DJ Feud: Summit Accuses Tong of Remix Theft

John Summit has publicly accused veteran DJ Pete Tong of stealing his unreleased remix of Everything But the Girl's classic track "Missing." Summit took to social media on July 8, sharing text exchanges and alleging that Tong promised to collaborate but then proceeded with a remix involving Franky Rizardo. Rizardo later withdrew his involvement due to the escalating controversy. Tong, in a recent interview, stated that positive conversations had occurred regarding multiple versions of the song, including an orchestral rendition for his Ibiza Classics tour. He claims to have obtained permission from Everything But the Girl members for both his orchestral interpretation and potential remixes. Tong's team has released a statement refuting Summit's allegations, asserting that the Franky Rizardo version was a newly recorded production and that Summit's team did not provide a response to project discussions. Tong expressed disappointment over the accusations, emphasizing his preference for direct communication. Meanwhile, "Missing" has been a staple in Summit's recent sets, with speculation about his own orchestral version for an upcoming show. The dispute highlights the complexities of collaboration and release in the digital music era.