“A series of endlessly high-tension, Happy Hardcore works that transcend both the past and the future.”
Charly Lownoise & Mental Theo – Wonderfull Days
Released: 1994/Dutch happy hardcore masterpiece
Features: A classic that took the 90’s Eurodance/rave scene by storm with its catchy melody and positive energy. It continues to be loved by many clubs and raves today.
Tracklist
A1. Wonderfull Days (Rotterdam Mix)
B1. Wonderfull Days (Trance Mix)
B2. Wonderfull Days (Radio Mix)
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Scooter – Call Me Mañana
Released: 1998, single from “No Time to Chill”
Characteristics: Happy hardcore-oriented trance that shines with strong sample usage of “James Brown Is Dead” (L.A. Style). A unique piece by the overseas band Scooter.
Tracklist
A. Call Me Mañana (Heavy Horses Extended)
B1. Bramfeld
B2. Call Me Mañana (Heavy Horses Radio)
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Ratty – Sunrise (Here I Am)
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Overview: Songs by Scooter’s trance-derived project Ratty
Features: Represents the original version of “She”s The Sun” “Sunrise (Ratty”s Inferno)”. A passionate floor track that looks great in the club.
Tracklist
A1. Sunrise (Here I Am) (Club Mix)
B1. Sunrise (Here I Am) (Dub Mix)
B2. Sunrise (Here I Am) (Instrumental)
Youtube
Phase vs. DJ Sniper Feat. Karen – Forevermore / Ignition Sequence
Released by: UK label Sonic Boom
Features: A powerful EP of happy hardcore x hardcore/techno fusion, with the title song “Forevermore” and the techno-flavored “Ignition Sequence” mixed together.
Tracklist
A. Forevermore (5am Mix)
B1. Ignition Sequence Start
B2. Forevermore (Original)
Youtube
DJ Breeze – Jump A Little Higher
Artist: Popular British DJ/producer Mark Breeze
Characteristics: A song that has been supported by many clubs, with an uplifting melody and energetic beat, as well as samples from “Kick Your Legs In The Air” and “Don”t Make Me Wait (Special Version).”
Tracklist
a. Jump A Little Higher (Brisk Remix)
b. Jump A Little Higher
Youtube
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