Apollo 440

Apollo 440, a '90s dance act, emerged in 1991 with members Howard Gray, Trevor Gray, and Noko. Influenced by the acid-house scene, they initially worked as remixers before transitioning to recording. Their hits like "Ain't Talkin' Bout Dub" and "Krupa" showcased their eclectic style, incorporating samples from artists like Van Halen and Gene Krupa. Apollo 440 released albums such as Millennium Fever and Electro Glide in Blue, with their 2000 album Getting High on Your Own Supply marking their return to the music scene. Their sound, characterized by mixing various styles and samples, earned them success in the British Top Ten.

Apollo 440's formation in 1991 by Howard Gray, Trevor Gray, and Noko led to their experimentation with diverse musical styles and samples. Rising from the acid-house movement, they evolved from remixing tracks for artists like U2 and EMF to creating their own club hits like "(Don't Fear) The Reaper." Their debut album, Millennium Fever, in 1995, and subsequent releases like Electro Glide in Blue and Getting High on Your Own Supply, solidified their presence in the '90s dance music scene. By infusing classic hooks from artists like Gene Krupa into their tracks, Apollo 440 showcased their innovative approach to music production and cemented their place in music history.