Life Is a Dance: The Remix Project
Chaka Khan · 1989
73 min · 11 tracks · jazz · R&B · soul
A vibrant fusion of funk and dance, reimagined through the lens of iconic remix producers.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic dance journey for parties wave-like pacing encourages movement vibrant remixes for high energy
- Context
- By the release of 'Life Is a Dance: The Remix Project' in 1989, Chaka Khan was enjoying a resurgence in popularity after her 1984 album 'I Feel for You,' which had introduced her to a new generation. This remix compilation showcased her classic hits reinterpreted by leading dance music producers, marking a significant moment as she embraced the emerging house and dance music scenes.
- If you like
- jazz, R&B, soul
Life Is a Dance: The Remix Project is an album by Chaka Khan, released in 1989. A vibrant fusion of funk and dance, reimagined through the lens of iconic remix producers. This album is notable for its cultural impact on the late '80s dance music landscape, featuring remixes from prominent figures like David Morales and Frankie Knuckles. It not only revitalized Khan's classic tracks for club audiences but also helped solidify her presence within the burgeoning house music movement, contributing to her legacy as a versatile artist. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Life Is a Dance: The Remix Project sound like?
A vibrant fusion of funk and dance, reimagined through the lens of iconic remix producers. Rooted in jazz and R&B.
What makes Life Is a Dance: The Remix Project by Chaka Khan notable?
This album is notable for its cultural impact on the late '80s dance music landscape, featuring remixes from prominent figures like David Morales and Frankie Knuckles. It not only revitalized Khan's classic tracks for club audiences but also helped solidify her presence within the burgeoning house music movement, contributing to her legacy as a versatile artist. By the release of 'Life Is a Dance: The Remix Project' in 1989, Chaka Khan was enjoying a resurgence in popularity after her 1984 album 'I Feel for You,' which had introduced her to a new generation. This remix compilation showcased her classic hits reinterpreted by leading dance music producers, marking a significant moment as she embraced the emerging house and dance music scenes.
Who is Life Is a Dance: The Remix Project for?
Life Is a Dance: The Remix Project works well if you're into dynamic dance journey for parties, wave-like pacing encourages movement and vibrant remixes for high energy.
How many songs are on Life Is a Dance: The Remix Project?
Life Is a Dance: The Remix Project has 11 tracks, running approximately 73 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Life Is a Dance (David Morales remix) 6:25
- 2 I Know You, I Live You (Tony Humphries remix) 7:47
- 3 This Is My Night (Marley Marl remix) 5:07
- 4 Eye to Eye (Paul Simpson remix) 8:26
- 5 Slow Dancin' (Eric Sadler & Hank Shocklee remix) 5:38
- 6 Fate (David Shaw & Winston Jones remix) 5:31
- 7 I'm Every Woman (remix version by Dancin' Danny D) 8:22
- 8 One Million Kisses (David Shaw & Winston Jones remix) 5:54
- 9 Ain’t Nobody (LP remix version by Frankie Knuckles) 4:24
- 10 Clouds (C+C remix) 7:37
- 11 I Feel for You (Paul Simpson remix) 8:38
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