DJ Dealer - I Know I Can Make It

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Review by Craig Rainey

Album Review: I Know I Can Make It by DJ Dealer – A 1995 House Gem That Still Slaps Alright, let’s talk about I Know I Can Make It, the 1995 house music album from DJ Dealer that feels like it was beamed straight outta a neon-lit club in '90s America. Released on Mindfood Records (a label name that makes me hungry every time I say it), this record is pure vibes. Produced and arranged by Jim Stout and DJ Dealer themselves, it’s got that raw, unfiltered energy only '90s electronic music can deliver. And trust me, it still bangs harder than your Spotify algorithm. Now, onto the tracks. There are four total—two versions of “I Know I Can Make It” and two parts of “Sugar Twist.” If you’re short on time, just hit play on the Original version of “I Know I Can Make It.” This track hits different. It opens with a bassline so smooth it could butter toast, followed by these hypnotic keyboard riffs courtesy of Jim Stout. The groove builds slowly, teasing you like someone who knows they’ve got all night to keep you hooked. By the time the beat drops fully, you’ll feel like you’ve been handed the keys to the VIP section of life itself. Honestly, it’s one of those songs where you think, "Yeah, maybe I can make it too," even if you're currently eating cereal for dinner. Then there’s “Sugar Twist (Part One).” Oh man, this one slaps in a completely different way. Imagine being at a house party where everyone suddenly starts doing awkward yet endearing dance moves because the rhythm won’t let them stand still. That’s “Sugar Twist.” Part One leans into its quirky charm without overdoing it—there’s this playful bounce to the percussion that sticks in your head long after the song ends. You might catch yourself humming it while stuck in traffic or waiting for your coffee order. Not annoyingly catchy, but more like an old friend showing up when you least expect it. The remix of “I Know I Can Make It” deserves a shoutout too—it cranks things up a notch with sharper beats and a slightly darker vibe, perfect for anyone who likes their house music with a dash of mystery. But honestly? The original steals the show here. Sometimes less really is more. So yeah, I Know I Can Make It isn’t some flashy concept album trying to reinvent the wheel—it’s just solid, soulful house music made by people who clearly loved what they were doing. Listening to it now feels like finding an old mixtape in the back of your closet and realizing how much better music used to sound before algorithms took over. Final thought: If aliens ever invade Earth and demand proof we had good taste, I’m handing them this album. Then again, given how funky it is, they might just start dancing instead of destroying us. Either way, win-win.

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Artist: DJ Dealer
Album: I Know I Can Make It
Rating: 3.9

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Download

Filename: dj-dealer-i-know-i-can-make-it.zip
  • MP3 size: 27.6 mb
  • FLAC size: 205.6 mb

Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
I Know I Can Make It (Original)
I Know I Can Make It (Remix)
Sugar Twist (Part One)
Sugar Twist (Part Two)

Video

DJ Dealer - I Know I Can Make It (Original) (1995)
DJ Dealer & The Sugar Twist Kids - Sugar Twist (Part One) (1995)

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Catalog Numbers

mf008

Labels

Mindfood Records

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Formats

  • Vinyl
  • 12"
  • 33 ⅓ RPM
  • Promo

Companies

RoleCompany
Duplicated ByNu Gruv Alliance
Published ByMindfood Songs
Distributed ByNu Gruv Alliance

Credits

RoleCredit
ProducerJim Stout
KeyboardsJim Stout
Arranged ByDJ Dealer

Notes

  • Promo release with black & white label
  • Mindfood Songs ASCAP
  • Also released as a promo with the same catalog number.

Barcodes

Barcode: 7 94447-1808-1 3

About DJ Dealer

A DJ/producer from Illinois, Dealer's skills have taken him all over the world  NYC, San Francisco, Chicago, Miami, Los Angeles, London, Rome, Melbourne, Milan, Sydney, Berlin, Johannesburg, and Manchester, to name a few. Additionally, he played alongside Frankie Knuckles, Little Louie Vega, and Steve Silk Hurley. His own production work been released via "Subliminal" and he's been responsible for successful remixes of tracks by Angie Stone, Whitney Houston, and Mary J. Blige. In addition to all of this, Dealer has established independent house label Records, which celebrated its 10th anniversary in 2007.

Real Name

    • Greg Diehl

Name Vars

  • Dealer

Aliases

  • Risqué
  • Greg Diehl

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s a cool fact: The album *I Know I Can Make It* by DJ Dealer is a hidden gem from the '90s house scene. It came out in 1995 on Mindfood Records, a U.S.-based label. What makes it special? Jim Stout, the producer and keyboardist, teamed up with DJ Dealer, who arranged the tracks. The album has two versions of the track "I Know I Can Make It," including a remix, plus two parts of another track called "Sugar Twist." It’s a snapshot of the creativity and energy of house music back in the day.

Comments

jeshivashen
jeshivashen
2025-03-05
Awesome
protectiondaniellopde
protectiondaniellopde
2025-03-05
Awesome
mylifethroughmyeyescom
mylifethroughmyeyescom
2025-03-05
Thank u. Have you remix on it??
bhavana630d8ffe42
bhavana630d8ffe42
2025-03-05
And may be you know track with sample "i know i can make it"?? Year 1996, style House. Thanx!!!