How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Robbie Rivera, Billy Paul W., Mellow Trax, La Roux, Beatfreakz, Thick D, Soul Avengerz, Supafly Inc., KT Tunstall, Lethal Bizzle, Madonna, Basement Jaxx, Tiësto
They are the performers of twelve vintage dance tunes that were ranked in various charts, this week (42/52) BUT … in the Noughties 2000s.
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Tracklist
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1 . Robbie Rivera, Billy Paul W. – Sex
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2 . Mellow Trax – Outa SpaceFeatured on the 1999 album “Techno Vibes”.
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3 . La Roux – BulletproofFeatured on the 2009 album “La Roux”.
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4 . Beatfreakz – SuperfreakFeatured on the 2006 album “Superfreak”.
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5 . Thick D – InsatiableFeatured on the 2002 album “Insatiable”.
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6 . Soul Avengerz – Don’t Let The Morning ComeFeatured on the 2007 album “Don’t Let The Morning Come”.
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7 . Supafly Inc. – Moving Too FastFeatured on the 2006 album “Moving Too Fast”.
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8 . KT Tunstall – Hold OnFeatured on the 2007 album “Drastic Fantastic”.
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9 . Lethal Bizzle – Police on My BackFeatured on the 2007 album “Back to Bizznizz”.
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10 . Madonna – CelebrationFeatured on the 2009 album “Celebration”.
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11 . Basement Jaxx – Jus 1 KissFeatured on the 2001 album “Rooty”. |
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12 . Tiësto – Just Be (w/ Kirsty Hawkshaw)Featured on the 2004 album “Just Be”.
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And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. The track “Sex” charted in 2002, though its moment in the spotlight was brief. It’s a classic example of a song known more for its multiple remixes than for its initial impact.
2. Mellow Trax’s “Outa Space” gave a nod to Max Romeo with its sample of “Chase the Devil.” The track took the charts on a modest ride, particularly across Europe.
3. Upon release, “Bulletproof” hit the UK Singles Chart at number one. Its catchy synthpop vibe resonated well beyond British shores, storming into international airplay.
4. Beatfreakz’s “Superfreak” is a 2006 remix born from Rick James’s original “Super Freak.” The reinvented track found a home in European charts, lighting up dance floors from Finland to the UK.
5. “Insatiable” emerged from the underground depths of UK house, fitting the 90s dance scene like a club-ready glove. Thick D’s groovy beats stayed far from the mainstream radar.
6. Javine Hilton pivoted from R&B to dance with “Don’t Let the Morning Come.” The collaboration with Soul Avengerz was a deliberate swing towards the charts, if not a monumental one.
7. Supafly Inc. paid homage to Phil Collins by sampling “Another Day In Paradise” in “Moving Too Fast.” The blend of house music and 80s nostalgia struck a chord worldwide.
8. “Hold On” by KT Tunstall was an Adult Alternative darling, topping the Billboard chart for a solid stretch. Its infectious energy spread across multiple formats and territories.
9. “Police on My Back” first saw daylight with The Equals, powered by Eddy Grant’s songwriting. Lethal Bizzle’s 2007 cover kept the rebellious spirit alive for new audiences.
10. Madonna gifted her fans “Celebration” as the lead single for her third compilation album. Clubbiness combined with nostalgia guaranteed its place in her tour repertoire.
11. The song “Rome” from Basement Jaxx was visually crafted by director New Stench. The quirky video style matched the track’s disco vibes, becoming part of the act’s creative signature.
12. The Antillas remix of Tiësto’s song with Kirsty Hawkshaw was the star of the official music video. The track’s adaptability to various remixes kept it fresh across years and playlists.
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