Music reviewers and DJs often highlight this edit for its ability to turn a niche vintage track into a dancefloor favorite. The track's strength lies in its and the polished, high-fidelity production typical of Lee’s work on his label, Z Records .
The track was originally a 1981 album track by an Ohio-based funk outfit that remained largely under the radar until Lee's discovery. That's Hot - Jesse G (Joey Negro re-edit)
Dave Lee officially dropped the Joey Negro pseudonym in 2020, moving all future and reissued releases to his real name. 🎧 Critical Reception Music reviewers and DJs often highlight this edit
Known for his crate-digging skills, Lee included this edit in his acclaimed Remixed With Love series , which focuses on "unlocking" the potential of classic soul and disco records using original multi-track reels . Dave Lee officially dropped the Joey Negro pseudonym
The Joey Negro re-edit is a quintessential example of his "sensitive re-working" style, where he takes obscure disco tracks from the original master tapes and improves them for modern dance floors without losing their soulful essence. Nu-Disco, Funk / Soul Artist (Original): Jesse G Re-Edit Producer: Joey Negro (Dave Lee)
Mid-tempo, infectious bassline, and jazzy horn sections. 🧩 Background & Context
by Jesse G is a rare disco-funk gem that gained significant recognition after being revitalized by British DJ and producer Dave Lee , better known as Joey Negro . 📀 Track Overview