Show Notes
STYLIN’
In this episode of Turn The Beat Around we celebrate one of the most distinctive dance genres born in 1980s America: Freestyle — an electronic, Latin‑infused, synth‑driven sound that emerged from the club scenes of New York, Philadelphia and Miami. The genre took shape in the early 1980s, blending post‑disco, electro and hip‑hop influences, with Shannon’s Let the Music Play (1983) widely considered the first true Freestyle record. Miami quickly became a major hub, developing a brighter, glossy production style that helped propel acts like Exposé into national chart success.
TTBA’s tribute leaned into an all‑female playlist honouring the genre’s emotional vocals, Latin percussion and shimmering synth hooks.
TOGETHER FOREVER Lisette Melendez 1990
WHAT YOU DON’T KNOW Expose 1989
PROVE YOUR LOVE Taylor Dayne 1988
FASCINATED Company B 1986
CRUSH ON YOU The Jets 1986
THE PLEASURE PRINCIPLE Janet Jackson 1987
Shep Pettibone 7″ Remix
IF YOU LEAVE ME NOW Jaya 1989
OVER & OVER Pajama Party 1989
PICK UP THE PIECES (TO MY HEART) Cindy Valentine 1989
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