Get ready to dust off your disco shoes and relight that Saturday Night Fever—because Universal just dropped a bombshell for Bee Gees fans. But here’s where it gets controversial: in a move that’s sure to spark debate among collectors, the new You Should Be Dancing: The 12″ Collection is a limited-edition 4LP box set that’s skipping the CD format entirely. Yes, you read that right—vinyl only, and just 1,000 copies available worldwide. If you’re a die-hard fan, you’ll want to act fast, because this one’s already causing a frenzy. Available exclusively through the Bee Gees’ and Universal Music’s online stores, it’s set to ship around February 27, but don’t wait—pre-orders are live now.
This isn’t the first time the Bee Gees’ extended mixes have been reissued, but it’s arguably the most ambitious. Back in 2015, Rhino released an Extended EP, but it left fans craving more. This new collection, however, is a treasure trove of disco gold. It features the original Disco Mixes of Barry, Robin, and Maurice Gibb’s Saturday Night Fever anthems like “Stayin’ Alive,” “Night Fever,” and “More Than a Woman,” alongside vintage ’70s remixes of pre-Fever hits like “You Should Be Dancing,” “Boogie Child,” and “You Stepped Into My Life.” And this is the part most people miss: it also includes five previously unreleased extended mixes of tracks like “Nights on Broadway,” “Jive Talkin’,” “Tragedy,” “Love You Inside Out,” and “If I Can’t Have You.”
Here’s where it gets even more exciting: SG Lewis’ 2021 remix of “More Than a Woman,” which went viral and hit No. 6 on the Dance chart, makes its physical debut here. It’s a modern twist on a classic that’s sure to divide purists and newcomers alike. But here’s the question: does a remix like this honor the Bee Gees’ legacy, or does it dilute the magic of the original? Let’s debate that in the comments.
The collection wraps up with two 1993 mixes of “Decadance,” a reimagined version of the title track, showcasing the Bee Gees’ evolution beyond their disco heyday. But let’s be real—this box set is as much about nostalgia as it is about innovation. It’s a love letter to an era when disco ruled the dancefloor, and the Bee Gees were kings.
So, is You Should Be Dancing: The 12″ Collection worth the hype? For vinyl enthusiasts and Bee Gees aficionados, absolutely. But for those who prefer their music in digital or CD format, this release might feel like a missed opportunity. What do you think? Is vinyl the only way to experience these classics, or should Universal reconsider their format choices? Sound off below—we want to hear your take!
Tracklist:
Disc 1:
A1. You Should Be Dancing – Extended Version (RSO PRO 013, 1976)
B1. Boogie Child – Extended Version (RSO PRO 013, 1976)
B2. You Stepped Into My Life – Extended Version (RSO PRO 013, 1976)
Disc 2:
A1. Stayin’ Alive – Special Disco Version (RSO PRO 033, 1977)
A2. If I Can’t Have You – Extended Version (previously unreleased)
B1. Night Fever – Special Disco Version (RSO PRO 033, 1977)
B2. More Than A Woman – Special Disco Version (RSO PRO 033, 1977)
Disc 3:
A1. Jive Talkin’ – Extended Version (previously unreleased)
A2. Nights on Broadway – Extended Version (previously unreleased)
B1. Tragedy – Extended Version (previously unreleased)
B2. Love You Inside Out – Extended Version (previously unreleased)
Disc 4:
A1. More Than A Woman (SG Lewis Remix) (Paradise Edit) (digital release, 2021; previously unreleased in physical format)
B1. Decadance – Album Mix (from Size Isn’t Everything, Polydor CD 519 945-2, 1993)
B2. Decadance – Ben Liebrand Vocal Mix (Polydor DECA 2, 1993)
Pre-order now at uDiscoverMusic or Bee Gees Online Store before it’s gone for good!
