There are a fair few songs out there that have done better in the charts thanks to it’s remixed version. So on tonight show we had a look at some of these tracks.
Fast Cars – Tracey Chapman (Jonas Blue ft Dakota)
The original top ten 80’s track by Tracey Chapman, now sung by Dakota and it has also done very well in the UK charts getting to number 1 which beat the original which peaks at number 4.
I Took a Pill – Mike Posner (SeeB Remix)
We are all used to listening to SeeB’s version of Mike Posner’s comeback track, but the original is actually an acoustic version. But it’s been remixed into a dance anthem and improved the chart spot for Mike Posner, maybe even more for him than anyone else on this list as he got him his first UK number 1!
Waves – Mr Probz (Robin Schulz Remix)
The original track did well in the Netherlands which is good as Mr Probz is Dutch but then it got international success when Robin Schulz got his hands on it and produced a remix. It then hit the top of the charts in many countries including the UK. The remix also became the 4th biggest selling on in 2014.
Prayer in C – Lillywood (Robin Schulz Remix)
Seems that everything Robin Schulz touches hits the big time as the original version of this track by Lillywood got to number 9 in France but the remix again topped the charts in about 22 countries!
Igniton – R Kelly Remix
Most of the songs on this list have been remixed by other artists however the remix of Ignition by R Kelly was done by himself. The reason for this is because he had an album leak in 2002 so in order to keep it fresh and not lose the tracks he remixed some of them. And it was a smart move as not only do I personally think it’s better but I’m not alone in saying that as it got R Kelly his second number 1.
Cheerleader – Omi (Felix Jaehn remix)
Most Phoenix presenters love this track and fair few chose it as their Presenter Pick for last year, but would have chosen the original? Omi’s version is much more laid back and though it had success in Jamaica, Felix Jaehn turned it into a dance hit and made it a number 1.
The Girl is Mine – 99 Souls
This one is more a mash up then a remix as it features Destiny Child’s 2004 song Girl and Brandy’s late 90’s track The Boy is Mine. But never the less it has done well in the current charts since it’s release.
Florence and the Machine – Spectrum (Say My Name) (Calvin Harris Remix)
Not really having much affect in the charts at first Florence and the Machine owe a lot to Calvin Harris who got the band their first number 1 and lasting for 3 weeks with his remix.
Day n Night – Kid Cudi (Crookers Remix)
The original was Kid Cudi’s commercial debut single and the lead single from his debut album Man on the Moon: End of the Day released back in 2009. But then the remix by Crookers got to number 2 on the UK single chart and top 20 in various European charts. They also made another music video for the remix.
If I Lose Myself – One Republic (Alesso Remix)
Originally recorded for One Republic’s third studio album, Native, the remix ended up being featured on both the UK and US reissue of the album as well as Alesso’s debut album, Forever.
The Phoenix FM Club Guide
Date: 22nd April 2016
Time: 10pm – 3.30am
Event: Jessica Hayes Birthday Party
Location: Sugar Hut, Brentwood
Details: Love Island winner, Jessica Hayes, celebrates her birthday at the Sugar Hut with her official party. It is going to be a real showbiz event and also features Bongo Ben.
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Date: 22nd April 2016
Time: 6pm – 3am
Event: Socialite Essex
Location: Kosho, Romford
Details: Resident DJ’s playing the best in House, RnB and Club Classics.
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Date: 22nd April 2016
Time: Open until 3am
Event: Friday Feeling
Location: Yates, Romford
Details: With DJ Cheryl Taylor
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Date: 23rd April 2016
Time: Open until 4am
Event: Missoula Saturday’s
Location: Missoula, Chelmsford
Details: 2 floors of club anthems.
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Date: 23rd April 2016
Time: 10pm – 3am
Event: Frequency Presents: Lethal Bizzle
Location: Evoke, Chelmsford
Details: Exclusive live performance from living legend Lethal Bizzle. Expect to hear classics like ‘POW!’ alongside recent collaborations with the likes of Stormzy, JME and Tempz.
Admission entry: Tickets are £9 for tier 1 or £12 for tier 2
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Date: 23rd April 2016
Time: 10pm – 4am
Event: Music Is Your Answer
Location: Miya, Chelmsford
Details: Resident DJ’s playing the best of Commercial House, RnB and Club Classics.
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Website: www.miyanightclub.com
Date: 23rd April 2016
Time: 10.30pm – 4am
Event: Kinky Malinki
Location: Circuit, Romford
Details: Kinky Malinki are back at Circuit warming up for another epic session in Marbella, with Ellie Cocks from Abode.
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Website: www.circuitessex.com
Date: 23rd April 2016
Time: 10pm – 4am
Event: Believe in….Kideko
Location: Fiction, Romford
Details: Brighton based producer Kideko has already made considerable waves on the underground scene and has been earmarked as one of the future stars of the UK music scene. With official remix work for the likes of Sigma and Shift K3y, Kideko plays alongside Fiction’s residents Craig B and DJ Kicker.
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Date: 24th April 2016
Time: 7.30pm
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Date: 25th April 2016
Time: 9pm
Event: Game of Thrones Showing
Location: O’Neill’s Brentwood
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