January 13, 2014
Colton Ford's Latest Release is "Special"
JC Alvarez READ TIME: 3 MIN.
Continuing to assert his penetrative talents on the dance floor scene soulful dance act Colton Ford re-releases his latest album, the masterfully produced "The Way I Am" in a "Special Edition" version that is sure to rally the interest of his enduring fan base. Now available on hard disc, the new version features all 11 original tracks, plus club ready extended mixes and 2 additional brand new hits, packaged with a set of sexy visuals tailor made to only enhance Ford's heartthrob persona.
Though music fans be warned, any doubts any techno-phile has ever had about Ford's ability to deliver contemporary tunes that speak to today's electronic dance music sensibilities need only a minute to join the throngs of converts, who now worship diligently at the alter of Colton Ford: Dance Diva! The digital version which hit the market in 2013's late quarter featured some of the artist's best work.
Under the ever-present guile of executive producer and industry wizard Bill Coleman the initial track list soared on the skillful execution of not only the syrupy smooth vocal prowess provided by Ford and his guest artists including veteran dance acts Chris Willis and Ultra Nat�, but also "The Way I Am" sanctioned the collaborative talent of signature dance/remix producers like RedTop, Razor N' Guido, WAWA and more. It delivers as one of the most cohesively exciting and original dance albums of 2013.
"Special" Indeed...
With the "Special Edition" now out for mass consumption, Ford is able to deliver onto the bass and treble a set of extended remixes of favored tracks. "Get To You" now rallies up more of the 80's funk and feel that shakes with an electro-throb you can feel in your hot, muscled core...and that's before the soulful antics of Ultra Nat� leapt into action. A Director's Cut remix of the album's premiere single "Let Me Live Again" breathes new life into that hit, and finally "Look My Way" gives the listener greater reason to pause and melt into Ford's most luscious performance on the album.
The 2 additional tracks, a pairing of new singles that provocatively ensure Colton Ford's dance music sensibilities are in full sync with his audience, are among his best singles yet. "Tonight" with Chris Reece has a signature 90's house feel that is as sweetly retro as can be, but the hard CD's final track "The Story" with Mischa Daniels only leaves you begging for an encore. Ford has mentioned that an EP of all-new music is being prepared for 2014, and with that a promise and a warning to dance divas on the club set -�Colton Ford is muscling in to take over the territory, and with guns like his, you can bet he's coming in fully armed!
Colton Ford's "Special Edition" release of "The Way I Am" is a dance addict's wet dream. Snag your copy now and demand these tracks from your DJs now! Stellar stand-out tracks include "Let Me Live Again," "The Music Always Gets You Back," "Tonight" and "Get To You" (Extended Mix) featuring Ultra Nat�.
Check out the latest (and very hot) video from Colton Ford below and order the "Special Edition" of the album by visiting the PeaceBisquit Store.
Native New Yorker JC Alvarez is a pop-culture enthusiast and the nightlife chronicler of the club scene and its celebrity denizens from coast-to-coast. He is the on-air host of the nationally syndicated radio show "Out Loud & Live!" and is also on the panel of the local-access talk show "Talking About".
