Having moved around like I have, and having relatively mellow tastes like I do has meant that over the years I've played more than my fair share of warm-up sets.  Though there's nothing quick as exhilirating as playing to a packed dancefloor in full form, there's also a great pleasure to be had in building things up at the beginning of the night. 

Why do I love to play early, as people are just getting to the club?  There's generally more freedom, for one.  The early slot is a perfect time to play all the records you might not normally be able to get away with, and it lends itself well to covering a wide variety of styles and genres in a short period of time--a perfect way keep it interesting and hit on the specific tastes of everyone in the room.  And, of course, when you finish the night is still young and you can relax, check out the other DJs' sets, and enjoy the full selection of beverages available at the bar. 

Recently I was in the mood for putting together just such a mix, a typical early-night set.  I was pleased with the results I decided to share them with one of Spain's finest dance music portals, Clubbingspain.  It's been getting some nice feedback so far, and I want to thank everyone who took the time to register and post a few kind words in support of the mix.

It's been some winter.  Warm up to this...

Andrew OdDio - Clubbingspain Mix (The Warm Up)

• The Salsoul Orchestra – “Ooh I love It” (Love Break Groove) – Salsoul
  
• Moodymann – “People” – Peacefrog
  
• Manzel – “Sugar Dreams” – Dopebrother
  
• Kutiman – “Music’s Ruling My World” (DJ Day Remix) – Melting Pot
  
• Manu Dibango v. Masters at Work – “New Bell” – White Label
  
• Incredible Bongo Band – “Apache” – Mr. Bongo
  
• Brownout – “African Battle” – Alternate Take
  
• Syrup – “Sweatshop” – Compost
  
• Lee McDonald – “We’ve Just Begun” (TM Juke Mix) – Favourite
  
• Gil Scott Heron – “The Bottle” (Daz-I-Kue Re-edit) – Bloodfire
  
• Street Choir – “Phone Booth” – Choir
  
• Mouzon’s Electric Band – “Everybody Get Down” – Vanguard
  
• Mach – “On & On” – Remix Records
  
• Pound Boys – “T’s Theme” (Dub) – Bumpin’ City
  
• Peven Everett – “Stuck” (Groove Assassain Pow-er Re-rub) – Soul Heaven
  
• ??? – ??? – White Label
  
• Blood – “Peace in the Nation” – Ibadan
  
• Roy Davis Jr. – “Gabrielel” (Live Garage) - Large

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