Tin Tin Out was a British dance music production and remix duo, active primarily from the mid-1990s to the early 2000s. Comprising Graham Stack and Rob Searle, the duo became highly sought after for their extensive remixes of popular tracks and for their original production work with various artists. They often fused elements of house, pop, and electronica, creating a distinctive sound that was popular on radio and in clubs during their active period. They also released several singles under their own name, frequently collaborating with featured vocalists.
History
Graham Stack and Rob Searle formed Tin Tin Out in the mid-1990s. Both members had prior experience in the music industry, with Stack having worked as a DJ and producer, and Searle also involved in production and remixing. They quickly gained recognition for their ability to transform existing pop, R&B, and rock tracks into radio-friendly dance anthems, characterized by their melodic arrangements and polished production quality.Their breakthrough as artists in their own right came with the 1998 single "Here's Where The Story Ends," a dance cover of The Sundays' 1990 indie hit. Featuring vocals by Shelley Nelson, the track was a significant commercial success, reaching number 7 on the UK Singles Chart and becoming their highest-charting single.
Throughout their career, Tin Tin Out were prolific remixers, working with a vast array of high-profile artists across different genres. Their remixes were instrumental in helping many artists achieve broader appeal on dance floors and within the pop charts, often defining the sound of mainstream dance-pop in the late 1990s.
Members
- Graham Stack: Producer, songwriter, DJ.
- Rob Searle: Producer, songwriter, DJ.
Musical Style and Impact
Tin Tin Out's musical style was characterized by its melodic sensibility, strong vocal hooks, and a sophisticated blend of electronic dance music elements with accessible pop structures. They excelled at creating uplifting and commercially viable dance tracks. Their remixes often incorporated driving house beats, lush synthesizer pads, and carefully crafted arrangements that respected the original song while giving it a distinct, contemporary dancefloor energy.Their impact was significant during the late 1990s and early 2000s, where their sound was a staple on commercial radio and in nightclubs across the UK and beyond. They played a key role in shaping the sound of mainstream dance-pop during this era, both through their own successful releases and their extensive catalog of influential remixes.
Notable Works
Singles
- "The Feeling" (1995)
- "Strings For Yasmin" (1998) – UK No. 51
- "Here's Where The Story Ends" (featuring Shelley Nelson) (1998) – UK No. 7
- "Here Come The Sunshine" (featuring Emma Bunton) (1999) – UK No. 26
- "Dance With Me" (featuring Emma Bunton) (2001) – UK No. 13
Selected Remixes
Tin Tin Out produced official remixes for numerous prominent artists, including:- All Saints – "Never Ever"
- Boyzone – "Words"
- Duran Duran – "Ordinary World"
- Eternal – "I Wanna Be the Only One"
- Gabrielle – "Rise"
- Lighthouse Family – "High"
- Mariah Carey – "When You Believe"
- Pet Shop Boys – "New York City Boy"
- Simply Red – "Stars"
- Spice Girls – "Say You'll Be There"