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September 2004
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DanceTalk * 9-28-04
Happy Birthday wishes to Wendy Bess, Barb Maron and Kathi O'Neill.
Condolences to our good friend Riff Wysoczanski on the loss of his father, this past week. Are heart felt thoughts and prayers are with him.
Please note the new date for Ron & Donna's Holiday Spectacular ...
Saturday, December 18th is the 12th annual event. Our goal is to avoid any scheduling conflicts with other dance socials that same evening. This years event should prove to be awesome. The Van McCoy Dance Contest returns along with the biggest one night dance social on the East Coast. Check out next weeks DanceTalk® for the new location and details.
This Tuesday night at Michael's Cafe we will be celebrating Susan Edelstein's birthday. Come on over to Bensalem, Pa. and dance to the music of DJ Mark as he spins hott music for some of the best dancers on the East coast.
The third annual Mad Jam (mid Atlantic Dance) returns March 3-6th, 2005 with a new location, the Sheraton National Alexandria, Va. This is a 4 star hotel overlooking the DC skyline which was completely renovated last year. Mad Jam is now an IHDA sanctioned Hustle competition. Stay tuned for all the details.
This Sunday is City Scene, at the Rockaway Cafe. Come out to the party and join this great night of dancing hosted by DJ Johnny V, Bobby O & Keith Harrison. If the dancers don't support this night it will go away. Valley Stream (43 Rockaway Ave. 516 872- 2223). Doors open at 8PM, $6 cover, www.DjJohnnyV.com
I hope you enjoy my review of the Dance Music Hall Of Fame. It was an incredible evening. Also, read the Spotlight feature on Gary McDonald and his contributions to the new motion picture Shall We Dance.
This issue of DanceTalk®. is sponsored by the Jan 27 - 31, 2005 - Hustle Dance Cruise 2005, come join the fabulous invited staff: DJs Nino Torre (NY), Johnny Ortiz (NJ), Bobby Gerard (FL), Instructors Billy Marti, Chris Hemmer, Diane Nardone, Carl Charles, Mary Poma & Luis Rosa, Bobby O, MC Ron Bess, Event Organizers Drew Axelrod & Caren Casper, www.hustlecruise.com
Make it a great week,
Ron
Spotlight
'Gary McDonald'
He is quickly becoming a dance legend, Gary McDonald, half of the incredible team of Gary and Diana, has gone, Hollywood, at least for the making of the new motion picture 'Shall We Dance'. Gary was brought on as the head dance trainer for the stars ...two of today's biggest box office draws actors Richard Gere and Jennifer Lopez.
Working along with choreographer Liz Curtiz, Gary had spent three intense months training the actors. JLO has a strong background in Jazz, hip hop while Richard Gere has minimal experience in soft shoe. The ultimate goal was to make them shine in the Quick Step and Waltz. Gary stresses the fact "there are no dance doubles." What you see - is them. The movie is based on the original motion picture which dates back 67 years ago to 1937. The lead actors in the original were the incomparable team of Fred Astair and Ginger Rogers. Considered to be their best work, the movie had a Gershwin score including the hits 'Lets Call the Whole Thing Off' and 'They Can't Take That Away From Me.' Clearly, Gary had a big challenge on his hands but with his championship record, he thrives in these situations. Along with his wife Diana, Gary has competed in 24 World Championships and was the first American couple to win the World Ballroom title. They are also the undefeated United States 10-Dance Champions for the past 10 years, competing in ten styles of ballroom. You may have seen them dance or co-host on television stations NBC, ESPN, A&E or PBS.
Gary's incredible dance history began at the early age of 7. Coming from a dance family, he spent five days a week - Eight hours a day with actor Richard Gere, for three months in preparation for the movie. This required Gary to work in Canada with Jennifer Lopez. Jennifer who has so many credits and titles to her name (recording artist, actress, videos, perfume and clothing lines) previously performed with Diana McDonald, years ago in the same dance troop in NY.
Not being busy enough, Gary makes his dance/acting debut as he performs in the movie with JLO as her dance partner.
With great anticipation for the national release on October 15, 2004, http://www.miramax.com/shallwedance , the red carpet debut will take place on Wednesday the 13th. Gary is quite proud of the final production. "It looks great," states Gary, "both actors did a fine performance."
Backed by the London Philharmonic Orchestra, many of the original classic songs are used thru out the movie.
Gary & Diane are the co-owners of the Rogers Dancesport Center in Fairfield, New Jersey. They also host their own annual ballroom competition, the Manhattan Dance Sport Championships.
We look forward to the theatrical release of Shall We Dance and hope it gives the dance industry a well deserved boost. You can read more about Gary and Diana at the following sites. www.Dancesportcenter.com , www.Manhattandancesport.com
www.GaryNDiana.com
Dance Music Hall Of FameReview)
Last Monday, Spirit in New York City hosted an incredible Red Letter celebration of the music and stars of the 70's and 80's. This night was a 30 year odyssey thru the music that created the disco era. The Dance Music Hall Of Fame recognizes the contributions of those who have had a significant impact on the evolution and development of dance music. This past week 13 notable artists, producers, remixers, DJs and individual records were inducted. This industry event brought many of the genius's of yesterday together for an uplifting evening. To balance out the gala of performances, tributes, awards and DJ sets.... 7 hustle dance couples took to the stage to entertain the audience. Raluca Georgio & Walter Levy, Luis Rosa & Mary Poma, Chris Bates & Trisha Caballero, Ron Bess & Joanne Piazza, Donna Boyle & David Padilla, Susan Fritz & Carl Charles and Bobby O & Yvette Rivera.
The night got under way with a music set by Long Island DJ Jackie McCloy.
The Masters of Ceremonies were Al Bandero, of radio station WKTU, along with Nile Rogers from the group Chic. Hall OF Fame Board member Thomas Silverman (CEO of Tommy Boy Records) inducted music legend Henry Stone. Mr. Stone was given the Life Time Achievement award for his six decades of contributions. Henry was a music pioneer/producer and signed K.C. and the Sunshine Band and many other important musicians to his TKO record label. Earl Young, from the Trammps, inducted Tom Mouton for his remixing. Tom is noted for the work he completed with Gloria Gaynor, First Choice, MFSB, the Trammps and many others.
Other recipients included: Thelma Houston's song "Don't Leave ME this way,"
DJ David Mancuso, the record "Love Is The Message" by MFSB, The BeeGees,
DJ Larry Levan, Singer/composer Barry White, the song "You Make Me Feel Mighty Real" by Sylvester. Donna Summer was inducted and her award was received by her daughter Amanda, on her behalf. Amanda is the mirror image of her beautiful Mom. The tall, dark and gorgeous Singer/actress RuPaul inducted producer/composer/writer Giorgio Moroder. Donna Summer along with Giorgio set the Gold Standard for dance music in the 70's and 80's. Giorgio's production work with Donna Summer won them both numerous Grammy awards. However, he has also been the recipient of many Emmy awards for his motion picture soundtracks including Flashdance, Fame, Top Gun, Scarface and so much more. Mr. Moroder also composed the hits "Here TO Eternity," "The Chase" and "Get On the Funk Train" ...A true musical genius.
Also inducted was the late DJ Tee Scott, and the song "I Feel Love" by Donna Summer.
Each year the nominating committee will select nominees in all the categories and then send the choices to an international voting committee made up of over 1000 dance music experts. Candidates become eligible 25 years after their contribution or record release.
Martha Wash, from the groups Weather Girls and Two Tons OF Fun, sung happy birthday to Nile Rogers and also wished a sad good-bye to her long time friend/singer Izora Rhodes Armstrong, who passed away just days ago. Izora and Martha were the singers for Sylvester. Evelyn 'Champagne' King sung her classic hit "Shame." Her song was inducted into the Hall of Fame. Kurtis Blow rapped his popular hit "These Are The Brakes"...and showed us that he can still get down and break dance.
D Train's lead singer took the stage and performed one of their classic hits that had the audience spelled bound. It was simply superb. A special tribute to Donna Summer was performed by contemporary artists Reina and Kim Sozzi. The two sung a duet of 'Last Dance' which was a defining moment of the night. Reina currently has the number one dance song in the nation "When I Close My Eyes" while Kim has the monster hit "How Did You Know" which is climbing the charts with a bullet.
Dance music royalty was in full attendance: Frankie Knuckles (the Whistle song), Vince Montana Jr. of the Salsoul Orchestra (composer/writer), Promoter Magique,
DJ Nicki Siano, Randy Jones from the Village People, Marty Angelo from Disco Step by Step, Bernard Lopez from DiscoMusic.Com, DJ Pete Jones, The Ritchie Family,
Mel from West End Records, DJ Nino Torre From Midnight Music company and singer Fonda Rae....
Proceeds from the gala go to Lifebeat in efforts to continue the fight against Aids.
We look forward to next years awards and the continued recognition these artists deserve. The honorable Mayor Bloomberg said it best by proclaiming September 20, 2004, Dance Music Hall Of Fame Day.
To view pictures from the Hall Of Fame night visit:
http://www.ringmasterproductions.com/gallery/dmhof1/dmhof.htm
http://www.discomusic.com/101-more/3124_0_7_0_C/
http://www.discostepbystep.com/
DanceTalk * 9-21-04
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of our southern friends hoping that the combination of hurricanes pass you by.
Happy Birthday wishes to Sunny Leigh, Natalie Petosa and Sue Edelstein.
Condolences to the family and fans of Izora Rhodes Armstrong. She was half of the singing group The Weather Girls - "Its Raining Men." Along with Wash, they were the original singers for superstar Sylvester. Together Izora and Martha formed the group Two Tons Of Fun. Izora passed away this past week.
The first Annual Dance Music Awards were an overwhelming success. The stars were out: incredible live performances, dancers, awards and moving DJs. Read the complete review in next weeks edition of DanceTalk®..
DJ Nino Torre will be getting married to Rosemary during the Jan. 2005 Hustle cruise. The couple originally met at Windows On The World. The wedding will be held on the beach in Key West on Jan. 28th. The ceremony will take place in the presence of their friends with the reception party that night at the Disco party session. The next day they will be honeymooning in Cozumel, Mexico.
Dance Mania Finals in Las Vegas - First place went to Tony and Dana, Second place was Sundance and Crakerjack and third place was a tie between Todd & the girls and Denise & Dario. Congratulators to Julia St. Marie.
Bobbi Petri's Dance upon a time....NY HOT MIX Dance Party *EVERY THURSDAY from 9:00 PM until you drop. Dance the smoothest HUSTLE, the steamiest SALSA, and the sexiest WCS. Dance will be hosted at Charisma Ballroom located at: 71-46 Main Street, Kew Gardens Hills, Queens Go to - http://danceuponatime.com/
Next week, the spotlight is on World Dance Champion Gary McDonald and his up coming performance in the motion picture "Shall We Dance." The movie has a national release on Oct 15, 2004. Gary trained lead actors Jennifer 'JLO' Lopez and Richard Gere.
Make it a great week,
Ron
Jenny Costa's Top Picks
WKTU's award winning mixmaster Jenny Costa is now spinning at Joey's in Clifton, NJ, on Saturday nights along with Al Bandero, thats right a blast from the past.
On Thursdays you can catch the lady, with the magic touch, at Mirage from 8PM till 4am and at Friday's Happy Hour Party from 4:30PM until 10PM. Two weeks ago singing sensations Shannon and France Joli were at Mirage for the Labor Day Weekend Party and.... they brought down the house. Jenny describes how, " they rocked it big time. We had a ball that night... it was outstanding. Along with classic hits like "Heart to Break a Heart," "Feel Like Dancing," "Come to Me" and "Gonna Get Over You," Joli did her new song "Everlasting Love" which is off the hook. No, it's not a remake of the one we all know it's a completely different song" explains Jenny. Shannon also rocked the house with her classic dance hit's like "Let the Music Play" and also did one of her new songs called "Pretty", a really good R&B song."
Here are Jenny's top picks for todays dance music.
1. When I Close My Eyes - Reina
2. I Believe - Dee Roberts
3. Lola's Theme - Shape UK
4. How Did You Know - Kim Sozzi
5. I Like It - Narcotic Thrust
6. Never Be Alone - Lucas Prata
7. Illusion - Bennasi Brothers
8. All I Need Is A Miracle - Tina Ann
9. Opa Opa - Depina Vandi
10. Surrender - Lasgo
Music CD Review
Ultimate Hustle Dance Mix
Disc Jockey Johnny V has just completed his first Compact Disc appropriately named "Ultimate Hustle." As one of the most popular club DJs, Johnny has compiled some of the hottest hustle dance songs on one compact disc. Created for the dancer, Johnny has hand picked the songs that he has witnessed ...drive the hustle dancers to the floor. "These are the songs that get the reactions from the dancers...I put them all together on one CD so they can have them all." Many of these songs are hard to find and/or out of print.... for instance "Make it Up to me In Love" by Paul Anka and the haunting theme from Love Story "Where Do I Begin" by Andy Williams. How about the classic Johnny Mathis song "Begin the Beguine." The record also includes some great instrumentals such as "Quiet Village" by the Ritchie Family and "Touch Me Baby" by The Ultimate. And if your looking for some songs with more punch try out "I Found Love" by Love & Kisses and "Feed The Flame" by Lorraine Johnson. All the songs are well woven together for not stop dance play... in total 13. Music is the universal language of dance and Johnny V has taken his years of experience to mix and compile his first release. Back in the 70's Johnny spun at clubs in Long Island like Le'tique, Decammerons and Uncle Sams. As the dance music cooled down he took a hiatus to raise his 2 kids but reemerged in the early 90's to share his vinyl collection with the dancers that appreciate the music. Today, Johnny V is the driving force behind the Tuesday hustle night at the IBBG Club and City Scene on Sundays in Long Island. He is one of those DJs that has the rare ability to read the dance floor and make the critical decisions on music selections.
To experience this CD collection, for only $12, which includes shipping and handling, visit his website at - www.djjohnnyv.com
DanceTalk * 9-14-04
Happy birthday wishes to Ester Hohenberger, Sandra Gonzalez, Brian Fortuna and Gladys Torres.
Special congratulations to dance champions Mary Poma and Luis Rosa on their recent marriage engagement. A November wedding is being planned.
Dance Mania continues to rock Las Vegas. ....Week #8's winners were Tony and Dana performing a American Style Tango and Cha Cha. The contest happens every Sunday evening and is open to all for info call Julia at 702-355-4663
Congratulations to DJ Jackie McCloy, from the Long Island Record pool, selected as one of the Guest DJs at the first annual Dance Music awards in New York.
Jennifer Lopez, singer, dancer, actress, has opened her very first JLO store in Moscow. The 3,000 Sq. ft store has chandeliers, plush carpets a VIP lounge and a DJ booth. Look for similar stores to open later this year in the US located in department stores.
Congratulations to Sonya Saamova. Her dance troop La Luna has been booked to perform every Friday & Saturday evening at Cuba Libre located in the Tropicana Hotel/ Casino in Atlantic City, NJ starting in late October.
Every Thursday night in Westbury Long Island, Louis Del Prete hosts a dance party at Mirelle's 170 Post Ave. from 7:30 PM to 11:00 PM Latin, Hustle, WCS & Swing. Hot Buffet, Complimentary Dance lesson with Louis. For details call (516) 819-9016
For the first time in several years Nicky Siano (DJ Legend) will be playing at a new party in New York. “LUV CITY” opens Sunday, September 19th at 66 Water St. Brooklyn. Starting at 6pm until midnight, it will happen every other week afterwards.
For free membership and directions please go to WWW.NICKYSIANO.COM
Get out your planner, Sunday, December 12, 2004 is the 12th Annual Holiday Spectacular hosted by Donna Boyle and Ron Bess. We will be hosting the Van McCoy regional dance contest for Philly / NJ. More details coming soon.
Next Monday, Sept. 20th is the first annual Dance Music Awards Hall of Fame being held in NY. See details below. Read all about the gala in next weeks DanceTalk®.
Make it a great week,
Ron
Time Capsule
In the fall of 1976 a new television show, with a 36 state syndication, from New Orleans was introduced called "Get Down." A heavily disco oriented one hour show, it included performances by artists, dance instructions and skits with guests. At the same time, Billboard Magazine, the industry trade for music, had a popular music chart titled "Hot Soul Singles." The music list began to take shape towards the end of that decade displaying the direction of dance music. It wouldn't be until 1977 that a listing was added entitled "Disco Action." In 1976 Tom Moulton was busy producing music for many of the hottest artists on the Salsoul label. The original 12 inch vinyl record (the giant single) was introduced by Tom. Legend has it, he wanted to have an acetate of his latest mix pressed but the technician informed him that he had run out of 7" singles (45's). Moulton asked if he could have the song pressed on to a 12" disc. The result was amazing. The tracks on the small singles were too close together to have high quality sound reproduction. His brain storming idea lead to the publication of the first commercial 12" hit song "Ten Percent" by the group Double Exposure. The record became one of the best-selling 12" in the history of dance music. Still in all, Tom found time to write a weekly column for Billboard magazine. The 70's were clearly the renaissance for disco dancing and the music that drove it.
Next week, September 20th, 2004 Tom Moulton will be inducted into the Dance Music Hall Of Fame for all his contributions to the music industry. This new annual awards ceremony will take place in NY giving the artists of dance music their rightful comeuppance. It's unfortunate that it took nearly three decades to honor them.
Here are the songs that graced the top 10 status in Billboard magazine in September of 1976 ... 28 years ago. As hustle dancing was taking its stride your note Euro-disco hadn't landed yet in the states as funk and R&B dominated the chart.
Enjoy the memories.
1) Shake your Booty - K C and the Sunshine Band
2) Play That Funky Music - Wild Cherry
3) Getaway - Earth Wind and Fire
4) Get the Funk Out of My Face - Brothers Johnson
5) Give It Up (Turn It Loose) - Tyrone Davis
6) Low Down - Boz Scags
7) Just To Be Close To You - Commodores with Lionel Ritchie
8) You Should Be Dancing - The Bee Gees
9) Only You Babe - Curtis Mayfield
10) Harvest For the World - Isley Brothers
The Annual Hustle Cruise Makes the NY Times
The New York Times, Sunday September 12, 2004
Travel Section, "Special Cruises" article by Florence Stickney.
The annual Hustle Dance Cruise, on Royal Caribbean's Enchantment of the Seas, departs Fort Lauderdale January 27 for a four-night cruise to Key West and
Cozumel, Mexico. The hustle group expects to book from 250 to 300 dance participants, and will offer 25 hours of social dancing and workshops, with
contests and sports games. Prices start at $400 per dancer, double occupancy, plus port taxes. Information: 954-431-7771 or www.HustleCruise.com
DanceTalk * 9-7-04
Happy Birthday wishes to Joe Kernan, Patty Kozel, and Kat Clark,
Our thoughts and prayers go out to our Floridian friends as they deal with Hurricane Frances.
Condolences to the friends and family of Michael "Blake" Fiore, known to most of us as Blake. He passed away last week. He was well known in the hustle/dance circuit.
Waltz Across Texas will host the professional debut of Ray Avery and Irene Griffin as they step up from the amateur ranks. We wish them good luck.
Dance Pro Carl Charles has another editorial worth reading at www.mrcdance.cgcentertainment.com/html/talk_around_town.html
The Dance Music Hall of Fame, an organization that recognizes the contributions of those who have had a significant impact on the evolution and development of dance music, will hold its First Annual Induction Ceremony, Monday, September 20th at 7pm at Spirit (West 27th Street between 10th & 11th Avenues) in New York City. The evening will include performances by Thelma Houston and Evelyn "Champagne" King, classic DJ sets and the induction of 13 notable artists, producers, remixers, DJs and individual records. See the Press release below.
He arranges, mixes and masters the hot sounds on Latin Jam. Produced by Dancesport Sounds USA and Andy Fortuna Productions. New Jersey's own, Andy Fortuna has a great website with a big Latin sale going on, Listen to music on www.latinjam.com
Dance Mania continues in Las Vegas, with week #7 winners Todd with 3 girls doing some jazz style and partner dancing.
Mixmaster DJ Jenny Costa from KTU joins Joeys in Clifton, NJ every Saturday night as the resident DJ kicking off on September 18th.
This weeks edition of DanceTalk is sponsored by The Worlds Country Dance Championships. For all the details visit.
http://www.ucwdcworlds.com/default.shtm
Make it a great week,
Ron
Forgotten Gems
Here are the readers choices, those forgotten favorite dance songs. These are the gems that just don't seem to receive much air play anymore. Most of the picks are from the early hustle era. Thanks to all those who sent in their selections. Since some folks literally sent in a full page of choices, I can list no more then 3 songs per person, due to space limitations,
I hope you enjoy,
** "Love & Desire" by Arpaggio
Phyllis in Florida
** Jungle Deejay by Kikrokos
from Drew "cruise" Axelrod - FL
** The Sound track from the movie 'Thank God Its Friday'
I love the whole album,
Lissette - Hightstown New Jersey
** Hot Shot by Karen Young, RIP, - Ted Domoi (Ted played purscussions on the album) PHILLY
** Lovelight by O'Bryan I used to request this every week at my favorite club. Shannon "Hooked On Hustle" Johnson - Pa
** Melba Moore Pick Me Up I'll Dance
Mike & Lori from Daytona - FL
** I'm not sure who wrote them but Doctors Orders and Caught Up In A One Night Love Affair.
Sarah J.
** Hi Ron,
Here are my top picks:
The Salsoul Orchestra - I'll Keep you Warm
El Coco - Cocomotion
Idris Muhammad - Could Heaven Ever Be Like This
Marisol Duprey
** Mandolay, The Break, There But For the Grace of God Go I, Sexy by MFSB...WKTU used to play them back to back on "LunchBreak 92" back in the '70s. Also, Frankie Crocker's signature song "There I Go." Back in 1975, there was a song called "A Hurricane Is Comin' Tonight." I have not heard this song on the air in over 20 years.
Susan - NJ
** SOME OF THE BEST SONGS WERE (PANIC) BY A GIRL GROUP CALLED FRENCH KISS AND (THE BREAK) BY KATMANDU
I DIG YOUR NEWSLETTER - FRANKIE - Newark
** Midnight Love Affair and Mandolay!!- Claudia Cebollero
** Rain Falls - Frankie Knuckles and Lisa
Ten Percent - Double Exposure
Diane "Queen Bee" Nardone - NJ
Deputy of Love and the disco-ized version of the Chicago song "I'm A Man",
Neil Lawson
** Midnight by T Connection, 1979
Thanks,
Jessica Nicolette
** Footsteps Following Me - Frances Nero
Close to Perfection - Miguel Brown
Susan Hiser - Pa
** 3-Devil's Gun (CJ & Company)
2-Dancin' (Crown Heights Affair)
And my # 1 favorite song of all time
1-Magic Bird Of Fire (The Salsoul Orchestra)
D.J. Dominick
** The original version of If You Could Read My Mind (Viola Wells)
Deborah Spinna, NJ
** Hi Ron, I was stunned to read in dancetalk that Vicki Sue Robinson had passed.
Her big song Turn the beat around will always be my favorite.
Alisa Killian, Phila.
** Could It Be Magic - by disco's greatest star Donna Summer -
Lorraine Falcone
** What a difference a day makes by Esther Philips
Summertime by MFSB
a hustler at heart, Nancy from Lower East Side
** Down to Love Town = The Originals and "Who is He & What is He to You" by Creative Source.
Robin - See You On The Dance Floor!!!
"Dancers don't stop dancing when they grow old; Dancers grow old when they stop dancing."
** DO THE HIPPIE-BY LUSCERNE
HEAVEN-THE GIBSON BROTHERS
BABY BLUE-GEORGIO MORODER
BOBBY O - Long Island Bad Boy
** WE CAN START ALL OVER AGAIN-- Gloria Gaynor
Karen P, Philly
** Grace Jones - I need a Man and The Funk Train by ???
Scott Conrad - NY
** Here are my 2 favorites that I think your remember.
Love Hang Over by Diana Ross and Love To Love You Baby by Donna Summers.
Bob 'tiny' Turner
** 12 " version -Minefield by Eye Level - Al Denola, FL
** Star Wars by Meco and 3001 by Salsoul Orchestra
Randy Squire - NJ
** Disco version of Girl from Ipenema, I heard it in Lime Light in 1977
Juan Ortego, NY
** DJ Ross Snyder
Hit and Run Lover by Carol Jiani
Forbidden Love by Madleeen Kane
Begin The Beguine by Johnny Mathis
** The best damm record was 'Back To Music' by Theo Vaness
I bought four copies.
Dan "the dancing man" Wiley - LA
** Spank
*After Dark from Patty Brooks
*Chez Chez Le femme by Dr Buzzard
Gloria Robinson Jersey City, NJ
** San Francisco into Hollywood by Village People
The Love Unlimited Orchestra theme song with Barry White
Anthony from Brooklyn
** Jose T.
1-I Love America
2-Savage Lover
3-Feels Like I'm In Love - Kelly Marie
** Fast tempo - Romeo and Juliet
Slow tempo - How Deep Is Your Love
Donna DeFranciso
** Ron, Anything by the band Voyage, It was all great,
Damien Miller from Millville, NJ
** My first favorite hustle song that rarely gets played is the Open Sesame song by Kool and the Gang. Thanks, Tony - Harrisburg
** John Davis and the Monster Orchestra Love Magic
Crown Heights Affair Dreaming a dream
First Choice Dr. Love
Randi from Roanoke VA
** High Energy - Evelyn Thomas
Philadelphia Sound - MFSB
Harvey Maron from A.C.
** SOUVENIERS - Voyage
IF U SHOULD EVER BE LONELY - VAL YOUNG
GOING UP IN SMOKE - EDDIE KENDRICKS
Art 'Man' - NJ
** 1.The Ritchie Family - Arabian Nights (Medley)
2. Bruce Johnston - Pipeline
3. Macho- I'm a Man, long version
Chris Bates - NJ
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
THE DANCE MUSIC HALL OF FAME ANNOUNCES FIRST ANNUAL INDUCTION CEREMONY
Inductees Include Barry White, Bee Gees and Donna Summer
The Dance Music Hall of Fame, an organization that recognizes the contributions of those who have had a significant impact on the evolution and development of dance music, will hold its First Annual Induction Ceremony, Monday, September 20th at 7pm at Spirit (West 27th Street between 10th & 11th Avenues) in New York City. The
evening will include performances by Thelma Houston and Evelyn "Champagne"
King, classic DJ sets and the induction of 13 notable artists, producers,
remixers, DJs and individual records.
Artist inductees include Barry White, the Bee Gees, (the only group that
will be in both the Dance Music and Rock n Roll Hall of Fame) and Donna
Summer. Producers Giorgio Moroder & Pete Bellote ('Hot Stuff,' 'Last
Dance,' 'Flashdance (What A Feeling)'), remixer Tom Moulton, and DJs David
Mancuso, Larry Levan and Tee Scott will also be honored. The five records
to be inducted are Don't Leave Me This Way-Thelma Houston, I Feel
Love-Donna Summer, Love Is the Message-MFSB featuring The Three Degrees,
Shame - Evelyn "Champagne" King, and (You Make Me Feel) Mighty Real
-Sylvester. "The dance music genre has been largely ignored by much of the music
industry and we feel that it is time that legendary artists and producers,
who have paved the way for today's music, be paid the proper tribute," said
Thomas Silverman, Hall of Fame Board Member and Chairman of Tommy Boy
Records. "This is our way to make sure that the history of dance music is
recognized and celebrated." Each year the nominating committee and Board of Advisors select nominees in the categories of Performer, Record, Producer, Remixer and DJ. Ballots are then sent to an international voting committee of over 1,000 dance music experts. Artists and others that helped shape the dance music industry
become eligible for induction 25 years after their first contribution or record release. Nominations are not based solely on the subject's revenue or popularity. Criteria also include the influence and significance of the nominee's contributions to the development and perpetuation of dance music. VIP tickets are $150. General Admission is $50. A discount is available for registrants of the Billboard Dance Summit. A portion of the ticket price for this event will be donated to LifeBeat (The Music Industry fights AIDS). For more information regarding the Dance Music Hall of Fame or to request press tickets, please contact: Susan Blond, Inc. 212.333.7728 or
publicity@susanblondinc.com.
Dance Music Hall of Fame (www.dmhof.com) - Founded in 2003, by recording
industry executives Brian Chin, Daniel Glass, Eddie O'Loughlin, John Parker
and Tom Silverman, the Dance Music Hall of Fame is a not-for-profit
organization that recognizes the contributions of those who have had a
significant impact on the evolution and development of dance music and will
celebrate the history and significance of dance music through awards and
educational programs.
LIFEbeat (www.lifebeat.org) the Music Industry Fights AIDS is a national
non-profit organization dedicated to reaching America's youth with the
message of HIV/AIDS prevention. LIFEbeat mobilizes the talents and
resources of the music industry to raise awareness and to provide support
to the AIDS community. In 1992, the music industry had not yet addressed
the AIDS crisis with a unified voice, although many of its members had
succumbed to the disease. Bob Caviano, a respected music manager, wrote an
editorial in Billboard disclosing his illness and challenged the industry
to take action. A number of high-level executives heeded his call and
formed LIFEbeat. Over the years, LIFEbeat has emerged as a leading advocate
for prevention efforts directed at youth. Recognizing that music has always
played a significant role in the lives of young people, LIFEbeat has carved
out a unique niche by effectively using the power of music to reach this
population. LIFEbeat strives to cultivate a strong sense of self-worth and
self- respect in youth to help them resist negative influences that may
lead to engagement in risky behaviors.
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