Shining Star First Stroke Sumthin Serious: A Raw, Pulsating Ride Through Electro and House
Alright, let’s get straight to it. Get Far John Acquaviva pres Swen Weber Audio Club dropped Shining Star First Stroke Sumthin Serious back in 2007, and man, this thing is like a caffeine shot for your ears. It’s got that Euro House edge with enough electro grit to make you wanna smash the dancefloor—or at least pretend you’re cool enough to be on one. Big Star Records outta Scandinavia put this beast out, and trust me, it still bangs harder than half the stuff today.
First up, “Shining Star (Gianluca Motta Remix)”—this track slaps so hard I almost forgot my own name when I heard it. Gianluca doesn’t mess around; he takes the original vibe and cranks it into overdrive. The bassline hits like a freight train, while those synths swirl around your brain like neon smoke. You can feel the energy building until you're ready to punch a hole through the wall or just lose yourself in some sweaty club chaos. This remix sticks because it's relentless—it grabs you by the throat and doesn't let go. No chill vibes here, pal.
Then there’s “First Stroke (Scratch Massive Remix),” which flips the script entirely. Scratch Massive brings their signature weirdness to the table, turning what could’ve been another generic house banger into something darker, dirtier, and way more interesting. The chopped-up vocals? Perfectly disorienting. The beat? Like being chased down an alley but loving every second of it. It’s not as polished as other tracks on the album, but that’s exactly why it works—it feels alive, unpredictable, raw as hell. If you’re looking for background music, nah, this ain’t it. But if you want something that makes your chest rattle and your head spin, hit play.
The rest of the album keeps the momentum going, from Ian Carey’s vocal mixes on “Sumthin’ Serious” to Swen Weber’s slick twists on “First Stroke.” There’s no filler here—just track after track of high-octane electronic goodness. Even the radio edits have enough bite to keep things fresh without feeling watered down.
But honestly? What really gets me about this album is how unapologetically Scandinavian it feels. Cold, sharp, precise—but also kinda wild, like someone took all those long winter nights and turned them into pure sonic adrenaline. And yeah, sure, it came out in 2007, but guess what? It hasn’t aged a day. Maybe that’s because we live in a world where everyone’s chasing trends instead of making real music. Or maybe it’s just proof that good beats never die.
So here’s the kicker: listening to this album made me realize something kinda messed up. We don’t party like we used to. Back then, people weren’t glued to their phones—they were too busy losing themselves in tracks like these. Now? Meh. So do yourself a favor: crank this album loud, close your eyes, and remember what it feels like to truly escape. Or don’t. Either way, Shining Star First Stroke Sumthin Serious will remind you that sometimes, the best nights are the ones you barely survive.
