Ain't Talkin' 'Bout Dub
Apollo 440
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Let's go back to the rock Go back to the rock And see it at four forty Ain't talkin' 'bout dub Ain't talkin' 'bout dub Ain't talkin' 'bout dub Rocker to rocker, raver to raver Turn up the bass why don't you do us all a favour Rocker to rocker, raver to raver Turn up the bass why don't you do us all a favour Another danger zone Red alert, another danger zone Red alert Ain't talkin' 'bout dub Ain't talkin' 'bout dub Ain't talkin' 'bout dub
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Written by: ALEX VAN HALEN, DAVID LEE ROTH, EDWARD VAN HALEN, MICHAEL ANTHONY
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11 facts about this song
Musical Style"Ain't Talkin' 'Bout Dub" by Apollo 440 is not your typical pop tune. It's an electronic rock hybrid with a fusion of techno, trance and rock elements. The band is known for experimenting with various genres, making their music quite distinctive.
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Use of SamplesInterestingly, the song prominently features a sample of "Ain't Talkin' 'Bout Love," a famous song by the rock band Van Halen. This is even reflected in the title of the song as a playful nod to its source material.
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Chart Success"Ain't Talkin' 'Bout Dub" was a major hit for Apollo 440. Released as a single from their album 'Electro Glide in Blue,' it climbed to number 7 on the UK Singles Chart in 1997.
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Influential ArtistsThe members of Apollo 440 are known to be fans of Van Halen, who provided the guitar riff that anchoring "Ain't Talkin' 'Bout Dub." They have also cited influences as varied as the Chemical Brothers, Pink Floyd, and the Prodigy.
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Cultural ImpactThe song was featured in the 1999 film, 'Arlington Road,' and has also found its way into various TV shows and videogames, including the 'Gran Turismo' series.
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Band Name OriginThe band's name, Apollo 440, is a reference to the frequency of concert pitch — the A note, which is usually set at 440 Hz.
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Lyrics and MeaningDespite the significant use of samples, "Ain't Talkin' 'Bout Dub" has its own vocals and lyrics. The song doesn't tell a narrative story, but the vocals add to the overall sound and style.
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Critical ReceptionCritics have praised "Ain't Talkin' 'Bout Dub" for its energetic beats, innovative sound, and clever use of sampling. Many fans consider it one of Apollo 440's best works.
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Writing and ProductionThe song was written by the members of Apollo 440 and Van Halen, showcasing their innovative approach to electronic music. They also handled production duties for the track.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Ain't Talkin' 'Bout Dub" is as energetic and innovative as the song itself, featuring rapid cuts and dynamic visuals that match the song's high tempo and genre-blending style.
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International SuccessNot only was the song successful in the UK, it performed well internationally too. In New Zealand, it reached number 8 on the Singles Charts, and in Ireland, it reached number 12.
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