Dance music by Western bands

Hold OnSantana

Santana – Hold On

Santana, the American band known as pioneers of Latin rock—their sound, woven from passionate guitar and percussion, is truly one of a kind.

In August 1982, they released a track included on the landmark album Shangó.

Since it’s a cover of a song by a Canadian artist, it’s built on a sentimental rock melody, yet transformed into a dance number where their signature Latin groove shines in perfect fusion.

The song delivers a poignant yet empowering message, as if pleading with a loved one to “hold on just a little longer,” and it resonates deeply.

This classic, which reached No.

15 on the U.S.

charts, is perfect not only for heating up the dance floor at parties, but also for those moments when you need a boost to face tomorrow.

Brown SugarThe Rolling Stones

The Rolling Stones – Brown Sugar (Live) – OFFICIAL

Having weathered the tumultuous ’60s and launched their own label, The Rolling Stones embarked on a fresh start.

Symbolizing the dawn of their ’70s era is the classic album Sticky Fingers, released in 1971.

Kicking off that record, this track is rock ’n’ roll at its most exuberant—quintessential Stones.

Keith Richards’ languid yet razor-sharp guitar riff, American musician Bobby Keys’ funky sax solo, and Mick Jagger’s one-of-a-kind vocals lock together to create an irresistible groove.

The lyrics are provocative, but in true Stones fashion, they channel that edge into pure rock energy.

It’s a killer tune that gets your body moving on instinct—perfect for the dance floor.

Undercover Of The NightThe Rolling Stones

The Rolling Stones – Undercover Of The Night – OFFICIAL PROMO (EXPLICIT)

It’s a dance number by the legendary British rock band The Rolling Stones, where tense, urgent percussion intertwines with razor-sharp guitars.

Released in October 1983, it was the lead single from the album Undercover.

Its hard-edged groove, infused with New Wave and funk influences, has the power to set the dance floor ablaze.

Yet the lyrics ride that beat to depict political violence and oppression lurking in the night, lending the song a serious theme that sets it apart from a mere party track and gives it distinctive depth and thrill.

This bold sound, steered by Mick Jagger, almost seems to reflect the internal tensions within the band at the time.

It’s a perfect pick for an intelligent, cool, grown-up party night.

CelebrationKool and The Gang

Kool & The Gang – Celebration

Kool & the Gang are somewhat similar to the Commodores: they originally started as a funk band but eventually became a more pop-oriented act and even scored hits with ballads.

Celebration, from 1980, still retains their funk flavor.

It reached No.

1 on the Billboard charts and has become a standard.

Machine GunThe Communards

Commodores – Machine Gun

The Commodores, known for having Lionel Richie as a member, originally started out as a group with a strong soul flavor.

This track is a funky instrumental.

It was a moderate hit, reaching No.

22 on the Billboard charts, but it was later used across various media and has since become a standard.

Listen to the MusicThe Doobie Brothers

The Doobie Brothers Listen to the Music ~With Lyrics~

There are bands whose musical style changes drastically due to member changes, and The Doobie Brothers are one of them.

“Listen to the Music” was a hit during Tom Johnston’s tenure, and its rhythm guitar is especially appealing.

WannabeSpice Girls

Spice Girls – Wannabe (Official Music Video)

Despite being mocked as “just idols,” the Spice Girls sparked a global craze.

“Wannabe” was their debut single and immediately hit number one not only in the United States and Canada, but also across European countries and in Australia.

They went on to become one of the most successful girl groups in history.