Fedde Le Grand had been behind the decks in Tilburg for years when his moment came in 2006 with Put Your Hands Up 4 Detroit.
The song marked his worldwide breakthrough and its Top 40 success was also not without reason, reaching number four in the Top 40. The essential part of this hit can be found in Hands Up For Detroit, recorded in 1999 by Matthew Dear. The American DJ and producer in turn took inspiration from Detroit techno. He also collaborated with Disco D for Hands Up For Detroit.
In 2007, Matthew Dear’s Big Hands became a supporting act for artists such as Hot Chip, Depeche Mode and Interpol. Matthew Dear is still actively releasing music. He also makes remixes and can also paint quite well.
Fedde Le Grand used synths from Logic software and a bassline from Flashlight by Parliament. scored a number 1 hit in the UK and Finland with his hit. The DJ hooked up with Funkerman and with him he started the record label Flamingo Records in 2004. The song is still often heard at sporting events; especially when the Detroit club is playing.
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(23-04-2023)
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