"Don't Leave Me This Way" has one of the most storied histories in dance music. Originally written by Kenneth Gamble, Leon Huff, and Cary Gilbert, it has seen legendary iterations over the decades:

New Release: Start The Party – Don’t Leave Me This Way (Kevin McKay Extended Mix)

Find the "Don’t Leave Me This Way" Extended Mix on Beatport , Spotify , or SoundCloud .

Thelma Houston’s 1976 cover became a global sensation and a pillar of Motown history.

Built around warm basslines, rhythmic guitars, and a harmonic lift, it draws inspiration from the track's long history as a club "bomb".

McKay’s label, which recently celebrated its 500th release , has become a "haven for great house music". By focusing on a house-driven sound while letting his "disco flag fly," McKay ensures this classic remains relevant for a new generation of club-goers.

Clocking in at 127 BPM in the key of C Major , the extended mix is specifically crafted for DJs to build momentum on the floor. A Legacy Reimagined