Throwback Dance Party by Party Favorz

Estimated reading time: 6 minutes Fall Throwback Dance Party Volume III: The Moment It All Clicked Party Favorz is closing out the season with the third volume of our Fall Throwback Dance Party, and this one hits in a way the earlier entries didn’t quite manage. Volume III blends familiar classics from the ’70s and ’80s with ’90s House favorites and early-Millennium gems, but with a twist. These aren’t straight-up recreations. Instead, you get bold mashups, creative overlays, and unexpected pairings that turn well-known tracks into something entirely different. Block & Crown and their extended circle continue to work their magic by stitching together instrumentals you know with vocals you may not expect. They frequently pull in Rap or Hip-Hop verses that weren’t part of the original songs, yet somehow elevate the energy. The result feels like two different worlds colliding on the dance floor—and it works far better than logic says it should. Their grasp of what drives a crowd is why these sets land so well. It really is a case of “it takes two to make a thing go right,” and these producers prove that point with every release. A Tough Start to the Fall Throwback Dance Party Series Top Dance Club Songs of the Year 2024 Volume III | The Year’s Biggest Bangers! Fall Throwback Dance Party kicks off with Volume I, packed with 70s–90s magic X-Mas Dance 2K18 | The Essential Christmas Dance Mix 90s House Music Classics Volume 7: Keep On Movin' Summer Throwback Dance Party 2025: Volume 1 To be blunt, I wasn’t feeling the first two volumes. Part of that was on me. I’ve been in and out of the hospital twice since late October dealing with sepsis, and even though the doctors helped me through it, the medications had me foggy. My focus was shot, my energy was low, and listening to music—something I normally love—felt like a chore. I nearly shelved the entire Fall Throwback Dance Party run because the earlier mixes just weren’t clicking. On the drive home from the hospital, I revisited Volume II and felt a wave of annoyance settle in. Everything felt repetitive. The songs blurred together. Even though these producers often use templates in their workflow—which isn’t unusual for remix culture—it still didn’t land for me. With nurses, physical therapists, occupational therapists, and every type of specialist stopping by throughout the week, I didn’t have the mental space to sit down and give the music the attention it deserved. Everything was overwhelming, and Party Favorz took a back seat whether I wanted it to or not. Thanksgiving Break: The Turning Point Thanksgiving morning, I woke up around 2 AM with a rare pocket of quiet. I opened my folder for Volume III and realized the playlist was still unfinished. There weren’t enough tracks to shape it into a full mix. Because Block & Crown and the related Funky House crew release tons of material every week, I decided to check my DJ service to see what I had missed since my first pass in October. This is where everything changed.A wave of strong releases had dropped—finally showcasing the punch, bounce, and grit that I expect from these producers. I downloaded everything that caught my ear and threw it straight into the playlist. Once I began mixing, the frustration I carried from the earlier volumes melted away. The grooves locked in. The energy felt right. For the first time in months, I felt like myself again behind the decks. Tightening the Mix The next night (again at 2 AM—apparently that’s my hour), I sat down to tighten the transitions. Many of these Funky House tracks have long outros that drag on. Beatport may categorize them as Funky House, but the arrangement leans heavily toward late ’90s and early-Millennium structure—long build-ups, long breakdowns, and long fade-outs. That style worked for club DJs back then, but modern listeners want momentum. So I trimmed the fat.I cut down repetitive endings and kept the energy moving. Track-to-track flow is everything in a Fall Throwback Dance Party set, and these edits keep things from losing steam. Why These Sets Aren’t Easy People often assume these sets are simple because they rely on recognizable songs. The opposite is true. Most tracks in this space avoid traditional breakdowns. That means I can’t always use my standard approach to mixing. I pull out techniques I rarely rely on, adjust on the fly, and shape transitions that suit the odd structures these remixes use. After producing so many Throwback sessions over the years, though, I’ve gotten fast at finding the sweet spot. What once took hours now comes together far more efficiently. That confidence helped Volume III come to life without the struggle that dragged down the earlier volumes. Looking Ahead: Holiday Edition and Year-End Plans Time is tight this year, so the Holiday Edition may or may not happen. Those mixes cost the most to produce, but recent donations have helped enough that it’s at least possible. If I go forward with it, the Top Dance Songs of the Year rollout will likely start in late December and wrap in early January 2026. I’ve done that before, and it’s the only realistic way to balance everything happening behind the scenes. Either way, Volume III of the Fall Throwback Dance Party marks a return to form, and I hope that comes through when you listen. Until the next time...ENJOY! Album: Fall Throwback Dance Party 2025 Volume IIIGenre: 70’s Disco, 80s Dance, 90s House, 00’s DanceYear: 2025Total Time: 02:23:44 Block & Crown - Shake Ya Ass (Original Mix) Nari - S&M (Original Mix) GhostMasters - Feelings On (Original Mix) SCHEINY & TheGoddessMusic - Ain't Nobody (Extended Mix) Block & Crown - Set Me Free (Think) (Funky Tribal Mix) Eugenio Fico & Garas - Disco Balls (Original Mix) Eugenio Fico - Sway (Afro Funk Mix) PAKY FRANCAVILLA - 24k Magic (Original Mix) Steve Tosi - Waiting For Tonight (Original Mix) Block & Crown - Jumpin (Original Mix) Block & Crown - Bring It On Down (Nu Disco Mix) Block & Crown - Fifth Delight (Original Mix) Block & Crown & Erland Galjaard - Work That Synth (Clubmix) C-Dryk - Set Me Free (Extended Mix) Nari & Steve Tosi - Dancing Queen (Funky Mix) Crazibiza & Babes On The Run - Fly High (Original Mix) Jackers Revenge & Ghostbusterz - Funky Stars On 45 (Original Mix) Joaquin Phunk & John Soulution - Jack Ur Soul (Original Mix) Babes On The Run - Spin My Love (Maximusz Remix) Kevin Andrews & Flaunt-It - Bucket Sounds (Original Mix) Nari, Nabuk & Lissat - Cada Vez (Funky Tribal Mix) House Of Players - I'll Be Around (Original Mix) Block & Crown - Lay Love On You (Original Mix) Jackers Revenge - Go For That Billy (Original Mix) Maxim & Matte x Cheesecake Boys - Feels Fine (Original Mix) Frisk & Vix - Conga (Vocal Mix) Richard Grey - Thinking Of You (Funky Tribal Mix) Brothas & Sistas - Can U Feel It (Original Mix) Jackers Revenge - Run With Chic (Original Mix) Block & Crown - Crash (Original Mix) Jackers Revenge - House Jukebox (Original Mix) Cheesecake Boys, Crazibiza & Belle - Good Life (Original Mix) MaRcO CoRoNa (ITA) - I Don't Want To Be A Hero (Original Mix) Block & Crown - This Feels So Good (Clubmix) Maxim & Matte - Dirty Disco (Original Mix) Jonk & Spook - Harlem (Extended Mix)

Party Favorz is back in the saddle and kicking off the next round of the Fall Throwback Dance Party series. This first volume blends 70s, 80s, and 90s gems into a Funky House ride that hits all the right nerves. There’s a strong lean into 80s-style R&B dance grooves this time—plenty of deep cuts, and many so under-the-radar that even I had trouble tracing their origins. Still, the sound is unmistakably rooted in classic 80s R&B club culture, and these tracks hold up right alongside the songs you already know. Nothing here breaks the flow; it only adds to the flavor. Expect even more familiarity in the next two volumes of the Fall edition. I knocked out this mix around two in the morning—insomnia is still running the show. Nighttime pain keeps me from getting more than a few hours of sleep, but I’m hoping that shifts soon. I’ve got outpatient surgery coming up to improve blood flow in my leg, which should speed the healing process. After that, I’m scheduled for another procedure to remove the necrotic tissue you may have seen in the not-so-pleasant photo I shared earlier. On top of that, I have a rotating team of nurses handling wound care several times a week, plus physical and occupational therapists helping me strengthen my lower extremities and learn how to maneuver the wheelchair safely inside my apartment. It’s a lot at once, but I’m adjusting to the chaos one day at a time. As if that wasn’t enough, my phone ended up bricked while I was in the hospital, and to top it off, someone stole my Tiffany’s wedding ring during the ordeal. Now I’m juggling phone replacement and account security on top of everything else. A new phone arrives Monday, but until then, I’m locked out of my Facebook and Instagram accounts, which makes staying connected a little harder than usual. Just another thing to work around while life keeps throwing surprises my way. All of this has thrown off my usual workflow for building these mixes. The hardest part is not being able to drive, which means I can’t preview the sets in the car—my old go-to for checking transitions, flow, and overall energy. For years, listening in the car has been my final quality check. Without that, I have to trust my instincts during the build phase instead of reviewing the mixes in full ahead of release. Thankfully, the instincts are still sharp, but if you catch any transitions that sound slightly off, let me know and I’ll fix them. Meanwhile, the Party Favorz homepage is going through a few cosmetic changes. Nothing major—streaming and downloads are still running normally. Some of the visual updates hit a snag, and we’re working through them, so don’t panic if something looks a little odd. We’ve had offers to completely rebuild the website, but a full redesign just isn’t in the budget right now. So we’re polishing what we can, modernizing the look bit by bit, and keeping everything functional while we work through it. Volume 2 of the Fall Throwback Dance Party is almost wrapped, and Volume 3 is already queued up next. Both should land in the coming week and bring us back into more familiar territory. If you’re craving more of the Funky House flavor that sneaks into this set, check out the Funky House Sessions. If you're more into the classic era tracks that shaped this series, you’ll find plenty in BackSpin and other retro genres. Before I close out, I want to mention something important. Party Favorz has always been a labor of love, but keeping it running—especially right now—comes with real costs. If you enjoy the mixes, the history, the artwork, the remasters, or the steady flow of releases all year long, consider dropping a little support my way. Even a small recurring contribution helps keep things afloat while I navigate these medical challenges and still push myself to deliver the music you come here for. If you're able and willing, you can support Party Favorz here: Support the PodcastNo pressure, no guilt—just an open invitation. Until the next time...ENJOY! Album: Fall Throwback Dance Party 2025 Volume IGenre: 70’s Disco, 80s Dance, 90s HouseYear: 2025Total Time: 02:25:43 DJ Michelle (IT) - My Boy (Funky Mix) Block & Crown - Rabanne (Original Mix) Nari & Nabuk - What Is Love (Original Mix) Adri Block - Burnin' Hot (Funky Mix) Block & Crown - Don't You Want (House Mix) Block & Crown - Hold On (Nu Disco Mix) Nari, Nabuk & Danny Losito - Holding Back The Years (Original Mix) The GrooveBand - Give Me Love (Original Mix) Crazibiza & House Of Prayers - Let's Play House (2025 Amsterdam Edit) Block & Crown - All My People Sing (Ibiza All Night Long Mix) Ale Molinari x Steve Tosi - Street Tuff (Funky Mix) Block & Crown & Lissat - Jack The Carwash (Funky Mix) Block & Crown - Groove & Shake (Funky Mix) Jackers Revenge - Your Body My Body, Everybody (Funky Mix) Block & Crown - Pull Up To My Bumper (Nu Disco Mix) Block & Crown - Super Slick Groove (Nudisco Clubmix) Block & Crown & Jackers Revenge - Searchin (Nu Disco Mix) Adri Block - Everyday (Saturday) (Nudisco Clubmix) Block & Crown & Jackers Revenge - Hot Italo Stuff (Nu Italo Disco Mix) Block & Crown - The Beat And The Music (Original Mix) Block & Crown - Make Your Move (Funky Tribal Mix) Jackers Revenge - Too Much Family (Nu Disco Mix) Nari - Hey DJ! (Original Mix) Block & Crown - Monday, Monday (Nu Disco Disco Mix) Block & Crown - Move Your Body (House Mix) House of Prayers - Don't Look Any Further (NWN Remix) Ghostbusterz - Lie Just A Little (Original Mix) Block & Crown - Get Down In September (Funky Mix) Nari - Everyday People (Original Mix) Block & Crown - Voulez Vous (Jackers Revenge Remix) Steve Tosi - Daddy Cool (Original Mix) Adri Block - Get Dancin' (Original Mix) Block & Crown - Boogie Nights (Nu Disco Mix) Block & Crown feat. L.I.S.A. - Do You Want It Right Now (Original Mix) Block & Crown - It's Real Love (Dope Demand Dubb)

WHOA NELLY! Party Favorz has been working overtime to wrap up as much as possible before the July 4th holiday—and we're dropping Volume 2 of the Summer Throwback Dance Party 2025 a day earlier than expected. This second set is packed with fan favorites, whether they were originally crafted for the dancefloor or not. Each track has been given a remix refresh, making them fit right into your summer celebration. Even better—this volume is loaded with all-new remixes, so there shouldn't be any repeats (but we won't swear on it). I’ve got a full day ahead—heading into Atlanta for a doctor’s appointment, grabbing groceries, and picking up some new fish for our aquarium we had ordered—so I’m keeping this brief. Don’t worry, Volume 3 is still on the way and should drop in the next few days, right before we shift gears into our regular summer fare. Until then, crank up the speakers and have a safe, happy 4th of July! Until the next time...ENJOY! Album: Summer Throwback Dance Party 2025 Volume 2Genre: 70’s Disco, 80s Dance, 90s House, 00s DanceYear: 2025Total Time: 02:24:20 Lissat & Tarrant (NL) - Everybody Stay Alive & Jump (Original Mix) Max Magnani - Shake That Thing (Original Mix) Max Magnani - On The Floor (Original Mix) Blade Runnerz - Salsa From Cuba (Extended Mix) FlashDancers - I Can't Take My Eyez Of U (Extended Mix) Brothas & Sistas - Remember My Name (Extended Mix) GhostMasters - Like The White (Original Mix) Mind Electric - Dirty Cash (Money Talks) (2024 Tribute Mix Extended) Calvo & Dazz - Don't Cha (Extended Club Mix) Block & Crown x Lissat feat. Da Swing Posse - Blow Ya Mind (Original Mix) GhostMasters - A Scrub Is A Guy (Club Mix) Disco Gurls - Stick To The Rivers (Club Mix) GhostMasters - Waiting 4 A Girl Like U (Club Mix) GhostMasters - Really Luvs Me (Club Mix) FlashDancers - Ride The Wind (Extended Mix) Jackers Revenge - Walk Away (Original Mix) Disco Gurls - Last Chance For Love (Extended Mix) Top Gunz - Everytime I Look Around (Extended Mix) GhostMasters - RockStarz (Club Mix) GhostMasters - Stay Close To Me (Club Mix) Disco Gurls - Supersticious (Extended Mix) Max Magnani - Venus (Original Mix) Steve Tosi - Like An Egyptian (Original Mix) Disco Gurls - Dreaming About U (Club Mix) Block & Crown feat. Culum Frea - Groove Is In The Heart (Original Mix) Block & Crown - That Summer Slammer (Original Mix) Ghostbusterz - Ride My Pony (Original Mix) Nari & Nabuk - All That She Wants (Original Mix) Block & Crown - Yambo (Original Mix) FlashDancers - Bamboleia (Extended Mix) FlashDancers - Pump The Music Jam (Extended Mix) Partners In Dance - Spin Like A Record (Extended Mix) Partners In Dance - U Keep Me Hanging (Extended Mix) Disco Gurls - SelfKontrol (Extended Mix) GhostMasters - This Is Your Night (Extended Mix) Disco Gurls - I Love Your Freebird (Extended Mix) Foreigner - I Want To Know What Love Is (Blond:ish Sunrise Jungle Extended Rework)

Album: Fall Throwback Dance Party Volume 2Genre: 70s Disco, 80s Dance, 90s House, Hip Hop, 00s DanceYear: 2024Total Time: 02:29:56 Nari - Hit Em Up (Original Mix) Richard Grey x Lissat x Eddie Pay - Bootylicious (Original Mix) Jac...

Album: Summer Throwback Dance Party Volume IIGenre: 70s Disco, 80s Dance, 90s House, Hip Hop, 00s DanceYear: 2024Total Time: 02:45:17 Brothas & Sistas - She's An Easy Lover (Extended Mix) Block & Crown - Into The Groove (Original...

Party Favorz is hitting the airwaves again with Volume 2 of our Fall Throwback series, loaded with remixed songs from the 80s. Sure, we've sprinkled in a few gems from the late 70s, but the spotlight is mainly on the 80s. Let's jump into it. ...

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