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Just in time for Halloween, two Chicago-area icons return with their second superlative collaboration: a sleek house music version of the Elvis smash “Devil In Disguise”. One of the true pioneers of dance music, Joe Smooth transforms the 1963 classic with two unique takes: a laidback deep house “moody” mix and a more stomping uptempo “house rockin” mix, while vocalist and renaissance woman Irene Michaels adds her inimitable sass to the proceedings.
Effortlessly blazing trails as an entrepreneur and best-selling author (with a book that hit #1 on the Personal Health List on Amazon), Irene Michaels emerges as one of most intriguing figures on today’s music scene. At 75 years young, she has made a habit of shattering expectations, all the while providing an inspiration to women everywhere, while providing a playful and much needed riposte to our youth-obsessed culture.
In the words of Michaels, “I am thrilled to have recorded one of Elvis Presley’s greatest hits, ‘Devil In Disguise’! I have always been a huge fan of Elvis. It was an awesome experience working with all of these talented artists in putting this project together. I am genuinely thankful.”
Joe Smooth chimes in, “Following up on our first collaborative release ‘Hush Money’ here we are again with ‘Devil In Disguise’! A cover of one of Elvis Presley’s better known works. Working on this cool fun song, that has a few twists to it, was a bit of a challenge, but I think we added some fresh takes on this classic. We have a ‘House Rocking Mix’ and to flip the vibe even more the ‘House Moody’ mix. The package is rounded out by very capable mixes from the talented Michael Levine and THÄDX! It was a fun project to work on and had excellent supporting vocals from Yvonne Gage and Rachel Cain. Excellent work Irene!”
Rounding off the package are additional remixes by acclaimed soundtrack composer Michael A. Levine and techno newcomer DJ THÄDX.
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