How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : ZHU, Clean Bandit, Khalid, Calvin Harris & Disciples, Vic Mensa, DJ Snake, Tough Love, Digital Farm Animals, Benny Blanco, Kojo Funds, Drumsound and Bassline Smith, Netsky
They are the performers of twelve dance tunes that ranked in various charts, this week (33/52) BUT … in the Tens 2010s.
1. What chart success did “Faded” achieve in Billboard’s rankings?
- A Number one on the Dance Club Songs chart
- B Number three on the Hot 100
- C Number twelve on the Alternative Songs chart
2. Who directed the music video for Clean Bandit’s “Come Over” featuring Stylo G?
- A Clean Bandit
- B Ben Dickinson
- C Rock Jacobs
3. How long is Khalid’s solo album version of his single featuring A Boogie wit da Hoodie?
- A 4:15
- B 3:15
- C 3:35
4. Whose uncredited vocals feature on Calvin Harris and Disciples’ track?
- A Gavin Koolmon
- B Ina Wroldsen
- C Nathan Duvall
5. The music video narrative for Vic Mensa’s 2014 single relates to which lyrical motif?
- A Sunrise
- B Reset
- C Dream
6. Which artist was added in the official remix of DJ Snake’s single that featured J Balvin and Tyga?
- A Ozuna
- B Maluma
- C Daddy Yankee
7. The track “Pony (Jump On It)” by Tough Love features vocals from which artist?
- A Nelly
- B Stylo G
- C Ginuwine
8. What remix contributor is associated with Digital Farm Animals and Cash Cash’s collaboration with Nelly?
- A Alan Walker
- B DJ Snake
- C Fred V & Grafix
9. Benny Blanco’s debut single as a lead artist includes which collaborating vocalists?
- A Halsey and Khalid
- B Beth Ditto and Netsky
- C DJ Snake and Tyga
10. Which director is associated with the music video for a 2019 single collaboration between a UK artist and a Nigerian singer?
- A Sesan Ogunro
- B Director X
- C Director Lx
11. Drumsound & Bassline Smith’s track on Wall of Sound has how many remixes in the digital download package?
- A Four
- B Five
- C Six
12. The single by Netsky featuring Beth Ditto was released under which label in the United States?
- A Ultra Records
- B Sony Music Entertainment UK Limited
- C La Musique Fait La Force
For TWELVE more ‘Music For The Dancers’ – 2010s Music Videos – week 33/52 – click here
Tracklist
1 . ZHU – Faded |
‘Baby, I’m wasted All I wanna do is drive home to you’
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| Filmed (supposedly) in Paris, directed and edited by ZHU, the video for his single “Faded” digs into the darker side of nightlife, showcasing a world devoid of inhibitions. The track itself is a blend of big-room club vibes with the essence of Chicago-house, a powerful bassline, and haunting vocals. |
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Featured on the 2014 album “The Nightday”. Lyrics >> Review >> More by the same : Official Site |
2 . Clean Bandit – Come Over (w/ Stylo G) |
‘The place you want to reach is right in front of you’
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| Come Over by the British electronic group Clean Bandit features reggae artist Stylo G and showcases auto-tuned vocals from band member Grace Chatto. The music video, directed by band bassist Jack Patterson, was shot in the icy landscapes of Svalbard, Norway with Chatto in fur attire and in the vibrant scenes of Marrakech, Morocco. |
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Featured on the 2014 album “New Eyes”. Lyrics >> Review >> More by the same : Official Site |
3 . Khalid – Right Back (w/ A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie) |
| Merging R&B and Hip Hop, “Right Back” by Khalid, featuring A Boogie wit da Hoodie, showcases a relaxed and summery essence. The accompanying sunlit video, directed by Director X, portrays the artists at a daytime barbecue that transitions into a nighttime celebration. |
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Featured on the 2019 album “Free Spirit”. Lyrics >> Review >> More by the same : Official Site |
4 . Calvin Harris & Disciples – How Deep Is Your Love |
‘Let me roam your body freely No inhibition, no fear’
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| Urging listeners to embrace their feelings, “How Deep Is Your Love” is a dance hit with a catchy chorus, blending Calvin Harris’s electronic expertise with the South London trio Disciples’ powerful vocals. The music video, featuring model – “Look at how gorgeous my hair is” – Gigi Hadid, showcases various scenes from underground parties to yachts. |
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5 . Vic Mensa – Down On My Luck |
| Produced by Stefan Ponce, the track “Down On My Luck” showcases a blend of deep house with an infectious hook and Mensa’s urban flow. The accompanying video depicts Mensa navigating a club night, facing tougher challenges but ultimately prevailing. |
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6 . DJ Snake – Loco Contigo (w/ J. Balvin & Tyga) |
| In the lively video directed by Colin Tilley, DJ Snake and J Balvin cruise a desert in a pink Cadillac, amidst oversized snails and camels, vibrant colors, and whimsical elements. The track “Loco Contigo” is a fusion of reggaeton, EDM, and hip-hop, featuring J Balvin’s signature rhythms and Tyga’s distinct flow. |
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Featured on the 2019 album “Carte Blanche”. Lyrics >> Review >> More by the same : Official Site |
7 . Tough Love – Pony [Jump On It) |
‘Just once if I have the chance The things I would do to you’
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| The British production duo, Tough Love, consisting of Alex and Stefan, presents “Pony (Jump On It).” |
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8 . Cash Cash & Digital Farm Animals – Millionaire (w/ Nelly) |
| The trio Cash Cash, composed of Jean Paul Makhlouf, Alex Makhlouf, and Samuel Frisch, collaborates with Digital Farm Animals and famous rapper Nelly on “Millionaire.” |
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Featured on the 2016 album “Blood, Sweat & 3 Years”. |
9 . Benny Blanco – Eastside (w/ Halsey & Khalid) |
| Benny Blanco’s debut single “Eastside,” featuring Khalid and Halsey, delves with a dancehall mid-tempo rhythm into the nuances of young love and induced nostalgia. The accompanying video showcases Blanco’s daily life, blending humor with poignant moments, and highlights Halsey’s personal memories. |
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Featured on the 2018 album “Friends Keep Secrets”. |
10 . Kojo Funds – I Like (w/ Wizkid) |
| On “I Like,” produced by Rymez and G.A, Wizkid and his Afro-Caribbean vocals collaborate with London-based rapper Kojo Funds, whose desire is to be the sole focus of his love interest. The accompanying video showcases the artists enjoying a tropical beach setting. |
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11 . Drumsound and Bassline Smith – Through The Night (w/ Tom Cane) |
‘Let me feel you as the sun comes up again’
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| Through the Night is a track by the British electronic group Drumsound & Bassline Smith – Simon “Bassline” Smith, Andrew Wright, and Benjamin Wiggett – featuring Tom Cane’s vocals. |
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Featured on the 2013 album “Wall of Sound”. |
12 . Netsky – Running Low (w/ Beth Ditto) |
‘I’m not dealing with myself I’m running low’
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| Beth Ditto of Gossip collaborates with Belgian DJ Netsky, whose real name is Boris Daenen, has made a mark in the producing world. The accompanying music video for “Running Low” features a young woman in a trance, with neither artist appearing in it. |
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And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. “Faded” by Zhu charted at number one on Billboard’s US Dance Club Songs chart, proving its club popularity. The track’s success also extended to high placements in Australia and the UK.
2. The music video for Clean Bandit’s “Come Over” was directed by the group itself, Clean Bandit. This approach matches their hands-on style for creative projects.
3. Khalid’s solo album version runs 3:35. This differs from the single version featuring A Boogie wit da Hoodie, indicating distinct takes on the same song.
4. Ina Wroldsen, though uncredited, provides vocals for Calvin Harris and Disciples’ track. Her distinct voice adds depth to this collaboration.
5. Vic Mensa’s video explores a “reset” motif, reflecting the iterative scenes. This creative choice aligns with the song’s looping lyrics and arrangement.
6. Ozuna was added in the remix of DJ Snake’s single, enhancing the track’s Latin flair. The remix revamped the original lineup by replacing Tyga.
7. Tough Love’s “Pony (Jump On It)” is enhanced by Ginuwine’s vocals. This rework introduces his iconic voice to a new generation.
8. Alan Walker contributed a remix for Digital Farm Animals and Cash Cash’s track featuring Nelly. His remix adds an electronic edge to the original.
9. Benny Blanco’s debut single as a lead artist features vocals by Halsey and Khalid. This collaboration contributed to its chart-topping global success.
10. Director Lx helmed the video for the 2019 UK and Nigerian artist collaboration. His work complements the song’s international appeal.
11. Drumsound & Bassline Smith’s digital download package offers six remixes, providing diverse takes that cater to different tastes and remix culture enthusiasts.
12. In the U.S., Netsky featuring Beth Ditto released under Ultra Records. This label is known for supporting electronic music across various artists.
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NB . You may wonder what are these “Quotes” attached to certain photos above. Well! For a specific song, we select a still image from the video on one side and choose a lyric from the song on the other side. We ensure that the lyric has a connection to the image, although sometimes the connection may be far-fetched or based on a double entendre, creating a humorous or meme-like combination when the two are merged together. Et voilà!
