Album Review: Havin’ A Good Time by Souvernance
Alright, let’s talk about this gem from 2001. Havin’ A Good Time is one of those albums that feels like a time capsule stuffed with vibes you didn’t know you needed. It’s an electronic rollercoaster—Tech House grooves, Speed Garage bangers, Deep House warmth—all wrapped up in a shiny package stamped with labels like Positiva and Armada Music B.V. The vibe? Oh, it’s international. UK grit meets Dutch precision, Canadian chill blended with Spanish flair. You can tell the crew behind this (shoutout to E. Hanes, K. Larkin, M. Valentine) were aiming for something big—and they nailed it.
Now, I gotta zoom in on two tracks because if I don’t, we’ll be here all day. First off, there’s “Havin’ A Good Time (Sound De-Zign’s ‘Kickin’ Ass’ Remix)”. Man, this remix slaps harder than your morning coffee after a late night. From the first kick drum, it grabs you by the collar and says, “You’re coming with me.” The bassline? Insane. Like, legit goosebump-inducing stuff. And then there’s that breakdown—it builds so perfectly, layering synths until you’re practically floating. This isn’t just music; it’s a full-body experience. If you’ve ever been at a club where everyone suddenly starts moving as one organism, yeah, this track was probably playing.
Then there’s “Havin’ A Good Time (Umek’s Earresistable Remix)”, which hits different but equally hard. Umek knows his stuff—he doesn’t mess around. This version strips things back a bit, letting the rhythm breathe while adding these sneaky little hi-hats that tickle your brain. There’s something hypnotic about how he plays with tension, pulling you deeper into the groove without you even realizing it. By the time the drop comes, you’re already lost in it, swaying like no one’s watching. Honestly, this remix could soundtrack any euphoric moment—whether you’re dancing under neon lights or just vibing alone in your room.
What makes this album stick? Maybe it’s the way it blends genres seamlessly, or maybe it’s the sheer variety of sounds crammed into its runtime. But more than anything, it’s fun. Like, proper “life’s too short, let’s enjoy this” energy. Tracks like these remind me why people fall in love with electronic music—it’s not just noise; it’s emotion bottled up and shaken loose.
Reflection time: Listening to Havin’ A Good Time feels kinda like finding an old mixtape in your junk drawer. At first glance, it’s nothing special, but once you press play, bam—it takes you somewhere else entirely. Weirdly enough, it also reminds me of toast. Hear me out: simple ingredients, done right, can make magic happen. That’s what this album is—golden slices of house heaven. So grab your headphones, crank up the volume, and get ready to have a good time. Trust me, you won’t regret it.
