Red 5 - Lift Me Up (Thk Club Mix)
Red 5 was a music project led by producer Thomas Kukula. The project achieved European chart success with singles like “Da Beat Goes” and "I Love You…Stop!"1. Let’s dive into the fascinating history of Red 5:

Formation and Early Success:
Red 5 was founded in 1995 and initially planned as a live dance act.
Despite initial rejections from record labels, Red 5 made their mark in 1996 when their single “Da Beat Goes” entered the Top 20 of the German charts. The vocals were provided by Dutch rapper MC Miker G.
Interestingly, the vocal sample used in “Da Beat Goes” originated from the 1989 track “Show’m The Bass” 23.
Project Members:
Alongside Thomas Kukula, other members contributed to Red 5:
Nadja Ayari: A singer who took over vocals for subsequent hits.
Anthony “Lemar” Woods: A singer and rapper, primarily responsible for male vocal parts.
Vanessa Garcia Sempere: A Spanish dancer who joined the group in January 1997. She had a background in aerobics instruction and classical dance studies in Germany .
Chart-Topping Hits:
Red 5 continued their success with tracks like “I Love You…Stop!”, “Lift Me Up,” and “For This World / Red 5 Jumps.”
The music videos often featured a football player sporting a red helmet and a number 5 jersey—a recurring visual motif.
The group made appearances on shows like VIVA Club Rotation and Chart Attack on ZDF .
Solo Endeavors:
Since the late 1990s, Thomas Kukula has performed under the pseudonym DJ Red 5.
Several of Red 5’s hits were later remixed and re-released.
In summary, Red 5 left an indelible mark on the dance and trance music scene, captivating audiences with their energetic beats and memorable tunes. 🎶🔴🕺