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Smile.dk
Smile.dk (sometimes written SMiLE.dk or Smile-dk, pronounced ''Smile D-K'') or Smile is a Swedish Eurodance group with Veronica Almqvist as the only current member. The band is known for many songs featured in music video games, such as ''Dance Dance Revolution''. They have regularly appeared on ''Dancemania'' since its tenth issue. Smile.dk has been one of the most featured acts in the ''Dancemania'' series, along with the likes of Captain Jack and E-Rotic. History Veronica Almqvist and Nina Boquist first formed as Smile, and released their first album ''Smile'' in 1998. It received significant attention in Japan. The first single from the album, "Butterfly", was licensed by Konami and featured in the first release of ''Dance Dance Revolution'', a popular dance video game. The second single from the album, "Boys", pays homage to Sabrina Salerno's hit "Boys (Summertime Love)". The album was later re-released with new artwork and bonus tracks in Japan, where it was certified go ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Dance Dance Revolution (1998 Video Game)
(''DDR''), is a music video game, developed by Konami, released in arcades on September 26, 1998 in Japan. ''Dance Dance Revolution'' is a unique game involving dance and rhythm that defined the genre. It involves timing and balance by having players use their feet instead of their hands like typical video games. In March 1999, the game was released for North American arcades, and for European arcades under the name ''Dancing Stage''. ''Dance Dance Revolution'' is cited as one of the greatest video games ever made. Players and game critics were caught off-guard by the game's addictive qualities winning the new franchise many merits to its design. On Saturday, April 10, 1999, ''Dance Dance Revolution'' was released for the Japanese PlayStation, adding new music and gameplay elements. A console release was not made for any other region until 2001. Gameplay The objective of ''Dance Dance Revolution'' is to move one's feet to a set pattern. Players must step to the beat, matching ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
