Eric Prydz - Call on me Alex Gaudino - Destination Calabria Guru Josh Project - Infinity 2008 Yves Larock - Rise Up Tom Novy - Your Body Armand Van Helden - My My My
I can’t listen this and not cry. This was my coming out anthem, a gift that my boyfriend(a legit club kid) gave me. Introducing me to a new world of life and happiness.
She's absolutely radiant ! 😍 She's also an outstanding DJ. Her DJ sound is very much in the deep house vein of the Basement Boys, and she played one of the sexiest, sweatiest sets I've ever heard. As a DJ, I prefer Ultra over Louie Vega, and I love Louie Vega. She's that good!
Ultra Nate's a legend. Free was/is awesome and the Basement Boys collabs were fab too. Mood II Swing were also incredible back in the day. I can't believe she's 55. She's 12 years older than me and looks 12 years younger. 😆
Thanks DJ Mag for the in depth Ultra Naté interview and providing fans with a bit more insight into the making of our classic, "Free" and Ultra's three decade plus legacy making dance music. The '90's house music scene was a fertile and exciting time - especially here in NYC. We're honored to have followed our respective muses, went against the grain and honed our collective creative energy and talents to produce a classic that still resonates to this day.
This song, Todd Terry's remix to Everything but the Girl's Missing, DNA's remix to Suzanne vega's Tom Diner, Big Fun by Inner City and Tom's Diner are some of the songs that got me into Electronic/House/Dance/Techno. Thank you!
I’m really loving these house music documentaries you guys are doing! Please keep them coming! Would love a video on “EBTG - Missing (Todd Terry Remix)”
i love hearing stories like hers, a story of defiance and never giving up against all odds and trusting risks. this song is sooo powerful ! who knows how many people would've given up their own struggles if she had never made this song ! freedom for all !
10:31 … I’ve always loved this song! But now have so much more appreciation after seeing this video and the wonderful artist(s) behind it. Much love and respect for this lovely, talented lady.
I've loved this song since it came out. It's so delightful to hear Ultra Naté talk about the history and impact of the song. She is so articulate and intelligent and positive, a real inspiration!
What a beautiful energy and spirit. Plus she looks 😍 for 55 don’t look day over 30. I remember this song it reminds me of when I finished school in 97 and I was working at my dad’s company and all day on kiss 100 London etc would hear this amazing song.
These are absolutely fantastic. It's great to see these artists who managed to bring so much happiness to everyone reflecting on 'that' time. Thanks, and keep these coming!
I clearly remember just landing in London (from Sydney) in '97 and this track was on the airwaves. My inspirational song. Thank you for making this 🙏🙏.
I love this back story!! Actually, I could listen to Ultra speak and sing all day...lol. She has always been a class act, and I am so appreciative of her vision and artistry because she has remained true to her original identity while breaking the mold into other genres of music. May Ultra Nate' continue to experience abundant success because she truly deserves it! Thanks for sharing!
Her recognition of the LGBTQ+ community and its connection to this and many dance tracks was heartwarming to hear. And yea. We love our big black female vocalists. ❤️❤️
I first heard her, 'It's Over Now" when I was 15yrs old.' Free', my best friend and I played the crap out of that track over the years. Thank you Ultra Nate.
I knew this amazing Queen when she was just the sweetest Princess you could ever know. Ultra, I am so proud to see how you have given so much hope to many through your music and that you are happy, healthy, and being recognized for your contributions.
Free is my FAVORITE SONG EVER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I missed her performing at Pride in miami due to a kidney stone, 2024. Have seen her perform several times live (Amnesia)!!! Amazing soul!!!!
When this came out, my cousin played it around me relentlessly until I began to love the song and appreciate it more. Good memories of road trips bumping this song on the stereo and hearing it in the clubs. I will always love this song.
One of my favorite house songs... Remember hearing it for the first time some time in 1997 on the Los Angeles radio station Groove 103.1... I was 14. Best time in my life.
I lived in France and went to the uk for a quick visit when this first came it out, so I bought two copies on vinyl one for me and the other I took back to Paris for a friend who DJd in a club there and it went down a storm
I love this song with all my forces since the first moment I heard it in 1997 on a radio program here in Brazil called Ritmo da Noite (Rhythm of the Night). It was an absolute success, every Friday I looked forward to hearing the DJs play, I must have recorded it on cassette. And during the pandemic it became a kind of amulet and a private anthem so that I could bear all that stress artificially caused against humanity. Anyway, Ultra Naté is wonderful, she has an incredible voice, she's very hot, she made all the difference with Mood II Swing's preexisting talent. I'm grateful to have been able to experience all that in the 90s. Thank you DJ Mag.
Iconic. Last heard it at Defected Croatia a few weeks ago, Natasha Diggs dropped it at a boat party and it went OFF. Everyone (me included) screamed it at the top of their lungs and it was such a special moment! It was incredible seeing her re-live the whole story, you can tell she's really proud of it. Amazing series, keep it up!!!
I still remember the impact of hearing the first strings on club. Everybody mesmerized by the beauty of the mix. That’s a magical tune, it will never get old. Later them I had to manage to get the single lol
I was a GREAT song and still is. And she's right our LGBTQ+ community has always stood by black divas. Their voices, lyrics, and songs just resonate with us. Whether it be Donna Summer, Gloria Gaynor, Martha Wash, or Ultra Nate. The music of each of these women has a message that resonates. So as a singer myself THANK YOU to all of them so not with us anymore for giving us such uplifting music.
I love to listen to this song during my plane take off and plan when the beat drops when it actually lifts!! Always sets me in a good mood for my holiday! You’re free to do what you want to do you’ve got to live your life ❤❤❤
An iconic track! What other classics do you want to see in our series? 👇
Dr. Alban It's My Life
Eric Prydz - Call on me
Alex Gaudino - Destination Calabria
Guru Josh Project - Infinity 2008
Yves Larock - Rise Up
Tom Novy - Your Body
Armand Van Helden - My My My
Kungs/Cookin' On 3 Burners - This Girl
Darude - Sandstorm/Feel The Beat
Route 94 - My Love
Duke Dumont - Need U 100
Daft Punk - One More Time
Celeda Music is the Answer
Rui Da Silva - Touch Me
"Its also art and art feeds people, art is important, it shapes culture". What a queen.
Had never seen an interview with Ultra Nate’. So smart. So talented. So beautiful. Respect!
I can’t listen this and not cry. This was my coming out anthem, a gift that my boyfriend(a legit club kid) gave me. Introducing me to a new world of life and happiness.
Being gay and finding your people is a beauty of a soulful 4 on the floor Church.
Congratulations and much love for living your truth! Not someone else's. Yours.
Still gives you goosebumps in 2024!
Agreed!
For any producer out there, she's droppin straight knowledge
She's a true artist. With substance and compassion
At 55, she looks better now than she did back then.
Hairstyles change people
haha i was thinking the same thing, im 43 and i would def date her.
She's around 1.5 years older than I. But I don't have a lot of melanine in my skin, and as such, I do have wrinkles. She looks amazing.
She's absolutely radiant ! 😍
She's also an outstanding DJ. Her DJ sound is very much in the deep house vein of the Basement Boys, and she played one of the sexiest, sweatiest sets I've ever heard. As a DJ, I prefer Ultra over Louie Vega, and I love Louie Vega. She's that good!
She's hot tbf
What a lovely articulate and grounded lady. An amazing song and wonderful spirit. Long live free.
Wow she looks younger now than she did when the iconic track came out ❤
Ultra Nate's a legend. Free was/is awesome and the Basement Boys collabs were fab too. Mood II Swing were also incredible back in the day.
I can't believe she's 55. She's 12 years older than me and looks 12 years younger. 😆
Thanks DJ Mag for the in depth Ultra Naté interview and providing fans with a bit more insight into the making of our classic, "Free" and Ultra's three decade plus legacy making dance music. The '90's house music scene was a fertile and exciting time - especially here in NYC. We're honored to have followed our respective muses, went against the grain and honed our collective creative energy and talents to produce a classic that still resonates to this day.
This song, Todd Terry's remix to Everything but the Girl's Missing, DNA's remix to Suzanne vega's Tom Diner, Big Fun by Inner City and Tom's Diner are some of the songs that got me into Electronic/House/Dance/Techno. Thank you!
Man she looks better today than she did in the early 90's! Amazing tune sung by a true Diva of house!
I’m really loving these house music documentaries you guys are doing! Please keep them coming! Would love a video on “EBTG - Missing (Todd Terry Remix)”
One of the greatest dance songs of all time
Agreed!
Bless her beautiful heart,soul and music. 💜✨🫂🥺
She's so beautiful. Those Basement Boys collabs were gorgeous too.
Still a biggest hit here in Brazil ❤️❤️😍😍😅 one of my favorites free
i love hearing stories like hers, a story of defiance and never giving up against all odds and trusting risks. this song is sooo powerful ! who knows how many people would've given up their own struggles if she had never made this song ! freedom for all !
10:31 … I’ve always loved this song! But now have so much more appreciation after seeing this video and the wonderful artist(s) behind it. Much love and respect for this lovely, talented lady.
One of the best vocals and productions in dance music history.
No question. All facts.
I could listen to her talk all day! What a great interview and recollection! ❤
Glad you enjoyed it!
This song is eternal ❤❤❤
Iconic track.
Even today it sounds fresh. Iconic, CLASSIC.
I've loved this song since it came out. It's so delightful to hear Ultra Naté talk about the history and impact of the song. She is so articulate and intelligent and positive, a real inspiration!
What a beautiful energy and spirit. Plus she looks 😍 for 55 don’t look day over 30. I remember this song it reminds me of when I finished school in 97 and I was working at my dad’s company and all day on kiss 100 London etc would hear this amazing song.
These are absolutely fantastic. It's great to see these artists who managed to bring so much happiness to everyone reflecting on 'that' time.
Thanks, and keep these coming!
Loads more on the way!
Wow she speaks beautifully
I clearly remember just landing in London (from Sydney) in '97 and this track was on the airwaves. My inspirational song. Thank you for making this 🙏🙏.
I love this back story!! Actually, I could listen to Ultra speak and sing all day...lol. She has always been a class act, and I am so appreciative of her vision and artistry because she has remained true to her original identity while breaking the mold into other genres of music. May Ultra Nate' continue to experience abundant success because she truly deserves it! Thanks for sharing!
Glad you enjoyed it
What a lady!! She’s so talented & and wrote/sang this amazing classic song
But she is also so inspirational when she speaks
Love this interview 🙌
This series is gold thank you Dj Mag.
Glad you enjoy it. Plenty more to come this year! 🎉
Her recognition of the LGBTQ+ community and its connection to this and many dance tracks was heartwarming to hear. And yea. We love our big black female vocalists. ❤️❤️
Absolutely. If something is uplifting, we back it 100%.... and we stay loyal.
I first heard her, 'It's Over Now" when I was 15yrs old.' Free', my best friend and I played the crap out of that track over the years. Thank you Ultra Nate.
I knew this amazing Queen when she was just the sweetest Princess you could ever know. Ultra, I am so proud to see how you have given so much hope to many through your music and that you are happy, healthy, and being recognized for your contributions.
Played this so much in the club i DJ'ed at when it first came out, Absolute banger of a tune. Maximum respect for it, will always be a special record
Artist like her are gifts for the world 🫶🏻
My friend played this song in her car and it was booming! I immediately loved it. 💕💕💕💕💕💕
this song did change my life for the better and the older I get, it just never gets old
so powerful and beautiful
My god what a tune. She can literally go anywhere on this earth and sing this song and get massive response! Wow. Just wow!
That opening guitar is just so delicate, emotional and beautiful. She is such an icon!
FREE will always be a classic anthem 😎
Facts!
LOOOOVE THIS SINGER!!!!
Free is my FAVORITE SONG EVER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I missed her performing at Pride in miami due to a kidney stone, 2024. Have seen her perform several times live (Amnesia)!!! Amazing soul!!!!
Not sure about anybody else here but this song is still in my current dance playlist.
Of course!
Again. Another song that is still massive today ❤🎉
She is so chill, a great role model
I remember when and where I was when I first heard FREE and I love it now as much as I did then. 🎉
Good to hear the backstory to one of the 1st records I ever bought on vinyl
Thanks for listening!
Baltimore bred, home grown. We love you Ultra Nate . ❤❤❤
The most memorable time hearing this song was Frankie Knuckles dropping it at Glee Club @ Crobar in Chicago. The crowd went nuts!!
When this came out, my cousin played it around me relentlessly until I began to love the song and appreciate it more. Good memories of road trips bumping this song on the stereo and hearing it in the clubs.
I will always love this song.
Excellent interview. Love the journey a friend/co-worker turned me on to her in 95 and have been a fan ever since.
Glad you enjoyed it!
So eloquently put! What a song. All Time Classic.
This song still empowers me! Timeless!
Remember driving through the highlands for a week in ‘98 and this song came on every hour ❤
Can't believe I only just found this series, I'm gonna watch them all! Great video!
Welcome aboard!
One of my favorite house songs... Remember hearing it for the first time some time in 1997 on the Los Angeles radio station Groove 103.1... I was 14. Best time in my life.
Amazing how great art transcends time.
Thank you for the music ❤️ The house days
Wow watching these videos makes me happy and sad at the same time , I’d give anything to go back to this era
I lived in France and went to the uk for a quick visit when this first came it out, so I bought two copies on vinyl one for me and the other I took back to Paris for a friend who DJd in a club there and it went down a storm
One of the BEST house/dance songs ever made. I remember partying to this song at the clubs in NYC & Miami.
I love this series !! More more more !!!!!!!
So many more to come this year 🤝
@@DJMagThank you for providing the beautiful stories behind my favorite tracks when I was a teen and many from my 20s. History is finally recorded.
Amazing song and artist I grew up in the 90s Memories for me being Lbgtq meant a lot and coming out very touching ❤
I love this song. Song had a lot of great memories 👊🏿
What a talented lady. I love house music!!! ❤❤❤❤
I love this song with all my forces since the first moment I heard it in 1997 on a radio program here in Brazil called Ritmo da Noite (Rhythm of the Night). It was an absolute success, every Friday I looked forward to hearing the DJs play, I must have recorded it on cassette. And during the pandemic it became a kind of amulet and a private anthem so that I could bear all that stress artificially caused against humanity. Anyway, Ultra Naté is wonderful, she has an incredible voice, she's very hot, she made all the difference with Mood II Swing's preexisting talent. I'm grateful to have been able to experience all that in the 90s. Thank you DJ Mag.
Can’t believe I have never heard this song! Great stuff!
Iconic. Last heard it at Defected Croatia a few weeks ago, Natasha Diggs dropped it at a boat party and it went OFF. Everyone (me included) screamed it at the top of their lungs and it was such a special moment! It was incredible seeing her re-live the whole story, you can tell she's really proud of it. Amazing series, keep it up!!!
Amazing!
So well spoken! Thank you Ultra Naté!!! Been listening since It's Over Now!!
I was 10 years old and this song has never left me
Great voice. Found a cure was another brilliant track that doesn’t really get played very often
very interesting to get a glimpse into the creative building process of this magical song
To this day the guitar riff gives me goosebumps,tears of joy and pain. A true anthem and the soundtrack of my youth
I still remember the impact of hearing the first strings on club. Everybody mesmerized by the beauty of the mix. That’s a magical tune, it will never get old. Later them I had to manage to get the single lol
She is amazing
That song is everything ❤❤❤
9 seconds in and my mind is already blown. I was today years old to learn it's not Nate like Nate Robinson or Nate Dog, but Naté (fonetically) 🥳🤯
Why are you surprised? The accent over the e means it makes an ‘ay’ sound.
What a queen. Wellspoken, beautiful, in it for the love of house not money.
Thats a cut from back in the day, when house music was hot! Still love it!
Ultra Nate is one of the true icons of house music.
I've waited for a video exactly like this, such a great track
Glad you enjoyed! Check out some of the other tracks in this series
She looks fabulous 😊
Love this, congrats DJ MAG
The 4hero remix of her song ‘Twisted’ is so beautiful too
That's a great interview. I like what you said about songs standing the test of time. Rogers Sanchez does some incredible mixes on free❤
Glad you enjoyed it
Absolute banger of a tune.
I was a GREAT song and still is. And she's right our LGBTQ+ community has always stood by black divas. Their voices, lyrics, and songs just resonate with us. Whether it be Donna Summer, Gloria Gaynor, Martha Wash, or Ultra Nate. The music of each of these women has a message that resonates. So as a singer myself THANK YOU to all of them so not with us anymore for giving us such uplifting music.
Still, one of my favorites to this day. It's a fabulous classic that will live forever. CHEERS!💋
what a huuuuge track......bass hit nyc 96.....the live drums stripped down verson is mad
I love to listen to this song during my plane take off and plan when the beat drops when it actually lifts!! Always sets me in a good mood for my holiday! You’re free to do what you want to do you’ve got to live your life ❤❤❤
Love that!
Found A Cure was and still is my jammm
55 and she looks 40.
How great does she look!!! ❤
Generational melanin wealth do that
NO HONEY SHE LOOKS MORE ON HER 30
Yeah she is peng 🙌
She's stunning!
She is gorgeous 😍
Her music rocked the clubs in cape Town south Africa 🎉🎉🎉
She is so down-to-earth and beautiful ❤
Timeless record. ❤
Agreed!
Great interview. Ultra is an authentic artist. Meets people where they are.
I remember ...in '97... It was everywhere in the dance charts.. video played.. in circulation.on MTV