Dr. Phibes - Acid Story (35th Anniversary) [Diki Records]

Format: 12" yellow vinyl, spot UV varnish. Dr Phibes 35th anniversary remix pack 1.

Released in 1988, right at the beginning of the New Beat phenomenon that marked the history of Belgian music. Along with Confetti’s and Amnesia, it was one of the most popular tracks of its time and marked the beginning of a long and promising career for Bruno Sanchioni. Barely two years later, he composed the original bassline for the legendary track “Age of Love,” which, thanks to the Jam & Spoon remix, would leave its mark on the electronic music scene for generations.

Based on a video clash created by the visionary Lil’Louis, the original slow tempo was enhanced by the recognizable vocal “The Story” and a simple but highly effective melody. It had already been remixed 10 years later by Viper, with a rhythmic pattern once again inspired by the Chicago pioneers.

25 years later, this track still evokes emotions and inspires numerous artists to want to reinterpret it. To celebrate the track's 35th anniversary, it was deemed appropriate to pay it a vibrant tribute by offering several remixes divided into two different vinyl projects.

With a faster, acid-influenced style, the first project includes remixes by DJHS, Manu Kenton, and Furax, iconic artists from northern France, and is completed by the excellent 1998 remix by Viper for those who haven't heard it yet. DJHS is responsible for the legendary acid track “Spokesman,” Manu Kenton is one of the emblematic artists of the Ghoststyle label, and Furax is behind “Big Orgus.”