BodyRockers
| Company type | Music duo |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music, Entertainment |
| Founded | 2004 |
| Founder | Dylan Burns, Kaz James |
| Defunct | 2007 |
| Headquarters | United Kingdom, Australia |
Area served | International |
| Products | Music albums and singles |
BodyRockers was an electronic music duo combining English and Australian talents, established in 2004 by Dylan Burns and Kaz James. Their 2005 hit single, "I Like the Way", peaked at number 3 on the UK Singles Chart, climbed to number 12 on Australia's ARIA Singles Chart, and secured a Top 20 position on the US Billboard Hot Dance Club Play and Hot Dance Airplay charts. That same year, they released their self-titled debut album and embarked on an international tour. Although a follow-up album was recorded, it never saw release, and the duo parted ways in 2007 to focus on solo endeavors.
Background
The formation of BodyRockers took place in 2004 when British vocalist and guitarist Dylan Burns (formerly of ColourSound) connected with Australian DJ Kaz James in Melbourne. Burns, originally from Herne Bay, England, met James, who had extensive DJ experience throughout Europe and Asia. Their partnership began with Burns adding guitar layers over James' DJ performances. Within just a month, they produced "I Like the Way," a track influenced by Billy Idol’s 1987 rendition of "Mony Mony." Released in April 2005, it achieved notable chart success across the UK, Australia, and the United States.
Following their breakthrough single, BodyRockers toured globally during 2005 and 2006. Later in 2005, they issued "Round and Round," which reached the Top 40 on the ARIA chart. Both singles were included on their debut album, BodyRockers. Despite recording a second album, the duo opted against releasing it, choosing instead to pursue individual projects. According to James, they decided against committing to another extensive promotional tour as BodyRockers.
Appearances in other media
"I Like the Way" has been utilized in commercials for brands such as BMW, Citroen, Ford, Mitsubishi, Hyundai, Diet Coke, DirecTV, and Ethel Austin. Additionally, it featured in promotional campaigns for the 2005 Victoria's Secret fashion show and the 2007 Hong Kong Sevens rugby event.
The track "Round and Round" was used in Canal 13 Argentina’s bumpers and station IDs during 2013.
Albums
| Year | Album | UK |
|---|---|---|
| 2005 | BodyRockers | 84 |
Singles
| Title | Year | AUS | AUT | BEL | CAN | DEN | ITA | NZL | NLD | UK | US Dance | Certification | Album |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| "I Like the Way" | 2005 | 12 | 17 | 33 | 9 | 8 | 20 | 7 | 51 | 3 | 20 |
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BodyRockers |
| "Round & Round" | 35 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
ARIA Music Awards
The annual ARIA Music Awards celebrate outstanding achievement and innovation within Australia's music industry.
| 2005 | "I Like the Way (You Move)" | Best Dance Release | Nominated |