CULTURE SHOCK

 

Culture Shock were a short-lived Australian dance trio consisting of Lorena Novoa (an ex-member of Johnny Young's Young Talent Team), Paul Brandoli and Victoria Wu. Culture Shock became a staple in the nation’s dance scene. They rose to prominence with their unique blend of Euro House, Eurodance, and Hard Trance, earning a place in Australia’s charts. Their success allowed the group to reach wider audiences and create memorable performances on stage, where they opened for international acts like Culture Club, D:REAM, Culture Beat, Cut 'n Move, Pauline Henry, and Des’ree.

The group’s momentum also brought them to the forefront of the media circuit, with appearances at major music festivals, on television, and in radio interviews that showcased their electrifying style. The trio’s dynamic was fueled by Paul’s production mastery, Lorena’s Latin-infused vocals, and Victoria’s classical training, resulting in a sound that resonated deeply with fans. Culture Shock released one studio album, released in 1993 on the Footprintz Productionz label. The album was re-released in September 1994 on Dance Pool/Columbia following the success of "Satisfy the Groove".

SINGLES

"Satisfy the Groove" (#31) 1994 Footprintz Productionz

"My Enemy" (#40) 1994 Footprintz Productionz

"Amor Serenade" 1994 Footprintz Productionz
"Who's Gonna Cry for You" 1995 Laser Music

ALBUMS
'Culture Shock' (#33) 1993 Footprintz Productionz