How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Stuntmasterz, Kream & Jake Tarry, Ch!Pz, Medicine8, The Ones, Baby Bumps, Marco Denmark, Casey Barnes, Smoke2Seven, Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons, Dee Dee, Rezonance Q, Humanoid
They are the performers of twelve vintage dance tunes that were ranked in various charts, this week (09/52) BUT … in the Noughties 2000s.
1. What year was Marco Demark and Casey Barnes’ version of “Tiny Dancer” released?
- A 2008
- B 2010
- C 2012
2. What was the original name of the band Smoke2Seven?
- A Holy Smoke
- B Smoke Rings
- C The Smokes
3. Which member of The Four Seasons co-wrote “Beggin'”?
- A Nick Massi
- B Bob Gaudio
- C Tommy DeVito
4. Who provided vocals for Dee Dee’s “The One”?
- A Diana Trippaers
- B Erik Vanspauwen
- C Christophe Chantzis
5. Which group released the song “Someday” in 2003?
- A Rezonance Q
- B Ultrabeat
- C Snap!
6. What vocal sample appears repeatedly in Humanoid’s “Stakker Humanoid”?
- A Breakbeat
- B Humanoid
- C Acid
7. Which year did Ready for the World release “Love You Down”?
- A 1990
- B 1986
- C 1983
8. Which movie inspired Bob Seger’s lyrics for “We’ve Got Tonight”?
- A The Sting
- B The Godfather
- C Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid
9. Who sang backing vocals on Foreigner’s “I Want to Know What Love Is”?
- A New Jersey Mass Choir
- B The Bee Gees
- C Fleetwood Mac
10. What was the original name of the band Quarterflash?
- A Seafood Mama
- B Flashpoint
- C Waveforce
11. Which director filmed the music video for Soft Cell’s “Say Hello, Wave Goodbye”?
- A Russell Mulcahy
- B Tim Pope
- C David Mallett
12. Who were the producers behind Silk’s “Hooked On You”?
- A Jam & Lewis
- B Soulshock & Karlin
- C Babyface
For TWENTY FOUR more ‘Music For The Dancers’ – Vintage 2000s Music Videos – week 09/52 – click here and here
Tracklist
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1 . Stuntmasterz – The Lady Boy Is Mine
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2 . Kream & Jake Tarry – Once Again
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3 . Ch!Pz – CowboyFeatured on the 2004 album “The Adventures of Ch!pz”.
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4 . Medicine8 – Rock Music Pays OffFeatured on the 2002 album “Iron Stylings”.
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5 . The Ones – Superstar
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6 . Baby Bumps – I Got This Feeling
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7 . Marco Denmark, Casey Barnes – Tiny Dancer
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8 . Smoke2Seven – EnvyFeatured on the 2003 album “Fighting Fire”.
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9 . Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons – Beggin’ [Pilooski Re-Edit]
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10 . Dee Dee – The One
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11 . Rezonance Q – Someday
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12 . Humanoid – Stakker HumanoidFeatured on the 1989 album “Global “.
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And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. Marco Demark and Casey Barnes released their cover of “Tiny Dancer” in 2008. The version came out on February 1st as part of a single track. Originally by Elton John, this cover extended its reach with several electronic remixes over the years.
2. Smoke2Seven was first known as Holy Smoke before their name change. The trio gained some attention in the early 2000s with their pop music, and they toured alongside some notable artists.
3. Bob Gaudio, a member of The Four Seasons, co-wrote “Beggin’.” Notably, the song’s enduring popularity illustrated by covers and remixes showcases Gaudio’s songwriting impact.
4. Diana Trippaers lent her distinctive vocals to Dee Dee’s “The One.” The track, as part of Dee Dee’s roster, enjoyed considerable airplay and topped dance charts globally when released.
5. Rezonance Q released “Someday” in 2003. This cover version charted successfully in the UK, marking a pivotal moment for the group and contributing significantly to their reputation.
6. In Humanoid’s “Stakker Humanoid,” the word “Humanoid” is famously sampled repeatedly. This acid house track became an anthem in the UK rave scene in the late ’80s.
7. “Love You Down” by Ready for the World came out in 1986. It achieved notable chart success and reinforced the group’s impact on the R&B music scene.
8. Bob Seger’s “We’ve Got Tonight” was inspired by a line from “The Sting.” The movie fueled Seger’s classic ballad, complementing its heartfelt lyrics with compelling music.
9. The New Jersey Mass Choir provided backing vocals for Foreigner’s “I Want to Know What Love Is.” Their contribution added a gospel influence that helped the track achieve critical and commercial success.
10. Quarterflash was initially called Seafood Mama before adopting their more familiar name. The change coincided with a new record deal and increased their presence in the music world.
11. Tim Pope directed the music video for Soft Cell’s “Say Hello, Wave Goodbye.” The duo’s distinctive style was captured in the video, enhancing the song’s impact and reach.
12. Soulshock & Karlin produced Silk’s “Hooked On You.” Their production style, known for its R&B finesse, helped characterize the smooth sound that Silk is famous for.
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