044 — Going Back to My Roots / ∞ 8 Year Anniversary Show
I spent the majority of last year in transit or enduring change and loss. The world seemed dismally shrouded and felt my head barely above water at times, but now there's a sense of new energy and strength.
For the 8th (∞) anniversary of the show, I compiled a 2-hour mix inspired by the nuances of the past 12 months. These songs were my companions through the thick of it — some tracks uplifted me, others I cried to; several I DJ'd or my friends DJ'd at gigs; and a few are from my childhood that I came back to.
As overwhelming as 2017 might've felt, there were moments that out-shined the heaviness, and reminded me of some important things...Sometimes situations have to be difficult or seemingly 'bad' in order to appreciate the good again, so I take solace in that.
Best of 2017:
1.) Dancing at The Loft in NYC, being completely turned inside out and connecting to the heartbeat of the universe. Thank you Jack, Jackson, and friends. LOVE SAVES THE DAY.
2.) Incidents that shook, broke, and humbled me, but more importantly, prompted dialogue with communities near and far.
3.) Each-and-every-one of the events we are fortunate enough to facilitate at Las Cruxes and collaborating with my team, friends and fellow businesses.
Notably: Melvin (Traxx) flying to Texas and playing with Bill, Sam, Joshua and I at the first gathering at our new location takes the cake for most insane show for me in 2017. It was an exorcism and a cosmic journey on many levels.
4.) Being given the opportunity to start my Interior Design career. Thank you Graeme for being generous and putting trust in me. Detroit feels like a second home to me.
5.) My spirit was eaten and spit back out many times in 2017, but I can clearly see the lessons. I've begun to fully understand compassion, patience, my boundaries, and letting go of things not meant for me. I have my health and my family, and each day is an opportunity for a new beginning.
Thankful to my relationships, experiences , and challenges in 2017 for cracking me wide open....
I appreciate those who've taken time to listen to the show, and those who've contributed and been part of it over the years.
Warmly,
Veronica
Tracklist:
1. Ozo - Anambra (12" Extended Mix) ………………. (Anambra, Isle of Jura, 2017)
2. Tolouse Low Trax - Rushing Into Water ………………. (Rushing Into Water 12", Themes For Great Cities, 2016)
3. Emmanuel Jal - Kuar (Henrik Schwarz Remix) ………………. (Kuar EP, Innervisions, 2010)
4. The Luna Project - I Wanna Be Free (The Higher Mix) ………………. (12", Black Label, 1993)
5. Dinosaur L. - Go Bang! #5 (Francois Kevorkian Mix) ………………. (12", Sleeping Bag Records, 1982)
6. Frankie Knuckles w/Jamie Principle - Your Love ………………. (12", Trax, 1987)
7. Nitzer Ebb - Fun To Be Had (George Clinton Remix) ………………. (Fun To Be Had / Getting Closer Mixes 12", Mute, 1990)
8. Grace Jones - Warm Leatherette ………………. (Warm Leatherette LP, Island, 1980)
9. Black Rascals Feat. Roger Harris - Keeping My Mind ………………. (Keeping My Mind 12", Sumo, 1993)
10. Cybotron - Clear ………………. (12", Fantasy, 1983)
11. Zapp - Computer Love ………………. (The New Zapp IV U, Warner Bros., 1985)
12. The Gap Band - Outstanding ………………. (12", Total Experience, 1982)
13. Lamont Dozier - Going Back to My Roots ………………. (Going Back To My Roots 12", Warner Bros, 1977)
14. Celestial Choir - Stand On The Word (Larry Levan Mix) ………………. (The Choirs Of First Baptist Church Of Crown Heights Inc – Somebody Prayed For This, Not On Label, 1982)
15. Eddy Grant - Time Warp ………………. (Electric Avenue / Time Warp 12", Portrait, 1982)
16. Martin Circus - Disco Circus ………………. (Disco Circus, 1984)
17. Babatunde Olatunji - Odun De! Odun De! (Happy New Year) ………………. (Drums of Passion LP, Columbia, 1959)
18. Pastor T.L. Barrett & the Youth For Christ Choir - Nobody Knows ………………. (Like A Ship... (Without A Sail) LP, Mt. Zion, 1971)
19. Frankie Knuckles - The Whistle Song (EK 12" Mix) ………………. (Whistle Song 12", Virgin, 1991)
20. Vasilisk - Whirling Dervishes {excerpt} ………………. (Whirling Dervishes 12", Eskimo, 1987)
