The genius of
Gerry Read takes us back to 1980s italo-disco with his energetic and groovy update of Plustwo's "
Melody." Striking bright from the jump, this 8 Head release radiates warmth and blinding brilliance as you open your eyes and ears to its rousing first bars. Feeling the electricity of the original song's allure course through your veins, you've no choice but to bounce along like a cartoon character. However, it is Read's recasting that really gives "
Melody" such a highly coloured and stylized allure. While the original is marvellous, it cannot compare to the heft and more widely arranged grooves the Suffolk sensation puts to work in his remix. Still, this closeness to the original is awesome. Read's captivating play with the already lively vocals are vital, as are the many layers of "
Melody." It's just so catchy, as though covered in barbs, there's no way you can come into contact with it without some part of it sticking to you. In fact, it might as well be quicksand as the mucky grooves suck you right in. But enough gushing, enjoy
Gerry Read's remix of "
Melody" below or find it on
iTunes/
Spotify/
Youtube.
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