How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Daft Punk, Bob Sinclar, George Michael, Basement Jaxx, Moony, Baddest Ruffest, York, Alex Gaudino, Watergate, Sophie Ellis~Bextor, Kylie Minogue, Till West
They are the performers of twelve vintage dance tunes that were ranked in various charts, this week (28/52) BUT … in the Noughties 2000s.
1. What is the central theme of Daft Punk’s ‘Technologic’ ?
- A Human emotions
- B Technological commands
- C Nature conservation
2. In Bob Sinclar’s ‘World Hold On,’ what does the boy in the music video aim to build in his dream?
- A A spaceship
- B A castle
- C A giant robot
3. George Michael’s ‘Flawless [Go To The City]’ samples a track by which band?
- A The Ones
- B ABC
- C Duran Duran
4. What is the genre of ‘You Don’t Know Me’ by Basement Jaxx?
- A Jazz
- B Country
- C Electronic
5. Which Italian musician released ‘Dove [I’ll Be Loving You]’ ?
- A Moony
- B Gigi D’Agostino
- C Moby
6. What event featured ‘Baddest Ruffest’ by Backyard Dog as its official theme in the UK?
- A 2004 Olympics
- B 2002 FIFA World Cup
- C 2006 Commonwealth Games
7. York’s ‘On The Beach’ credits which songwriter for the original composition?
- A Brian Eno
- B Chris Rea
- C David Bowie
8. ‘Watch Out’ by Alex Gaudino features which vocalist?
- A Shèna
- B Sophie Ellis-Bextor
- C Rihanna
9. ‘Heart of Asia’ by Watergate is a trance track based on a sample from which film’s music?
- A Merry Christmas Mr. Lawrence
- B Bladerunner
- C The Last Emperor
10. Which Sophie Ellis-Bextor song topped the UK charts in 2000?
- A Murder on the Dancefloor
- B Groovejet (If This Ain’t Love)
- C Get Over You
11. Kylie’s ‘Chocolate’ pays homage to which film studio’s musicals?
- A Paramount Pictures
- B Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
- C Universal Studios
12. Till West’s ‘Same Man’ received what acknowledgment from Pete Tong?
- A Grammy nomination
- B Essential Tune
- C Best Dance Anthem
For TWELVE more ‘Music For The Dancers’ – Vintage 2000s Music Videos – week 28/52 – click here
Tracklist
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1 . Daft Punk – TechnologicFeatured on the 2005 album “Human After All“.
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2 . Bob Sinclar – World Hold OnFeatured on the 2006 album “Western Dream”.
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3 . George Michael – Flawless [Go To The City]Featured on the 2004 album “Patience”.
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4 . Basement Jaxx – You Don’t Know MeFeatured on the 2005 album “The Singles”.
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5 . Moony – Dove [I’ll Be Loving You]Featured on the 2002 album “Lifestories”.
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6 . Baddest Ruffest – Backyard Dog
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7 . York – On The Beach
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8 . Alex Gaudino – Watch Out (w/ Shena)Featured on the 2008 album “My Destination”.
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9 . Watergate – Heart of AsiaFeatured on the 2000 album “Heart of Asia”.
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10 . Sophie Ellis~Bextor – Get Over YouFeatured on the 2002 album “Read My Lips “.
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11 . Kylie Minogue – ChocolateFeatured on the 2004 album “Body Language”. |
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12 . Till West – Same Man
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And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. ‘Technologic’ centers around the theme of technological commands. The song is typified by a series of vocoded instructions that emphasize digital and mechanical actions.
2. In ‘World Hold On,’ the boy dreams of constructing a spaceship. The narrative illustrates his imaginative desire to save the Earth from an asteroid collision.
3. The song ‘Flawless [Go To The City]’ samples a track by The Ones. The original version emphasizes a soulful, dance-floor-oriented sound.
4. ‘You Don’t Know Me’ by Basement Jaxx belongs to the electronic genre. This track contributes to their exploration of house and dance music.
5. ‘Dove [I’ll Be Loving You]’ is performed by Moony. Known for its vibrant dance beats, the track marks her most successful solo effort.
6. ‘Baddest Ruffest’ was the official theme for the 2002 FIFA World Cup’s UK campaign. The song benefitted from football’s worldwide presence and popularity.
7. Chris Rea receives credit for the foundational melody in ‘On The Beach.’ York transforms Rea’s work into a trance anthem noted for its ethereal vibe.
8. Shèna features as the vocalist on ‘Watch Out.’ Her vocal style aligns seamlessly with the track’s house and disco influences.
9. ‘Heart of Asia’ samples music from ‘Merry Christmas Mr. Lawrence.’ This connection brings a cinematic element to the euphoric trance track.
10. In 2000, ‘Groovejet (If This Ain’t Love)’ reached number one in the UK charts. The collaboration propelled Sophie Ellis-Bextor into the spotlight of pop music.
11. ‘Chocolate’ pays tribute to musicals from Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer. Its video reflects the studio’s glamour through elaborate dance routines.
12. Till West’s ‘Same Man’ was highlighted as an Essential Tune by Pete Tong. The track garnered significant attention in the club scene for its distinguishable beats.
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