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ROCK YOUR BABY 2025

George McCrae

In Production

About The Release

OnSite Records is honored to present a groundbreaking reimagination of George McCrae's timeless classic "Rock Your Baby" for 2025. This project represents a bridge between the golden era of disco and the cutting-edge electronic music of today, crafted with the utmost respect for the original while pushing sonic boundaries into new territories.

"When OnSite Records approached me about this project, I knew immediately this was something special. They understand the soul of the original while having the vision to take it somewhere completely new."
- George McCrae

Production Process

Pre-Production

Extensive research into the original 1974 recording sessions. Analysis of Harry Wayne Casey and Richard Finch's production techniques. Consultation with George McCrae on maintaining the authentic soul of the track.

Recording

State-of-the-art recording at OnSite Studios, Aruba. Live string section recorded with the Caribbean Philharmonic. George McCrae's new vocal takes captured using vintage Neumann U47 microphone.

Electronic Production

Modern electronic elements carefully layered using analog synthesizers including Moog One and Roland Jupiter-X. Deep house basslines created on the legendary Roland TB-303.

Mixing & Mastering

Mixed in Dolby Atmos for spatial audio experience. Mastered by renowned engineer Bob Power. Multiple versions created for clubs, radio, and streaming platforms.

Production Timeline

September 2024
Project Initiation
Initial meetings with George McCrae and rights clearance
October 2024
Pre-Production
Arrangement drafts and studio session planning
November 2024
Recording Sessions
Vocal recording and live instrumentation
December 2024 - January 2025
Production & Mixing
Electronic production, mixing, and initial masters
February 2025
Release Preparation
Final mastering, artwork, and distribution setup
March 2025
Official Release
Worldwide digital release and vinyl pressing

Technical Specifications

Format Digital (24-bit/96kHz), Vinyl (180g), Streaming
Genre Electronic / House / Nu-Disco
BPM 122 (Original: 103)
Key F Minor
Duration Extended Mix: 7:32 / Radio Edit: 3:45
Producer DJ Rogger / OnSite Records Production Team
Remix Credits Additional Production by OnSite Records
Release Date March 2025

Credits

Original Artist: George McCrae

Original Writers: Harry Wayne Casey, Richard Finch

Executive Producer: Rogger Antonio Sánchez

Producer: DJ Rogger

Co-Producers: OnSite Records Team

Recording Engineer: Michael Stavrou

Mix Engineer: Tom Elmhirst

Mastering Engineer: Bob Power

String Arrangements: Miguel Atwood-Ferguson

Additional Vocals: Caribbean Gospel Choir

A&R: OnSite Records

Label: OnSite Records

Distribution: Worldwide Digital