The B-52's influence cuts a wide path through much of so-called 'modern rock' — from the lo-fi efforts of nouveau garage bands to the retro-hip of ultra-lounge, to the very core of dance music itself. The B-52's created a unique lexicon of songs, styles, phrases and images which would set the standard for the development of the alternative music scene as we know it today. This legacy reaches well into this millennium, with the band currently recording a new album, tentatively scheduled for late 2006, and Rolling Stone recently commenting: “These days, bands from the Strokes to Yeah Yeah Yeahs hang out at the crossroads between punk rock and New Wave; back in 1979, the B-52's built that intersection." The ‘Mesopotamia 2006 Remix EP’ is second in a series of classic B-52’s albums revisited by hot new boutique label Planet Clique, featuring remixes of key tracks taken from the seminal David Byrne-produced 1982 mini album. The previous green vinyl ‘Whammy! 2005 Remix EP’ saw worldwide acclaim from DJs, press and radio alike, with Riton’s storming ‘Trism’ remix enjoying particular attention at Space in Ibiza over the summer, as well as in clubs such as Nag Nag Nag & Trash. The EP also picked up a host of press in DJ Magazine, Mixmag, M8, NME etc. This time around a wider package of remixes guarantees a mix for most. Every time unmistakably The B-52’s, but with a fresh twist for the new and old ears and dancefloors alike. Mesopotamia 2006 Remix EP - The Players:
Rob Mello - Since 1985, London based DJ and producer Rob Mello has recorded, produced, and remixed a diverse catalogue of house records since 1992 on legendary labels such as Azuli and Boys Own. With Matthew Herbert, he also received a BAFTA nomination for writing the incidental music on the UK club culture movie ‘Human Traffic’ A long time B-52’s fan, he was so inspired by his first acid remix of ‘Mesopotamia’, he turned out a special disco mix at the same time.
Manhattan Clique / MHC - MHC/Manhattan Clique (aka Grammy-winning Philip Larsen & Chris Smith) have spent 2005 turning out club and radio mixes for Goldfrapp, Fischerspooner, Stereophonics, Moby as well as DJing around the world. They are also responsible for the A&R throughout this remix series, and present several mixes for this package, including ‘Mesopotamia’ and another album highlight ‘Loveland’.
Danny Krivit - Legendary NYC DJ Danny Krivit’s classic and impossible-to-get-hold-of ‘Mesopotamia’ re-edit (originally available on Strut) makes a welcome return. Since the 1970’s, Danny has edited, produced and mixed a plethora of material for artists as diverse as James Brown and Gloria Gaynor, putting his status as studio technician firmly at the top of the pile. He has also worked with such luminaries as Francois K and Larry Levan.
Majortweaks - Last but not least Lionrock man Roger Lyons makes a welcome return under his Majortweaks moniker to remix the classic Kate and Cindy workout ‘Cake’. He has recently worked with the likes of New Order, Ian Brown and Ladytron.
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