WOZ — Vol. 1

Woz – Vol. 1 opens the new remix series from veteran New York City producer / DJ / keyboardist Scott Wozniak on the WOZ imprint, catalogued as WOZ001. Issued as a 12-inch vinyl, the EP brings a disco-inflected house perspective to two well-known tracks, channeling the glossy, dance-floor energy of early-2000s DFA-style remixes. The release arrives amid a sparse WOZ catalogue, positioning the record as a fresh entry that taps into the label’s focus on edited disco and house hybrids. While no other WOZ releases are listed, the EP’s concept aligns with the label’s apparent interest in re-imagining classic material for contemporary clubs. Side A opens with “1999 (Woz Remix)”, a reinterpretation that leans into a house groove while preserving the original’s anthemic feel. The remix frames the track with a rhythmic pulse suited for peak-time sets, echoing the polished sheen of DFA productions that dominated the early 2000s. Its arrangement builds tension before releasing it on the downbeat, offering DJs a versatile tool for both warm-up and main-room moments. Flipping to side B, “Wish I Didn’t Miss You (Woz Remix)” continues the house-centric approach, delivering a sleek, dance-floor ready cut. The remix maintains the emotive core of the source material but wraps it in a crisp, club-oriented framework that encourages seamless mixing. Its placement after the A-side track provides a balanced listening arc, moving from a more anthemic vibe to a smoother, groove-focused finish. Within Woz’s limited output, this EP showcases the producer’s knack for bridging nostalgic disco aesthetics with modern house sensibilities. By reworking recognizable songs through a DFA-inspired lens, the record contributes to the ongoing dialogue between past and present in underground dance music. For DJs, the two remixes serve distinct functions: the A-side delivers a high-energy, floor-filling moment, while the B-side offers a subtler, mood-setting option that can be layered into deeper set sections. Collectors will appreciate the concise format and the focus on quality over quantity, as each cut is crafted to stand out in both club and home-listening contexts. The record is pressed on 12-inch vinyl, matching the format expectations of disco-and-house enthusiasts who favour analog warmth and tactile control. Its straightforward packaging emphasizes the music itself, aligning with the label’s emphasis on edited, dance-floor ready productions. Woz – Vol. 1, WOZ, WOZ001, 12-inch vinyl, two tracks, disco/edits, released 25 September 2026. Tracklist: A1. Woz – 1999 (Woz Remix) B1. Woz – Wish I Didn’t Miss You (Woz Remix)