How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : DJ Miko, Tin Tin Out, Technotronic, Aftershock, Nuttin’ Nyce, Gala, Klubbheads, Shiva, Warp 9, The Human League, Shut Up And Dance, Agnelli & Nelson
They are the performers of twelve vintage dance tunes that were ranked in various charts, this week (33/52) BUT … in the Nineties 90s.
1. What song by DJ Miko is a Eurodance cover of a 4 Non Blondes hit?
- A What’s Up
- B Hey Now
- C Please Don’t Go
2. What year did Tin Tin Out release their debut single featuring Sweet Tee?
- A 1992
- B 1993
- C 1994
3. Who provided vocals for Technotronic’s single that peaked at UK number 40 in 1991?
- A Ya Kid K
- B Felly
- C Réjane Magloire
4. On which record label was the 1993 single featuring numerous remixes released?
- A EMI
- B Virgin
- C Sony
5. Which girl group released a single that peaked at US R&B/Hip-Hop Songs number 25?
- A TLC
- B Nuttin’ Nyce
- C En Vogue
6. Who co-wrote the 1997 hit single by Gala that reached number one in Italy?
- A Jo Callis
- B Filippo Andrea Carmeni
- C Chris Lowe
7. Which Dutch production group released a single peaking at UK number 35 in 1997?
- A Vengaboys
- B Klubbheads
- C 2 Unlimited
8. What was the name of the tribute single released by Shiva after the death of Louise Dean?
- A Freedom
- B Stay
- C Goodbye
9. Which artist’s single titled “Whammer Slammer” was released in 1994?
- A Warp 9
- B Snap!
- C The KLF
10. Which band released a synth-pop track produced by Martin Rushent in 1990?
- A Depeche Mode
- B Human League
- C Pet Shop Boys
11. What year did Shut Up and Dance’s single “The Art of Moving Butts” chart in the UK?
- A 1991
- B 1992
- C 1993
12. Which Northern Irish duo released a trance single on Xtravaganza in 1998?
- A Agnelli & Nelson
- B The Thrillseekers
- C Chicane
For TWELVE more ‘Music For The Dancers’ – Vintage 90s Music Videos – week 33/52 – click here
Tracklist
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1 . DJ Miko – What’s Up
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2 . Tin Tin Out – The Feeling (w/ Sweet Tee)
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3 . Technotronic – WorkFeatured on the 1991 album “Body To Body”.
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4 . Aftershock – Slave To The VibeFeatured on the 1993 album “Slave to the Vibe”.
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5 . Nuttin’ Nyce – Froggy StyleFeatured on the 1993 album “Down 4 Whateva”.
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6 . Gala – Come Into My LifeFeatured on the 1997 album “Come Into My Life”.
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7 . Klubbheads – Discohopping
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8 . Shiva – Freedom
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9 . Warp 9 – Whammer Slammer
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10 . The Human League – Heart Like A WheelFeatured on the 1990 album “Romantic?”.
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11 . Shut Up And Dance – The Art Of Moving Butts (w/ Erin)Featured on the 1992 album “Death Is Not the End”. |
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12 . Agnelli & Nelson – El Nino
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And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. “What’s Up” by 4 Non Blondes was covered by DJ Miko in 1993, adding a Eurodance vibe to the rock classic. This version was part of the Italian dance act’s catalog and produced by SAIFAM.
2. Tin Tin Out debuted in 1994 with a single featuring Sweet Tee. This release marked their entrance into the UK music scene, and it included samples from Sweet Tee’s previous work.
3. Réjane Magloire, credited as Reggie, lent her vocals to Technotronic’s 1991 single. Magloire was integral during this phase of Technotronic’s chart presence.
4. Virgin label released a 1993 single encompassing various mixes. The release included distinct formats, sustaining chart interest for several weeks.
5. Nuttin’ Nyce, an American girl group, released their hit in 1995. The single accomplished a respectable position on the US R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart.
6. Filippo Andrea Carmeni co-authored Gala’s 1997 track, which saw extensive success, including being a chart-topper in Italy and Spain.
7. Klubbheads, a Dutch production trio, released a 1997 single that hit the UK charts. Known for their prolific presence, they peaked at number 35 with their hard-hitting club rhythms.
8. “Freedom” was released by Shiva as a heartfelt tribute to Louise Dean. It charted within the top 20 of the UK Singles Chart in 1995.
9. Warp 9 released “Whammer Slammer” in 1994. The track stands as a hallmark of the house style prevalent during the mid-90s era.
10. Human League collaborated again with Martin Rushent for a 1990 release. The track, part of the Romantic? album, reaffirmed the band’s synth-pop credentials.
11. Shut Up and Dance’s single “The Art of Moving Butts” charted in 1992. It reflects their known style within the early 90s UK rave scene.
12. Agnelli & Nelson released a trance single in 1998 under Xtravaganza, marking another milestone in their early career and the evolving trance music landscape.
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