Burning The Ground Exclusive
Today I’m spotlighting a very special 12″ release built for the dancefloor faithful and the Information Society deep divers. This one pulls together two Hot Tracks–exclusive remixes from the American electronic band Information Society, hailing from Minneapolis–Saint Paul, Minnesota, at a moment when Hack was still pulsing through clubs and radio alike.
Side A features Informedleymation, a Hot Tracks medley crafted by Glenn Cattanach that dives deep into the band’s second studio album, Hack. Rather than leaning solely on the obvious choice, Cattanach smartly anchors the mix around the era’s hit “Think”, while seamlessly weaving in four additional cuts from the album. Working directly from the Hack CD and assembling the mix via DAT, he achieved a crystal-clear, full-frequency medley that still sounds pristine today. It’s a masterclass in early-’90s remix craftsmanship—clean, punchy, and designed to keep momentum locked from start to finish.
Flip the record and Side B delivers the Digital Remix of “How Long,” originally released as the second single from Hack in 1991. Here, the track gets an entirely new lease on life thanks to a remix by legendary DJ, remixer, and producer Chris Cox. Cox brings his unmistakable touch to the mix, sharpening the track’s rhythmic edge while preserving its emotional core. It’s sleek, club-ready, and unmistakably built for serious sound systems—proof of how a great remix can reframe a song without losing its soul.
Together, these two Hot Tracks mixes form a perfectly balanced 12″: one side celebrating the album as a whole through a thoughtfully constructed medley, the other zeroing in on a single track and pushing it straight onto the dancefloor. For fans of Information Society, remix culture, or the golden era of DJ record pools, this release is a reminder of just how inventive and influential that moment truly was.
A killer slice of early ’90s electronic history—pressed loud, mixed smart, and made to move bodies.
SIDE A:
Informedleymation 8:07
DJ Mix [Megamix] – Glenn Cattanach
Written-By – Maher, Valaquen, Robb*
1 – Come With Me
2 – Think
3 – Move Out
4 – How Long
5 – Now That I Have You
SIDE B:
How Long (Digital Remix) 6:17
Remix Chris Cox
Written-By – P. Robb*
VINYL GRADE:
Vinyl: Near Mint
Sleeve: Custom
RELEASE INFORMATION:
Label: Hot Tracks – SA 9-9, Hot Tracks – SA 10-1
Series: Hot Tracks Series – 9-9, Hot Tracks Series – 10-1
Format: Vinyl, 12″, 45 RPM, Compilation, Promo
Country: US
Released: 1990
Genre: Electronic, Hip Hop, Pop
Style: House, Hip-House, Hi NRG, Euro House, Garage House
CREDITS:
NOTES:
DJ Use Only
Buy Hot Tracks SA 9-9 at DISCOGGS
Buy Hot Tracks SA 10-1 at DISCOGS
VINYL TRANSFER & AUDIO RESTORATION:
-DjPaulT
for BURNING THE GROUND
THE GEAR:
Turntable: Technics SL-1200MK7
Cartridge/Stylus: Ortofon Concorde Music Black
Turntable Isolation Platform: ISO-Tone™ Turntable Isolation Platform
Platter: Pro Spin Acrylic Mat
Stabilizer: Pro-Ject Record Puck
Phono Pre-amp: Pro-Jec Tube Box DS2
Tubes: Genalex Gold Lion 12AX7 ECC83/B759 Gold Pins Vacuum Tube – Matched Pair
DAC: Alpha Design Labs GT40a USB DAC
Record Cleaning: VPI HW 16.5 Record Cleaning Machine
Artwork Scans: Epson Workforce WF-7610 Professional Printer/Scanner
SOFTWARE:
Recording/Editing: Adobe Audition 25 (Recording)
Down Sampling/Dither: iZotope RX Advanced 2
Artwork Editor: Adobe Photoshop CS5
Click Removal: Manual
FLAC/MP3 Conversion: dBpoweramp
M3U Playlist: Playlist Creator
RESTORATION NOTES:
All vinyl rips are recorded @ 32bit/float
FLAC (Level Eight)
Artwork scanned at 600dpi
**24bit FLAC Only Available For Seven Days!
Password: burningtheground
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Joining my voice in with the rest of choir praising the masterful HACK, still cranked in my house and car on the regular! These mixes are such a wonderful way to hear it anew. Am I crazy, or has the stereo been enhanced in these mixes? Sounds incredible. For me, HACK was InSoc’s “Paul’s Boutique.” Has there been a record like it since? Would love to hear anything else you have from this era or Peace & Love, Inc someday. Thanks for the thrilling treat Paul!
Hey Jon,
I was thrilled by your comment here! Information Society is so fabulous that I wish there were others like you and I who celebrate their genius! I am bugging out that Paul has lovingly presented these two mixes on his site! I hope others read the comments here and quickly download these treasures before they’re “going,going, GONE!!!”
Have a fantastic day, Jon, and thank you!!
Jeff
Jon, your whole comment put a huge smile on my face. Hack really was lightning in a bottle, wasn’t it? Every time I revisit anything from that era — especially these Hot Tracks mixes — I’m reminded how forward‑thinking and meticulously crafted that album was. You’re not crazy at all about the stereo, either. Glenn Cattanach built this medley straight from the Hack CD and assembled it via DAT, so there’s a clarity and width baked right into the source. Once it’s cleaned up and transferred properly, it really opens up in a way that feels almost “enhanced.” And I… Read more »
Awesome band INFORMATION SOCIETY, thank you for your hard work and for letting us enjoy such great music.
You’re welcome. I had a blast working on this one.
You want to know what I’m thinking, what’s on my mind?! Well, these are some great remixes right here Dj Paul! Hot Tracks usually brings the fire and these are no exception. Great transfers too! The medley really highlights the great early 90’s electronic sounds Information Society is famous for. My first track from them was of course…. What’s On Your Mind (Pure Energy) and it remains my favorite to this day, but they truly dropped so many great tracks I love how this medley came together. I’m not sure anyone else topped Information Society for that amazing futuristic blend… Read more »
JP, you always bring the spark. Hot Tracks really did have that magic touch, and this medley is such a great reminder of how futuristic InSoc sounded at the dawn of the ’90s. Those crisp synth lines, the little electro flourishes, that hint of freestyle attitude — they were building a world all their own, and Glenn’s mix stitches all those textures together beautifully. And yes, “What’s On Your Mind” is the gateway for so many of us. It’s one of those tracks that never loses its shine, no matter how many times you hear it. What I love about… Read more »
Thank you, Paul! I love when you share these custom vinyls! And I really love 80s megamixes! That was true craftsmanship, as you pointed out. Suggestion for a new weekly theme perhaps: MEGAMIX MONDAYS!!!! 🙂
Axel, you just made my day. I’m so glad you’re enjoying these custom vinyl shares — they’re a labor of love, and hearing that they hit the mark means everything. And yes, those 80s megamixes were a whole art form unto themselves… razor‑blade precision, wild creativity, and zero shortcuts.
“Megamix Mondays” has a very tempting ring to it. 😉
Glad you like the idea! I think most of your followers would also appreciate Megamix Mondays!
Again, Paul, you really bring on the fireworks! It’s also uncanny that you’ve decided to do some Information Society, because lately, they’ve been on my mind! (Pure Energy!) With you, there are always some great synchronicities going on! You’re like a mind reader too! It’s so cool that these mixes have appeared before my eyes! And, although I’m quite the fan, I had no idea the band hailed from Minneapolis. How important it is to be celebrating this great and wonderfully brave city especially after all the mess that its citizens are experiencing. I love your social consciousness, Paul. What… Read more »
Jeff, you always have a way of turning a simple post into a full‑blown celebration, and I absolutely love that about you. The synchronicities you mention make me smile — sometimes it really does feel like these records choose their own moment to resurface, and I’m just the messenger who dusts them off. Information Society being a Minneapolis creation still surprises people, but it makes perfect sense once you tune into that mix of futurism, fearlessness, and heart. That city has given the world so much brilliance, and honoring its artists — especially now — feels more important than ever.… Read more »
Ooh, I have oodles of InSoc remixes, but I didn’t know about this one. Hack rules. Still in power rotation around the house. Thank you!
David, I love hearing that Hack is still getting heavy rotation in your house — that album has such a unique energy, it never really loses its punch. And I’m thrilled this mix was new to you! These Hot Tracks promos slipped past even the most dedicated collectors, so it’s always fun when one of them pops up and surprises someone who already knows the InSoc universe inside and out.
Enjoy diving into this one — it’s a beauty.
Huge InfoSoc fan! Definitely a new and different sound. Love that first album front to back and have grown to enjoy almost all of the albums after. Can’t wait to spin this one. Thanks for another gem Paul!
Mikey‑D, I love hearing that! InSoc fans always have such a sharp ear for how the band kept reinventing themselves, and you’re absolutely right — every album brings its own flavor while still feeling unmistakably them. This Hot Tracks promo really shows a different side of that era, so I’m thrilled it’s something new for you to spin.
Thanks for the kind words — sharing these gems is always a joy when they land with people who truly get it. Enjoy cranking this one up!