The 1998 remix of Run–D.M.C.’s 1983 single “It’s Like That” by producer Jason Nevins serves as a pivotal case study in the convergence of golden age hip-hop and 1990s big beat/electronic house music. This paper analyzes the remix’s production techniques, its commercial revival of Run–D.M.C., and its role in bridging rap audiences with the burgeoning electronic dance music (EDM) mainstream. Contrary to the sparse, minimalist original, Nevins’ version employs loop-based construction, filtered drops, and a four-on-the-floor kick drum, transforming the track into a club anthem. The paper argues that this remix presaged the 2000s wave of dance-rap crossover hits and revitalized the legacy of a foundational hip-hop group.
Raxon’s approach, while less commercially massive, represents the enduring fascination producers have with the track’s DNA. It’s been played at festivals like , ADE , and Fusion Festival , often dropped as a secret weapon in tech-house sets. RUN DMC- Jason Nevins - It-s Like That -Raxon E...
The original "It's Like That" was released in 1983 on RUN DMC's self-titled debut album. The song's catchy hook and lyrics, which addressed the struggles of everyday life, resonated with listeners and helped establish the group as a force to be reckoned with in the hip-hop scene. The 1998 remix of Run–D
: After years of being a sought-after "ID" in DJ sets, the edit eventually saw a physical release on vinyl. SoundCloud The paper argues that this remix presaged the