Enter , a New York-based DJ and producer known for his work in the underground club scene. In the mid-90s, Nevins was a resident at the legendary nightclub Tunnel , spinning a blend of hip-hop, breaks, and the emerging "big beat" sound (popularized by acts like The Chemical Brothers and Fatboy Slim). Nevins saw untapped potential in the acapella of "It's Like That."
Culturally, the Nevins remix reframed the song’s affect. The grim resignation of the original becomes energizing defiance on the dance floor. The words remain unchanged, but their impact shifts: chanted refrains become sing‑alongs; statements of social reality morph into rallying cries for collective release. The remix thus demonstrates how production choices alter meaning without changing text, showing the power of context and sonic framing. run dmc jason nevins its like that raxon e
has officially taken the iconic Jason Nevins remix and injected it with his signature hypnotic, deep-tech energy. Why this edit is hitting different: Modern Twist: Enter , a New York-based DJ and producer
If you are a DJ looking to mix these tracks, here is how to approach them: The grim resignation of the original becomes energizing
This version is an unreleased "edit" that gained significant traction in the underground electronic scene starting around 2023.
: The track has been a standout in sets by industry giants like Sven Väth (notably at Time Warp Germany) and Maceo Plex during B2B performances.
Run DMC vs. Jason Nevins - It's Like That (Raxon Edit) ¨[Unreleased]