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-based electro-funk studio project, best known for their 10-minute track "Infatuation". "Infatuation" was recognized and included on various post-disco compilation albums such as ''The Perfect Beats, Vol. 2'', released by

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History

An early example of the New York Electro sound, "Infatuation" was one of the earliest influences of what would become known as freestyle; the tempo of this song is 122

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. Infatuation was written and produced by Eddie Colon and Fred Zarr with lyrics by W.Negron. The song was an NYC summer anthem and received heavy rotation on both New York and Miami Radio and clubs. Infatuation was a particular favorite at the Funhouse where DJ John "Jellybean" Benitez, who actually "broke" the track, rocked the house.

Discography

Partial singles

;"Infatuation"

Legacy

The track can be found on various compilation albums, including: *''The Perfect Beats, Vol. 2'', released in 1998 by

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.The Perfect Beats, Vol. 2
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References

{{Authority control American boogie musicians American freestyle music groups American garage house musicians Musical groups established in 1983 Musical groups from New York City