Revealing the Truth
After years of continued fame and popularity, the fans of Den Harrow were faced with an unbelievable news, it was revealed both by the frontman of Den Harrow Stefano Zandri and the producers that they had been hiding the truth from their millions of fans. It was disclosed that Stefano Zandri did not actually sing his own songs; he was essentially a character who lip-synched to vocals produced by a number of other Italo singers. And since they did not consider Zandri's name and origin to be trendy enough, the producers R. Turatti and M. Chieregato had decided to invent a fictitious English based last name Manuel Stefano Carry as well as U.S. based birth place Boston Massachusetts, U.S. by concealing Stefano's true Italian origins to be able to market him more easily in the English speaking world. [1]
Most of the songs for Den Harrow project were sung by an American vocalist Tom Hooker Beecher (aka Thomas Barbey, who was residing in Italy during the Italo-Disco era), including Europe-wide hit singles "Don't Break My Heart", "Bad Boy", "Catch the Fox", and "Future Brain". During an interview Hooker explains why it was decided to be done this way:
“There was a small problem, however. He couldn't sing. So the solution was to never let him sing, or to put his voice so low in the mix that it was non existent. He started as an image. He would work on his costumes and clothes and someone else would sing on the records. The truth is, vision is a more developed sense in humans than hearing. People tend to buy and listen what they like to see.”
Also according to Tom Hooker, in the very beginning Chuck Rolando's voice was used in the singles "To Meet Me" and "A Taste of Love". Later on, Silver Pozzoli was chosen to do the single "Mad Desire"; however, Hooker also produced the vocals for the album releases of "Mad Desire". Even though, Tom Hooker continued co-writing tracks for Den Harrow project, producers felt to bring in another vocalist into the studio with a higher voice than that of Hooker's for the 1988 album called Lies. According to Tom Hooker; however, Stefano Zandri has sung on his 1991 single Ocean.[2]
Den Harrow now
Currently, Stefano Zandri continues to do live performances, especially in eastern Europe, still under the name Den Harrow, allegedly claiming that he has learned to sing himself.
In 1997 Stefano Zandri moved to California to take part in the TV serial Sunset Beach.
In 2005 hosted the TV show "Radio HARROW" on the satellite TV channel "Match Music".
In 2006 Stefano Zandri took part in a reality show: "L'isola dei famosi" on Rai Due, a channel of Italian public television.
In 2007 Stefano Zandri released a new song "FEDEN - Lo so", written and sung by him and his wife, only available on his web site that reportedly sold already 16.000 copies, he he is also planning to sell his autobiographical book entitled "Segreti e bugie" (Secrets and Lies) also available on his website.
Singles
To Meet Me (ZYX, 1983, IND: 12" 5079, ZYX, 1994, IND: 5"CD GDC 2028-8)
A Taste Of Love (Carre, 1984, IND: 12" 821 618-1)
Mad Desire (FL, 1985, IND:7" 14229, Tycoon IND: 7" 6.14307, 12": 6.20403)
Future Brain (Baby Records, 1985, IND: (GE) 7" 107469, 12": 601812, (IT) 7" 50342, 12": 54059,)
Bad Boy (Baby Records, 1985, IND: (GE) 7" 107877, 12": 602141, (IT) 7" 50348, 12": 54063)
Charleston (Baby Records, 1986, IND: (GE) 7" 108157, 12": 608157, (IT) 7" 50349, 12": 54067)
Catch The Fox (Baby Records, 1986, IND: (GE) 7" 108581, 12": 608581, (IT) 7" 50363, 12": 54077)
To Meet Me (Hurricane hit mix), (ZYX, 1986, IND: 12" 5417)
Overpower (Baby Records, 1986, IND: (IT) 12": 54064)
Don't Break My Heart (Baby Records, 1987, IND: (GE) 7" 108982, 12": 608982, (IT) 7" 50370, 12": 54082)
Tell Me Why (Baby Records, 1987, IND: (GE) 7" 109209, 12": 609209, (IT) 7" 50375, 12": 54083)
Day By Day (Baby Records, 1988, IND: 7" 109405, 12": 609405)
Born To Love (Baby Records, 1988, IND: 7" 109817, 12": 609817)
You Have A Way (Baby Records, 1988, IND: 7" 111726, 12": 611726, 5"CD 661 726)
Holiday Night (Baby Records, 1989, IND: 7" 112409, 12": 612409, 5"CD 662409, 3"CD 162409)
Take Me Back (Baby Records, 1989, IND: 5"CD 662884)
Ocean (Discomagic, 1991, 12": 550)
Real Big Love (Polydor, 1992, IND: 7" 863 844, 5"CD 863 845-2)
All I Want Is You (Polydor, 1992, IND: 7" 865 508, 5"CD 865 509-2)
Take Me (ZYX, 1994, IND: 12": 7179-12, 5"CD 7179-8)
The Universe Of Love (ZYX, 1994, IND: 12": 7529-12, 5"CD 7529-8)
I Need A Lover, 1995
Take Me (WAY, IND: 12": WAY1001)
The Universe Of Love (WAY, IND: 12": WAY1017)
A Taste Of Love (WAY, IND: 12": WAY1070)
I Feel You (WAY, IND: 12": WAY1077)
Future Brain 2000 (WAY, IND: 12": WAY1151)
Don't Break My Heart (WAY, IND: 12": WAY1155)
Charleston
Den Harrow Lyrics
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Jumping locomotion
Energetic potion
Feel your body keepin' time
Pulsing beat into your mind.
Automatic action
Systematic passion
Daylight stepping in the night
Colors change to black and white.
Lover
Don't waste your time
'cause you can make a move.
Brother
You'll blow your mind if you get into the groove.
Don't stop
Hungry dancer
Come and do the Charleston
Modern day romancer
Get back to the Charleston.
Don't stop
Hungry dancer
Come and do the Charleston
Modern day romancer
Get back to the Charleston.
Dance until the mon@ing
See your partner glowing
Back and forth
You move your feet
Steaming hot
You feel the heat.
Step back in the old days
Loving with the new ways
See you must have a good time
Happiness is in a climb.
Music
It seems to change
But people are the same.
Choose it what you prefer
But dancing will remain.
Don't stop
Hungry dancer
Come and do the Charleston
Don't stop
Hungry dancer
Come and do the Charleston
The song "Charleston" by Den Harrow is an upbeat dance song that encourages people to let loose and dance to the pulsing beat. The lyrics suggest that dancing is a timeless activity that transcends eras and brings people together. The song opens with the repeated phrase "don't stop," which serves as a call to action for the listener to keep moving and dancing. The lyrics also reference the Charleston, a popular dance from the 1920s that is known for its lively and energetic movements. The chorus encourages the listener to do the Charleston, and suggests that dancing is a form of modern-day romance that can bring joy and happiness.
The lyrics also touch on the idea of automatic action and systematic passion, suggesting that dancing is something that can be spontaneous and natural, but also requires a certain level of skill and intention. The verses describe the experience of dancing, with lyrics such as "Feel your body keepin' time" and "Back and forth, you move your feet," painting a vivid picture of the physical movements involved in dancing. The lyrics also reference the sensory experience of dancing, with phrases such as "steaming hot" and "you feel the heat" suggesting that dancing can be an intense and exciting activity.
Overall, the lyrics of "Charleston" celebrate the joy and freedom of dancing, and encourage listeners to let go and embrace the rhythm and energy of the music.
Line by Line Meaning
Don't stop, don't stop, don't stop,
Keep the rhythm, don't break the momentum
Jumping locomotion
Dancing with high energy
Energetic potion
Feeling the effects of the music
Feel your body keepin' time
Let the beat guide your movements
Pulsing beat into your mind.
The music is deeply affecting you
Automatic action
Dancing without thinking
Systematic passion
Having a methodical and intense love for music and dance
Daylight stepping in the night
Moving through the night with bright energy
Colors change to black and white.
Feeling the intensity of the night
Lover
Addressing a romantic interest
Don't waste your time
Seizing the moment and living in the present
'cause you can make a move.
Taking control and doing what you want
Brother
Addressing a male friend
You'll blow your mind if you get into the groove.
Feeling intense pleasure if you fully embrace the music and dance
Hungry dancer
A passionate and lively dancer
Come and do the Charleston
Participate in the titular dance
Modern day romancer
A contemporary lover
Get back to the Charleston.
Returning to the roots of dance
Dance until the mon@ing
Dancing through the night and into the morning
See your partner glowing
Witnessing the joy in others through dance
Back and forth
Alternating dance steps
You move your feet
Continuing to dance
Steaming hot
Feeling intense heat and passion
You feel the heat.
Experiencing sensory overload from the music and dance
Step back in the old days
Revisiting the past through dance
Loving with the new ways
Embracing contemporary styles of dance
See you must have a good time
Ensuring personal happiness and pleasure through dance
Happiness is in a climb.
Working to achieve happiness through dance
Music
The source of the dance
It seems to change
Music is constantly evolving
But people are the same.
The joy and passion for dance remains universal
Choose it what you prefer
Choosing your preferred style of dance
But dancing will remain.
The constant of dance in people's lives
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: MICHELE CHIEREGATO, ROBERTO TURATTI, THOMAS HOOKER
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Rayarecords & Germán Avilés
Don't stop!
Jumping locomotion energetic potion
Feel your body keepin' time, pulsing beat into your mind.
Automatic action systematic passion
Daylight stepping in the night, colours change to black and white.
Lover, don't waste your time 'cause you can make a move.
Brother, you'll blow your mind if you get in the groove.
Don't stop! Hungry dancer, come and do the charleston!
Modern day romancer, get back to the charleston!
Don't stop! Hungry dancer, come and do the charleston!
Modern day romancer, get back to the charleston!
Dance until the morning, see your partner glowing
Back and forth, you move your feet, steaming hot, you feel the heat.
Step back in the old days, loving with the new ways.
See you must have a good time, happiness is in a climb.
Music, it seems to change but people are the same!
Choose, it what you prefer but dancing will remain!
Don't stop! Hungry dancer, come and do the charleston!
Modern day romancer, get back to the charleston!
Don't stop! Hungry dancer, come and do the charleston!
Modern day romancer, get back to the charleston!
Don't stop! Hungry dancer, come and do the charleston!
Modern day romancer, get back to the charleston!
Don't stop! Hungry dancer, come and do the charleston!
Modern day romancer, get back to the charleston!
Don't stop! Hungry dancer!
dntlss
Its amazing how these guys back then came out with such awesome music,it was never ending!!
Tadeusz Atrasik
Jeden z wielu hitów jego, utwór dociera do 18 miejsca w Niemczech.Super kawałek warto posłuchać takich numerów
Ghgg Gggh
QUESTO SINGOLO DI DEN HARROW SI ASCOLTA ANCORA OGGI, IN AUTO, CON LO STEREO "A PALLA", COL FINESTRINO APERTO... .E CON IL BRACCIO FUORI!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! DEN HARROW THE KING OF 80'S!!!!!!!
TrendyMessiah
Charleston is a great italo tune. The dance from the twenties is also cool.
Miriam NI
Bello hermoso ....cuando esa musica fue a la moda siempre vi a mis hermanas mayores q la disfrutaban en los boliches era una hermosa epoca ahora q creci nunca olvide todo lo q ellas vivieron esa diversion y escuchar cada dia estas bellas musicas q para mi aunque era muy niña siempre la escuche ...solo desearia volver a ser una niña donde mi familia era unida y estaban todos 😢💔
Nok Sini
La ascolterei all'infinito....bellissimo anche il video ...anni 80 mitici !
Raul Marcelo
Que recuerdos y hermoso video,ya no hay como esta musica ya...
Игорь Майоров
И эта композиция использовалась на дискотеках тех лет как "для любителей брейк-данса" - комент от бывшего дискжокея МАЙОР
MrEvr69
este es uno de los mejores videos y misica de nuestra epoca del high energy, saludos
Onofrio Cappucci
LOVE IT