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Hey mark!!

Im from England and at the moment the song that everyone loves is Don't Cha by the Pussycat dolls! Ive heard some good remixes that might be good for BodyStep! Also maybe for the party step what about Blame it on the boogie by the Jackson 5!! Im sure whatever u pick will be great!!

Hannah
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Hi Mark

Have a listen to "1, 2 Step (Eazy Remix)" by Ciara and Missy Elliott. It has a good beat and quite a funky vibe goin on. Check it out. There could be some good choreography for bodystep behind this track!

Love track #6 from 61 Its so Great! I love Sarah! and all the power she has its exciting!
hope maybe we can see her more often.KM

Always thought Boys of Summer by Eyra Gale(sp) would be a hot song for BS song #3,4,0r 6.

Hey Mark,

I put a couple things in the music suggestions, but what would make an amazing cooldown is Sunday Morning by Maroon 5 or You And Me, by Lifehouse . You should check out their album Songs About Jane, pretty much anything on there is amazing! The new Missy Elliot song Lose Control always makes me want to move too. A great song that's new and really popular in the US is Pon de Replay, by Rihanna. Rob Thomas has some great stuff out too. Hope this message wasn't too long for you!

Hey there...so exciting to have watched you film BODYSTEP 62...it was am anazing release and I cant wait to teach it.

The hottest song in USA "right now" is Don't Cha by the Pussycats...sexy and hot hot hot..like you
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Hi Mark, these are not all Europena hits, but these musics can rock in a bodystep.
Try this :

- Mysterio - Everlasting love
Good for warmup and very motivating sound

- Mysterio - I Was Made For Lovin You
good for a warmup too

- Laura Branigan - Self Control 2005 (Royal Gigolos Remix)
I use this song too in my bodysculpting classe to move with the step, I know recently we have another version in step 57, but listen to it, you will like.

- Global Deejays - What A Feeling - Global Deejays (Radio Mix)
Good remix of the original song, it rocks in europe now

- Global Deejays - The sound of San Francisco
Good remix too of the original song, it exist 2 version, one in english, and another one in french ( maybe a bonus track hehehe)

- Party Pimpz - Give It Up (Club Mix)
- Party Pimpz - Holiday

- The House Keepers - Go Down

- Prezioso feat. Marvin - Rocking Deejays (Extended Mix)

- The Lovefreekz - Shine

- Denise Lopez - Tarzan Boy (Dancco Summer Edit)
Good as track 2 (reducing the speed)

- Kasino - Get Over

- Potatoheadz - Narcotic

- Scarf - Hithouse
Good as track 5

- Active8 - Girls Just Wanna Have Fun
- Gwen Stefani - What You Waiting For (Armand Van Helden Remix)
The best remix to use with a step

- Audio Bullys feat. Nancy Sinatra - shot you down (radio edit)
Hit of the moment in the clubs, but I dont know how to use this song in bodystep, just listen to it

- katrina & the waves - Walking On Sunshine (Super Summer Mix)
Good as track 9, and allready used in body combat

- Disco Babes - Hot Stuff
Good song if you reduce the speed

- Hi Skool - Summer night
Remix of a song from Grease

If you want more ask me
Good luck creating BodyStep 63 !!!

Pedro

How about some Gwen Stefani? "Hollaback girl" has an awesome beat.
"Get it Poppin'" by Fat Joe featuring Nelly is a good one, too. Jessica Simpson remade "These Boots" for Dukes of Hazzard. That could be a funny one to use.
You do an awesome job Mark! Keep it up!

Lovin' BODYSTEP in the USA,
Elizabeth

Here's a perfect one from step, and an older song that anybody ages 20-40 will love! Hotstepper by Ini Kamoze. It's the perfect song for step! Check it out. You guys should come to the US and do a filming! We'd love to have you in Boston!

DB

Don't cha and Pon de Replay are super popular right now. Definitely check out Rob Thomas's CD - I love it and can imagine some of the songs would make awesome power tracks once mixed.

Old faves for fitness -- Samantha Fox, I Wanna Have Some Fun, and Pat Benatar -- All Fired Up!!!!

Can't thank you enough for the amazing choreography and workouts...

Melissa from Massachusetts, USA

Hi Mark,

What's hot here in the USA?? *** Cat Dolls "Don't cha", Gwen Stafani (anything of hers will work), Ciara and Missy Elliot "1,2 step", Rob Thomas and Kelly Clarkson.

I love Bodystep 61!!!! I can't wait to teach it, we will launch on Sept 30th.

Lots of luck,
Kristen USA

Hey steppers! Thanks for the suggestions. You'll be pleased to know that some of your suggested songs are already in release #62 (filmed last month, and soon to be released). Some of the other songs are on my list for #63. It really helps me with the music selection process knowing what music gets you going. Some of the songs, I haven't heard yet, so i'll get our music sources to track them down.
Thanks again, and keep 'em coming. You guys rock!
We're filming #63 on the 31st October, so if you're down under, we'd love to see you there!
Elizabeth, Wait till you hear the BODYSTEP version of Hollerback Girl!
Hannah, i'm seriously thinking about 'Don't Cha'.
Katrina, wait for #62 ;-)
KM, I love Sarah too, spunky, funky and full of good attitude.
Barbara, i'll check out that version of 'Boys Of Summer'.
Danielle, you and I are on the same page here. Some of your songs are on #62, and will be on #63 as well.
Susan T, Watch this space ;-)
Pedro, thanks, i'm gonna be busy tracking these down. Love the new version of 'Self Control'
DB, good thinking!
Mellissa, we're on the same page too ;-)
Kirsten, you've almost listed the entire playlist for #62.


Mark

Dirty Dirty by Jamelia is awesome.

Also, Theres gotta be more than life (Stacie Orrico)

Great tunes

Rocket

Hey Mark,

I agree with Hannah, Don't Cha by the Pussycat dolls is hot right now, well it really is in my part of the world anyway!

Keep up your awesome work

Cheers from Toronto, Canada!!

Nadia

I think Devil Gate Drive, by Suzi Quatro would make an awesome party track, an older but goodie. Looking forward to the new release.

I would also recomend "Hollaback Girl" by Gwen! Such an awesome track. And how about some Missy Elliot. Like "Lose Control" or some others -great "stomping" sounds!

Hey Mark,

I have always liked "Canned Heat" by Jamiroquai. You know it is from the Center Stage Soundtrack. Its got a great beat to it and sort of sound like a disco type song. It may have already been used in a release. If not it should be used in a program if not BODYSTEP. Thanks for all the awesome releases!

here some of my ITUNES that might make fun BODYSTEP mixes:

Shake That - Scooter
Viva! (Orion Mix) - Bond
Destination Unknown (Nari & Guadino)fea.Crystal Waters
Breathe Don't Stop (extended)Mr. On vs.Jungle Brothers
High Heel Steppin' (D1 Music Radio)- RuPaul
I think Sway is a better Pussycat Doll song
Blood is PUMPIN' (Voodoo & Serano) better PUMP song?
We Belong Together (fastest dance mix) Mariah
50 Ways to Leave Your Lover (Plummet)
SPEED TRACK: Sat. Night's Alright (Elton John)
Where's the Eddie Murphy 80's Dance song (My girl Wants to Party all the Time? My ladies love their clapping songs . . .

Thanks for asking for ideas!

=Mel=

Hi Mark,

I've got a few songs for you, but first I have to say, please do NOT use *** cat dolls-don't ya. Nasty, dirty and yuck! Just my opinion. Even if it is high on the charts.
How about something different, but still high on the charts. Here are some: Green Day- Holiday. Every time it comes on the radio and cannot change the channel! And: George Michael- Faith (oldie), Bon Jovi- Living on a prayer (oldie), Killers- Mr. Brightside or Somebody Told Me, Shakira- La Tortura, Gorillza- Feel Good Inc, and Coldplay - Clocks or Speed of Sound for abs or cooldown. Damien Rice - The Blower's Daughter would be great for a cooldown too. Good luck and hope you find some great tunes!

You've probably already done this in a track before my certification: but how about "I need a hero" from the Footloose or the Shrek 2 soundtrack? That song makes me want to move.

voodo child- rouge traders? cool song, sung by that chick from "neighbours".
anything by coldplay
lose control by missy e!

Listen To Your Heart (Furious F. EZ Radio Edit)by DHT awesome track Mark :)

Heya,

Great Job with 61!

Regarding tunes: (for any release!)
Global Deejays - Sound of San Francisco - I can back Pedro up, its really good
But for a really good remix for "Flashdance what a feeling", try DJ Rankin's. :)
Milk - I dont care
Special D - Come With Me (might be the groove coverage remix?)
Gigi D'Agostino - Summer Jam (would have to be warmdown as quite slow & chilled)
Colours ft Domino - Hold Me & Kiss Me
ATC - Around The World
BodyRockers - I like the way You Move

Love your work :)

A great song for cooldown and stretch would be "Open Door" with Bodies Without Organs. BWO has swept across Europe (especially eastern Europe) and the song is great. The whole album is.

A song that would make a good party step would be "Bachi bachi" with Luca.

Hey mark

I'd have to suggest the song from shapeshifters, that was already used in bodypump... that song has got turn step written all over it...

Best wishes from portugal

These are some hits from Spain:
Craig David, All the way.
Marlango, Automatic imperfection
Coldplay, speed of sound
robbie williams, tripping
ricky martin, que mas da
gwen stefany, cool
BEN MOODY FEAT ANASTACIA, EVERYTHING BURNS
the chemical brothers, the boxer
martin solveig, oh la la la
jamiroquai, seven day in sunny june

Hope these will help you!

As far as older stuff goes, what about that old group called Snap! They have some great songs that I'm surprised I haven't seen.. Cult of Snap, and Rhythym is a Dancer are both good. Or Technotronic - Pump Up The Jam or The Real Mcoy - Another Night or Runaway. All older songs that whenever I hear them I remember how much I used to love them.

You know that here in the USA, we love our hip-hop! "Lose Control" by Missy Elliott would be great, but PLEASE don't use "Don't Cha" by the Pussycat Dolls!

Thought's from Canada, eh? ;o)

Top songs that come to mind would be:

David Gueda - The World Is Mine
Missy Elliot - Lose Control
Deep Dish - Say Hello
Lost Witness - Home
Gold Digger - Kanya West (Think of the Ab track!!!)

Something old, re-done - Darude's Sandstorm (SCREAM'S POWER!)

That's all from the Great White North!

Dear Mark,

Sourcing music must be one of the most difficult AND entertaining parts of your job.

I often hear music at dance clubs that I think would be excellent in BODYSTEP. Shortly after it shows up on the next release.

Do you ever go clubbing to search for music?

Do you ever go out on the dance floor and have a hard time just dancing without throwing in some squat taps, turn steps or propulsive knees?

I must admit I have to hold back the urges, especially when I hear BODYCOMBAT tracks. The last thing I need is to get bounced or arrested for a cool roundhouse backfist knee combo.

Anyway, can't wait to see you here in the US. Maybe in November?

Ben
Pennsylvania, USA

I think that the J Beck Club Mix of 'Cater 2 U' by Destiny's Child would be awesome - FreshFM in Adelaide have been playing this remix which gives such a bright and uptempo feel to the track.

woot from Adelaide, Oz Land, BS 61 rocks and from what I'm reading, 62 promises to be bigger and better! *g*

A lot of the songs already mentioned are also big down here *g*

Anything by the Black Eyed Peas is rocking down here too, like the new song Don't Lie, smooth and cool, perhaps a neat cooldown track?

also, LOSE CONTROL (Stonebridge / Original mix) Missy Elliott rocking the clubs
DON'T CHA (Ralphi's Hot Freak 12'' Vox mix) The Pussycat Dolls (both of which are already mentioned *g*)
GET IT POPPIN' (Radio mix) Fat Joe feat. Nelly
4EVER The Veronicas

I'm sure I can come up with plenty more! Keep up the fabulous work!
Sophie

Hey! Thanks for all you suggestions. Keep your ears open in the clubs Ben, those remixes are the ones i'm after. It's been a long time since i've been clubbing (do they still call it clubbing?), but I hear that some of our members bust out in to some of the BODYJAM routines when thry're out ;-)
Sophie, I've been looking for a remix of Lose Control, i'll check out the stonebridge version.
Marty, loving the J Beck remix.
Phoebe, I'm a bit undecided on the ab track, i'll take a listen to Gold digger.
Danielle, some goodies there, real blasts from the past.
Angie, looks like there's too many requests to not use PCD Don't Cha, I personally love the remix, but I guess I'll refrain from using it... ;-/
Amanda, Trialling Voodoo child at the mo.
And everyone else, huge thanx, i'm off to search for those songs!!!

Always love "Summer Rain" by Slinkee Minx...great for Track 3...The best song in the world!

Anything by massive attack. some tunes would make a good fast track- some tunes would be good for abs or cooldown.

*g* I'm back!

the Jacques Lu Cont mix of Lose Control by Missy Elliot is also awesome, I listened to it on the net tonight and it had track 5 written all over it! (perhaps it needs to be a little sped up though). A tad more funkier than the Stonebridge version to me!

A good, funky track 7 is Dare (Soulwax remix) by the Gorillaz, worth a look. Or even the original version is a good, funky tempo for a track 11, I can feel the push ups and abdominals working !

Heartbeatz - Styles & Breeze
wow it might be too late, but wouldn't it be good for w-up track?

one thats always in the "clubs" ;) at the moment, is 'everywhere' by moustache. another really funky song is 'do you want to' by franz ferdinand!

Cool down - "2AM"

DJ, USA

speed track - american idiot- green day

r u gonna be my girl? - jet -

mareen - fow



DJ again

end of the world as we know it (I think of this everytime I do lifestyle of the rich and famous)

Everywhere 2005 by Climax for press/abs?

Hey Mark-

Love your choices! We're enjoying #61!

How about some old school???
Like "Ladies Night" or "September" by Kool and the Gang. Then there's "Red Alert" by Basement Jax and "American Girl" by Tom Petty. We could use some Arrested Development with "Mr. Wendal" or "Tennessee". And I love 9 to 5 so bring on some cool country with Lyle Lovett and "Cowboy Man".

Something out of the curent charts but still fun...

It looks like you've gotten some great suggestions! Thanks for letting us make them! Some oldies that I like.....

Dancing with Myself by Billy Idol
What's Up by 4 Non-Blondes
I Don't Want to Go on with You Like That OR Crocodile Rock by Elton John

Mark you rock, thanks for taking the suggestions.
Thats what i like about you from the romantics maybe you could find a remix that could be used for step or the original might work.
Thanks,
Molly from southern california

Hello, here is my little list for you :)

Torn - Natalie Imbruglia (Remix Version) -
Digital Love - Daft Punk
Hey Mama - Black Eyes Peas
Dance with me - Alphaville (Mix Version)

For the Recovery
La Bomba
Route 66 Depeche Mode
Do Wha Diddy

x8 - Beer for my Horses - Toby Keith

x9 - 99 Red Ballons - Nena

x10 -
Footlose - A.Kay-B.JMix
Not Gonna Get Us - T.A.T.U

x11- We Can - LeeAnn Rimes
x12 - Lipslike Sugar- Seal (cooldown)

AND
Photogragh- Nickelback ;)
La Tortura - Shakira & Alejandro Saenz :)
Ti Amo - Sara Parche - (Gigi de Angostino vs Richie Poveri Version) Italian Song (good song) :) :)

I love this three last songs, I dont have them on mix and maybe they are a little hard for the BS choreography but I know you always create magiC so I give them to you.

Hi guys

Love my Body Step and really love any retro tracks you throw at us. Would really enjoy Disco Inferno (not sure who by)as a track. Great sing a long track with a funky 70's disco beat. What do you think?

Carmen

Just want to let you know that I loved Bodystep 62, especially songs 4-12!!!! #10 had a really great feel:o)

You all looked fantastic, great to have Lisa back!! We love you both!!!

Hey Mark!
Awesome BS62!
SFew songs that I like...
Anything by BOND, (classical mixed with pop/dance) even so great sound that they produce.

"Hello" by the Cat Empire (Awesome for Track 1)

"Buggin Me (Hype Music Extended Mix" by Selwyn great song for Track 2.

Another song that is really fantastic is the promotional song on the "4 million a week video clip" is it possible to use? Maybe for Track 10?

"AM to PM (Hex hector/Mac Quayle Club Mix)" by Christina Milian. Great Track, step recovery or track 4.

Thanks mark!

Hey Mark, another song is the 2005 version of "Do Your Thing"

Thanks, Jamie W!

Hey Mark,
Love Bodystep...nothing else like it!!! How about Mesmerize by Faith Evans. Check it out, sounds like a track three to me!!!!
Beth/USA

I have always loved Funky Town.

Hey Mark and Lisa!

What di you think about Madonna? This title are number one in Belgium and in more European country.

Goodbye

Sanchez

Hey Mark!
Speed Track:  "I'm so excited, I just can't hide it, I'm about to lose control and I think I like it...."  I think this is an old song by the Pointer Sisters?  I would be awesome for track 9.

Congratulations on Body Step 66. Fantantistic! I commend you for the superb execution of the choreography. You must rehearse really hard. It is very motivating having 5 instructors on stage, perfectly in line,in time and together.WOW!
I have taught B/Step for 7 years now and it just keeps getting better. One wish I have is that you print the words of the songs in the choreography notes. It`s fun to do some singing along- even more fun when I have the words right!!
Our clubs release #66 January 22`07. Looking forward to this excitement.  Hapy New Year. Lorna.

That`s fine with me! Just wanted you to know how great I think the program is.

Talk about a workout you can do in a few minutes yet still feel your heart