"White Lies" | ||||
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Single by Paul van Dyk featuring Jessica Sutta | ||||
from the album In Between | ||||
Released | 2007 | |||
Format | CD single, digital download | |||
Recorded | 2007 - Onyx Soundlab Recording Studio | |||
Genre | House, techno | |||
Label | MFS, Vandit | |||
Songwriter(s) | Paul van Dyk, Jennifer Merle Karr, Alexander Perls Rousmaniere | |||
Producer(s) | Paul van Dyk | |||
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"White Lies", released in July 2007, is the first single from Paul van Dyk's album In Between. It features vocals from Jessica Sutta, former member of the Pussycat Dolls.
"I had a lot of fun working with Jessica. Her lascivious voice and sexy attitude reflects the theme of the single perfectly." said Paul van Dyk via press release.
Jessica also spoke about working with Paul Van Dyk:
The single received positive reviews. "Paul Van Dyk makes a grand return to the club scene with his new single "White Lies and Jessica Sutta also proves that Nicole Scherzinger isn't the only Pussycat Doll who can sing lead. The combination of these two results in a great song with some great remixes. While only one mix is what you'd expect from Paul Van Dyk, all of the mixes are excellent and worth checking out."
Paul Van Dyk and Alex M.O.R.P.H do the Berlin Mix - It showcases all of the elements that make up a great trance mix. Synthesizers and pumped-up drums and beats zoom around frantically with the only vocals being that of Jessica singing the title of the song. It's a perfect choice for those late night punters who don't need a lot of singing with their music.
If you want to actually hear the vocals, go directly to the L.A. Mix. This mix uses all of the vocals and is actually not as euphoric-sounding as the first mix. The beats are rougher and the trance element is essentially missing. It almost sounds like a Dave Aude remix. Perhaps his influence rubbed off on Van Dyk for this particular version. The added elements of flamenco guitar and punched up drums make this mix a stellar one. This sound is a refreshing change to what we are used to from him.
The Dave Spoon Mix continues in the same direction as the previous mix. The keyboards are the main attraction here, though during most of the mix they overpower Jessica's vocals.
Finally, the Aural Float Remix is a dreamy electronic mix, not at all good for dancing to but perfect for a chilled out evening at home. The song moves along lazily and feels very atmospheric, never attempting to do anything related to a dance floor.