How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Jessy, Róisín Murphy, Faithless, Röyksopp, The Saturdays, Steve Angello & Laidback Luke, Busface , FC Kahuna, Yeah Yeah Yeahs, TourdeForce, The Pipettes, N’n’G
They are the performers of twelve vintage dance tunes that were ranked in various charts, this week (14/52) BUT … in the Noughties 2000s.
1. Which artist contributed to the songwriting and production of “You Know Me Better” by Róisín Murphy?
- A Calvin Harris
- B Andy Cato
- C Mark Ronson
2. Who provided vocals on Faithless’ track “Music Matters” from their album To All New Arrivals?
- A Dido
- B Cass Fox
- C Maxi Jazz
3. What song by Röyksopp from their album Junior samples Parliament’s 1976 single “Do That Stuff”?
- A Happy Up Here
- B The Girl and the Robot
- C Vision One
4. Which rapper was featured in a remixed version of The Saturdays’ song “Higher”?
- A Flo Rida
- B Jay-Z
- C T.I.
5. What previous song by Robin S. was remixed by Steve Angello and Laidback Luke into “Show Me Love”?
- A Luv 4 Luv
- B I Want to Thank You
- C Show Me Love (1993)
6. Under what name is Sophie Ellis-Bextor credited in the Busface track “Circles (Just My Good Time)”?
- A Mademoiselle S.E.B.
- B Mademoiselle E.B.
- C Miss S.E.B.
7. In which video game does FC Kahuna’s track “Glitterball” appear?
- A Need for Speed: Underground
- B FIFA 2003
- C Grand Theft Auto: Vice City
8. Which band released the single “Zero” as the lead track from their album *It’s Blitz!*?
- A The Strokes
- B Yeah Yeah Yeahs
- C Vampire Weekend
9. What is the name of the EP featuring TourdeForce’s song “The Calling”?
- A Six in the Key of Life
- B Six in the Key of Death
- C Six in the Key of Fear
10. Which all-male band backed The Pipettes when they released “Your Kisses Are Wasted on Me”?
- A The Cassettes
- B The Retros
- C The Demos
11. What year was the UK garage track “Right Before My Eyes (Club Mix)” by N’n’G released?
- A 2000
- B 1998
- C 2002
12. Who was commemorated in Sting’s song “Fragile” on his 1987 album *…Nothing Like the Sun*?
- A Ben Linder
- B Ansel Adams
- C Nelson Mandela
For TWENTY FOUR more ‘Music For The Dancers’ – Vintage 2000s Music Videos – week 14/52 – click here and here
Tracklist
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1 . Jessy – Look At Me NowFeatured on the 2004 album “Rain”.
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2 . Róisín Murphy – You Know Me BetterFeatured on the 2007 album “Overpowered”.
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3 . Faithless – Music MattersFeatured on the 2006 album “To All New Arrivals”.
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4 . Röyksopp – Happy Up HereFeatured on the 2009 album “Junior”.
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5 . The Saturdays – HigherFeatured on the 2010 album “Headlines!”.
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6 . Steve Angello & Laidback Luke – Show Me Love (w/ Robin S)
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7 . Busface – Circles [Just My Good Time] (w/ Mademoiselle E.B.)Featured on the 2005 album “Devils, Sharks & Spaceships”.
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8 . FC Kahuna – GlitterballFeatured on the 2002 album “Machine Says Yes”.
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9 . Yeah Yeah Yeahs – ZeroFeatured on the 2009 album “It’s Blitz!”.
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10 . TourdeForce – The Calling
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11 . The Pipettes – Your Kisses are Wasted On MeFeatured on the 2006 album “We Are the Pipettes”. |
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12 . N’n’G – Right Before My Eyes (w/ Kallaghan)
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And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. Andy Cato co-wrote and produced “You Know Me Better” alongside Róisín Murphy. The track also credits Ill Factor in its production. It showcases Murphy’s distinct style.
2. Cass Fox lent her vocals to “Music Matters,” adding depth to the track. Her voice complements the lyrical theme derived from artistic influences like Jimmy and Curtis Mayfield.
3. “Happy Up Here” samples Parliament’s “Do That Stuff” and adds Röyksopp’s electronic flair to it. The track stands out in their 2009 album Junior with innovative beats.
4. Flo Rida featured on The Saturdays’ remixed version of “Higher.” His inclusion followed their chart competition with his singles, enriching the track’s dynamic.
5. Steve Angello and Laidback Luke remixed Robin S.’s track “Show Me Love” from 1993. Their version topped charts and reinvigorated the classic house hit with new energy.
6. Sophie Ellis-Bextor appeared as Mademoiselle E.B. in Busface’s “Circles (Just My Good Time).” The track mixes dance elements with Ellis-Bextor’s unmistakable pop vocals.
7. “Glitterball” by FC Kahuna found its way into the game Need for Speed: Underground. Its inclusion helped reinforce the game’s immersive electronic soundtrack appeal.
8. The Yeah Yeah Yeahs released “Zero” from their album *It’s Blitz!* The track exemplifies Karen O’s eclectic style and received multiple remixes, broadening its audience.
9. “The Calling” is featured on TourdeForce’s EP titled “Six in the Key of Death.” A tribute to Death in June, it integrates electronic and guitar elements uniquely.
10. The Pipettes were backed by The Cassettes when they released “Your Kisses Are Wasted on Me.” The backing band added a retro feel to the pop group’s playful style.
11. “Right Before My Eyes (Club Mix)” by N’n’G was released in 2000, embodying the essence of UK garage. It sampled a 1988 song by Patti Day, delivering a refreshing twist.
12. “Fragile” by Sting references Ben Linder, honoring his contribution and untimely death in Nicaragua. The track reflects on the impermanence and vulnerability of life.
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