Last year, almost three decades after their last release, Acid Jazz pioneers Galliano returned with the critically acclaimed album Halfway Somewhere. Now, they take things even further with the release of Halfway Somewhere Expanded—a deluxe edition featuring fresh sonic explorations, including the thrilling corto.alto remix of ‘In The Breaks’ and Sam Interface’s remix of ‘Jazz’.
Featuring a fully expanded tracklist, Halfway Somewhere Expanded showcases a blend of brand-new material alongside powerful reinterpretations of Galliano’s latest works. Featuring standout tracks like ‘Circles Going Round The Sun’, ‘Jazz’, and ‘In The Breaks’, alongside remixes bringing Galliano’s sound into new dimensions:
REMIX TRACKLIST
- Circles Going Round The Sun (Laroye Remix)
- Pleasure, Joy & Happiness (musclecars remix)
- In The Breaks (corto.alto remix)
- Jazz (Sam Interface Remix)
Previously Released Remixes:
Circles Going Round The Sun (Laroye Remix)
French producer Laroye delivered an inspired house remix of ‘Circles Going Round The Sun’, drawing on the soulful techno sounds of Detroit legends like Underground Resistance and Carl Craig. His remix retains the hypnotic essence of the original while injecting it with deep, pulsing energy designed for late-night dancefloors. Premiered by Gilles Peterson at We Out Here, the remix has become a standout track for Galliano fans worldwide.
Pleasure, Joy & Happiness (musclecars Remix)
New York’s musclecars transformed ‘Pleasure, Joy & Happiness’ into a euphoric 90s NYC house anthem, complete with lush instrumentation and additional vocal runs from Rob & Val. Known for their deep-rooted connection to the underground dance scene, musclecars infused the track with warmth and groove, making it an instant classic.
Newly Released Remixes:
In The Breaks (corto.alto Remix)
Scottish multi-instrumentalist and jazz innovator corto.alto takes ‘In The Breaks’ into exhilarating new territory. Known for his fusion of jazz, broken beat, and club sounds, he injects the track with infectious rhythms and dynamic brass textures, capturing the spirit of Galliano while giving it a cutting-edge twist. A track built for both the dancefloor and deep listening, the remix embodies the evolving global jazz movement.
Jazz (Sam Interface Remix)
Producer and DJ Sam Interface, celebrated for his genre-blurring productions spanning UK bass, house, and techno, transforms ‘Jazz’ into a high-energy, groove-laden masterpiece. With rolling percussion, deep sub-bass, and expertly crafted atmospheres, Sam Interface reimagines Galliano’s ethos for the modern club sound system.
LISTEN TO THE FULL ALBUM HERE
