Mateo & Matos - The Real Thing (kot Underground Mix) -

While the original version features a full vocal delivery from Littleton Brown and Kim Armstrong , the Underground Mix strips these back to their essence, using them as rhythmic textures rather than a traditional song structure.

Released on the influential Glasgow Underground (GU42) in May 1999.

The is a cornerstone of the late 90s deep house movement, specifically bridging the gap between New York’s soulful garage scene and the darker, more atmospheric sounds rising from the UK. Production Context Mateo & Matos - The Real Thing (Kot Underground Mix)

The "KOT Underground Mix" was handled by Kings of Tomorrow (Sandy Rivera and Jay "Sinister" Sealee), who were at their peak of creative influence in 1999. Musical Analysis

A standout feature of this specific remix is its heavy, rolling bassline, which critics note borrows the iconic feel of KC Flightt’s "Let’s Get Jazzy". While the original version features a full vocal

The "KOT Underground Mix" is often cited as a masterclass in tension and groove, diverging significantly from the more polished "KOT Classic Mix".

It operates at a steady 126 BPM , blending live-sounding instrumentation (guitars by Duane Potts, bass by Andrew Potts) with the raw, repetitive electronic elements that define the "underground" moniker. Reception & Legacy Mateo & Matos – The Real Thing - Discogs Production Context The "KOT Underground Mix" was handled

The track is a cover of the Stevie Wonder classic, originally appearing on the duo's 1999 album, The Many Shades of Mateo & Matos .