CHICAGO LEGEND RON HARDYS TAPE MIXES.
June 28, 2023Article source Gridface
In the mid-1980s, Ron Hardy was one of Chicago’s most influential DJs.
When Frankie Knuckles left The Warehouse to open the Power Plant in November 1982, owner Robert Williams opened the Muzic Box at 1632 S Indiana Ave.
He poached Ron Hardy from a small bar called the Ritz. After the original Muzic Box was condemned, Williams moved the club to 326 N Michigan Ave.
Hardy’s style was imaginative, with radical tape edits, fast tempos, and heavy EQing. Importantly, he inspired local producers and played their tracks.
Most of the mixes below are from DeepHousePage.com (DHP). Tracklists were documented with help from readers, DHP forum members, and Jason at suenomartino.net. Additions and corrections are welcome using the contact form.
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