How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Lonnie Gordon, Jam Tronik, Squeeze, Boney M vs Horny United , Dr. Alban, Spice Girls, Groove Armada, E-Z Rollers, K-klass , Fatboy Slim, Interactive, Dream Frequency
They are the performers of twelve vintage dance tunes that were ranked in various charts, this week (18/52) BUT … in the Nineties 90s.
For TWENTY FOUR more ‘Music For The Dancers’ – Vintage 90s Music Videos – week 18/52 – click here and here
Tracklist
 |
1 . Lonnie Gordon – Gonna Catch YouFeatured on the 1993 album “Bad Mood”.
|
|
|
2 . Jam Tronik – Another Day In Paradise
|
|
|
3 . Squeeze – Cool For CatsFeatured on the 1979 album “Cool for Cats”.
|
|
|
4 . Boney M vs Horny United – Ma Baker Somebody Scream
|
|
|
5 . Dr. Alban – Sing HallelujahFeatured on the 1992 album “One Love”.
|
|
|
6 . Spice Girls – Who Do You Think You AreFeatured on the 1997 album “Spiceworld”.
|
|
|
7 . Groove Armada – If Everybody Looked the SameFeatured on the 1999 album “Vertigo”.
|
|
|
8 . E-Z Rollers – Walk This LandFeatured on the 1999 album “Weekend World”.
|
|
|
9 . K-klass – Rhythm Is A MysteryFeatured on the 1991 album “K2”.
|
|
|
10 . Fatboy Slim – Michael JacksonFeatured on the 1996 album “Better Living Through Chemistry”.
|
|
|
11 . Interactive – Forever YoungFeatured on the 1994 album “Touché”. |
|
|
12 . Dream Frequency – Take Me (w/ Debbie Sharp)Featured on the 1992 album “One Nation”.
|
And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. “Gonna Catch You” was a significant success in the dance music scene, reaching the top spot on the US Hot Dance Club Play chart. Gordon’s collaboration with Black Box was a defining move towards dance music notoriety.
2. Jam Tronik’s version of “Another Day in Paradise” takes its rhythmic groove from “Break 4 Love” by Raze. This drum loop added a distinct dance vibe to the cover.
3. Chris Difford took on a rare role as lead vocalist for Squeeze’s single “Cool for Cats.” His usual position was more behind the scenes as a songwriter and rhythm guitarist.
4. “Somebody Scream! Ma Baker” is a remix of the 1977 track by Boney M. It updates the original with a trance and Euro house vibe, maintaining the essence of the disco classic.
5. Dr. Alban’s track received platinum certifications in both Australia and Germany. These sales accolades highlighted the song’s widespread appeal across different music markets.
6. The Spice Girls favored a verse-pre-chorus-chorus structure for their hit track from the album *Spice*. This format allowed each member to showcase their vocal talents harmoniously.
7. “If Everybody Looked the Same” was primarily composed by Andy Cato and Tom Findlay of Groove Armada, with contributions from other songwriters giving it a collaborative flair.
8. E-Z Rollers’ “Walk This Land” added a gritty yet sophisticated edge to the soundtrack of *Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels*, fitting the film’s vibrant and bustling atmosphere.
9. A polished arrangement of piano and saxophone distinguished K-Klass’s track, securing its place as a memorable entry in the early ’90s dance music scene.
10. “Michael Jackson” was released as a notable double A-side from Fatboy Slim’s debut album. It’s recognized for its innovative use of samples and distinctive big beat style.
11. Interactive’s cover of “Forever Young” retains a slightly modified chorus, the only direct carryover from the original. This version casts a modern electronic dance sound on the classic hit.
12. “Take Me” by Dream Frequency incorporates the phrase “Let’s Go!” from the film *The Adventures of Ford Fairlane*. This sample contributes to the track’s energetic and dynamic character.
For THE FULL ‘MUSIC FOR THE DANCERS’ COLLECTION click here
