How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Kiesza, Meghan Trainor, will.i.am, Alma, OMI, Rita Ora, Cheryl, Blackpink, Rudimental & Major Lazer, Tiësto, Jonas Blue & Rita Ora, Demi Lovato, Wilkinson
They are the performers of twelve twelve dance tunes that ranked in various charts, this week (25/52) BUT … in the Tens 2010s.
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Tracklist
1 . Black Eyed Peas – Don’t Stop The Party |
| The music video is directed by Ben Mor. |
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Featured on the 2010 album “The Beginning”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
2 . Lost Frequencies – Are You With Me |
| The music video is directed by Erik van der Zwan, Jesse Vulink. |
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Featured on the 2015 album “Less Is More”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
3 . Alexandra Burke – Let It Go |
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Featured on the 2012 album “Heartbreak on Hold”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
4 . Jessie J – Wild (w/ Big Sean, Dizzee Rascal) |
| The music video is directed by Emil Nava. |
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Featured on the 2013 album “Alive”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
5 . Adam Lambert – Ghost Town |
| The music video is directed by Hype Williams. |
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Featured on the 2015 album “The Original High”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
6 . Jennifer Lopez – Live It Up (w/ Pitbull) |
| The music video is directed by Jessy Terrero. |
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7 . Wiley – Lights On (w/ Angel & Tinchy Stryder) |
| The music video is directed by Rohan Blair-Mangat. |
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Featured on the 2013 album “The Ascent”. |
8 . Axwell /\ Ingrosso – On My Way |
| The music video is directed by Christian Larson. |
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Featured on the 2015 album “More Than You Know”. |
9 . Mabel – Mad Love |
| The music video is directed by Marc Klasfeld. |
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Featured on the 2019 album “High Expectations”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
10 . David Guetta & Chris Willis – Gettin’ Over You (w/ Fergie & LMFAO] |
| The music video is directed by Rich Lee. |
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Featured on the 2010 album “One Love”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
11 . DJ Fresh & Adam F – Believer |
| The music video is directed by Jon Jon Augustavo. |
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12 . Måns Zelmerlöw – Heroes |
| The music video is directed by Fredrik “Benke” Rydan. |
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Featured on the 2015 album “Perfectly Damaged”. |
And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. The recording is classified under EDM, hip house, and Dutch house genres. Its lively beat fits these electronic-centric categories.
2. Tommy Lee James, Terry McBride, and Shane McAnally initially wrote the song before Lost Frequencies revamped it for his chart-topping version.
3. Alexandra Burke filmed “Heartbreak on Hold” in London, making use of the London Underground and a car park for dance-filled scenes.
4. Jessie J’s single features Big Sean and Dizzee Rascal trading verses and adding their unique rap styles to her pop vocals.
5. The song “Ghost Town” by Adam Lambert begins with an intriguing Western-style whistle before delving into more modern EDM sounds.
6. Pitbull, known for his dance-pop collaborations, appears alongside Jennifer Lopez, adding his distinct flair to the track.
7. “Wiley” is the stage name of Richard Cowie, a key figure in the UK grime scene and architect behind the famous 2013 track.
8. Axwell / Ingrosso’s track was showcased during ESPN’s extensive 2015 World Series of Poker coverage, adding an energetic backdrop.
9. Mabel’s single “High Expectations” became her third UK top-10 hit from her debut album, solidifying her presence in pop music.
10. The popular dance track “Gettin’ Over You” features guest performances by the lively duo LMFAO, alongside Guetta and others.
11. Set in F minor, DJ Fresh and Adam F’s collaboration brings energy and characteristic intensity to listeners.
12. In 2015, Måns Zelmerlöw’s entry triumphed in the Eurovision Song Contest, leading to a victorious performance with “Perfectly Damaged”.
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