How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Blackstreet, Naughty By Nature, Double Trouble, Five, Kevin Aviance, Pianoman, Folamour, George Michael, Duran Duran, The Chemical Brothers, Dj Bobo, Chicane
They are the performers of twelve vintage dance tunes that were ranked in various charts, this week (24/52) BUT … in the Nineties 90s.
1. Which producer co-created Blackstreet’s February 1993 track for the film *CB4*?
- A Jermaine Dupri
- B Sean Combs
- C Teddy Riley
2. Which jazz musician’s composition was sampled in Naughty By Nature’s June 1993 single?
- A Miles Davis
- B Donald Byrd
- C John Coltrane
3. Double Trouble’s “Rub-A-Dub” borrows elements from which musical artist’s work?
- A Mikey Dread
- B UB40
- C Paul Blake and The Blood Fire Posse
4. In Five’s 1998 music video, which band member is noted for a shirt color switch?
- A Abs Breen
- B Jason “J” Brown
- C Scott Robinson
5. Which venue hosted Kevin Aviance’s music video shoot for “Din Daa Daa” in 1997?
- A Limelight
- B Palladium
- C Webster Hall
6. Pianoman’s “Blurred” incorporates elements from which Blur song?
- A “Girls & Boys”
- B “Parklife”
- C “Song 2”
7. Which French producer collaborated with SG Lewis on “The Journey” album?
- A Folamour
- B Daft Punk
- C Justice
8. George Michael’s 1992 track was part of which benefit compilation?
- A AIDS Relief
- B Red Hot + Dance
- C Songs for Life
9. Duran Duran covered “White Lines” on which type of album?
- A Greatest Hits collection
- B Debut album
- C Covers album
10. Which track from The Chemical Brothers incorporates a line from Blake Baxter?
- A “Leave Home”
- B “Chemical Beats”
- C “Block Rockin’ Beats”
11. Which city serves as the backdrop for DJ BoBo’s sepia-toned music video?
- A London
- B New York City
- C Los Angeles
12. Which Chicane track is included on the album “Far from the Maddening Crowds”?
- A “Offshore”
- B “Sunstroke”
- C “Saltwater”
For TWELVE more ‘Music For The Dancers’ – Vintage 90s Music Videos – week 24/52 – click here
Tracklist
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1 . Blackstreet – Baby Be Mine (w/ Teddy Riley)Featured on the 1994 album “Blackstreet”.
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2 . Naughty By Nature – It’s OnFeatured on the 1993 album “19 Naughty III“.
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3 . Double Trouble – Rub A Dub
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4 . Five – Got The Feelin’Featured on the 1998 album “Five”.
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5 . Kevin Aviance – Din Da DaFeatured on the 1999 album “Box Of Chocolates”.
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6 . Pianoman – BlurredFeatured on the 1996 album “Blurred”.
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7 . Folamour – Lost In Space (w/ SG Lewis)
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8 . George Michael – Too FunkyFeatured on the 1992 album “Red Hot + Dance”.
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9 . Duran Duran – White LinesFeatured on the 1995 album “Thank You”.
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10 . The Chemical Brothers – Leave HomeFeatured on the 1995 album “Exit Planet Dust“.
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11 . Dj Bobo – Love Is All AroundFeatured on the 1994 album “There Is a Party”. |
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12 . Chicane – SunstrokeFeatured on the 1997 album “Far from the Maddening Crowds”.
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And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. Teddy Riley was an integral part of the track’s production, lending his signature style. Often collaborating with MCA Records artists, this stood as a notable entry in his discography.
2. Donald Byrd’s “French Spice” played a crucial role, bringing a jazz flair. Its integration accentuates Naughty By Nature’s diverse musical influences.
3. Paul Blake and The Blood Fire Posse’s “Rub a Dub Soldier” lends its timbre. Such sampling underscored Double Trouble’s nostalgic nods to reggae roots.
4. Jason “J” Brown’s quick-change artistry added visual intrigue. This detail served as a playful nod amidst scenes of boy-band antics.
5. Palladium saw Kevin Aviance channel George Kranz through modern styling. A fitting backdrop for a 1990s club hit revamp.
6. “Blurred” turned to “Girls & Boys” for riff inspiration. Blur’s influence added Britpop swell amid dance beats.
7. Folamour’s partnership with SG Lewis marked a pivotal juncture. Together, they crafted a dance track exemplifying cross-genre synergy.
8. Red Hot + Dance gained Michael’s tracks, helping support AIDS causes. This compilation merged music and activism with style.
9. Duran Duran’s covers album featured “White Lines,” reinterpreting the classics. Additions by hip-hop legends brought new energy.
10. “Leave Home” echoed Baxter’s line amidst eclectic samplings. It helped shape Chemical Brothers’ distinct electronic soundscape.
11. New York City’s streets framed DJ BoBo’s visuals. Sepia tones matched the lyrical nostalgia evoked by Eiben’s voice.
12. “Sunstroke” added depth to Chicane’s album, embodying electronic ethos. Its mixes reflected the diverse dance tradition Chicane embraced.
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