How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Ozomatli, CeCe Peniston, Nikki D, Etienne de Crecy, Juliet Roberts, Nomad, E-Zee Possee & MC Kinky, Apache Indian, Samantha Fox & DJ Milano, Gina G, 2 Unlimited, Captain Hollywood Project
They are the performers of twelve vintage dance tunes that were ranked in various charts, this week (12/52) BUT … in the Nineties 90s.
1. What unique musical fusion does Apache Indian’s “Chok There” showcase?
- A Bhangramuffin
- B Reggaeton
- C Dubstep
2. Which celebrity collaborated with Samantha Fox for the “Santa Maria” cover?
- A DJ Milano
- B Calvin Harris
- C David Guetta
3. Where was the music video for Gina G’s “Fresh!” filmed?
- A Los Angeles
- B New York
- C Miami
4. What performance element characterized the video for 2 Unlimited’s “Here I Go”?
- A Fireworks
- B Stilt walkers
- C Laser lights
5. What record signifies “Only With You” in Germany?
- A Silver
- B Double Platinum
- C Gold
6. How did Marcus Collins first gain widespread recognition?
- A Britain’s Got Talent
- B The X Factor
- C The Voice
7. What inspired Ella Henderson’s “Mirror Man” lyrically?
- A A sibling rivalry
- B A selfish lover
- C Political commentary
8. Which previous career did Paloma Faith have before music?
- A Photographer
- B Magician’s assistant
- C Dancer
9. In Little Mix’s “No More Sad Songs,” who features as a guest artist?
- A Machine Gun Kelly
- B Drake
- C Post Malone
10. What is a central theme in Ava Max’s “So Am I”?
- A Material wealth
- B Fame and fortune
- C Self-love and outcast identity
11. Which new musical style is explored by Amy Macdonald in “Don’t Tell Me That It’s Over”?
- A Folk-jazz fusion
- B Rock with distorted guitars
- C Traditional folk ballads
12. Which tour exposed Starsailor to American college audiences with “Poor Misguided Fool”?
- A Glastonbury Festival
- B MTV Campus Invasion
- C Coachella
For TWELVE more ‘Music For The Dancers’ – Vintage 90s Music Videos – week 12/52 – click here
Tracklist
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1 . Ozomatli – Cut Chemist SuiteFeatured on the 1998 album “Ozomatli”.
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2 . CeCe Peniston – FinallyFeatured on the 1992 album “Finally”.
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3 . Nikki D – Daddy’s Little GirlFeatured on the 1991 album “Daddy’s Little Girl “.
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4 . Etienne de Crecy – Prix ChocFeatured on the 1997 album “Super Discount”.
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5 . Juliet Roberts – I Want YouFeatured on the 1994 album “Natural Thing”.
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6 . Nomad – I Wanna Give You Devotion (w/ MC Mikee Freedom)Featured on the 1991 album “Changing Cabins”.
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7 . E-Zee Possee & MC Kinky – Everything Starts With An ‘E’Featured on the 1992 album “The Bone Dance”.
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8 . Apache Indian – Chok ThereFeatured on the 1993 album “No Reservations”.
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9 . Samantha Fox & DJ Milano – Santa Maria
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10 . Gina G – FreshFeatured on the 1997 album “Fresh!”.
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11 . 2 Unlimited – Here I GoFeatured on the 1994 album “Real Things”. |
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12 . Captain Hollywood Project – Only With YouFeatured on the 1993 album “Love Is Not Sex”.
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And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. Bhangramuffin is Apache Indian’s trademark blend of bhangra and dancehall, evident in “Chok There.” The track mixes languages and traditional instruments, capturing global attention.
2. DJ Milano joined forces with Samantha Fox for the cover of “Santa Maria” in 1997, marking a return to the charts for Fox in multiple countries.
3. Gina G’s “Fresh!” music video embraced the sunny vibe of Miami, complementing the song’s energetic pop aesthetic.
4. Stilt walkers appear in the black-and-white video for “Here I Go,” adding an otherworldly touch to 2 Unlimited’s performance.
5. “Only With You” earned a gold certification in Germany, acknowledging its commercial success and wide appeal in the market.
6. Marcus Collins’ runner-up spot on The X Factor catapulted him to fame, eventually leading to his rendition of “Seven Nation Army.”
7. Ella Henderson’s track “Mirror Man” takes aim at a self-centered lover, offering a sharp lyrical portrayal wrapped in bluesy funk tones.
8. Before capturing the music scene, Paloma Faith doubled as a magician’s assistant, highlighting her flair for performance.
9. “No More Sad Songs” features Machine Gun Kelly, blending his rap style with Little Mix’s pop beats for a notable collaboration.
10. “So Am I” by Ava Max champions self-acceptance and embracing one’s uniqueness, resonating with listeners worldwide.
11. Amy Macdonald’s “Don’t Tell Me That It’s Over” introduces a rock-infused edge, departing from her earlier folk soundscapes.
12. Starsailor reached new audiences through the MTV Campus Invasion tour, enriching their U.S. exposure with “Poor Misguided Fool.”
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