Danny Howells is back after a three year hiatus from the mix CD arena, proudly resurrecting the legendary ‘Renaissance: Mix Collection’ series in his own inimitable fashion…

‘Renaissance: The Mix Collection’ began with THAT legendary mix from Sasha and John Digweed. The original presented a collection of music that wasn’t focused on current or unreleased tracks, rather something more tangible and longer lasting. Now the series returns, taking influence from its famed predecessor, whilst adding a surprising new element.

So, who better than Danny Howells to construct the mix? A DJ renowned for his unrivalled ability to tap into the vast, rich resources of House.

Danny has also chosen the Mix Collection to premier his first batch of original productions in over three years. In fact, this double disc contains no less than seven exclusive tracks, remixes and edits. The result is a timeless collage of sound that draws reference from Danny’s current dancefloor favourites, lost classics and own material – in short, a true Mix Collection!

This isn’t necessarily a mix for the club, car or home, rather a timeless piece that can be enjoyed regardless.

Disc 1

1. Nick Cohen Pres. Cushty – La La Li
2. Sven Weisemann – Kiss Of Abana
3. Pulshar – Nospheratu (Sven’s Sphere Dub)
4. Solomun & Stimming – Eiszauber (Lawrence Remix)
5. Klute – Only Memory Is A Good One
6. Zwo! – Static Refill
7. Danny Howells – Laid Out (Danny’s Horizontal Mix)*
8. Naughty – World Of A Woman (Green Men Mix)
9. OrtzRoka – Black Magic
10. Westpark Unit – Bad Weeds Grow Tall
11. Art Bleek – Groundscrapers
12. Azymuth – Space Jazz Carnival (Global Communication Mix)
13. Danny Howells – Right Off (Danny’s Discomix)*
14. T & F vs. Moltosugo – Are U Doin’ It With Me? (Danny Howells Edit)*
15. Danny Howells – The Shining (Outrodub)*

Disc 2

1. Danny Howells – Laid Out (Introversion)*
2. Danny Howells – The Shining (Danny’s Dynamix)*
3. Kelley Polar – Entropy Reigns (Ewan Pearson & Usher’s Closed System Dub)
4. Santiago Salaza – Sci-Fi Xicano
5. David Garcet – Ero
6. Sunshine Jones – If You Wouldn’t Mind (Tiger Stripes Mix)
7. Joris Voorn – Deep (Jimpster Mix)
8. Robert Babicz – Dark Flower (Joris Voorn Magnolia Mix)
9. Zwo! – Flavor (The Youngsters Remix)
10. Blunt – Golden Lake (Djinxx Vision)
11. Marco Passarani – Nova
12. Renato Cohen – Magica
13. Apparat – Fractales (Apparat’s Ibiza Mix – Danny Howells Edit)*

*Denotes track or edit exclusively produced or re-worked by Danny for the album

CANT WAIT for this

Re: Danny Howells - Renaissance : The Mix Collection (2CD)

whens the release date????

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September 8

Re: Danny Howells - Renaissance : The Mix Collection (2CD)

w00t! can't wait either~

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wow quite surprised to see klute in there

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Looks like i'll have to bag this along with invol2ver !

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[QUOTE=red1;636425]wow quite surprised to see klute in there[/QUOTE]

klute is a very talented chap, he also happens to make brilliant techno tunes as well as d&b

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[quote=papa_giorgio;636352]w00t! can't wait either~[/quote]

cannot wait for this release either... looks tasty!!

btw, i think you have the best avatar ever :)

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nice news! btw the mix collection series are supossed to be 3 cds arent they?

Re: Danny Howells - Renaissance : The Mix Collection (2CD)

OMFG DISK 1 is fucking unbelievable .. Disk 1 by itself is hands down cd of the year :shock:

Re: Danny Howells - Renaissance : The Mix Collection (2CD)

Surprised that he went with his roots and made a pure house cd. It flows unblievably well...very soothing

This comp is amazing and makes me remember why i used to love howells back in the day.

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Music overload this year

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^^^TRU but between this renaissance comp from howells and sasha involver2 we have got two of the best comps i have heard in a long long time....both are instant classics imo.

Re: Danny Howells - Renaissance : The Mix Collection (2CD)

[quote=chuckc;642897]Surprised that he went with his roots and made a pure house cd. It flows unblievably well...very soothing

This comp is amazing and makes me remember why i used to love howells back in the day.[/quote]

Thank God someone out there still goes to the trouble of finding great house music to play, and still gives a shit about forgotten concepts like groove and melody.

Re: Danny Howells - Renaissance : The Mix Collection (2CD)

another great release for September, i'll definitely be grabbing this one!

Re: Danny Howells - Renaissance : The Mix Collection (2CD)

[quote=Kinetic;642936]Thank God someone out there still goes to the trouble of finding great house music to play, and still gives a shit about forgotten concepts like groove and melody.[/quote]

your spot on wiht the groove and melody part...not sure why djs today have lost that concept - to me that is what dance music is all about- drawing you in and taking you on a long and grooving melodic journey

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Klute – Only Memory Is A Good One :shock:.. Just picked up this baby today :D

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i'm actually going to pay money for this one

Re: Danny Howells - Renaissance : The Mix Collection (2CD)

Well when u guys do get it you all will be very impressed i assure u. I am still listening to disk 1.. have only skipped through disk 2 once. Can't wait for that :D.. I Love u DANNY

Re: Danny Howells - Renaissance : The Mix Collection (2CD)

Danny howells - laid out.. Omfg.. When is this out...

Re: Danny Howells - Renaissance : The Mix Collection (2CD)

[quote=tiddles;643046]i'm actually going to pay money for this one[/quote]

me also. hands down howells sure does put together the best stuido releases. 24/7 gu miami and now renaissnace. I think i like this one most of all.

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only listened to the first track so far. and its on the money!!!

danny for djmag No. 1!!!!

Re: Danny Howells - Renaissance : The Mix Collection (2CD)

You're not making it easy for me stay true to my oath to not listen to this before I get the actual release... I actually went and looked for a promo-copy, thankfully couldn't find one.

Re: Danny Howells - Renaissance : The Mix Collection (2CD)

[quote=Homegrove;643139]You're not making it easy for me stay true to my oath to not listen to this before I get the actual release... I actually went and looked for a promo-copy, thankfully couldn't find one.[/quote]

ok well if you change your mind let me know.;)

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I will wait to get my copy also but damn guys your making it hard!

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yeah i just wanted to hear it first because most of what i have heard from howells lately i dont like....

but this is vintage howells. smooth house beats and the programming and mixing is perfect, so i will definatly buy a copy of this.

i bought both 24/7 on cd and vinyl but not sure if vinyl is available on this release

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hail the return of quality music!!!

:digweed:

this shit is fucking A grade weapons material!!!!

Re: Danny Howells - Renaissance : The Mix Collection (2CD)

[quote=johns;643068]Danny howells - laid out.. Omfg.. When is this out...[/quote]

I wouldnt be surprised if it isnt a forthcoming single release on Renaissance.

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:RightOn:

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Bring it!

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just listened to disk 2. This track is pretty cool. i must have

[url]http://www.discogs.com/release/1305753[/url]

Re: Danny Howells - Renaissance : The Mix Collection (2CD)

[URL="http://www.beatportal.com/feed/item/danny-howells-interview/"]Here's a new interview with Howells talking about the new album from beatportal.[/URL]

good read

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[B]How would you describe the sound of the mix?[/B] It’s house, ranging from very deep to more peak time, but the bulk is very laid-back and also melodic and warm. I didn’t really feel a need to be super-trendy or minimal; I think there’s enough of that out there.

thanks god someone is finally realizing this....

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i think its crazy the only two mixes of his he ever listens to anymore is 24/7 and Choice. Nocturnal Frequencies 3 is still one of my all time favorite comps. Oh, and his nubreed is retarded good.

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The man knows where it's at ;)

Shall collar this

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[B]re there any upcoming shows that you’re particularly looking forward to?[/B] I’m really looking forward to going back to Australia, and there are some North American gigs I’m really excited about too.

:D

Re: Danny Howells - Renaissance : The Mix Collection (2CD)

[URL="http://www.sendspace.com/file/ql6thb"][/URL]Very interesting compilation

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^ :roll:

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[quote=INVOL2VER;644539]

Promotional Copy (with Promo Voices)[/quote]

Mate you cant post that shit here :roll:

Re: Danny Howells - Renaissance : The Mix Collection (2CD)

Yeah, but i'll have some of that thank you very much!