Sunday 1 January 2012

2011 saw House music work its way back into the charts as global stars proved to the world that the genre was no where near dead. As The House Bandits plan for what 2012 has in store, Chris takes you through their favourite tracks of the past 12 months.

LMFAO - Party Rock Anthem
Released January 2011

"If a party is starting to die down there is no better song to bring it back to life than this. It single handedly reinvented the "shuffling" dance and will no doubt be played in clubs for years to come."



Redroche vs Armstrong - Make your move 2011 (Tristan Garner Remix)
Released January 2011

"I remember playing this for the first time on the show and getting a mass amount of positive feedback. The iconic hook, mixed with memorable lyrics made this an instant classic with music lovers of all ages."



Erick Morillo, Eddie Thoneick feat. Shawnee Taylor - Live your life
Released June 2011

"I have always been a big fan of both Erick and Eddie and their collaboration on this track is amazing. Add their infectious beats to Shawnee Taylor's talent and it's a vocal house track that always gets a good reception when I play it in the clubs."



Aloe Blacc - I need a Dollar (Zinc Remix)
Released April 2011

"Ever since I heard Aloe Blacc's 2nd studio LP, 'Good Things', I've been a massive fan but unfortunately it wasn't until recently he's gained the success he deserves. His latest album and his incredible single 'I Need a Dollar' has been receiving no end of praise. This remix is one of my favourites of 2011 by one of the biggest producers in the game. Zinc creates a revamped dance floor hit."



Bingo Players - Cry
Released April 2011

"As soon as I heard this track on Andi Durrant's Capital show I knew this would forever remind me of 2011. It's an absolutely gem and despite having quite a pop-feel to it, it still works its magic in the big rooms."



Tom Hangs feat. Shermanology - Blessed
Released May 2011

"When I spoke to Avicii earlier in the year he told me he uses different names to differentiate between his different styles. Using the pseudonym Tom Hangs, he created a fantastic club track that has been played in venues across the world. But what makes this song one of my favourites of 2011 is the fact Avicii then made an edit of it because he thought he could improve it further, showing what a true perfectionist the Swedish youngster really is."



Fedde Le Grand - So much Love.
Released August 2011

"I love this track, it's another anthem from the Dutch master himself. He blew the roof off Ibiza's Space Terrazza at Toolroom Knights with it and it's a definite crowd pleaser. The original was a classic - the remix is an epic."



DEVolution featuring Amy Pearson - Good Love (Alesso Remix)
Released September 2011

"The Swedish protege is at it again with this brilliant remix and one that gets the big rooms bouncing. He destroyed Pacha in New York with this track during Labour Day Weekend and it's safe to say this isn't just an absolute banger this is a powerful tune too. A must, in my opinion, for any House DJ."




Calvin Harris featuring Rihanna - We found love
Released September 2011

"This song really needs no introduction. It's like watching an entire series of 'Skins' in four minutes and is from a singer who can literally do no wrong and a Scottish producer who is famous all over the world for his dance hits. One of the biggest club tracks of the year and another guaranteed party starter."



Avicii - Levels
Released October 2011

"My overall favourite track of 2011 goes to Avicii. I remember hearing this for the first time as a party goer and going mental. I think I scared a few people as a result but it's just one of those tunes that gets the adrenaline pumping. I've been a fan of Tim Berg's work since he broke onto the scene, every release has that extra special something. The youngster is extremely talented and has that unique ability of knowing what will work and what won't. The scary thing is, I think his best is yet to come."




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