix of "The Sending," also known as the "Hymn of the Faith" from Final Fantasy X.

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LYRICS
Leyui nobomeno
いえゆい のぼめの
Renmiri yojuyogo
れんみり よじゅよご
Hasatekanae kutamae
はさてかなえ くたまえ

Music arrangement and percussion by Manji Productions/DJ Kaitoumitsu.

Final Fantasy X: The Sending (Kaitoumitsu Remix)

“The Lonely Shepherd," recorded by Gheorghe Zamfir and James Last in 1979, regained popularity with the “Kill Bill: Vol. 1” soundtrack. The beatboxing in the background is not me, but a sample.

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Music arrangement and percussion by Manji Productions/DJ Kaitoumitsu.

Kill Bill Vol. 1 - The Lonely Shepherd (Kaitoumitsu Beatbox Mix)

In 2002, armed with a relic of a PC, FruityLoops, and Acid Pro, I boldly defied the status quo and remixed Eminem's "Without Me." 

I faced a tide of disapproval, especially from the gay community. "Rap doesn't go with house music," they said. "Eminem hates gays! Clubs won't touch this!" 

While I didn't condone all of Eminem's lyrics, I respected his tenacity and undeniable talent. 

In 2023, I revisited the mix in GarageBand, updated the instruments, and tweaked some of the arrangement to give it a more polished yet still retro-flavored sound. It's now a sharper blend of nostalgia and reinvention—refined but still rebellious.

Hope you enjoy it! Like this track? Repost, share, or play it for your friends. And hey, leave a comment—but keep it kind or constructive. I have zero tolerance for online bullying.

Without Me (DJ Kaitoumitsu Reprise Mixes)

Eminem - Without Me (DJ Kaitoumitsu 2023 Reprise [Explicit])

Back in 2002, Eminem dropped "Cleaning Out My Closet" and unleashed a tidal wave of angst, mom issues, and lyrical genius. Naturally, I thought: "You know what this needs? A house remix." Armed with FruityLoops, Acid Pro, and blind confidence, I made one. It was chaotic, controversial, and quite divisive amongst the EDM community. 

Fast-forward to 2023 when I dusted off the track, fired up GarageBand (don't judge), and gave the track a glow-up. The 2023 version still nods to the original remix, but now it's sharper, sassier, and a lot more intentional. 

Same percussive heart, but this time layered with tighter sounds, updated instruments, and a bit more anger thrown in. It's part nostalgia trip, part retribution for the crimes of my early 2000s sound library.

Eminem, please don't come for me.

Like what you hear? Repost it, share it, or crank it up at your next awkward family dinner. And if you leave a comment, be cool. Life's hard enough, and I eat trolls for breakfast.

Cleaning Out My Closet Reprise Mixes

Cleaning Out My Closet (DJ Kaitoumitsu 2023 Reprise Mix)

Cleaning Out My Closet (DJ Kaitoumitsu 2023 Reprise Instrumental)

Cleaning Out My Closet (DJ Kaitoumitsu 2023 Extended Reprise Mix)

Eminem - Without Me (DJ Kaitoumitsu 2023 Reprise Instrumental)

Eminem - Without Me (DJ Kaitoumitsu 2023 Extended Reprise [Explicit])

I used to go by DJ Kaitou (short for Kaitoumitsu) until someone bit off it. I got my start in the music industry as a college radio jockey and web designer for DJs and music producers. I've been a fan of EDM, house, and dance music for a long time. I've recently been revisiting the remixes I created in college to breathe new life into my work. Make no mistake, I am no professional. If you like my stuff, give me a follow. If not, be constructive.

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