How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Armand van Helden, Bob Sinclar, Clivilles & Cole, Sybil, Kylie Minogue, Energy 52, EYC, Mory Kante, Big Fun, JX, David Bowie, The KLF
They are the performers of twelve vintage dance tunes that were ranked in various charts, this week (11/52) BUT … in the Nineties 90s.
1. What award did E.Y.C. win at the 1994 Smash Hits Pollwinners Party?
- A Best Live Act
- B Best New Act
- C Best Song
2. What was unique about the song “Yé ké yé ké” by Mory Kanté?
- A First African single to sell over a million copies
- B First song to use a kora in pop music
- C First African song to reach US number one
3. What was Big Fun’s “Handful of Promises” known for?
- A Featuring a rare flute solo
- B Being their only number one single
- C Its appearance on Top of the Pops
4. In which country did JX’s “Close to Your Heart” peak at number three?
- A Israel
- B Australia
- C Scotland
5. Who provided a remix for David Bowie’s “Hallo Spaceboy” single?
- A Nine Inch Nails
- B Pet Shop Boys
- C Pixies
6. Which classic rock band member featured in The KLF’s “America: What Time Is Love?”
- A Ozzy Osbourne
- B Glenn Hughes
- C Ronnie James Dio
7. What was Stooshe’s original title for the track “Love Me”?
- A Kiss Me
- B Hold Me
- C Fuck Me
8. How did “Heaven Knows” by The Pretty Reckless perform in terms of certification by RIAA?
- A Gold
- B Platinum
- C Diamond
9. What unique concept is featured in the music video for “Nobody” by Martin Jensen and James Arthur?
- A Reverse-time storyline
- B Groundhog Day-inspired scenario
- C Futuristic space setting
10. What is notable about the 2012 release “What Can You Do For Me” by Drumsound & Bassline Smith and Utah Saints?
- A It samples a Motörhead song
- B It’s a cover of a classic rock ballad
- C It features a famous Eurythmics sample
11. Which platform helped resurge the popularity of The Neighbourhood’s “Sweater Weather” in 2020?
- A TikTok
- B Instagram
- C Spotify
12. What thematic element characterizes the music video for The Vaccines’ “Handsome”?
- A Futuristic sci-fi adventure
- B A kung-fu-inspired narrative
- C A surreal dream sequence
For TWENTY FOUR more ‘Music For The Dancers’ – Vintage 90s Music Videos – week 11/52 – click here and here
Tracklist
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1 . Armand van Helden – The Funk PhenomenaFeatured on the 1996 album “Old School Junkies: The Album”.
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2 . Bob Sinclar – My Only LoveFeatured on the 1998 album “Paradise”.
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3 . Clivilles & Cole – A Deeper Love
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4 . Sybil – So Tired of Being AloneFeatured on the 1993 album “Good ‘N’ Ready”.
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5 . Kylie Minogue – BreatheFeatured on the 1997 album “Impossible Princess”.
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6 . Energy 52 – Cafe Del Mar
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7 . EYC – The Way You Work ItFeatured on the 1994 album “Express Yourself Clearly”.
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8 . Mory Kante – Yeke YekeFeatured on the 1987 album “Akwaba Beach”.
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9 . Big Fun – Handful of PromisesFeatured on the 1990 album “A Pocketful of Dreams”.
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10 . JX – Close To Your Heart
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11 . David Bowie – Hallo Spaceboy [HD Upgrade]Featured on the 1995 album “Outside“. |
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12 . The KLF – America: What Time Is Love?
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And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. E.Y.C. took home the Best New Act and Best Roadshow Act awards at the 1994 Smash Hits Pollwinners Party, solidifying their popularity as a fresh musical force.
2. “Yé ké yé ké” became the first African single to sell over a million copies, reaching number one in various European countries and marking an international breakthrough for Mory Kanté.
3. “Handful of Promises” by Big Fun was notable for its televised performance on Top of the Pops, highlighting the band’s appeal during the late 1980s and early 1990s music scene.
4. JX’s “Close to Your Heart” found popularity in Israel, where it climbed to number three on the charts, reflecting its international dancefloor appeal.
5. The single release of “Hallo Spaceboy” by David Bowie was remixed by Pet Shop Boys, adding a futuristic disco touch while referencing Bowie’s Major Tom with new lyrics.
6. The KLF’s “America: What Time Is Love?” featured Glenn Hughes, formerly of Deep Purple, lending fame to the reworked, guitar-heavy version of their earlier hit.
7. Stooshe originally titled “Love Me” as “Fuck Me,” later changing it and featuring Travie McCoy, the track marked their chart debut.
8. “Heaven Knows” by The Pretty Reckless reached platinum certification by the RIAA for crossing 1 million units sold, a testament to its commercial success.
9. The music video for “Nobody” featured a Groundhog Day-inspired storyline with Martin Jensen and James Arthur playing bartenders caught in a time loop.
10. The 2012 single “What Can You Do For Me” stands out for its sample of a classic Eurythmics tune, maintaining the original’s essence while updating it for modern audiences.
11. TikTok catapulted “Sweater Weather” by The Neighbourhood back into the limelight in 2020, sparking a stream of renewed interest and Spotify plays.
12. The music video for “Handsome” by The Vaccines showcased a kung-fu themed adventure, marked by cheeky choreography and creative narrative flair.
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