Various - Italo Disco Volume 1

Review by Robert Scoble

Italo Disco Volume 1: The Retro Dance Party You Didn’t Know You Needed If you’ve ever wondered what happens when Europe’s disco gods decide to throw a continent-wide dance-off, Italo Disco Volume 1 is your answer. Released in 2001 (yes, way after the golden era of Italo-Disco), this compilation feels like a time capsule stuffed with neon leg warmers, glittery jumpsuits, and enough synth beats to power a small city. With genres ranging from Synth-pop to Eurodance and styles that scream “roller rink chic,” this album is basically an all-you-can-dance buffet. Now, let’s get one thing straight—this isn’t just another random mixtape tossed together by DJ Osso (props for the name, though). This is a carefully curated collection of tracks spanning decades, countries, and vibes. And while it might feel overwhelming at first glance—with labels like Hardbeats Records, ZYX Music, Panic Records, and more piling on—the end result? Pure magic. Or should I say… Magic Love? Speaking of which, let me zoom in on two standout tracks that’ll have you reaching for your leg warmers faster than you can say "Bohemian Rhapsody." Track Highlight 1: “Red Latern” First up, we’ve got Red Latern, because who doesn’t love a track named after something that keeps ships from crashing into rocks? From the moment those opening chords hit, it’s clear this song was made for spinning around under disco balls or maybe even attempting some questionable moonwalks. The beat builds slowly but surely, teasing you until BAM—you’re hooked. By the time the extended mix kicks in, you’re not just dancing; you’re LIVING. Like, seriously, if this track were a person, it’d be the life of every party—charming, unpredictable, and impossible to ignore. What makes Red Latern unforgettable is how effortlessly it blends nostalgia with pure energy. It’s the kind of tune that reminds you why people fell in love with Italo-Disco in the first place: it’s fun, unapologetically cheesy, and somehow still cool as hell. Plus, try listening to it without picturing yourself cruising down a sun-soaked Italian coastline in a convertible. Go ahead—I dare ya. --- Track Highlight 2: “How Old Are You?” Next, let’s talk about How Old Are You?. No, really—how old ARE you? Because this track sounds like it came straight outta the ‘80s, complete with vocoder vocals and a bassline so smooth it could charm its way into any VIP section. This remix version strips away the fluff and leaves behind a pulsating anthem perfect for late-night drives or awkward karaoke sessions where everyone suddenly becomes a backup singer. There’s something oddly hypnotic about the lyrics too—"How old are you?"—which repeat like a question you never knew you needed answered. Is it existential? Is it shallow? Who cares?! All I know is that once this track gets stuck in your head, there’s no escape. But honestly? You won’t want one. --- Final Thoughts So, here’s the deal: Italo Disco Volume 1 isn’t just an album—it’s a vibe. A chaotic, euphoric, slightly messy vibe that somehow works perfectly. Sure, it’s packed with over 100 tracks (seriously, who has time for all that?), but hidden gems like Red Latern and How Old Are You? make it worth sifting through the chaos. And hey, maybe that’s the beauty of it. In a world obsessed with playlists tailored to our moods, this album throws caution to the wind and says, “Here’s EVERYTHING. Deal with it.” Spoiler alert: You will. And you’ll enjoy it. Oh, and before I forget—if anyone asks why you spent three hours researching obscure European disco hits instead of doing actual work, just blame it on DJ Osso. He started it.

Artist: Various
Album: Italo Disco Volume 1

1999

Rating: 4.47

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Tracks

Track	Duration	Preview
The Dark of Light (Club Mix)	6:10
Don't Cry Tonight
Harem	5:40
Red Lantern	3:55
Hoky Toky
Mi Amor	3:44
Nineteen Ninety Three	4:57
How Old Are You	3:58
Pretty Face (OLE 5001)	6:05
Hippy Ah Oh
Another Life
Touch The Night	3:50
Il bar	4:47
The Heart Of The City	3:43
Profondo Rosso	4:22
Dont Stop Loving Me	5:31
Give Me Love (OUT 3091)	5:43
Take A Chance (Original Mix)
Rich And Famous (MIX 323)	8:10
Do It Again/Billie Jean
In America (Go Head Go High)
How Old Are You? (Original Edit Mix)
Let's All Dance (English Version)
Rainy Day	4:01
Stay	3:53
Visitors (Version Maxi)	6:16
Sun Days	5:14
I Need Love	4:01
Disco Night (Extended Mix)	6:38
Fool For Love	6:22
Hypronic Tango
Colder Than Ice	3:53
Higher
I.C. Love Affair
Two Heads Are Better Than One
Touch In The Night	3:47
Lover To Lover	4:17
Looking For Love	4:12
Tarzan Boy	3:46
Bad Boy	4:08
Runaway
Naughty Boy	5:33
Humanoid Invasion	3:30
Pretty face
Shine Shine Shine	5:52
Girls Wanna Have Fun	4:24
Ten Picks	4:25
Bohemian Rhapsody	3:53
Red Latern (Extended Mix)	6:51
Wind Of Change	4:09
Bello E Impossibile	4:40
Words	3:22
Around My Dream	4:30
Prince Of The Moment
Robin Hood (MDN 1002)	6:56
Mama Leone	3:57
Aliens (MIX 300)	5:52
Sing With Me Tonight	3:54
Dancing Shoes (Club Mix)	6:51
Under The Ice (Version Maxi)	7:07
Sereno E	3:59
Hey Hey Guy (Version Maxi)	7:39
The Night (Version Maxi)	3:52
You're My Love (My Life)	4:25
Boys	3:52
Tokyo	4:24
Mmmmusica!	4:37
Void Vision (MEMIX 028)	7:07
Atomic Energy
Cinderella	3:57
Buena Sera (I Take My Chance Tonight)	3:35
How Old Are You?	4:14
Breakdown
Chance To Desire	3:49
Come On	3:57
Disco Band	4:00
Jungleman	3:34
Ma che storia	4:50
Dolce Vita	3:53
Hypnotic Tango	3:48
Happy Birthday
The World Is You	4:11
New World (MEMIX 064)	5:51
Dancing In The Night	3:42
La Colegiala
Sandokan	2:59
Ama la vita	4:52
For You
Happy Station	3:14
Red Lantern (Extended Mix)	6:51
Delirio Mind	5:10
Donna Rouge
Mirage
Disco Blu	3:28
Stpo The Funky
Evita (Avoid) [Mix Version]	6:45
The Night	3:51
Live Is Life	3:10
L'Italiano	3:55
Mama Maria	2:55
Happy Song	3:22
Love Is Like A Game
Touch Me Baby (Extended Mix)	5:25
Disco Future	3:44
Happy Children	3:01
Senza Una Donna	4:28
Every Woman	4:47
Lady Fantasy	3:48
Talking To The Night	4:21
Mystic Night	4:1
Tonight	3:55
Jabda	3:36
Vamos A La Playa	3:38
Jabdah	3:36
I Feel Fine
Easy Lady	4:10
Magic carillon
Happy children
Music Colours	6:48
Love In Your Eyes	3:31
Touch Me Baby	3:28
You're The One	6:02
All So Nice	3:42
Queen Of Witches	3:59
Take Me To The Top	4:51
Take It As A Game (New Super Remix)
Get Closer	6:01
Heat the Beat	7:54
Mary Ann
Do You Really Need Me	4:08
In The World	4:45
Hey hey guy
Killer
I Find The Way	4:06
Perfect Lady	3:23
Don't cry Tonight
Orient Express	3:37
Spaceman	6:31
Talk About
True Faith	6:13
Hey Hey Guy	3:21
Sky High	7:2
Do It	4:36
I Love My Radio
Our Revolution
Doo Dup	3:36
People From Ibiza (Ibiza Remix)
Living In The Shuttle
Disco Night	3:38
Welcome To Rimini (Alternative TV Version)	5:28
Pretty Face	3:20
Japanese War Game
Take Your Time	3:54
Change To Desire
Executive Dance	5:45
Good Times
Do It Right	5:47
Don't Stop Loving Me (Extended Dance Version)	5:31
I like Chopin
Reflexx	3:40
Dolce Vita (Version Maxi)	7:32
Forever Lovers
Magic Carillon
Challenger	3:38
Aliens	4:21
Made In Italy	3:19
I Want Someone To Love	5:33
Under The Ice
Johnny (ACD 8514)	4:58
Back for Good	03:10
Halloween	6:20
Around my dream
Call Me	4:03
For Your Love	3:55
To Meet Me	3:50
Dream	4:03
Back For Good	3:12
Let's Dance Tonight	4:41
Dolce vita
Comanchero
Movin' on
Get Down	5:46
Valentino Mon Amour	4:15
Visitors (MEMIX 030)	6:22
Magic Love	9:25
Somebody Dance With Me	4:21
Everybody
Shanghai	4:22
Uh-Uh	4:26
[Untitled Track]	04:50
Valention Nom Amour (MEMIX 02)	5:44
Fall In Love	3:25
We Just (Revolution)	3:28
You're My First, You're My Last	3:35
The MBO Theme (Dirty Talk)
Love Theme From Flexxy Ball (You'll Never Change No More)
When I Let You Down
Ironic	4:20
Voices In The Dark
Struggle	03:10
Maybe One Day
One For You, One For Me	3:30
I'd Like To Know	5:45
Acapulco Nights	3:59
Carillon	7:30
Red Latern	3:55
Lost In Your Ocean	4:43
Struggle & Lies	4:1
You Can Tell Me
Do You
Stop the World	6:20

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Labels

Magic Records
ZYX Music
Panic Records
Hardbeats Records
TIME
Fresh Music
HardBeat Records
Union
Universal Music s.r.o.
Not On Label
DIVUCSA, Bit Music

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Formats

CD
Compilation
Remastered
Cassette
2 × CD
Mixed
Vinyl
Unofficial Release
CDr
Master Disc

Companies

Role	Company
Licensed From	ZYX Music
Phonographic Copyright (p)	ZYX Music
Copyright (c)	Magic Records Sp. z o.o.
Distributed By	PolyGram Polska
Pressed By	TAKT
Glass Mastered At	ZYX Mastering
Record Company	Divucsa Music, S.A.
Designed At	Studio Kurczak

Credits

Role	Credit
Design	Junhkar
DJ Mix	DJ Osso
Design Concept	Jarek Szlagowski

Notes

16 versions originales remasterisées.
(16 remastered original versions)
Different press to Various - Italo Disco.
Made In Germany
Masters copies from first basic realeses mixes unmastered.

Barcodes

Barcode: 7 314547 337240
Matrix / Runout: TAKT 029 269 PolyGram Polska
Mastering SID Code: IFPI L357
Mould SID Code: IFPI 9R20
Barcode: 0 90204 94817 8
Label Code: LC 06350
Rights Society: BIEM/GEMA
Matrix / Runout: 51338972/ZYX-MUSIC MIX 0002-2 21
Barcode: 6 02498 08997 2
Label Code: LC 07340
Rights Society: SACEM / SDRM / SACD / SCAM
Barcode: 8019991790243
Matrix / Runout: MIX 0002-2 ZYX Mastering
Barcode: 7 619959 020101
Barcode: 7 31458 50822 9
Rights Society: BIEM/OSA
Mould SID Code: IFPI 9R21

Interesting fact about Album

Did you know that the *Italo Disco Volume 1* album is like a time capsule of European dance music? Released in 2001, it’s packed with tracks from all over—Germany, Italy, France, Spain, and more. The album blends so many styles, from Euro-Disco to Italo-Disco and Synth-pop, it feels like a road trip through the '80s and '90s club scene. One fun detail: DJ Osso mixed this whole journey, tying together iconic songs like "L'Italiano" and "Vamos A La Playa." And with labels like ZYX Music and Hardbeats Records behind it, this compilation became a go-to for fans of retro beats. Even the design by Junhkar adds that throwback vibe. It’s not just an album—it’s a vibe.