It’s not often that I come across a Britney mix I haven’t heard, but when I do? OH! The sheer delight.

A few days ago, my friend Jonny of love:jonny sent over a remix I’d somehow never heard before: The James Holden vocal mix of the Steve Anderson-produced “Breathe On Me,” arguably my second favorite B song of all time.

The remix takes the throbbing trance perfection of the original and brings it to somewhat spookier new heights, stretching and distorting the singer’s sexy moans into lonesome cries on top of spaced-out synthesizers and bright flourishes of electronica. I’m utterly obsessed at the moment.

After a little e-snooping, the mix led to some intriguing info about the song–and yes, further confirmation that “Breathe On Me” was indeed intended to be a single off of 2003′s In The Zone.

James Holden was officially commissioned by Team Spears to mix the song back in 2004. According to a snippet he posted on his website back in July of 2004 however (just one month after Britney’s injury on the set of “Outrageous”), the single’s release was canceled:

the britney mixes i did recently.. it turns out “breathe on me” isnt going to be a single ever, so they’ll never be on vinyl. so they’re high bitrate mp3s from the original digital masters. i hope you enjoy them, it’d be a shame if noone ever got to hear them so this is the best i can do.

The article is no longer active on Holden’s website, and the site that re-blogged the information back in 2005 doesn’t have working links to the remixes. Luckily, they’re still circulating around the interwebz in glorious high quality, and I’m more than happy to share the wealth!

Along with the Vocal Mix, you’ll definitely want to nab the Dub Mix as well. Even though there’s hardly any vocals (aside from one signature Britney breath, the chorus line, and a few utterances of “baby”), it’s a slick, electro-glitchy affair that really compliments the original.

While “Breathe On Me” will never see the official single treatment it so rightfully deserved (one of the worst pop injustices of all time!), we can still cherish the memories of what might have been with these lush mixes.

I hope you love!

DL: Britney Spears – Breathe On Me (James Holden Vocal Mix)

DL: Britney Spears – Breathe On Me (James Holden Dub)

PS: Make sure to check out my interview with Mr. Anderson from earlier this summer in which he talks briefly about the experience of writing the track for B. Yay!

“Get Outta My Way” is the incredible second single off of Kylie Minogue‘s summer smash, Aphrodite. It is also one of the best singles of 2010. So what better way to celebrate this massive song than a contest?

Last week saw the release of “Get Outta My Way” in the UK in three different formats–7″ vinyl, CD single, and Enhanced CD, as well as a buttload of remixes available digitally.

Now, it’s your chance to snag a copy (if you didn’t already pre-order it like I did!)

To enter to win one of FIVE 7″ vinyl and CD single sets, send an e-mail to me with the subject line “GOMW” telling me your favorite song off of Aphrodite.

Five winners will be selected and notified on Monday, October 11.

In the meantime, do yourselves a favor and head over to iTunes (yes, available in the US as well!) and check out the three massive “Get Outta My Way” remix EPs. From Stuart Price Extended mix to Steve Anderson‘s long-awaited Pacha mix–it’s a reg’lar KYLIEPALOOZA up in this bitch.

The divine Mizz Kylie Minogue graced the airwaves of Radio 1 earlier today to partake in the time-honored tradition of performing an acoustic set for Live Lounge.

Along with singing “Get Outta My Way”, “All The Lovers”, and “Can’t Get You Out Of My Head”, the disco diva also took a stab at “Wonderful Life,” the latest single by moody pants electro-duo, Hurts.

The two acts have a nice little back-and-forth going on, first with Kylie appearing on their album track “Devotion,” and then Hurts covering Kylie’s masterpiece, “Confide In Me.” GOD, JUST SLEEP TOGETHER ALREADY.

While performance is top notch (and accompanied by a truly lush string arrangement–I see you Steve Anderson!), it’s the dreamy, samba-influenced version of “Can’t Get You Out Of My Head” that’s left me especially stunned. Heaven!

Thanks to Muuser Andre C. for the heads-up–and the photo!

Working with Kylie is like working with every artist I have ever wanted to and continues to be as exciting and fresh every time we do something new.

As promised, here comes part two of my interview with the sensational producer, remixer, songwriter and musical director (amongst other titles!), Mr. Steve Anderson.

Go ahead and read on to learn about Anderson’s unreleased electro-ballad with Britney (“Grow”) and much, much more Kylie gossip (Unreleased tracks! Scrapped setlist ideas!), as well as Anderson’s thoughts on remixing, the music industry today (including a killer list of artists to watch), and his latest project: Launching his latest chanteuse Elouise into the seemingly impenetrable territory that is North America.

Click “Read More…” to read the full second half of the interview.

Missed part one? Or just want to brush up on last week’s installment? Click here to see the first half!

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When she is in the moment, literally it’s like magic flying about all over the place and on stage. It simply doesn’t get any better.

Steve Anderson is a pop nerd’s goldmine.

Known today as a songwriter, a producer, and a musical director (amongst other job titles), Anderson’s career actually took off in the late ’80′s as a remixer, acting as one-half of the popular remix outfit, Brothers in Rhythm along with Dave Seaman.

Working out mixes for some of the most popular artists of the time including Cherrelle, Sister Sledge, and Loleatta Holloway, Steve Anderson quickly began carving himself a comfy niche in the pop industry. Yet one of the most important milestones in Anderson’s career came with eventual introduction in the early ’90′s with a certain Kylie Minogue.

Beginning with Minogue’s self-titled 1994 record and continuing all the way to Aphrodite, Steve Anderson has worked intimately co-writing and recording the internationally cherished diva for nearly twenty years. He’s been responsible for the arrangement and production of many of her hits (“Confide In Me,” “Did It Again”), as well as continuing to serve as the musical director of every tour she’s done since 1997′s Intimate and Live.

As time went on, Anderson soon began taking a hand at penning tracks for a variety of MuuMuse’s most celebrated acts: From Atomic Kitten to Holly Valance, to the legendary Miss Britney Spears.

Since then, the talented producer has only continued to busy himself with work. Anderson is currently in the midst of planning Minogue’s massive Aphrodite Tour as well as executive producing Christophe Willem‘s upcoming studio album. At the same time, he’s been eagerly involved in the launch of two up-and-coming acts: Elouise, a classic crooner who brings to mind yesterday’s greatest voices (Judy Garland, Dusty Springfield), and The Ultra Girls, a new girl group rooted in Spice Girls-esque pop for the sake of pop.

Needless to say, Steve Anderson is a busy man.

As a result, I was delighted when I found out that Mr. Anderson was willing to answer a heap of questions I’d prepared for him, along with several questions submitted by Muusers. A dream!

So without further ado, please read on to see the first part of the interview.

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