The track "It's Like That" represents two pivotal moments in music history: the birth of hardcore hip-hop in 1983 and its massive global resurgence through a dance remix in 1997. The Original Foundation (1983)
The late 1990s saw the rise of big beat (The Chemical Brothers, Fatboy Slim, The Prodigy) and a crossover between alternative rock, hip-hop, and electronic music. Nevins, known for his work with A Night at the Roxbury soundtrack and dance acts like Snap!, understood that Run–D.M.C.’s rhythmic, chant-like delivery was perfectly suited to a 4/4 kick drum. RUN DMC- Jason Nevins - It-s Like That -Raxon E...
"Run-D.M.C. - It's Like That (Jason Nevins Remix)" stands as one of the most successful remixes in music history. It successfully transformed a socio-political hip-hop anthem into a global dance-floor filler. The continued existence of edits and references by modern artists like Raxon demonstrates the track's timeless appeal and its structural integrity as a foundational piece of electronic dance music history. The track "It's Like That" represents two pivotal
“RUN DMC- Jason Nevins - It's Like That - Raxon E...” Who is Raxon
In the world of music, collaborations and mashups are nothing new. But sometimes, it's the most unexpected combinations that lead to something truly special. One such example is the iconic mashup of RUN DMC's "It's Like That" with Jason Nevins' "Raxon E..." - a fusion that not only brought together two distinct musical styles but also became a chart-topping hit.
Licensed to XL Recordings in the UK, the remix exploded:
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