While most euro clubbers are fans of Oakenfold, Tiesto and Erik Morillo (the other mega DJs) — Louie DeVito has become a superstar among an entirely different audiences around the globe.
His N.Y.C. Underground Party, released on his own independent Elastik label, sold 450,000 copies. That may pale in comparison to CD sales of pop stars like Kelly Clarkson who sell in the millions, but it was enough to land Louie DeVito in the Guinness record books for all-time best-selling DJ mix compilation. Paul Oakenfold (listed in Guinness as the most successful DJ of all time) sold a mere 222,000 copies of his best-selling album to date, Tranceport (Kinetic).
“I called it 'New York City Underground Party,'" explains DeVito, "but I’m the first to admit that for the hard clubber, there's nothing underground about it. You have to define who you're asking. For your average mainstream dance fan, it’s very underground."
In spite of all the success, or perhaps because of it, there is one thing DeVito claims has eluded him in his music career – respect. He’s aware that many of his DJ peers consider him a sell out. DeVito inverted the hallowed DJ success paradigm, the one that clearly states that a DJ shall only release a CD (and then to generally modest success) after years of begging gigs at tiny clubs and working to headline at larger ones. DeVito was a Billboard success story before the club cognoscenti knew who he was.
DeVito, however, is unapologetic. "A lot of DJs in the club industry think that to be legit, you have to play hard, dark trance beats. I don’t subscribe to those edicts. As a DJ, I’m not playing for myself. I play what my crowd wants to hear.”
The music his crowd craves is an indulgent blend of radio-friendly club smashes, the sort of aerobicizing tracks where vocals are a prerequisite and the synth riffs are bigger than Yankee stadium. And though harder DJs may label his music ‘commercial’, it’s DeVito who is taking over the nation’s most prestigious booths. In addition to monstrous record sales, and because of them, he is being aggressively courted by the same clubs the trance DJs once believed was exclusive to them.
Case in point, DeVito released the much-anticipated Pacha CD (Pacha, for those outside of the club realm, is the crème de la crème of nightclub chains). There are Pachas in every major world city including New York, Rio De Janeiro, Madrid, and the party capital of the planet, Ibiza.
Landing the Pacha gig was a major coup for DeVito. It sent shock waves through a club community who despite his record sales, had misjudged DeVito’s viability in the scene. Now, no matter how they felt about his legitimacy, they could no longer deny Louie DeVito’s prominent position in the DJ hierarchy.
In support of the Pacha album, Louie DeVito will embark on an international Pacha tour. He will play every Pacha nightclub in the world, and spin the harder beats than what his American fans might be used to.
Due to the success of DeVito’s first Pacha CD including a June 07 and encore appearance at Pacha Ibiza, the fate of Louie’s craft has been embraced. A respectful second”Pacha NY“ double CD has been released on Ultra Records throughout the US and a remixed UK import on Pacha Recordings.
Today Louie continues to take his craft and skills to the next level with more focus on producing his own original material for future CD projects.
“I’ve built my career on what peers consider ‘mainstream driven’ music,” he says. “I don’t really care what DJs may say about me. I’m not playing for them. My only concern is giving a kick ass party. That’s what I’m about.”
Take Your Time
Louie DeVito Lyrics
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Don't wait can't turn back again
Sometimes you get the wrong idea
Hold on baby, and take your time
Take your time
The choice will be right
And take your time
Don't let your love disappear
And try to leave all your fears
Searching for the right way
Isn't wrong baby, but take your time
Take your time
The choice will be right
But take your time
Looking for a good love
You know is very hard to find
Baby take your time
The lyrics of Louie DeVito's song "Take Your Time" offer advice for those who are looking for love or are unsure about their current love situation. The artist urges listeners not to rush into finding another love or turning back to a previous relationship. Instead, he suggests holding on and taking their time, as sometimes people can get the wrong idea when it comes to matters of the heart.
The lyrics advise against letting love disappear and leaving behind the fear that inevitably comes with searching for the right way. The artist acknowledges that finding good love can be very difficult and that people should take their time going through the process. By slowing down and taking the time to make the right choice, one can avoid making hasty decisions and ultimately find a satisfying and lasting relationship.
The song's message is both timeless and relevant to individuals of any age navigating love and relationships. It echoes the sentiment that love takes patience and understanding and that people should be careful not to make decisions in haste. Overall, Louie DeVito's lyrics are a reminder that finding love is a journey that requires time and effort, and that it's important to trust oneself and take things at a pace that works best.
Line by Line Meaning
Don't care to find another love
I'm not interested in finding another love
Don't wait can't turn back again
You shouldn't wait because there is no turning back after making a decision
Sometimes you get the wrong idea
Sometimes you might misunderstand things
Hold on baby, and take your time
Stay patient and take as much time as you need
Take your time
Take things slow
The choice will be right
You will make the right decision eventually
And take your time
And don't rush into anything
Don't let your love disappear
Don't let your love fade away
And try to leave all your fears
Try not to be afraid
Searching for the right way
Trying to find the best path
Isn't wrong baby, but take your time
It's not wrong to take your time
Looking for a good love
Searching for a true and genuine love
You know is very hard to find
Because it is rare and difficult to find
Baby take your time
So please take your time
Lyrics © Ultra Tunes, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: DANIELE TIGNINO, EMILIANO PATRIK LEGATO
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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2. Spente Le Stelle - Emma Shappelin 5:21
3. Final Chapter - Mike Macaluso 11:50
4. Kernkraft 400 - Zombie Nation 18:33
5. Kiss - Bad Boy Joe & DJ Sugar Kid 22:13
6. Someone - Accession 27:29
7. Castles In The Sky - Ian Van Dahl 31:56
8. Plan B - Blue Harvest 36:20
9. Pitchin - Hi Gate 39:09
10. Outa Space - Mellow Trax 42:10
11. Sandstorm - Darude 44:59
12. Dive In The Pool - Barry Harris 49:32
13. Blackout - Mada & Moody 53:40
14. Don’t Want Another Man - Dynamix ft. Tina Ann 56:37
15. You See The Trouble With Me - Black Legend 1:01:23
16. Take Your Time - The Love Bite 1:05:05
17. NYC Underground Party Vol. 3 Medley - Bad Boy Joe 1:09:20
@Ladyindead
I don't care what my kids say lol this playlist is one of my go to's whenever I gotta clean the house, do dishes etc.....and then it slowly turns into a one mommy crazy pants party.
@alexandermelendez1564
same boat, i bought the CD in 2000 still rock LOUIE!!
@marearose2238
Same! Dancing and doing my laundry atm! Lolol!
@williamshepherd3543
Dad dancing pants over here 👈
@nikihildreth8755
Omg bringse back about 25 or so years to my rave and techno days of my 20s
@MP-kv3fo
@@nikihildreth8755 yessss I was about 26. Love this
@jason3065
The amount of nostalgia that flows through my body when I listen to this is better than any antidepressant on the market. Special times with special people. Long live house music!!
@secretb77s2
Exactly 💯
@user-hz3rw3gu4t
For real
@Tone2K
Quintessential NY music at its peak. 90-early 2000. Twilo/Tunnel/Exit/SF. Great times.