: While the original was rooted in Garage House , Birdee’s version leans into Nu-Disco and Soulful House , making it a staple in playlists alongside artists like Purple Disco Machine. Significance in the Dave Lee Catalog
: Described as a "euphoric, piano-stomping, hands-in-the-air anthem," the remix maintains the soulful core of the original while adding modern production clarity.
The remix is part of a broader "2025 Re-Tweak" and "Essentials" cycle from Z Records, where Dave Lee continues to curate and update his massive discography. The enduring popularity of "Do What You Feel" across various remixes—including the —demonstrates the track's status as a "euphoric JN classic" that remains relevant to both veteran fans of 90s house and a new generation of club-goers. Summary of Key Personnel Original Producer Dave Lee (as Joey Negro/Joey Montenegro) Remixer Birdee Original Vocals Debbie French Record Label Do What You Feel (Birdee Remix) | Joey Montenegro
Italian producer (known for his affinity for Italo-disco and funk) was commissioned to rework the classic. His 2022 remix focuses on several key elements:
: It incorporates "knob-twisting" electronic textures and a driving "carbonara" disco groove, designed specifically to "zhuzh up" modern dancefloors.
The of "Do What You Feel" is a modern disco-house reimagining of a foundational 1991 house anthem originally produced by Dave Lee (formerly known by the stage name Joey Negro , and often associated with the moniker Joey Montenegro ). Released on Z Records , this remix bridges the gap between early 90s garage house and the contemporary nu-disco scene. Origins and Evolution
