How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Ricky Martin, U2, Everything But The Girl, OMC, Reel 2 Real, Corona, A.D.A.M., Urban Cookie Collective, Dina Carroll, The Shamen, The Lisa Marie Experience, Sash!
They are the performers of twelve vintage dance tunes that were ranked in various charts, this week (30/52) BUT … in the Nineties 90s.
1. What song by The Weeknd achieved the longest charting record in the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 history?
- A Starboy
- B Save Your Tears
- C Blinding Lights
2. Which music genre does “Blinding Lights” heavily draw influence from?
- A Jazz
- B Synthwave
- C Blues
3. Who is NOT credited as a writer for “Blinding Lights”?
- A DaHeala
- B Pharrell Williams
- C The Weeknd
4. Which certification level has “Blinding Lights” received from the RIAA?
- A Gold
- B Diamond
- C Silver
5. What studio album features “Blinding Lights”?
- A Dawn FM
- B After Hours
- C Beauty Behind the Madness
6. On what date was “Blinding Lights” released?
- A December 25, 2019
- B November 29, 2019
- C January 15, 2020
7. Which chart position did “Take My Breath” initially reach on the US Billboard Hot 100?
- A Number one
- B Number six
- C Number ten
8. What imagery led to the “Take My Breath” IMAX screening withdrawal?
- A Strobe lighting
- B Graphic violence
- C Strong language
9. “Take My Breath” was part of which Weeknd album?
- A After Hours
- B Starboy
- C Dawn FM
10. Which music genres best describe “Take My Breath”?
- A Funk and Synthwave
- B Country and Rock
- C Jazz and Heavy Metal
11. What Olympic event featured “Take My Breath” in its promotion?
- A 2022 Winter Olympics
- B 2020 Summer Olympics
- C 2016 Summer Olympics
12. Who directed the music video for “Take My Breath”?
- A Cliqua
- B Spike Jonze
- C Sophie Muller
1. “Livin’ La Vida Loca” by Ricky Martin is recorded in which musical key?
- A D major
- B C-sharp minor
- C F major
2. Which director was responsible for U2’s “Even Better Than The Real Thing” official music video?
- A Anton Corbijn
- B Kevin Godley
- C David Fincher
3. Everything But The Girl’s “Wrong” belongs to which primary music genre?
- A Jazz
- B House
- C Rock
4. “How Bizarre” by OMC prominently features which kind of vehicle in its music video?
- A Ford Mustang
- B Chevrolet Impala
- C Volkswagen Beetle
5. Who was a frequent collaborator and performer with Reel 2 Real in “Jazz It Up”?
- A The Mad Stuntman
- B T-Pain
- C Nicki Minaj
6. “Try Me Out” by Corona includes a sample from which Teen Dream song?
- A “Toy”
- B “Dreamer”
- C “Fantasy”
7. “A.D.A.M. – Zombie” reimagines the Cranberries original in which genre?
- A Grunge
- B Euro House
- C Ska
8. Which notable instrument section is featured in Dina Carroll’s “Ain’t No Man”?
- A The Blues Brothers’ horn section
- B London Symphony Orchestra
- C Berlin Philharmonic
9. In what country did “LSI (Love Sex Intelligence)” by The Shamen reach number one?
- A Sweden
- B Finland
- C United Kingdom
10. Which original track did the Lisa Marie Experience sample for “Keep On Jumpin'”?
- A Musique’s 1977 original
- B Chic’s “Good Times”
- C Sister Sledge’s “We Are Family”
11. “Ecuador” by Sash! features lyrics in which language?
- A French
- B German
- C Spanish
12. Urban Cookie Collective’s “The Key The Secret” was released on which label?
- A EMI
- B Pulse 8 Records
- C Sony BMG
For TWENTY FOUR more ‘Music For The Dancers’ – Vintage 90s Music Videos – week 30/52 – click here and here
Tracklist
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1 . Ricky Martin – Livin’ La Vida LocaFeatured on the 1999 album “Ricky Martin”.
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2 . U2 – Even Better Than The Real ThingFeatured on the 1991 album “Achtung Baby“.
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3 . Everything But The Girl – WrongFeatured on the 1996 album “Walking Wounded“.
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4 . OMC – How BizarreFeatured on the 1996 album “How Bizarre”.
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5 . Reel 2 Real – Jazz it UpFeatured on the 1996 album “Are You Ready for Some More?”.
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6 . Corona – Try Me OutFeatured on the 1995 album “The Rhythm of the Night”.
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7 . A.D.A.M. – Zombie (w/ Amy)
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8 . Urban Cookie Collective – The Key The SecretFeatured on the 1993 album “High on a Happy Vibe”.
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9 . Dina Carroll – Ain’t No ManFeatured on the 1993 album “So Close”.
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10 . The Shamen – LSI [Love Sex Intelligence]Featured on the 1992 album “Boss Drum”.
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11 . The Lisa Marie Experience – Keep On Jumpin’Featured on the 1996 album “Keep On Jumpin”. |
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12 . Sash! – EcuadorFeatured on the 1997 album “It’s My Life”.
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And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. “Livin’ La Vida Loca” is recorded in C-sharp minor. This choice contributes to its high-energy and slightly exotic sound that complements its Latin pop and dance influences.
2. Kevin Godley directed the “Even Better Than The Real Thing” video. Known for its innovative 360-degree camera work, it brought the band’s kinetic energy to visual life and was praised for its creative execution.
3. “Wrong” by Everything But The Girl is a house music track. Reflecting the duo’s shift toward electronic and dance sounds in the mid-1990s, it saw success on the dance charts.
4. OMC’s music video for “How Bizarre” features a red Chevrolet Impala. This iconic vehicle adds a sense of laid-back adventure to the video’s storyline.
5. The Mad Stuntman was a frequent collaborator with Reel 2 Real. His distinctive vocal style added a signature touch to hits like “I Like To Move It” and “Jazz It Up.”
6. “Try Me Out” by Corona samples “Toy” by Teen Dream. The integration of this sample helped give the track its infectious Eurodance appeal.
7. “Zombie” by A.D.A.M. – features Euro House elements. This rendition preserves the song’s haunting melody while infusing it with electronic beats.
8. Dina Carroll’s “Ain’t No Man” features the Blues Brothers’ horn section. Their lively contribution adds a disco-pop flair to the track.
9. “LSI (Love Sex Intelligence)” by The Shamen topped the charts in Finland. Its upbeat dance beats and catchy hooks resonated strongly with Finnish audiences.
10. The Lisa Marie Experience’s “Keep On Jumpin'” sampled Musique’s 1977 original. Legal issues led to recreating the sample for official releases.
11. “Ecuador” by Sash! incorporates Spanish-language vocals. This choice reflects the South American theme that runs through the track’s title and melodies.
12. Urban Cookie Collective’s “The Key The Secret” was released by Pulse 8 Records. The label played a significant role in bringing this Eurodance hit to a wider audience.
And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. “Blinding Lights” set an unprecedented record on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100, staying on the charts longer than any other song in history.
2. “Blinding Lights” is heavily influenced by synthwave, incorporating 1980s digital and electronic music aesthetics.
3. Pharrell Williams is not credited as a writer for “Blinding Lights”. Credit goes to The Weeknd, Max Martin, and others.
4. “Blinding Lights” received a diamond certification from the RIAA, a testament to its impressive sales milestone.
5. The Weeknd’s fourth studio album, “After Hours”, showcases the hit track “Blinding Lights”.
6. Released on November 29, 2019, “Blinding Lights” quickly became a commercial success and a record-breaking hit.
7. “Take My Breath” reached number six on the US Billboard Hot 100 initially, later gaining broader popularity.
8. The intense strobe lighting prompted the removal of the “Take My Breath” video from IMAX screenings, raising concerns over viewer safety.
9. The album “Dawn FM” is home to “Take My Breath”, marking The Weeknd’s continued exploration of vibrant, retro sounds.
10. “Take My Breath” skillfully blends elements of funk and synthwave, showcasing The Weeknd’s versatile musical style.
11. The 2020 Summer Olympics used the energetic “Take My Breath” in promotional content, associating it with athletic vigor.
12. Directed by Cliqua, the video for “Take My Breath” is noted for its striking visual effects and thematic intensity.
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