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Ultra Naté 'Free' | The Making Of A House Music Anthem
Ultra Naté gives us an exclusive insight into the making of her chart-smashing hit, 'Free', released on Strictly Rhythm in 1997.
After being dropped by Warner Music in the 90's, Ultra Naté decided to 'go against the grain' and team up with Mood II Swing to a create song which would change her life.
Here, Ultra Naté tells DJ Mag the full story of 'Free', from being in the studio recording vocals, watching Louie Vega debut the track at Winter Music Conference in Miami, to seeing 'Free' become the song that soundtracked the world coming out of a global pandemic.
Electronic music history is rich with unforgettable and timeless classics. In our series, DJ Mag explores the tales behind some of the world's favourite dance tracks, told by the people that made them.
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