How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Kid ‘N Play, Stetsasonic, Bobby Byrd, Wreckx N Effect, Newcleus, London Boys, Stephanie Mills, Jerry Harrison, The Specials, Gloria Estefan, S’Express, Stevie Wonder
They are the performers of twelve vintage dance tunes that were ranked in various charts, this week (37/52) BUT … in the EIghties 80s.
1. What was “Gittin’ Funky” by Kid ‘N Play notable for achieving on the charts?
- A Billboard Hot 100
- B Billboard Hot R&B\/Hip-Hop Songs
- C Billboard Hot Dance Club Songs
2. Who directed the music video for Love and Money’s “Halleluiah Man”?
- A Gary Katz
- B Pete Chambers
- C Pete Cornish
3. In which of Céline Dion’s albums was “One Heart” featured as a single?
- A Taking Chances
- B Falling Into You
- C One Heart
4. Which city notably hosted a 2018 performance of “Look Who’s Dancing” by Ziggy Marley & The Melody Makers?
- A New York
- B Paris
- C Kingston
5. What inspired the title of “Jam On Revenge (The Wikki Wikki Song)” by Newcleus?
- A Classic vinyl sound
- B A hip hop dance move
- C DJ scratching effect
6. Which music video marked Donnie Wahlberg’s directorial debut for the group featured in the 2008 track?
- A Hangin’ Tough
- B Summertime
- C The Right Stuff
7. Which composer’s opera is reinterpreted in the electronic track from McLaren’s album *Fans*?
- A Giuseppe Verdi
- B Giacomo Puccini
- C Richard Wagner
8. Which producer worked on Taking Back Sunday’s “A Decade Under the Influence”?
- A Lou Giordano
- B Stephen Hague
- C Butch Vig
9. In what format was Pizzaman’s track released under Cowboy Records?
- A Digital download
- B CD single
- C 12-inch vinyl
10. Which 1975 track is sampled in the electropunk song produced by Xenomania?
- A Hotel California
- B Hair Of The Dog
- C Bohemian Rhapsody
11. What significant theme does Avicii’s track “For a Better Day” address?
- A Environmental issues
- B Human trafficking
- C Economic inequality
12. What unique filming element was used for Michael Jackson’s role in the “Torture” music video?
- A Michael’s hologram
- B A wax dummy
- C A stunt double
For TWELVE more ‘Music For The Dancers’ – Vintage 80s Music Videos – week 37/52 – click here
Tracklist
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1 . Kid ‘N Play – Gittin’ FunkyFeatured on the 1988 album “2 Hype”.
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2 . Stetsasonic – Talkin’ All That JazzFeatured on the 1988 album “In Full Gear”.
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3 . Bobby Byrd – I Know You Got SoulFeatured on the 1988 album “James Brown’s Funky People”.
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4 . Wreckx N Effect – New Jack Swing (w/ Teddy Riley)Featured on the 1989 album “Wreckx-N-Effect”.
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5 . Newcleus – Jam On Revenge [The Wikki Wikki]Featured on the 1983 album “Jam on Revenge”.
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6 . London Boys – Harlem DesireFeatured on the 1989 album “The Twelve Commandments”.
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7 . Stephanie Mills – The Medicine SongFeatured on the 1984 album “I’ve Got The Cure”.
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8 . Jerry Harrison – Rev It UpFeatured on the 1988 album “Casual Gods”.
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9 . The Specials – Racist FriendFeatured on the 1984 album “In the Studio”.
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10 . Gloria Estefan – Oye Mi CantoFeatured on the 1989 album “Cuts Both Ways”.
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11 . S’Express – Mantra For A State Of MindFeatured on the 1991 album “Intercourse”. |
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12 . Stevie Wonder – Part Time LoverFeatured on the 1985 album “In Square Circle“.
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And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. “Gittin’ Funky” reached number 53 on the Billboard Hot R&B\/Hip-Hop Songs chart in 1988. It also made it to number 24 on the Hot Rap Songs chart, reflecting Kid ‘N Play’s rising popularity.
2. The music video for “Halleluiah Man” was directed by Pete Cornish. It found a solid display on MTV and VH1, capturing the visual style of the late ’80s.
3. “One Heart” was featured as a single in Céline Dion’s album aptly named *One Heart*. It was part of her successful dance-pop forays and promoted globally.
4. The group performed “Look Who’s Dancing” in Paris in 2018. Ziggy Marley & The Melody Makers are known for their optimistic and empowering songs.
5. “Jam On Revenge (The Wikki Wikki Song)” features the “wikki wikki” vocal effect, inspired by the DJ scratching sound. This electronic track stood out in the hip-hop and electro scene.
6. Donnie Wahlberg co-directed the video for “Summertime” with Thomas Kloss. It features nostalgic beach scenes, and memories of summer romance.
7. The track from McLaren’s *Fans* album reinterprets Giacomo Puccini’s opera. It’s a fusion of classical and contemporary styles with electronic elements.
8. Lou Giordano produced “A Decade Under the Influence.” His work contributed to the polished yet intense sound of Taking Back Sunday’s album.
9. Pizzaman’s track was released in a 12-inch vinyl format under Cowboy Records. It enjoyed moderate chart success, reaching UK peaks in 1996.
10. The electropunk song produced by Xenomania samples Nazareth’s 1975 hit “Hair Of The Dog”. It showcases a distinct mix of genres and structural creativity.
11. Avicii’s “For a Better Day” addresses human trafficking. Its poignant narrative and video deepen awareness of this critical issue.
12. A wax dummy was used for Michael Jackson’s role in the “Torture” video. This decision became a point of intrigue and reflected the high-profile nature of the production.
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