But in the decades since, the digital underground has kept the track’s spirit alive. Search for "It's Like That" on niche DJ forums or streaming platforms today, and you’ll encounter a peculiar, shadowy suffix: "Raxon E..."
| Element | Function | | :--- | :--- | | | Nevins did not re-sing or over-process Run and D.M.C.'s voices. He let their aggressive delivery cut through the mix. | | The "Stutter" Effect | The chopped "like that" created a call-and-response between the past (the vocal) and the present (the edit). | | Mid-90s Filter Sweeps | The use of low-pass filters (borrowed from French touch) gave the track a "breathing" dynamic, perfect for peak-time clubs. | | Bassline Simplicity | A single, rubbery synth note dropped on every beat—monstrous on a proper sound system. | RUN DMC- Jason Nevins - It-s Like That -Raxon E...
This remix effectively "retro-fitted" golden age hip-hop into the late-90s big beat and house era, paving the way for future mashup artists like Girl Talk and The Avalanches. Now we arrive at the strangest part of our keyword: "Raxon E..." But in the decades since, the digital underground
Who is Raxon? Why is his name glued to the Jason Nevins remix? And how does this obscure edit fit into the 30-year legacy of what many call the greatest hip-house remix of all time? | | The "Stutter" Effect | The chopped