2008 has been the penultimate year for M.A.N.D.Y culminating in 2 of their most memorable DJ sessions: one at the helm of UK club Fabric’s esteemed mix CD series, and the other at the rain-drenched Love Parade in Germany, where they played live for 500,000 music lovers who refused to run for cover from the wet and continued dancing in the streets for the awestruck M.A.N.D.Y. boys.
In between these gigs and their residencies with Monza in Ibiza and Berlin’s Watergate club M.A.N.D.Y. also managed to fit in extensive tours of North & South America, and a new track with Booka Shade for Get Physical’s GPM100 release, plus working on a new remix for Felix Da Housecat and long-awaited new M.A.N.D.Y. material with Lopazz in Iceland, and launching Get Physical sister labels Kindisch and Get Digital to accommodate the sheer amount of great records they want to release.
Patrick Bodmer & Phillip Jung have carved out a unique niche for themselves in electronic music off the back of excellent productions, in-demand remixes, top-notch mixing skills, and a knack for signing some of the best electronic producers alongside their friends DJ T and Booka Shade for their label Get Physical Music, and it’s a story that has been 20 years in the making!
After being introduced to the sounds of early acid house in the late 80's in Saarbruken, Germany, Patrick & Phillip’s lifelong obsessive love for electronic music began; they threw themselves into the music, buying records, driving to Frankfurt’s parties and raves, and DJing at friends’ afterparties.
After going to university in separate cities Phillip & Patrick had both moved to Frankfurt by the mid 90s, where their DJ dreams were reignited, but with the major hurdle that nobody wanted to book them. Philip & Patrick overcame rose to the challenge by starting their own club night. It was a memorable and liberating time for the pair, and their guests - Ata, Ricardo Villalobos, etc - were talented unknowns at the time who only contributed to the fresh & spontaneous vibe of the club.
To keep the money rolling in to fuel their nighttime pursuits, Patrick had established himself in a successful painting career and Philipp worked for Logic Records, label of italo-house outfit Snap. After taking up a new job in A&R with Jive Records, Philip signed tracks by longtime producer friends Walter Merziger and Arno Kammermeier, who produced under a variety of aliases and would eventually become best known as Booka Shade. Walter and Arno taught Philipp and Patrick a few tips in the studio, and the four began producing what they now admit were a string of dire hard trance releases under a name they refuse to divulge!
The next chapter of the story was set in motion at a Bread & Butter fashion show in Cologne where M.A.N.D.Y.’s DJ set caught the interested ears of Monza club’s Patrik Dechent and DJ T, also the founder/editor of the highly influential German music magazine Groove. They could hardly miss M.A.N.D.Y.’s enthusiasm, or their extremely ‘physical’ presence on the dancefloor, stamping their feet and tearing at their clothes in sheer delight about the music. DJ T and MANDY took an instant liking to each other and T invited them to be a resident at Monza, playing sets alongside fellow residents Tobi Neumann, Ricardo Villalobos, Tiefschwarz and Steve Bug.
After M.A.N.D.Y. & Booka Shade both relocated to Berlin in 2002, forming a record label seemed like the natural next step for the 5 friends (including DJ T), as the crucial pieces of the puzzle had fit themselves together: Philipp's record label and A&R experience, Arno & Walter's production talents and fully-equipped studio, Patrick's creativity and artwork, T's envious contacts book and wealth of press knowledge.
So the label was born, and they christened it Get Physical in tribute to the dancefloor,. What began as a hobby for the 5 people behind Get Physical quickly gathered steam after the label’s first release, M.A.N.D.Y’s Put Put Put 12”: the following year their track ‘Tonite’ blew up in the UK when Pete Tong selected it as the Essential tune of the week three times in a row for his BBC Radio 1 show.
With the release of the first Get Physical compilation Body Language Vol 1 in 2005, M.A.N.D.Y. raised the bar high for house and techno lovers, and cemented their reputation as world-class selectors. They joined the dots between electro-influenced house, disco and minimal techno for a release that was crowned DJ Magazine’s Mix CD of the Year.
However it was the joint effort of MANDY and Booka Shade that pushed both their artist names and the Get Physical label into the international dance music consciousness: the track “Body Language” quickly became a bonafide hit, the undisputed anthem of the year and ubiquitous on dancefloors, in charts and in record boxes for months after its release. “Body Language” was named Ibiza’s Track of the Season, DJ Magazine’s Track of the Year, and was licensed to over 100 compilations. The staggering success of “Body Language” led to Get Physical receiving the accolade of Best Label for 2005 from DJ Magazine.
This was followed up in 2006 with At The Controls, a double CD mix for Resist Music which picked up a host of awards, including Mix CD of the Year from Resident Advisor, BBC Essential Mix and Mixmag.
Philipp and Patrick’s reputation as remixers grew, working with artists as diverse as The Knife, Tiefschwarz, Sugababes, Lindstrom, Joakim, Royksopp and Fischerspooner, The Klaxons, Mathew Dear, Rex The Dog, Royksopp, Roxy Music, and Rocker's Hi-Fi; a reputation solidified with the 12 Great Remixes for 11 Great Artists collection of 2007 that brought together some of their finest efforts onto one disc.
Through all the parties, the ladies, the extensive traveling, M.A.N.D.Y. nonetheless treasure the family vibe that influenced them as artists and DJs and that continues to support them in Berlin. For M.A.N.D.Y. this isn’t a job and it isn’t about success; it’s about partnership and friendship, good music, and those five things which bonded them in the first place: collecting records, throwing parties, meeting girls, making friends and laughing…
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Don't Stop
M.A.N.D.Y. Lyrics
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She a go getter
She don't stop for nothin'
She a real killer
She don't stop for nothin'
She a go getter
She don't stop for nothin'
She a real killer
She don't stop for nothin'
Topic of discussion
Is he bringing bucks in?
If not she ain't gon fuck wit him
Baby always hustlin'
'Cause she said, fuck struggling
She don't want for nothin'
She always into sum'thin'
She in Las Vegas stuntin'
She on South Beach runnin'
In and out of different nigaas' VIP sections
Smokin' weed, sneakin' blunts in
Money keep her comin'
Drugs keep her goin'
We outside in the Porsches
and three hundred thousand dollar 'Rostas
She side-eye scopin'
But I'm too busy smokin' to approach her
I'mma keep it a wand up below wit it
Mothafuckin' pedal to the floor in it
Fast life
G's up
If she can keep up she's a keeper
But you know I ain't gon' keep her
She won't stop for nothin'
She a go getter
She don't stop for nothin'
She a real killer
She don't stop for nothin'
She a go getter
She don't stop for nothin'
She a real killer
She don't stop for nothin'
She don't stop for nothin'
She a go getter
She don't stop for nothin'
She a real killer
She don't stop for nothin'
She a go getter
She don't stop for nothin'
She a real killer
The lyrics to M.A.N.D.Y's song "Don't Stop" describe a woman who is driven, hustling and constantly on the go. The repetition of the phrases "She won't stop for nothin'" and "She a go getter/She a real killer" reinforce the idea of her relentless work ethic and determination. She's not interested in someone who doesn't have money to bring to the table, as it seems that financial stability is an important factor for her. The lyrics paint a picture of a woman who is living a fast-paced and exciting lifestyle, as she is seen "stuntin'" in Las Vegas and running around South Beach. The use of the phrase "Money keep her comin'/Drugs keep her goin'" suggest that perhaps she is motivated by a desire for financial gain and/or is caught up in the allure of drugs and partying.
The singer of the song seems to be intrigued by this woman, but is too busy smoking and living his own fast life to approach her. He admires her but ultimately decides that he won't keep her. The overall tone of the song is one of admiration for this woman's strength and determination, but with a sense of detachment as the singer doesn't seem particularly invested in her personally.
Line by Line Meaning
She won't stop for nothin'
She is determined and focused, and nothing can get in her way.
She a go getter
She is proactive and motivated, always seeking new opportunities.
She don't stop for nothin'
She is relentless, persistent, and unstoppable in pursuit of her goals.
She a real killer
She is highly successful and achieves her objectives with precision and skill.
Topic of discussion
People are talking about her and wondering about her motivations.
Is he bringing bucks in?
She needs a partner who can provide financial stability and support her lifestyle.
If not she ain't gon fuck wit him
If a man can't meet her expectations, she will not waste her time with him.
Baby always hustlin'
She is always working hard and seeking new opportunities to advance her career.
'Cause she said, fuck struggling
She is driven to succeed and refuses to accept a life of hardship and poverty.
She don't want for nothin'
She has everything she needs, and is highly successful and financially secure.
She always into sum'thin'
She is constantly active and involved in new projects and endeavors.
She in Las Vegas stuntin'
She is showing off her success and enjoying her opulent lifestyle in Las Vegas.
She on South Beach runnin'
She is enjoying the nightlife in South Beach, and asserting her dominance and success.
In and out of different nigaas' VIP sections
She is highly social, and moves effortlessly between different social circles and groups of people.
Smokin' weed, sneakin' blunts in
She is not afraid to break the rules and live life on her own terms.
Money keep her comin'
Her financial success motivates her to keep pushing herself and striving for more.
Drugs keep her goin'
She uses drugs to cope with the stress and pressure of her high-stakes lifestyle.
We outside in the Porsches
She enjoys the finer things in life, and uses luxury cars as a symbol of her success.
and three hundred thousand dollar 'Rostas
She has expensive taste and a lavish lifestyle, with no interest in restraint or modesty.
She side-eye scopin'
She is always aware of her surroundings, and is constantly monitoring other people's behavior and actions.
But I'm too busy smokin' to approach her
He is focused on his own needs and desires, and is not interested in pursuing her.
I'mma keep it a wand up below wit it
He is honest and straightforward, and has no hidden motives or intentions.
Mothafuckin' pedal to the floor in it
He is driven and determined, and will work tirelessly to achieve his goals.
Fast life
He enjoys living a fast-paced, exciting lifestyle.
G's up
He is associated with a gang or street culture, and is not afraid to be aggressive or assertive.
If she can keep up she's a keeper
He is looking for a partner who can match his energy, pace, and level of ambition.
But you know I ain't gon' keep her
He is not interested in a long-term commitment or relationship, and is free to pursue other opportunities.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Shante Scott Franklin
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