I’m excited to finally share with you that my long-awaited track “Never Be Like That” with Grammy-nominated producers Klubjumpers will be released on July 29, 2025! Written by Raul d’Ablaing and remixed as a Radio Edit by Dan Mathews, this single is a milestone in my music journey.
You can stream it here when it drops: bit.ly/NBLTMJRacadio
This release has been a long time coming. I was first discovered by Klubjumpers 20 years ago on MySpace. Honestly, I thought it was a hoax—let’s be real, they’ve worked with all the major labels and global superstars. But dreams do come true. Dan Mathews and Sam Michaels helped me release my track “Burning Memory Tribal Mix” worldwide through Promo Only, alongside names like Celine Dion, Mick Jagger, Taylor Dayne, Britney Spears, and Paul Van Dyk.
TRIVIA:
Ten years ago, “The Blogger” aka Mario Racadio (Track 9: Burning Memory) appeared on Mainstream Club America – March 2008 by Promo Only, Inc., listed with Britney Spears, Celine Dion, Paul Van Dyk, and Mick Jagger of the Rolling Stones.
View the listing here
Free Stream – Burning Memory
In my BlogTalk interview with Dan and Sam, we reflected on their journey.
Dan: “We are both brothers. I started as a DJ and wanted to take my DJing career to the next level so I introduced my brother Sam Michaels to the studio. And that was the beginning of Klubjumpers.”
Their music roots go deep.
Dan: “I was so fascinated seeing my dad singing at these venues.”
Sam: “Our Dad bought me my first keyboard. I think it was a Casio. Dad showed me music theory so I became a keyboardist musician.”
Their influences include the best of the best:
Dan: “Michael Jackson, Prince, Madonna, Whitney Houston.”
Sam: “Depeche Mode, New Order, Duran Duran.”
Today, Klubjumpers have earned around 80 Billboard plaques across various charts like Top 40 Mainstream, R&B, Rhythmic, Hot AC, and HipHop.
On studio preferences, Sam explained:
“Most studios you’ll encounter will be hybrid studios. You get both worlds of digital and analog, so to your question, I say I prefer analog—it has a richer sound.”
Their dream collaborations?
Dan: “Dua Lipa, Billie Eilish, and of course Miley Cyrus.”
Sam: “Taylor Swift, The Weeknd—that’s who I would like to work with next.”
Dan also shared how they connect with fans:
“By consistently engaging with your audience, showing your followers that you care about them and their interests and thoughts and opinions—that’s how you create a strong lasting loyal fan base with them and keep them updated with new content such as new music, videos and news.”
To all the aspiring music producers out there, here’s their advice:
Sam: “Keep reaching for the stars and never give up.”
Dan: “Don’t try to be like every producer—create your own signature sound.”
And finally, Dan left this heartfelt message:
“We just want to thank all of our team that has put countless hours and has believed in Klubjumpers’ music journey over these past 30 years. All our fans from all over the world for their continued support of our music. And big thank you to our Dad for being our biggest inspiration in our music and lives we will always love.”
And let’s not forget the incredible Raul d’Ablaing, who wrote “Never Be Like That.” Raul used to be a music teacher in Chula Vista. Today, he helps businesses unlock and optimize revenue through email automation and AI-powered marketing, building systems that drive real results.
This release means everything to me—and it’s been worth the wait.
**Stream “Never Be Like That” starting July 29 and revisit “Burning Memory” **right here! Watch more episodes of BlogTalk with MJ Racadio and help share the good vibes of the Philippines and the world!
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