KASSO — Kasso (ben Liebrand Remixes) 12"

Kasso – KASSO (BEN LIEBRAND REMIXES) arrives on High Fashion Music as catalogue MS555, a 12-inch blue coloured vinyl that revisits the Italian disco-italo house classic through the hands of Ben Liebrand. The release reinterprets the 1981 project of composer Claudio Simonetti, extracting the original’s piano-driven motifs and refashioning them for contemporary dancefloors. Within the High Fashion Music roster, MS555 follows a string of 2026 outings that showcase the label’s affinity for remix culture. Earlier this year the imprint issued Divine’s “SHOOT YOUR SHOT (BEN LIEBRAND REWORX)” (MS545) and BB & Q Band’s “ON THE SHELF (BEN LIEBRAND REMIXES)” (MS554), both bearing the same remix-focused approach. MS555 continues that thread, positioning Kasso’s material alongside the label’s recent explorations of early-80s dance heritage. Side A opens with the “Ben Liebrand ‘Stop & Go’ Remix”. The title suggests a rhythmic push-pull that frames the track as a kinetic entry point, setting a tempo that dovetails with the record’s disco-italo house foundation. The remix respects Simonetti’s melodic signature while injecting Liebrand’s signature sequencing, creating a groove that can bridge warm-up moments and peak-time energy. On side B, the “Ben Liebrand Club Mix” expands the palette, offering a lengthier, club-ready version that builds on the A-side’s momentum. Its structure invites DJs to extend the vibe, providing a seamless transition for late-night sets. For Ben Liebrand, the MS555 release follows his own High Fashion Music outing “TOGETHER” (catalogue MS528, 2025). That earlier 12-inch demonstrated his capacity to blend classic motifs with modern dance sensibilities, a skill now applied to Simonetti’s Kasso catalog. The pairing underscores Liebrand’s ongoing dialogue with historic European dance music, positioning him as a bridge between past and present. In the broader context of Kasso’s catalogue, the new remixes mark a revival of a project that once fused disco, jazz-funk and early electronic textures. While the original tracks achieved cult status across Europe and even reached underground clubs in New York and Chicago, this vinyl re-imagining offers a fresh lens for today’s collectors and DJs, reaffirming the timelessness of Simonetti’s compositions. From a DJ’s perspective, the record supplies two distinct tools: the concise “Stop & Go” Remix for tight set inserts, and the expansive “Club Mix” for extended dancefloor journeys. Both cuts sit comfortably within the disco-italo house spectrum, making them suitable for transitions into modern nu-disco, deep house, or classic disco blocks. Collectors will appreciate the blue coloured vinyl as a visual nod to the era’s aesthetic, while the remix treatment adds a contemporary relevance that justifies the addition to any serious vinyl library. The release is pressed as a 12-inch blue coloured vinyl, aligning with the label’s recent emphasis on distinctive visual presentations. Its format supports optimal groove depth for the rhythmic nuances of both remixes, ensuring fidelity for both audiophiles and club playback. Kasso – KASSO (BEN LIEBRAND REMIXES), High Fashion Music, catalogue MS555, 12-inch vinyl, two tracks. Tracklist: A1. Kasso – Ben Liebrand 'Stop & Go' Remix B1. Kasso – Ben Liebrand Club Mix