Sharon Redd – Activate [Tilman’s Mixes] (CLASSICS BY KOOKOO)

Get ready to feel the energy surge because Sharon Redd’s timeless disco classic, “Activate,” is back in the spotlight with a vibrant, contemporary glow. Dropped on October 17, 2025, via CLASSICS BY KOOKOO, the new release, Activate [Tilman’s Mixes], revisits the iconic track, infusing it with fresh life courtesy of the deft hands of remixer Tilman.

Sharon Redd’s original “Activate” has always been a cornerstone of dance music, celebrated for its infectious groove, commanding vocals, and undeniable dancefloor appeal. Tilman’s new takes on this release are a masterclass in honoring the original’s spirit while skillfully expanding its sonic palette. The result is a revamped musical journey that doesn’t lose the track’s unmistakable disco essence but cleverly incorporates modern production flourishes, ensuring it resonates just as strongly with today’s listeners as it did decades ago.

Tilman approaches “Activate” with both deep reverence and exciting innovation, offering several versions that showcase his remixing finesse. You’ll find a Classic Re-Energized Mix that carefully preserves those essential, driving basslines and powerful vocal delivery, layering them with subtle contemporary synth textures. For the DJs and dedicated dancers, there’s an Extended Dancefloor Version, a longer cut specifically crafted to build gradually and keep the energy high in modern club settings. If you want to appreciate the pure architecture of the groove, the Instrumental Mix strips away the vocals, focusing entirely on the richness of the arrangement’s depth.

This exciting package comes from CLASSICS BY KOOKOO, a label that has made a name for itself by curating and reviving legendary disco and house tracks with both care and undeniable style. Activate [Tilman’s Mixes] hit digital platforms and vinyl formats on October 17, 2025, offering a high-quality artifact for collectors and selectors alike. Ultimately, these new Tilman mixes create a compelling bridge between disco’s golden era and the contemporary dance music landscape. This project powerfully reinforces Sharon Redd’s enduring influence and introduces “Activate” to a whole new generation of club crowds and playlists with renewed vigor. Fans across the spectrum—from deep disco lovers to those immersed in Nu-disco and modern house—will find something essential here.