Sequal
Sequal emerged in 1984 as the brainchild of visionary producer Lewis Martineé—renowned architect of Exposé’s sound—and instantly stamped its authority on the burgeoning Freestyle scene. Fronted by powerhouse vocalists Maria Christensen and Angie Vollaro, the duo fused sultry, commanding performances with electrifying stage presence, setting the standard for live dance music extravaganzas.
Their inaugural single, “It’s Not Too Late” (1985), exploded across clubs and radio waves alike, becoming one of the first Miami-driven Freestyle anthems to define an era. Cultivated in New York’s most influential dance floors, the track didn’t just echo the scene—it reshaped it, rippling through Los Angeles, Texas, and beyond as Sequal’s fervent crowds clamored for more.
Never content to rest on a single triumph, Sequal aligned with dance legends Louie Vega, Michael Morejon, Mantronik and Danny Tenaglia, each collaboration cementing their reputation for innovation. In 1988, Capitol Records enlisted their talents, pairing them with hitmakers Stock Aitken & Waterman. The result was a genre-spanning album that spawned “She Don’t Want You” and the thunderous top-ten dance smash “I’m Over You,” marrying Freestyle, Pop and R&B into a seamless, dancefloor-shaking experience.
Beyond the duo’s collective impact, both members forged distinguished paths:
· Angie Vollaro added her crystalline backing vocals to Exposé’s #1 Billboard hit “Seasons Change,” and lent her voice to projects by Genuine Parts and Olga before touring with Freestyle icon Nancy Martinez.
· Maria Christensen teamed with Grammy-winning producer Ric Wake for her ’90s solo debut on Atlantic Records, then fronted the female dance trio 3rd Party, whose top-40 hit “Can You Feel It” propelled them onto VH-1’s The RuPaul Show, Live with Regis & Kathie Lee, and The Today Show.
Maria’s pen would later craft global pop milestones—including “Waiting for Tonight,” first recorded by 3rd Party and immortalized by Jennifer Lopez—and songs recorded by Céline Dion, NSYNC and Ricky Martin.
Decades on, Sequal’s influence reverberates through every Freestyle and dance compilation, their tracks still spinning in golden-rotation on radio stations worldwide. Fan demand for their triumphant return grows daily, a testament to the duo’s indelible mark on dance music history—and proof that Sequal’s legacy is far from finished.
Their inaugural single, “It’s Not Too Late” (1985), exploded across clubs and radio waves alike, becoming one of the first Miami-driven Freestyle anthems to define an era. Cultivated in New York’s most influential dance floors, the track didn’t just echo the scene—it reshaped it, rippling through Los Angeles, Texas, and beyond as Sequal’s fervent crowds clamored for more.
Never content to rest on a single triumph, Sequal aligned with dance legends Louie Vega, Michael Morejon, Mantronik and Danny Tenaglia, each collaboration cementing their reputation for innovation. In 1988, Capitol Records enlisted their talents, pairing them with hitmakers Stock Aitken & Waterman. The result was a genre-spanning album that spawned “She Don’t Want You” and the thunderous top-ten dance smash “I’m Over You,” marrying Freestyle, Pop and R&B into a seamless, dancefloor-shaking experience.
Beyond the duo’s collective impact, both members forged distinguished paths:
· Angie Vollaro added her crystalline backing vocals to Exposé’s #1 Billboard hit “Seasons Change,” and lent her voice to projects by Genuine Parts and Olga before touring with Freestyle icon Nancy Martinez.
· Maria Christensen teamed with Grammy-winning producer Ric Wake for her ’90s solo debut on Atlantic Records, then fronted the female dance trio 3rd Party, whose top-40 hit “Can You Feel It” propelled them onto VH-1’s The RuPaul Show, Live with Regis & Kathie Lee, and The Today Show.
Maria’s pen would later craft global pop milestones—including “Waiting for Tonight,” first recorded by 3rd Party and immortalized by Jennifer Lopez—and songs recorded by Céline Dion, NSYNC and Ricky Martin.
Decades on, Sequal’s influence reverberates through every Freestyle and dance compilation, their tracks still spinning in golden-rotation on radio stations worldwide. Fan demand for their triumphant return grows daily, a testament to the duo’s indelible mark on dance music history—and proof that Sequal’s legacy is far from finished.