How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : The Ting Tings, Waze & Odyssey vs. R. Kelly, Jessie J, Duck Sauce, Busted, Showtek, Timbaland, Jay Sean, Bondax, Tieks, Iggy Azalea, Chase & Status
They are the performers of twelve twelve dance tunes that ranked in various charts, this week (43/52) BUT … in the Tens 2010s.
1. What lyrical element of The Ting Tings’ “Hands” draws a direct influence from David Bowie’s music?
- A The bass line
- B The opening line
- C The chorus melody
2. Which sample is prominently used in Waze & Odyssey’s “Bump & Grind 2014” remix?
- A Michael Jackson’s “Thriller”
- B Nightcrawlers’ “Push the Feeling On”
- C Daft Punk’s “Around the World”
3. Where was Jessie J’s second single from *Sweet Talker* recorded?
- A Quad Studios, New York
- B Abbey Road Studios, London
- C Sun Studios, Memphis
4. Duck Sauce’s track “Barbra Streisand” emulates the cover art of which Streisand album?
- A The Broadway Album
- B Guilty
- C A Love Like Ours
5. On What You’re On by Busted was produced in collaboration with which co-producer notable for a disco influence?
- A Alex Metric
- B Mark Ronson
- C Calvin Harris
6. Which record label initially released Showtek’s collaboration track featuring Sonny Wilson?
- A Spinnin’ Records
- B Atlantic Records
- C Def Jam Recordings
7. In Timbaland’s “Pass At Me,” which artist is NOT featured in the music video?
- A David Guetta
- B Pitbull
- C Cardi B
8. What do the lyrics and theme of Jay Sean’s “2012 (It Ain’t the End)” reference?
- A A famous novel
- B Mayan calendar predictions
- C An ancient prophecy
9. What prompted Bondax to write “All I See”?
- A A breakup
- B Losing a laptop
- C A euphoric festival experience
10. Who provided vocals for the Dance track released by Tieks in 2014?
- A Grace Carter
- B Celeste
- C Becky Hill
11. “Change Your Life” by Iggy Azalea marks her debut in which musical role?
- A Songwriter
- B Producer
- C Singer
12. Chase & Status’s “Count on Me,” featuring Moko, belongs to which music genre?
- A Deep House
- B Drum and Bass
- C Trance
For TWELVE more ‘Music For The Dancers’ – 2010s Music Videos – week 43/52 – click here
Tracklist
1 . The Ting Tings – Hands |
| The music video is directed by Jules De Martino. |
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Featured on the 2010 album “Sounds from Nowheresville”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
2 . Waze & Odyssey vs. R. Kelly – Bump & Grind 2014 |
| The music video is directed by Anthony Chirco. |
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3 . Jessie J – Burnin’ Up (w/ 2 Chainz) |
| The music video is directed by Hannah Lux Davis. |
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Featured on the 2014 album “Sweet Talker”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
4 . Duck Sauce – Barbra Streisand |
| The music video is directed by So Me. |
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5 . Busted – On What You’re On |
| The music video is directed by Andrew Hines. |
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Featured on the 2016 album “Night Driver”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
6 . Showtek – Booyah (w/ We Are Loud & Sonny Wilson) |
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7 . Timbaland – Pass At Me (w/ Pitbull) |
| The music video is directed by Aaron Platt, Joseph Toman. |
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Featured on the 2011 album “Shock Value II”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
8 . Jay Sean – 2012 [It Ain’t The End] (w/ Nicki Minaj) |
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Featured on the 2010 album “Freeze Time”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
9 . Bondax – All I See |
| The music video is directed by Brendan Canty & Conal Thomson. |
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10 . Tieks – Sing That Song (w/ Celeste) |
| The music video is directed by Selina Miles. |
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11 . Iggy Azalea – Change Your Life (w/ T.I.) |
| The music video is directed by Jonas & François . |
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Featured on the 2013 album “The New Classic”. |
12 . Chase & Status – Count On Me (w/ Moko) |
| The music video is directed by Charlie and Joe. |
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Featured on the 2013 album “Brand New Machine”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. “Hands” by The Ting Tings opens with a line inspired by David Bowie’s “Modern Love.” This nods to their Berlin recordings and influences.
2. The track “Bump & Grind 2014” by Waze & Odyssey samples Nightcrawlers’ “Push the Feeling On,” underpinning the remix’s success.
3. Jessie J’s second single from *Sweet Talker* was indeed recorded at Quad Studios in New York, capturing its vibrant sound.
4. The cover art for “Barbra Streisand” by Duck Sauce imitates Streisand’s 1980 album “Guilty,” but with a feathery twist.
5. Busted’s “On What You’re On” disco flair comes from co-producer Alex Metric, who helped craft its danceable vibe.
6. Showtek’s collaboration, featuring Sonny Wilson, debuted with Spinnin’ Records, later reaching wider audiences.
7. In the “Pass At Me” video, Pitbull and David Guetta appear, but Cardi B is entirely absent from this visual fiesta.
8. Jay Sean’s “2012 (It Ain’t the End)” draws from Mayan calendar doomsday tales, infusing pop with apocalyptic flair.
9. Bondax wrote “All I See” after a laptop mishap, turning misfortune into creative spark and new musical direction.
10. Vocalist Celeste graced Tieks’ 2014 track, marking her early collaboration before solo stardom and acclaim.
11. Iggy Azalea’s “Change Your Life” introduces her vocal debut as a singer, broadening her artistic range.
12. “Count on Me” by Chase & Status features drum and bass vibes, showcasing the genre’s signature speed and energy.
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