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Bobby Brown – “Every Little Hit” Megamix (US 12″ Promo) (1989)

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When Bobby Brown released Don’t Be Cruel in 1988, he didn’t just dominate radio—he owned the dance floor. Even years after its initial release, the album continued to generate club interest, and one of the more intriguing artifacts from that era is the promo-only single “Every Little Hit (Megamix)”, issued in the United States as a promo single sent out to radio stations, and DJ record pools.

Unlike a standard commercial release, Every Little Hit (Megamix) was created strictly as a DJ tool, servicing clubs and radio mix shows that were hungry for nonstop Bobby Brown energy. Rather than focusing on a single track, the megamix stitches together highlights from Don’t Be Cruel, effectively functioning as a rapid-fire celebration of the album’s biggest moments. It’s Bobby at full throttle—hooks stacked on hooks, beats barely given time to breathe, and an overall sense that this was designed to keep dance floors moving without interruption.

Megamixes like this were a staple of the late ’80s and early ’90s club scene. They served multiple purposes: a sampler for casual listeners, a transition-friendly weapon for DJs, and a reminder of just how many hits an artist had accumulated in a short period of time. In Bobby Brown’s case, the format made perfect sense. Don’t Be Cruel was packed with chart-toppers and club favorites, and hearing them collide in one continuous mix only reinforced how dominant his run truly was.

Because it was promo-only, Every Little Hit (Megamix) never received the kind of widespread recognition that his commercial singles did. It was not found in record store bins, and many fans never knew it existed unless they were plugged into club culture or radio at the time. That scarcity has helped turn it into a bit of a cult item today—especially among collectors who appreciate the unique role promo 12″s played in shaping how dance music was heard and experienced.

Every Little Hit (Megamix) stands as a snapshot of an era when remix culture was booming, DJs were tastemakers, and record labels understood the power of the club. It may not be the most talked-about Bobby Brown release, but it’s a fascinating reminder that sometimes the most exciting records were the ones never meant for the general public—only for the booth, the floor, and those lucky enough to hear them in the moment.

SIDE A:
“Every Little Hit” Mega Mix (Club Version) 8:58
A.1 Every Little Step
A.2 On Our Own
A.3 Don’t Be Cruel
A.4 My Prerogative

SIDE B:
“Every Little Hit” Mega Mix (Radio Edit) 6:11
B.1 Every Little Step
B.2 On Our Own
B.3 Don’t Be Cruel
B.4 My Prerogative

VINYL GRADE:
Vinyl: Near Mint
Sleeve: Near Mint

RELEASE INFORMATION:
Label: MCA Records – L33-18116
Format: Vinyl, 12″, 33 ⅓ RPM, Promo
Country: US
Released: 1989
Genre: Hip Hop
Style: RnB/Swing

CREDITS:

NOTES:
Includes special edits of “Every Little Step”, “On Our Own”, “Don’t Be Cruel” and “My Prerogative”. Inspired by Bobby’s mega hit “Dance… Ya Know It!” and “Don’t Be Cruel” albums.

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Olivia Newton-John & Electric Light Orchestra – Xanadu (Europe 12″) (1980)

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Today’s Pride Month feature transports us straight to a fantasy realm of disco lights, roller skates, and synth-drenched euphoria—“Xanadu” by Olivia Newton-John & Electric Light Orchestra, the unforgettable title track from the 1980 cult musical film Xanadu.

I’m spotlighting the European 12” single, which includes the album version of “Xanadu” backed with “Fool Country,” a track featured in the film but not included on the official soundtrack. As a special treat, I’ve also added a bonus remix: the “Re-Glittered Mix” by Steve Anderson of DMC fame—a Pride-ready version that’s pure sparkle and spectacle.

🪩 Chart Success
“Xanadu” became a massive international hit. In the UK, it soared to #1 on the Singles Chart—making it ELO’s only UK #1 hit. In the U.S., it peaked at #8 on the Billboard Hot 100, earning both Olivia and ELO another top 10 pop smash. The song’s jubilant fusion of Jeff Lynne’s symphonic rock production with Olivia’s airy, crystalline vocals captured the hearts of both disco and pop fans alike.

🎶 Soundtrack Anniversary
Here’s something special: the Xanadu soundtrack turns 45 years old today! Released in the U.S. June 1980, the album has become a cult classic—featuring side A by Olivia Newton-John and side B by ELO. While the film itself polarized critics, the music became a beloved part of pop culture, especially within LGBTQ+ communities who embraced its theatricality, glam, and fantasy.

🌈 A Legendary Mardi Gras Performance
Another magical Pride moment: In 2008, Olivia performed “Xanadu” live at Sydney’s Mardi Gras, celebrating the 30th anniversary of the event. Wearing a dazzling disco sequin kimono, she took the stage at 4AM at the Royal Hall Of Industries before a crowd of over 18,000 fans—serving vocals, glam, and sheer joy. The remix she performed to? Yes, the very same Steve Anderson Re-Glittered Mix included here. The audience, as you’d expect, went wild.

Why “Xanadu” for Pride Month?
Because it’s joyful. It’s camp. It’s fantasy. And it’s a radiant reminder that escapism, glamour, and individuality are powerful tools of self-expression. Olivia Newton-John has always been a beloved icon in the LGBTQ+ community, and Xanadu is one of the glittering jewels in her crown.

This track is an open invitation to dream—to step out of the gray and into the neon. And during Pride, what could be more fitting?

🎶 “Now that I’m here, now that you’re near… in Xanadu.” 🎶

SIDE A:
Olivia Newton-John & Electric Light Orchestra –  Xanadu 3:30
Producer – Jeff Lynne
Written-By – Lynne*

SIDE B:
Olivia Newton-John –  Fool Country 2:28
Producer – John Farrar
Written-By – Farrar*

BONUS REMIX:
Olivia Newton-John & Electric Light Orchestra –  Xanadu (Re-Glittered Mix) 10:30
Remix – Steve Anderson And His Merry Mirrorball Men*

VINYL GRADE:
Vinyl: Near Mint
Sleeve: Near Mint

U.S. CHART HISTORY:

Year Single Chart Position
1980 Xanadu U.S. Billboard Hot 100 #8
1980 Xanadu U.S. Billboard Adult Contemporary #2

RELEASE INFORMATION:
Label: Jet Records – JET 12.185, Jet Records – 12.185
Format: Vinyl, 12″, 33 ⅓ RPM, Maxi-Single, Stereo
Country: Europe
Released: 1980
Genre: Electronic
Style: Synth-pop, Disco

NOTES:
Made in Holland

Side A Taken from the soundtrack album “Xanadu”

Bonus Remix taken from DMC Hit Mixes 195

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OMD – Pandora’s Box (It’s A Long, Long Way) (US 12″)

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“Pandora’s Box” (subtitled “It’s a Long, Long Way” for the US release) is a song by English electronic band Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark (OMD), released by Virgin on 24 June 1991 as the second single from their eighth studio album, Sugar Tax (1991). The song, which deals with the less glamorous side of celebrity, was inspired by silent film actress Louise Brooks and is named after the 1929 film Pandora’s Box in which she starred.

The single was a top-10 hit in the United Kingdom and throughout Europe. In the United States, the song was a top-twenty dance hit reaching #11 on the Billboard Dance Chart.

Andy McCluskey wrote “Pandora’s Box” about the silent film actress Louise Brooks. He told the Edinburgh Evening News in 1991, “I’ve been fascinated by her for eight or nine years now. The more I learned the more fascinated I became. [She’s] absolutely the sort of woman you’d fall in love with on first sight and absolutely the sort of person that you desperately shouldn’t go anywhere near.

The music video for “Pandora’s Box” is in black and white and features Louise Brooks and singer Andy McCluskey. According to the video intro, all of the scenes of Brooks in the video are from the original 1929 film.

SIDE A:
A1 – Pandora’s Box (It’s A Long, Long Way) (Diesel Fingers Mix) 6:10
Edited By [Editing By] – Eric “Moe” Rosenberg
Engineer [Engineered By] – Kennan Keating
Keyboards [Additional Keyboards By] – Joey Moskowitz
Producer [Additional Production By], Remix [Remix By] – Carl Segal

A2 – Pandora’s Box (It’s A Long, Long Way) (Abstract Mix) 6:35
Arranged By [Brass Arranged By] – Snake Davis
Guitar [Guitar By] – John Themis
Mixed By – Paul Wright, Steve Anderson
Remix [Remix By], Producer [Post Production By], Keyboards [Keyboards By] – Steve Anderson
Saxophone [Sax By] – Snake Davis
Trumpet [Trumpet By] – John Thirkell

SIDE B:
B1 – Pandora’s Box (It’s A Long, Long Way) (Constant Pressure 12″) 4:39
Mixed By – Dani Griffiths, Guy Forrester

B2 – Pandora’s Box (It’s A Long, Long Way) (Prize Of Beauty Mix) 5:35
Arranged By [Brass Arranged By] – Snake Davis
Guitar [Guitar By] – John Themis
Mixed By – Paul Wright, Steve Anderson
Remix [Remix By], Producer [Post Production By], Keyboards [Keyboards By] – Steve Anderson
Saxophone [Sax By] – Snake Davis
Trumpet [Trumpet By] – John Thirkell

B3 – Sugar Tax 4:05
Mixed By – Guy Forrester

VINYL GRADE:
Vinyl: Near Mint
Sleeve: Near Mint

U.S. CHART HISTORY:

Year Single Chart Position
1991 Pandora’s Box (It’s A Long, Long Way) U.S. Billboard Hot Dance Music / Club Play #11
1991 Pandora’s Box (It’s A Long, Long Way) U.S. Billboard Hot Dance Music / Maxi-Singles Sales #25
1991 Pandora’s Box (It’s A Long, Long Way) U.S. Billboard Modern Rock Tracks #19

RELEASE INFORMATION:
Label: Virgin Records America, Inc. – 0-96338, Virgin – 0-96338
Format: Vinyl, 12″, 33 ⅓ RPM
Country: US
Released: 1991
Genre: Electronic
Style: House, Euro House, Synth-pop

CREDITS:

NOTES:
From the album “SUGAR TAX”

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