Releases by Mixer / D.J.
ROBERT CLIVILLES & DAVID COLE
| Year | Release Title | Label | Mix Title | Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | Do It Properly! | Fierce | DO IT PROPERLY! | 00:09:42 |
| 1997 | Rich Bitch Megamix | House | RICH BITCH MEGAMIX Part One | 00:08:01 |
| 1997 | Rich Bitch Megamix | House | RICH BITCH MEGAMIX Part Two | 00:15:01 |
Information:
Below is a summarised biography created using Google Gemini in April 2026...
Robert Clivillés and David Cole were the masterminds behind C+C Music Factory, and their impact on the evolution of the DJ from "record spinner" to "global pop producer" cannot be overstated.
Before they were household names, Robert Clivillés and David Cole were fixtures in the 1980s New York City club scene.
Robert Clivillés: A prolific DJ who understood the "pulse" of the dancefloor.
David Cole: A classically trained keyboardist with an incredible ear for arrangement.
They first collaborated as part of The 28th Street Crew and The Brat Pack, but their breakthrough came through their work with Better Days—a legendary NYC nightclub where they honed the "New House" sound.
The "C+C" Sound: Bridging the Gap
In 1989, they formed C+C Music Factory. Their goal was to fuse House, Hip-Hop, and R&B into a commercially viable format without losing the "underground" edge of the DJ booth.
The Signature Formula: Heavy, sampled breakbeats + soaring Gospel/House vocals + David Cole’s sophisticated synth hooks.
Their debut album, Gonna Make You Sweat (1990), was a global phenomenon. The title track’s "Everybody Dance Now!" hook remains one of the most recognizable phrases in dance music history.
Impact on DJ Culture & Pop Music
Clivillés and Cole were instrumental in the Remix Revolution. They proved that a DJ's sensibility could transform a standard pop song into a club anthem. Their resume of remixes and productions for other artists is a "who's who" of 90s royalty:
Mariah Carey: They produced "Emotions" and "Make It Happen," infusing her pop stardom with authentic club energy.
Whitney Houston: They were behind the dance-pop classic "I'm Every Woman" from The Bodyguard soundtrack.
Aretha Franklin: They revitalized the Queen of Soul’s sound with "A Deeper Love."
Legacy and Tragedy
The duo's run was tragically cut short when David Cole passed away in 1995 due to complications from spinal meningitis. His death marked the end of an era for the duo, though Clivillés continued to produce and DJ.