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Hamilton Park - Thing Called Us (Remix)
Producer: Jermaine Dupri
Album: Hamilton Park EP
Label: Harrell/L7 Ent./Atlantic
When Hamilton Park introduced themselves to the Booth with debut single Thing Called Us, staff and readers rejoiced, hailing the Atlantic four-piece as torch-bearers for “real R&B.” “Tunefully understated,” however, isn’t gonna be enough to get pop and club-heads humming along—thus, Mr. Marcus,Anthony, Chris Voice and Royce P have hooked up with emcee/super-producer Jermaine Dupri in an attempt to cook up a remix that’ll pump up the energy without sacrificing the original‘s soul and sincerity. In addition to establishing the momentum with a driving rapped opener, J.D. gives the record a major production makeover, replacing Rondeau “Duke” Williams’ delicate ivory-tinkling with syncopated stomp-clap percussion and stuttering synths (along with plenty of the obligatory ‘ay!‘s). Despite the drastic shift in tone, the group’s vocals retain their shine, as does the record’s soulfully apologetic theme. Time to weigh in, Booth readers: have Hamilton Park successfully made Thing Called Us into a smash-hit? Debate away—and mark your calendars for the October 11 release of their self-titled EP, featuring this rendition of the record.
Listen to More: Hamilton Park Club, R&B, Pop
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DJ Booth Crew  Total Ratings: 8792 |
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Its incredible to me that JD doesn't get more respect as one of the best producers... ever. He has the ability to transform a record and make it so much more. Love what he did here compared to the original version. The clubs can and should spin this one.
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| Posted on Oct 02, 2011 |
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Resident DJ  Total Ratings: 1237 |
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JD knows how to hook up a remix, just as good as the original.
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| Posted on Oct 02, 2011 |
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| Posted on Oct 03, 2011 |
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This song is crazy JD be killing the remixes
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| Posted on Oct 05, 2011 |
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I'm diggin it, damn u Dupri....3.5
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| Posted on Oct 08, 2011 |
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Sounds boy-bandish, but overall is dope
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| Posted on Oct 09, 2011 |
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