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The Freestylers formed in 1996 when DJs and dance music producers Matt Cantor, Aston Harvey and (initially) Andrew Galea joined forces. All three of them had been involved in the British dance music scene since the 1980s. Cantor had recorded as Cut n' Paste and Strike with Andy Gardner (Plump DJs). Aston Harvey recorded as Blapps! Posse best known for the 1990 breakbeat dance hit "Don't Hold Back" before working with Definition of Sound, Rebel MC and DJ Rap (as DJ Rap and Aston). Harvey joined with Galea under the name Sol Brothers before Cantor was recruited to form the Freestylers. The group took their name from their first sample "Don't Stop The Rock" by Freestyle.
The trio's first single "Drop The Boom (AK-48)" on their own Scratch City Records in 1996 becoming a dancefloor hit in the UK and Miami. The band released the Freestyle EP in 1996 on Freskanova (Freskanova's parent label, Fresh, had released Cantor, Galea and Harvey's previous work). Andrew Galea left the Freestylers shortly after the release of the Freestyle EP.
After the departure of Andrew Galea, Matt and Aston formed an 11-piece band (initially an idea of their record label, Freskanova). This consisted of the 2 producers (Cantor and Harvey), a scratch DJ (Mad Doctor X), a guitarist (Tony Ayiotou), drummer (Clive Jenner), bass guitarist (Joe Henson), 2 MCs (MC Navigator and Tenor Fly) and 3 breakdancers (Coza, Marat, Tim).
The band's first album We Rock Hard was released in 1998. The single "B-Boy Stance" became a singles hit in the UK in 1998 featuring the contributions of rapper Tenor Fly. In 1999, the Freestylers enjoyed success in the U.S. with track "Don't Stop" reached the top 10 of the Billboard dance charts and "Here We Go" becoming a MTV Buzzworthy clip. We Rock Hard sold well in the US selling over 150,000 and reaching the top 30 of the Billboard Heatseeker chart.
Following the success of B-Boy Stance, the band were asked to remix tracks by Audioweb, Afrika Bambaataa and the Jungle Brothers as well as a big beat compilation album FSUK 2 and a Radio 1 Essential Mix featuring Beenie Man, Public Enemy, Whodini and The Fall.
The Freestylers released a mix album Electro Science in 2000. Their second album Pressure Point was released in 2001 with the track Get Down Massive featuring Navigator reaching top 20 on the Billboard dance charts in 2002.
During 2002 and 2003 the group began releasing singles under the artist name Raw As F**k which then became the title of their third album. Released in 2004, it featured the single "Push Up", which reached the top 30 in the UK and top 3 in Australia. Another single, which was previously released before "Push Up", called "Get A Life", was re-released and reached the top 20 in Australia.
Freestyle Noize
Freestylers Lyrics
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Come on now
If you really like rock and funky beat
Somebody in the house say hell yeah
Bring the noize
Bring the noize
The lyrics to "Freestyle Noize" by the Freestylers are quite straightforward and easy to interpret. The song is an upbeat call to action that invites listeners to get up and dance to the "rock and funky beat." The repeated phrase "bring the noise" serves as the song's sonic centerpiece, urging the listener to let go and embrace the music in a physical way. The use of the word "noize" instead of "noise" also hints at the song's electronic and experimental influences.
Throughout the song, the lyrics are used to build energy and anticipation, culminating in a swirling, frenetic chorus that encourages the listener to "come on now" and get swept up in the beat. The repetition of certain phrases and the simple, direct language of the song also emphasize the communal aspect of dance music, reminding the listener that they are part of a larger crowd that is all united by the power of the music.
Overall, "Freestyle Noize" is a fun, upbeat song that celebrates the joy and energy of dance music. Through its simple lyrics and catchy rhythm, it encourages the listener to let go of their inhibitions and embrace the moment.
Line by Line Meaning
Hey Hey Hey Hey Hey...
Attention everyone, gather around, something exciting is about to happen
Come on now
Encouraging the audience to participate or engage with the upcoming performance
If you really like rock and funky beat
Asking the audience if they are a fan of a mix of rock and funk music before starting the performance
Somebody in the house say hell yeah
Requesting the audience to make noise and show their excitement for the upcoming performance
Bring the noize
Urging the DJ to play the loudest and most energetic music
Bring the noize
Repeating the request for loud and vibrant music
Bring the noize
Reiterating the demand for lively and vigorous music
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