How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Azzido Da Bass, Sean Kingston, Jan Wayne, Par-T-One vs INXS, Madison Avenue, Rosie Ribbons, Wicked Phunker, Infernal, Sugababes, Louise, Moby, Scooter
They are the performers of twelve vintage dance tunes that were ranked in various charts, this week (45/52) BUT … in the Noughties 2000s.
1. Which remixer gave “Dooms Night” by Azzido Da Bass a boost in international fame in 2000?
- A Timo Maas
- B Carl Cox
- C Paul Oakenfold
2. What notable performance event featured Sean Kingston’s “Fire Burning” in 2009?
- A The Grammy Awards
- B Miss Universe
- C The Olympics
3. Which two artists originally wrote “Because The Night,” later covered by Jan Wayne in 2002?
- A Elton John and Bernie Taupin
- B Bruce Springsteen and Patti Smith
- C John Lennon and Paul McCartney
4. What unique dance is featured in the music video for Par-T-One’s remix of INXS’s “Just Keep Walking”?
- A The pogo dance
- B The moonwalk
- C The Charleston
5. “Who the Hell Are You” by Madison Avenue made it to number one on which country’s singles chart?
- A United Kingdom
- B United States
- C Australia
6. What notable theme is the focus of Rosie Ribbons’ song “Blink”?
- A Heartbreak
- B Infidelity
- C Friendship
7. What genre does Wicked Phunker’s track “Jungle Boogie” align with?
- A Jazz
- B House
- C Rock
8. Who are the members of Infernal, known for their cover of “Self Control”?
- A Mario Winans and Pharell Williams
- B Nate Dogg and Warren G
- C Lina Rafn and Paw Lagermann
9. “Easy” by the Sugababes was co-written with members of which American rock band?
- A Orson
- B Kings of Leon
- C Green Day
10. Louise’s “Beautiful Inside” incorporates a sample from which group?
- A N.W.A
- B Wu-Tang Clan
- C The Fugees
11. Who provided vocals for the 2006 Moby track produced?
- A Madonna
- B Mariah Carey
- C Debbie Harry
12. “Nessaja” by Scooter was originally written for which musical before its 2002 cover version?
- A Cats
- B Tabaluga
- C The Lion King
For TWELVE more ‘Music For The Dancers’ – Vintage 2000s Music Videos – week 45/52 – click here
Tracklist
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1 . Azzido Da Bass – Dooms NightFeatured on the 2000 album “Dooms Night”.
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2 . Sean Kingston – Fire BurningFeatured on the 2009 album “Tomorrow”.
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3 . Jan Wayne – Because The NightFeatured on the 2002 album “Back Again!”.
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4 . Par-T-One vs INXS – I’m So Crazy
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5 . Madison Avenue – Who The Hell Are YouFeatured on the 2000 album “The Polyester Embassy”.
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6 . Rosie Ribbons – BlinkFeatured on the 2002 album “Misbehaving”.
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7 . Wicked Phunker – Jungle Boogie
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8 . Infernal – Self ControlFeatured on the 2006 album “From Paris to Berlin”.
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9 . Sugababes – Easy
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10 . Louise – Beautiful InsideFeatured on the 2000 album “Elbow Beach”.
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11 . Moby – New York New York (w/ Debbie Harry)Featured on the 2006 album “Go – The Very Best Of Moby”. |
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12 . Scooter – NessajaFeatured on the 2002 album “Encore – Live and Direct”.
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And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. Timo Maas remixed “Dooms Night,” aiding its rise to international recognition. His version reached No. 8 on the UK Singles Chart, extending the track’s reach beyond Germany.
2. “Fire Burning” was featured in Miss Universe 2009’s opening number. Its catchy tempo and rhythm made it a fitting choice for the event.
3. Bruce Springsteen and Patti Smith originally wrote “Because The Night.” Jan Wayne’s dance rendition in 2002 gave it new life in a different genre.
4. Par-T-One’s video features the pogo dance, a homage to punk roots, alongside electronic stylings of the remix.
5. “Who the Hell Are You” topped the Australian ARIA Singles Chart, proving its homegrown appeal. Its catchy house elements struck a chord down under.
6. “Blink” by Rosie Ribbons explores infidelity, expressed through a story of confronting unfaithfulness over catchy pop rhythms.
7. “Jungle Boogie” by Wicked Phunker fits the house genre. It’s known for its electronic beat and danceable rhythm.
8. Infernal, consisting of Lina Rafn and Paw Lagermann, covered “Self Control.” Their version added a modern twist to the 1984 classic.
9. The Sugababes’ “Easy” was co-written with Orson members, incorporating rock elements into their signature electropop sound.
10. “Beautiful Inside” samples Wu-Tang Clan, merging hip-hop influences with pop. It showcases collaboration across genres.
11. Debbie Harry lent her vocals to the 2006 Moby track. Her distinct voice added a nostalgic touch to the electronic beats.
12. “Nessaja” by Scooter was originally from the musical Tabaluga. The 2002 version introduced the tale to a new demographic.
For THE FULL ‘MUSIC FOR THE DANCERS’ COLLECTION click here
