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Course: Popular Music Studies / History of Hip-Hop & Electronic Music
Date: April 11, 2026
Raxon (real name likely Raxon E. Mercado or simply a mononym) is a techno DJ/producer from the Dominican Republic, currently signed to labels like Drumcode (Adam Beyer’s label) and Terminal M (Monika Kruse’s label). He is known for driving, hypnotic techno with Latin percussion underpinnings.
His typical sound:
“It’s Like That” was originally released by Run–D.M.C. in 1983 as a hard-hitting hip‑hop track from the group’s early era that helped define rap’s crossover into mainstream culture. In 1997 producer/DJ Jason Nevins created a remix of the song that transformed it into a global dance-floor hit; that remix later spawned numerous edits and bootlegs, including versions attributed to Raxon (a name used by different remixers/DJs over time), which emphasize house/tech-house elements and club-ready arrangements.
This report analyzes the 1997 global phenomenon "It's Like That" by Run-D.M.C., specifically focusing on the Jason Nevins remix that revitalized the track for a new generation. It further contextualizes the reference to "Raxon," acknowledging the track's continued relevance in modern electronic and techno circles. The report details the track's commercial impact, production style, and historical significance in bridging Old School Hip-Hop with mainstream House music. RUN DMC- Jason Nevins - It-s Like That -Raxon E...
Licensed to XL Recordings in the UK, the remix exploded:
It also introduced Run-DMC to a new generation of ravers, many of whom had never heard the 1983 version. The Jason Nevins remix became a bridge between hip-hop purists and electronic music fans — a true crossover moment. It also introduced Run-DMC to a new generation
“Jason Nevins took our song and made it brand new for the clubs. Kids who didn’t know hip-hop were suddenly screaming the lyrics.” — Darryl “DMC” McDaniels
The Nevins remix and subsequent club edits like Raxon’s are frequently included in nostalgic DJ sets, 90s dance playlists, and remixed‑classic retrospectives. They stand as prototypes for how remix culture can revive and repurpose legacy hip‑hop for new audiences and settings. “Jason Nevins took our song and made it
The Run–D.M.C. vs. Jason Nevins remix of “It’s Like That” is more than a cash-in remix; it is a historically significant document of how hip-hop’s vocal delivery can be recontextualized within electronic dance music without losing its original message. It proved that golden-era rap could conquer the rave generation, paving the way for EDM’s eventual embrace of rap vocals. For instructors and students, the track offers a clear, accessible case study in remixology, tempo adaptation, and genre fusion.