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Do Wah Diddy Diddy
"Do Wah Diddy Diddy" is a song written by Jeff Barry and Ellie Greenwich and originally recorded in 1963, as "Do-Wah-Diddy", by the American vocal group the Exciters. ''Cash Box'' described the Exciters' version as "a sparkling rocker that bubbles over with coin-catching enthusiasm" and said that the "great lead job is backed by a fabulous instrumental arrangement." It was made internationally famous by the British band Manfred Mann. Manfred Mann version It was soon covered by British R&B, beat and pop band Manfred Mann. Manfred Mann's version was released on 10 July 1964. It spent two weeks at No. 1 of the UK Singles Chart in August and two weeks at No. 1 of the U.S. ''Billboard'' Hot 100 in October. ''Billboard'' said it "features powerful beat with Mann's solo echoed by male chorus." ''Cash Box'' described it as "a thumpin' novelty rocker that's right up the teeners' alley." Chart history Weekly charts Year-end charts Fun Factory version In 1995, Fun Factory r ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Manfred Mann
Manfred Mann were an English rock band, formed in London and active between 1962 and 1969. The group were named after their keyboardist Manfred Mann, who later led the successful 1970s group Manfred Mann's Earth Band. The band had two different lead vocalists, Paul Jones from 1962 to 1966 and Mike d'Abo from 1966 to 1969. Prominent in the Swinging London scene of the 1960s, the group regularly appeared in the UK Singles Chart. Three of their most successful singles, "Do Wah Diddy Diddy", "Pretty Flamingo", and " Mighty Quinn", topped the UK charts. The band's 1964 hit " 5-4-3-2-1" was the theme tune for the ITV pop music show ''Ready Steady Go!''. They were also the first southern-England-based group to top the US ''Billboard'' Hot 100 during the British Invasion. History Beginnings (1962–1963) The Mann–Hugg Blues Brothers were formed in London by keyboard player Manfred Mann and drummer/ vibes/piano player Mike Hugg, who formed a house band in Clacton-on-Sea th ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Billboard (magazine)
''Billboard'' (stylized as ''billboard'') is an American music and entertainment magazine published weekly by Penske Media Corporation. The magazine provides music charts, news, video, opinion, reviews, events, and style related to the music industry. Its music charts include the Hot 100, the 200, and the Global 200, tracking the most popular albums and songs in different genres of music. It also hosts events, owns a publishing firm, and operates several TV shows. ''Billboard'' was founded in 1894 by William Donaldson and James Hennegan as a trade publication for bill posters. Donaldson later acquired Hennegan's interest in 1900 for $500. In the early years of the 20th century, it covered the entertainment industry, such as circuses, fairs, and burlesque shows, and also created a mail service for travelling entertainers. ''Billboard'' began focusing more on the music industry as the jukebox, phonograph, and radio became commonplace. Many topics it covered were spun-off ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Eurochart Hot 100
The European Hot 100 Singles was compiled by '' Billboard'' and ''Music & Media'' magazine from March 1984 until December 2010. The chart was based on national singles sales charts in 17 European countries: Austria, Belgium (two charts separately for Flanders and Wallonia), Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom. , the European Hot 100 had accumulated 400 number one hits. The final chart was published on December 11, 2010, following the news of ''Billboard'' closing their London office and letting their UK-based staff go. The final number one single on the chart was "Only Girl (in the World)" by Rihanna. History Europarade Top 30 The first attempt at a Europe-wide chart was the Europarade, which was started in early 1976 by the Dutch TROS radio network. The chart initially consisted of only six countries: the Netherlands, UK, France, Germany, Belgium and Spain. In 1979 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Don't Go Away (Fun Factory Song)
"Don't Go Away" is a song by German Eurodance band Fun Factory, released in April 1996 by various labels as the fourth single from the band's second album, '' Fun-Tastic'' (1995). The song is written by Bülent Aris, Toni Cottura and Rodney Hardison, and was a success especially in Spain, peaking at number six. Additionally, it was a top 40 hit in Austria (31) and Germany (37). Outside Europe, "Don't Go Away" reached number 93 on the '' Billboard'' Hot 100 chart in the US. Its accompanying music video was directed by V. Hannwacker & M. Rosenmüller, featuring the band performing at a party on the beach. Critical reception Larry Flick from '' Billboard'' described the song as "a reggae-splashed ditty", comparing it to Ace of Base's 1992 hit "All That She Wants". He added that the key difference is "the use of throaty male rapping, as well as a slew of versions that tip-toe through jeep-funk and house grooves". A reviewer from British magazine ''Music Week'' gave it three out ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Celebration (Fun Factory Song)
"Celebration" is a song by German Eurodance band Fun Factory, released in August 1995 by various labels as the second single from the band's second album, ''Fun-Tastic'' (1995). The song is performed by Marie-Anett Mey and the rap parts is by Smooth T (a.k.a. Toni Cottura). A sizeable hit in Europe, it was a top 10 hit in Spain (10), and a top 20 hit in France (19) and Germany (12). Outside Europe, the single reached number nine on the ''RPM'' Dance/Urban chart in Canada and number 88 on the ''Billboard'' Hot 100 in the US. The accompanying music video for "Celebration" was directed by Marcus Adams. Critical reception Larry Flick from ''Billboard'' wrote, "Speaking of musical calls for peace and unity, this red-hot Euro-dance act drops its standard rapid pace down to a per-cussive pop/reggae groove for this engaging plea for racial harmony. The result is the act's most appealing single to date. Do not be surprised if this is also Fun Factory's biggest hit, too. You are likely t ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Toni Cottura
Toni Cottura (born 7 June 1971), better known by his stage name Smooth T., is an Italian-born German Eurodance and hip hop producer and rapper. Musical career He started his career in 1988 as a hip hop producer with David Fascher and later worked with DJ Shahin. In 1993, he founded the Eurodance group Fun Factory, where he started as a dancer before he went on to producer, songwriter and then moving up to rapping on the band's second album. Fun Factory disbanded in 1996. Cottura and partner Bülent Aris began to concentrate on their hip-hop collective, known as the Booya Family. While at Booya, he produced tracks for a variety of artists including Nana (a.k.a. Darkman), Pappa Bear, Ray Horton, Jonestown, A.K. Swift and Alex Prince, mostly in hip hop and R&B. He also produced tracks for boy bands 'N Sync (" Here We Go", "U Drive Me Crazy") and Backstreet Boys (" Get Down") and collaborated with P. Diddy. In 2000, Cottura parted ways with Aris and disbanded Booya, returnin ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Curb Records
Curb Records (also known as Asylum-Curb and formerly known as MCG Curb) is an American record label started by Mike Curb, originally as Sidewalk Records in 1963. From 1969 to 1973, Curb merged with MGM Records where Curb served as President of MGM and Verve Records. History Throughout the years, the Curb Companies have had major successes with such artists as the Stone Poneys (featuring Linda Ronstadt), Eric Burdon and War, Sammy Davis Jr., the Osmond Family (including Donny & Marie), Lou Rawls, Exile, the Righteous Brothers, Solomon Burke, Gloria Gaynor, the Hondells, the Arrows (featuring Davie Allan), Lyle Lovett, Roy Orbison, the Electric Flag (featuring Mike Bloomfield and Buddy Miles), the Sylvers, and the Four Seasons. The Four Seasons' comeback album, ''Who Loves You'', included "December 1963 (Oh, What a Night)". It was the first single to spend more than one year on the ''Billboard'' Hot 100 Chart. Curb's roster past and present includes Chet Atkins, Rodney ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Eurodance
Euro-Dance (sometimes referred to as Euro-NRG, Euro-electronica or Euro) is a genre of electronic dance music that originated in the late 1980s in Europe. It combines many elements of hip hop, techno, Hi-NRG, house music, and Euro-Disco. This genre of music is heavily influenced by the use of rich vocals, sometimes with rapped verses. This, combined with cutting-edge synthesizers, strong bass rhythm and melodic hooks, establishes the core foundation of Euro-Dance music. History Background Euro-Dance music originated in the late 1980s in central Europe, especially in Germany, where rave parties were becoming popular. By 1987, a German party scene was started by Tauseef Alam, based on the well established Chicago house sound and Belgian new beat in Frankfurt. The following year saw acid house making a significant impact on popular consciousness in Germany and central Europe as it had in England. In 1989, German DJs Westbam and Dr. Motte established the Ufo Club, an illega ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Fun-Tastic
''Fun-Tastic'' is the second album by German Eurodance group Fun Factory. Track listing # Dreaming — 5:22 # Celebration — 3:26 # Doh Wah Diddy — 4:43 # Oh Yeah Yeah (I Like It) — 4:50 # I Love You — 4:56 # Don't Fight — 5:57 # I Wanna B with U — 3:33 # Together Forever — 6:30 # Don't Go Away "Don't Go Away" is a song by English rock band Oasis from their third album, '' Be Here Now'' (1997). Written by Noel Gallagher, the song was released as a commercial single only in Japan, peaking at number 48 on the Oricon chart, and as a pro ... — 5:09 # All For You (Close To You 2) — 4:20 # Be Good To Me — 4:25 # Back In The Days — 6:10 # Take Your Chance — 3:56 Charts Album Singles References External links * ''Fun-Tastic'' oDiscogs 1995 albums Fun Factory (band) albums Curb Records albums {{1990s-electronic-album-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Fun Factory (band)
Fun Factory is a German eurodance group formed in 1992, originally consisting of founding members Balca Tözün, Rodney Hardison, Toni Cottura and Stephan Browarczyk. They have been nicknamed simply Balja, Rod D., Smooth T. and Steve. The group enjoyed success throughout the '90s. Band history 1992–94: Formation, ''Non Stop-The Album'' and Balca's departure The group was founded in 1992 with Balca Tözün from Turkey, Rodney Hardison from America, and Toni Cottura and Stephan Browarczyk from Germany. They released their first singles "Fun Factory's Theme" and "Groove Me" in 1992 and 1993. Fun Factory released their debut album ''Nonstop! The Album'' in 1994. Before their third single release " Close to You" in late 1993, the group reported that lead singer Balca Tözün had been replaced with Marie-Anett Mey, an entertainer from Paris, France.Larkin, Colin (1998) ''The Virgin Encyclopedia of Dance Music'', Virgin Books, , p. 126 " Close to You" became their first chart succe ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Single Top 100
The Dutch Single Top 100 or Single Top 100 is a Dutch chart, based on official physical single sales, legal downloads and since July 2013 streaming and composed by Dutch Charts. It is one of the three official charts, the other two being the Dutch Top 40 and the Mega Top 30. The difference is that these charts also include airplay data. The list is especially intended for the music industry and those who take an interest in charts. In Dutch TV programmes the ''Single Top 100'' is often cited, although it has not been broadcast since December 2006. History The predecessor of the Single Top 100 started on 23 May 1969 as the ''Hilversum 3 Top 30''. Originally it was broadcast by the VPRO and ever since December 1970 by the NOS. It was presented by Willem van Kooten. In 1971 Felix Meurders hosted the radio show. He renamed it the ''Daverende Dertig''. In June 1974 the ''Nationale Hitparade'' became the official chart of Hilversum 3. It was a top 30 until the number of entries was ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
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