DJ Brian Norwood was born during the first seedlings of dance music as we know it today were sprouting. In the 1970s, the Tea Dance at Fire Island's Blue Whale was settling in as ritual and David Mancuso's infamous "The Loft" parties in NYC were just getting started. Being born in the music-rich environment of Nashville would be a harbinger of things to come. And being born in that era would greatly impact his career.In the 90's, Philadelphia, the city of brotherly love, would open its arms to Brian. This move to a more urban environment and being within the twinkle of NYC skyscrapers, is an important transition not only in geography, but of musical awakening. After attending a seminal Saint-At-Large Party with all its intendant revelry, he felt an overwhelming drive to cultivate music and learn to mix. Vinyl was still the preferred medium for DJ's, which gives Brian the unique perspective of being among the younger DJ's still spinning today who teethed on vinyl.In the 90s Brian began to play live shows. His ability to feel the energy of a room and to zero in on what crowds want to hear quickly gained him major name recognition that spread from Philadelphia to the entire nation...
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episode 29: Fire Island House Music 7
If you've ever been to either the Pines or Cherry Grove on Fire Island...then you've been blessed to experience what I say is the closest thing to heaven on earth. Fire Island is truly a place like no other. Starting with the moment you get onto the ferry in Sayville to carry you over and continuing on with every single moment you're there...there's something magically different about it. That difference definitely includes the music. And no matter the time -- 3AM or 3PM -- as you walk you'll ALWAYS hear music wafting through the air from the stunning houses that dot the boardwalks. And we're not talking just any music. It's OUR music. There's a very particular sound that permeates the island. What is that sound? Well, I'd say it's classic house music with major influences from soul and disco. This is house music that has stunning melodies, rhythms and vibes. It's sometimes sweeping and soaring, sometimes laden with gospel choirs and sometimes groovy and hip shaking. But what it always is is classic and timeless. It's versatile enough that it's perfect for lazy days by the pool or for hands-in-the-air nights at the club. Every year as Summer shines upon us I mix this set with a nod to the island. For those of you that have experienced this magic...then you know what I've just described is magically true and accurate. And if you haven't experienced it...then I hope that you can close your eyes and visualize the beauty of the island as the mix plays along. As always, I've mixed this set with every ounce of love that I've got to give. From my heart...to your ears. ENJOY!!!#/Artist/Title/Remix01. Janice Robinson/There Must Be Love/Disco Juice Piano Intro Mix02. Dimitri From Paris/Music Saved My Life/Extended Discomix03. Janice Robinson/Freedom/Epic Classic Mix04. Tracy Hamlin/I Stopped Loving You/Richard Earnshaw Revision05. Beverley Knight/Everything's Gonna Be Alright/Extended Mix06. DJ Marlon/Open Your Love/Kevin McKay Extended Remix07. Barbara Tucker/Most Precious Love/Sebastian Creeps & Julian Back Remix08. Bakermat/The Spirit/Extended Mix09. LaShun Pace/Ain't Nobody/Extended Mix10. David Penn/Hallelujah/Odyssey Inc. Extended Remix11. Kevin Haden/Who Is He/Dr Packer Extended Remix12. Billy Porter/Love Yourself/Ralphi Rosario Anthem MixFOR WORLDWIDE DJ BOOKING INFORMATION:Phone: 202-766-6880Email: IAMBrianNorwood@gmail.comFacebook: Brian NorwoodInstagram: DJ Brian Norwood