"Cascada" is a German dance music act founded in 2004 by singer Natalie Horler, DJ Manian (Manuel Reuter), and DJ Yanou (Yann Peifer). One of their popular songs is a cover of "Because the Night," originally written by Bruce Springsteen and Patti Smith. Here are some interesting facts about Cascada and their version of "Because the Night":
Cascada's Version: Cascada released their cover of "Because the Night" in 2007. The song was part of their second studio album, "Perfect Day." Cascada's version is an energetic dance-pop rendition, featuring their signature Eurodance style.
Chart Success: The cover was a commercial success for Cascada, especially in European charts. It reached high positions in several countries, including the top 10 in Germany, the United Kingdom, and Ireland.
Sampling Controversy: Cascada's version of "Because the Night" faced some controversy due to accusations of unauthorized sampling. The controversy centered around the use of the melody from a 2002 song titled "Petit Pays" by Frederik Albert. The issue was eventually settled out of court.
Eurovision Song Contest Connection: Natalie Horler, the lead singer of Cascada, has been involved in the Eurovision Song Contest. In 2013, Cascada represented Germany in the Eurovision Song Contest with the song "Glorious."
International Popularity: Cascada is known for its success in the Eurodance and dance-pop genres. Apart from "Because the Night," they gained widespread recognition for hits like "Everytime We Touch" and "Evacuate the Dancefloor."
Album Success: The album "Perfect Day," which features "Because the Night," received positive reviews and achieved commercial success in various countries. It showcased Cascada's ability to blend pop and dance elements.
Dancefloor Anthem: "Because the Night" by Cascada became a popular anthem in dance clubs, thanks to its infectious beats and catchy melody. The combination of Natalie Horler's vocals and the energetic production by Manian and Yanou contributed to the song's popularity in the dance music scene.
These facts highlight Cascada's impact on the dance music scene and the success they achieved with their rendition of "Because the Night."