Calabria (song)
2003 song by Rune RK
"Calabria" is a song by Danish DJ/producer Rune Reilly Kölsch. It was originally released in 2003 by Credence, a sublabel of Parlophone Records.
The song has been remixed or released in numerous other versions by different artists, the most successful being "Calabria 2007" by Enur with vocals by Natasja Saad. Others include records by Drunkenmunky, Dirty Laundry and Kaner in 2004, by Alex Gaudino featuring vocals from Crystal Waters on "Destination Calabria" in 2006, by Criminal Vibes in 2013 and by Firebeatz and Jaques Le Noir in 2014. In 2007, Pitbull and Lil Jon sampled "Calabria 2007" in "The Anthem".
In 2014, British musician Guppy Slim played a set dedicated to "Calabria" at Casa Del Vibe in Bristol. It was recorded and played on BBC Radio 6 Music at various times following its performance.
Background
The song was originally produced in 2001. Rune's intention was to create "a balearic version of Jeff Mills' The Bells" -
I was trying to make something that would endure the loop that you wouldn't get tired to listen to - which The Bells is a perfect example of
Initial response from Rune's manager company was not positive - this is absolute trash, it's never gonna be anything, it's just annoying to listen to - and the song was not picked up by any label until two years later although the public was really into it
Track listing
2003 12" vinyl
"Calabria" (Original Mix) – 7:45
"Calabria" (Artificial Funk Remix) – 9:14
"Calabria" (DJ Tool) – 2:05
Charts
Drunkenmunky version
Dutch group Drunkenmunky produced and released their version of "Calabria" in 2004. A remix in 2007 titled "Calabria (2007 Jump Mix)" was released which also charted.
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