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How well do you know the music of Boris Dlugosch, Prince, DJ Supreme vs The Rhythm Masters, Roach Motel, Cathy Dennis, Carl Cox, Sex-O-Sonique, Jason Donovan, Right Said Fred, Inner City, Masterboy, Boney M. ? Take our 12-track quiz.
How well do you know the music of Natalie Cole, Peter Gabriel, Freddie Jackson, Eurythmics, Hanoi Rocks, Freeez, A Flock Of Seagulls, Blancmange, Inner City, George Michael, Isley Jasper Isley, Cliff Richard ? Take our 12-track quiz.
How well do you know the music of The Brand New Heavies, Aaliyah, Ten City, Inner City, Xscape, Busta Rhymes, Tony! Toni! Toné!, Johnny Gill, The Notorious B.I.G., Seal, Joe, Black Box ? Take our 12-track quiz.
How well do you know the music of The Three Degrees, Will Powers, The Cross, Rock Steady Crew, The Bangles, Terence Trent D’Arby, Double Trouble, Martika, Inner City, The Beatmasters, Big Audio Dynamite, Black Box? Take our 12-track quiz.
How well do you know the music of How well do you know the music of The Cool-Notes, The Manhattans, The Brothers Johnson, Ten City, Martha & The Muffins, Loose Ends, Kate Ceberano, Sinitta, Shakin' Stevens, Bow Wow Wow, Inner City, Siouxsie And The Banshees ? Take our 12-track quiz.? Take our 12-track quiz.
Ahmad, Gabrielle, Blacknuss, De La Soul, Main Source, Mase w/ Blackstreet, Inner City, The Notorious B.I.G., Lynden David Hall, The Click, Pras, Sporty Thievz
Pebbles, Jeffrey Osborne, Sly And Robbie, Third World, Nona Hendryx, Kylie Minogue, Kajagoogoo, Yazz, Five Star, S'Express, Inner City, Chaka Khan
Sonic Avengers, Mr. President, Dance 2 Trance, Inner City, The Invisible Man, Hollis P. Monroe, Army Of Lovers, Digital Orgasm, Swing Out Sister, Kenny G, Sven Väth, Ultracynic
How well do you know the music of Shaggy, Sounds Of Blackness, Johnny Gill, Lil' Kim, DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince, Ms. Lauryn Hill, M People, Gabrielle, Imani Coppola, DJ Kool, Rob Base, Inner City ? Take our 12-track quiz.
How well do you know the music of Inner City’s "Do Ya" mixes techno with jazz-swing vibes, hitting #44 in the UK and #5 on US Dance charts, while Rozalla’s take on "I Love Music" brings ‘90s energy to The O’Jays’ classic, topping US dance charts. Sugar Ray’s breezy "Fly" fuses reggae and pop, capturing late ‘90s optimism, as Skunk Anansie’s intense "Twisted (Everyday Hurts)" merges raw emotion with sharp guitars. Five’s cheeky "Slam Dunk (Da Funk)" oozes playful swagger, and M People’s "How Can I Love You More?" shines with Heather Small’s commanding vocals, becoming a club staple. Meanwhile, Captain Hollywood Project's "Impossible" blends Eurodance with Kim Sanders' emotional vocals, and Deuce’s "Call It Love" delivers radio-friendly charm with upbeat melodies. Dream Frequency’s "Feel So Real" bursts with euphoric rave vibes, and London Boys’ "Freedom" keeps things light, offering feel-good escapism.? Take our 12-track quiz.
The page highlights iconic tracks like The Sugarhill Gang’s “Rapper’s Delight,” a 1979 hip-hop cornerstone with its cheeky lyrics and Chic-sampled bassline, and Michael Jackson’s energetic 1987 hit “The Way You Make Me Feel,” brimming with swagger. Gloria Estefan’s vibrant “Rhythm Is Gonna Get You” merges Latin beats with glossy ‘80s pop, while The Gap Band’s funk-driven “Burn Rubber On Me” showcases synth-heavy grooves. Sheila and B. Devotion’s disco-infused “Spacer” features Chic’s magic touch with interstellar themes, while Neneh Cherry’s confident “Buffalo Stance” mixes hip-hop and pop with cutting-edge production. Inner City’s house anthem “Good Life” blends techno precision with disco warmth, and Alexander O’Neal’s “Criticize” oozes Minneapolis funk energy. Rose Royce’s “Is It Love You’re After” and The Nolans’ bubbly “I’m in the Mood for Dancing” round off the era’s mix of rhythm, defiance, and feel-good vibes.