How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : N-Joi, Nina Hagen & Adamski, Todd Terry, Barry Manilow, D-Mob, N-Trance, BBE, Niels Van Gogh, Gary Clail, On-U Sound System, 2 House, MCB, Fire Island
They are the performers of twelve vintage dance tunes that were ranked in various charts, this week (14/52) BUT … in the Nineties 90s.
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Tracklist
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1 . N-Joi – Anthem
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2 . Nina Hagen & Adamski – Get Your BodyFeatured on the 1992 album “Naughty”.
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3 . Todd Terry – Ready For A New Day (w/ Martha Wash)Featured on the 1991 album “Ready For A New Day”.
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4 . Barry Manilow – Copacabana [At The Copa] [Remix]
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5 . D-Mob – That’s The Way Of The World (w/ Cathy Dennis)Featured on the 1990 album “A Little Bit of This, a Little Bit of That”.
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6 . N-Trance – D.I.S.C.OFeatured on the 1995 album “Happy Hour”.
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7 . BBE – FlashFeatured on the 1997 album “Games”.
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8 . Niels Van Gogh – Pulverturm
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9 . Gary Clail, On-U Sound System – Human Nature
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10 . 2 House – Go TechnoFeatured on the 1989 album “Pump Up The Jam”.
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11 . MCB – This Beat Is Technotronic (w/ Daisy Dee)
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12 . Fire Island – Shout To The Top (w/ Loleatta Holloway)
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And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. Nina Hagen provided vocals for the song, contributing to its unique and expressive sound. Her collaboration with Adamski resulted in an eclectic track blending synth and electronic elements.
2. In 1997, Todd Terry released the album featuring Martha Wash. “Ready for a New Day” showcases Wash’s powerful vocals and marked a notable entry in electronic dance music.
3. “Copacabana” was inspired by a conversation and Manilow’s visits to the famous nightclub. It tells a vivid story, mixing real experiences with fictional drama.
4. D Mob and Cathy Dennis achieved a number-one spot with their track on the US Billboard Hot Dance Club Play chart. The collaboration proved their dynamic appeal in the dance scene.
5. N-Trance covered “D.I.S.C.O.”, originally by Ottawan. Their version added rap elements, reflecting the 1990s dance music scene’s evolution.
6. “Flash” sits comfortably in the dream trance category, known for its ethereal melodies and rhythmic beats. B.B.E. made a mark with this characteristic sound.
7. The track “Pulverturm” includes the line “Can I get a hand.” This phrase threads through the track, adding an intriguing vocal texture to the house and trance mix.
8. Gary Clail used a re-recorded version of a Billy Graham speech in “Human Nature.” Such adaptation retains thematic intent while sidestepping licensing issues.
9. 2 House’s “Go Techno” was released in versions like Joeski Dub, emphasizing its adaptability across house and techno genres with various remixes.
10. The MCB version of “This Beat Is Technotronic” features Daisy Dee. Her involvement added a fresh twist to the cover, maintaining its dancefloor appeal.
11. Iconic vocalist Loleatta Holloway features in “Shout To The Top.” Her contribution adds soulful depth to the cover, making it a memorable dance hit.
12. Stewart Levine produced Simply Red’s cover, defining its polished pop sound. The production maintained the song’s emotional resonance, capturing audiences worldwide.
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