「Dance Reaction」は間違いなく最高峰のディスコ・ソングの一つ。1982年春、オランダから生まれたこの一発屋は、アメリカのSiameseレーベルとヨーロッパのCarrereによってそのポテンシャルを見出され、Dan Hartmanの「Vertigo」に触発されたこのトラックは各国のチャートを急上昇した。

A面には、Martin Boerによるエレクトロ・ディスコの傑作が収録され、彼のディスコへの深い理解が感じられる仕上がりだ。Martin Boerは90年代のユーロダンスシーンで世界的に成功を収めた「2 Brothers on the 4th Floor」の創設メンバーとしても知られ、このリリースは15年ぶりのリミックス復帰作でもある。

AA面では、クロアチアの伝説的DJ Puckoが、旧東欧圏独特のエッジの効いたサウンドをリミックスで表現。荒々しいエネルギーを放ちつつ、High Fashionの手によって洗練されたマスタリングが施され、フロアを盛り上げる必須の一枚に仕上がっている。

newA1 Disco Train (Martin Boer Remix) 5:39
A2 Rhythm Train 2:43
AA Disco Train (DJ Pucko Trans European Remix) 7:09

Undoubtedly one of the finest disco songs ever created, “Dance Reaction” emerged as a sensation from Holland, representing a true ‘one-hit wonder.’ The distinguished ‘Siamese’ label in the US and Carrere in Europe both recognized its potential and took it under their wings. This track, clearly inspired by dan Hartman’s “Vertigo”, swiftly climbed the charts across the continent in the spring of 1982.

On the A-Side, listeners are treated to the captivating and sensuous sounds of the Martin Boer version. This interpretation unequivocally showcases Martin’s innate connection with disco, evident in his captivating electro-disco masterpiece. Notably, Martin Boer holds the distinction of being a founding member of “2 Brothers on the 4th Floor,” a Eurodance phenomenon that dominated the 90s, amassing millions of record sales globally. Intriguingly, this release marks his return to remixing records, after a 15-year hiatus; incidentally, Martin embarked on his journey with High Fashion Music in 1990.

Flipping over to the AA-side, Croatian legendary DJ Pucko presents a remix that encapsulates the unique essence of the former Eastern bloc sound. This rendition exudes a raw and forceful energy, characteristic of that regional style. At the behest of High Fashion, the components of his mix were extracted and meticulously reworked and refined through the mastering process. The objective was to preserve the core while polishing the rough edges, culminating in an essential vinyl record that retro and disco DJs alike must acquire to elevate their dance floors.