Category: News

My Decision on Disco Friday — Let’s Keep the Groove Alive!

First off, a big glitter ball thank you to everyone who dropped a comment on my last post—you’ve truly lit up my dance floor. I have to say, I was a bit surprised to see so many new names in the mix. It makes me wonder… where have you been hiding during my Disco Friday sets? Don’t be shy—jump in and share your thoughts more often!

After reading through your feedback on whether to keep spinning Disco Friday or pull the plug, the results are in—and the crowd has spoken. Most of you want to keep the disco beats rolling! But, like any good DJ, I’m switching up the setlist just a little. Instead of dropping a disco 12″ every single Friday, I’ll spin them whenever the mood—and the mirror ball—strikes. That way, I’m not locked into the same groove every week and can mix in other tracks that inspire me.

I adore disco, but I also like to keep my playlist fresh and unpredictable. This way, Disco Friday will still happen… just not on every Friday. Think of it as a surprise club appearance—you never know when the fever will hit!

So, when I feel that irresistible pull to the dance floor, you’ll get a Disco Friday post. And even if the track I’m spinning isn’t your jam, I’d still love to see your friendly comments—they keep the vibe alive.

Lastly, I’m taking a short break this week to spend some much-needed quality time with my family.

Much love and appreciation to all of you—keep the groove going!

—Paul

Disco Friday: Keep It or Can It?

Alright, my fabulous BTG family — let’s talk.

Every Friday, I’ve been pulling out those glitter-drenched 12-inch disco delights to send us into the weekend with a little extra sparkle. I love doing it… but here’s the tea:

Disco Friday posts aren’t exactly setting the dancefloor on fire. Fewer comments, fewer downloads — it’s like half the crowd went to the bar before the best part of the song. 🥂

So here’s my question…
Do you still want the full-on Disco Friday experience every week?
Or should I shake it up, post other stuff on Fridays, and just drop disco tracks in now and then when the mood strikes?

No hard feelings either way — I just want to make sure the music here keeps your toes tapping and your speakers happy.

Sound off in the comments, and let’s decide if Disco Friday stays or takes a little vacation.

Stay gold, stay groovy, and keep on dancin’,
—Paul 💿🔥

Burning The Ground Turns 15!

🔥 Celebrating a Decade and a Half of Remix Resurrection 🔥

Fifteen years ago, Burning The Ground lit its first digital spark—and what a fire it’s become. What started as a personal passion project to share rare 12″ remixes from the golden age of vinyl has grown into a global community of collectors, remix lovers, nostalgia seekers, and music obsessives who all share one thing: a love for the long version.

🎧 A Labor of Love
Back in 2010, the mission was simple: to preserve and share the extended, often-forgotten dance mixes that defined the club culture of the 1980s and 1990s. These weren’t just versions of songs—they were whole experiences: dub breakdowns, vocal reworks, synth passages, re-edits that transformed hits into epics.

Each post has been lovingly curated, ripped from original vinyl, cleaned, edited, and presented with the kind of detail and respect these mixes deserve. And over the years, it’s become more than just a blog—it’s an archive, a time capsule, and a celebration of music that was never meant to be forgotten.

📀 Highlights From The Journey

    • Thousands of 12″ singles digitized and shared

    • Countless rare promo-only and remix service exclusives uncovered

    • Deep dives into artists from chart-toppers to one-hit wonders

    • Special themed events—Disco Fridays, Halloween Mixes, Pride Month sets, and more

    • H Fridays, Halloween Mixes, Pride Month sets, and more

    • A community of passionate readers who keep the comments section alive with memories, trivia, and appreciation

💿 Why It Still Matters
In a world of compressed streams and algorithm-fed playlists, Burning The Ground remains proudly analog at heart. These remixes weren’t designed for shuffle—they were crafted for the dancefloor, the roller rink, the after-hours crowd. They were about movement, sweat, seduction, and story. And they deserve to be heard again, in full fidelity.

🙏 Thank You
To everyone who’s ever visited, downloaded, commented, or shared a post—you are the reason this blog still burns bright. Your support, encouragement, and shared love for this music keeps me going, even through personal challenges, recovery periods, and the changing tides of the internet.

A special thank you to those of you who’ve been with me since the beginning. Your loyalty, kindness, and connection over these 15 years have meant more than I can ever put into words.

Here’s to 15 years of basslines, breakdowns, and bonus beats—and to many more ahead.

Love & Light, Let’s keep dancing.

—Paul

Thank You for an Incredible Pride Month — See You July 9!

As June comes to a close, I just want to take a moment to say thank you from the bottom of my heart for joining me on this journey through music, memory, and celebration. This year’s Pride Month on Burning the Ground has been one of the most special yet — a vibrant mix of anthems, deep cuts, camp classics, and unexpected gems that have moved us, united us, and made us dance.

Together, we paid tribute to pioneers like Divine, Malcolm McLaren, Pete Burns, and k.d. lang… we turned the volume up on forgotten 12″ remixes, glittering club anthems, and powerful messages of love, identity, and freedom. Whether it was a synth-pop banger or a disco confession, each post was a small act of celebration and remembrance — for the voices we’ve lost, the lives we’ve lived, and the joy we continue to share.

Now, I’m signing off for a short vacation and will be taking a much-needed break until July 9. During this time, there won’t be any new posts, but feel free to explore the archives and revisit some favorites — there’s always something worth rediscovering.

To everyone who has commented, shared a memory, or simply stopped by to listen — thank you. Your presence here keeps the music alive.

Stay safe, stay proud, and I’ll see you back here in July with more vinyl treasures and sonic surprises.

With love and appreciation,
Paul (DJPaulT) 🏳️‍🌈🌴