“Rising Star 2010” Beatport 2010
The changing pace at which Thomas Gold’s year has taken shape has been literally breathtaking for the Berlin based artist. Not surprising then that Thomas was quickly snapped up by mammoth recording imprint Toolroom Records, who invited him to join their thoroughbred team of talent; as both a recording artist and resident DJ for their infamous ‘Toolroom Knights’ events alongside the likes of Fedde le Grand and Mark Knight. This strong start hasn’t gone unnoticed on the dancefloor either. 24 months on from breaking through into the international spotlight Thomas has nestled himself into the CD wallets of such luminaries as Axwell, Sebastian Ingrosso, Tiësto, David Guetta, Chuckie, John Dahlbäck and Sander van Doorn, whilst discovering equal support at club level by regularly chalking headlining slots at prestigious venues like Pacha, Privilege and Ministry of Sound.
His year has continued to prevail with similar successes as recent productions like his smash EP ‘Work That / Kananga’ on Toolroom led the download charts for a handful of weeks, before being followed by his collaboration with house supremo Fatboy Slim. Titled ‘Star 69’, the track rapidly ascended the Beatport progressive house chart to claim the #4 spot. His next release saw him teaming up with Italy’s Alex Kenji and resulted in ‘What’s Up’, which released through the legendary Spinnin’ records went onto pick up genre crossing support from the likes of Marco V, Bingo Players, Riley & Durrant, Tocadisco and Robbie Rivera.
Recent months have seen Thomas leading a sleepless existence through a busy production schedule and gruelling tour diary that so far has taken in Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, Japan, India, Dubai, Russia, Canada, America and a host of destinations across Europe. This purple patch in his career has seen some of Thomas’ biggest standout releases and projects come to the fore. Such has been the impression of his music of late that many of his recent productions have found themselves being snapped up by the artist labels of Swedish House Mafia’s Steve Angello (SIZE) and Axwell (Axtone). Australia’s leading house star Dirty South also signed Thomas’ new single ‘Areena’, a collaboration with David Tort and David Gausa, to his Phazing Recordings imprint. However, it is perhaps his third release on Toolroom Records that is causing the most stir among his fans. With a familiar cymbal and snare drum combination creating an hypnotic marching beat, ‘Marsch Marsch’ is an unusual yet arresting track that delivers with a killer piano melody – which explains the reason it has been one of the biggest tracks bubbling in his sets for the last few weeks.
On reflection all this recent success had to stem from somewhere and that point of origin was when Thomas was a curious 7 years old. Taught to play the electronic organ as a child, Thomas soon found interest in digital synthesizers and from here his passion soared. Aged 15 he purchased his first ever piece of studio equipment – a Yamaha DX-11 synthesizer – and has not looked back since.
In three short years Thomas Gold has built an impressive back catalogue. On top of a solo releases, his remix work has been so successful that today his credits read like the who’s who of the global dance scene with names such as David Guetta, Fergie feat. LMFAO, David Tort, Norman Doray, Erick Morillo and Paul van Dyk to his repertoire.
Soaring high with his music has led to further more successes with Beatport; who in 2009 nominated him in their ‘Best Progressive House artist’ category. He eventually went on to win the coveted award for ‘Best Progressive House Track’ for his remix of Delerium ‘Silence’.
The magic you hear in his productions is just as evident in his DJ sets. With a sound that is just at home in the big room environment of a festival or dance arena, as it is in the more personal surroundings of club lands grittier underground settings. It is little wonder then that Thomas’ diary is one that has already taken in many of the world’s best venues such from Pacha Buenos Aires and Cameo Miami to Space and current World #1 club Sankeys in Manchester, whilst touring has seen him circumnavigated the planet with rousing appearances throughout Asia, Australia, Europe, Middle East and North and South America.
Thomas Gold is definitely THE name to look out for in 2011!
Pump Up the Jam
Thomas Gold Lyrics
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Pump up the jam
Pump it up
While your feet are stomping
And the jam is pumping
Look ahead, the crowd is jumpin'
Get the party goin' on the dance floor
See, 'cause that's where the party's at
And you'd find out if you do that
Pump up the jam
Pump it up
While your feet are stomping
And the jam is pumping
Look ahead, the crowd is jumpin'
Pump it up a little more
Get the party goin' on the dance floor
See, 'cause that's where the party's at
And you'd find out if you do that
I don't want
A place to stay
Get your booty on the floor tonight
Make my day
I don't want
A place to stay
Get your booty on the floor tonight
Make my day
Make my day
Make my day
Make my day
Make my day
Make my day
Make my day
Make my day
(Pump up the jam...)
Pump up the jam
Pump it up
While your feet are stomping
And the jam is pumping
Look ahead, the crowd is jumpin'
Pump it up a little more
Get the party goin' on the dance floor
See, 'cause that's where the party's at
And you'd find out if you do that
Pump up the jam
Pump it up
While your feet are stomping
And the jam is pumping
Look ahead, the crowd is jumpin'
Pump it up a little more
Get the party goin' on the dance floor
See, 'cause that's where the party's at
And you'd find out if you do that
I don't want
A place to stay
Get your booty on the floor tonight
Make my day
I don't want
A place to stay
Get your booty on the floor tonight
Make my day
Make my day
Make my day
Make my day
Make my day
Make my day
Make my day
Make my day
(Pump up the jam...)
Make my day
The lyrics of "Pump Up The Jam" by Thomas Gold, a cover of Technotronic's original, can be interpreted as a call to action to energize and invigorate oneself and the crowd through music and dance. The repetitive refrain of "Pump up the jam, pump it up" sets a lively and dynamic tone, encouraging the listener to increase the energy level and excitement in the room. The mention of stomping feet and pumping jams creates a vivid image of a pulsating dance floor where everyone is moving to the beat.
The lyrics also emphasize the importance of the dance floor as the focal point of the party and where the real fun happens. It suggests that by getting the party going on the dance floor, one can truly experience the essence of the celebration and feel the infectious energy of the crowd. The repetition of "Look ahead, the crowd is jumpin'" reinforces the idea of a communal experience where everyone is united in joy and rhythm.
The lines "I don't want a place to stay, get your booty on the floor tonight, make my day" can be seen as a direct invitation to let loose, embrace the moment, and fully immerse oneself in the music and movement. The insistence on getting on the dance floor and making the day of the person singing the lyrics highlights the transformative power of music and dance to uplift spirits and create unforgettable memories.
Overall, "Pump Up The Jam" is a spirited anthem that encourages listeners to let go of inhibitions, embrace the joy of the moment, and join together in a shared experience of music, dance, and celebration. The repetitive nature of the lyrics mirrors the pulsating rhythm of the music, creating a sense of urgency and excitement that motivates both the individual and the crowd to keep the energy high and the party going.
Line by Line Meaning
Pump up the jam
Elevate the energy of the music
Pump it up
Increase the intensity
While your feet are stomping
Dance energetically
And the jam is pumping
The music is vibrant and lively
Look ahead, the crowd is jumpin'
Observe the energetic crowd dancing
Pump it up a little more
Increase the excitement even further
Get the party goin' on the dance floor
Engage everyone in a lively dance party
See, 'cause that's where the party's at
The fun is on the dance floor
And you'd find out if you do that
Experience the excitement by joining in
I don't want
I prefer not to
A place to stay
To be stationary
Get your booty on the floor tonight
Start dancing tonight
Make my day
Bring me joy and excitement
Make my day
Bring me joy and excitement
Make my day
Bring me joy and excitement
Make my day
Bring me joy and excitement
(Pump up the jam...)
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