Freaks – The Creeps (Get On The Dancefloor)
5COMPOSED, WRITTEN BY & PRODUCED BY:
Justin Harris,
Luke Solomon
ADDITIONAL PRODUCTION, RECORDING, AND MIXING OF VOCALS:
Stuart Crichton
FEATURING:
Stella Attar (vocals)
LYRICS & VOCALS BY:
Stella Attar
RELEASE DATE:
2007 (notable re-release/remix; original version released in 2003)
GENRE: Electro House / House
"The Creeps (Get On The Dancefloor)" is a club anthem with a fascinating double life: originally released in 2003 as "The Creeps (You're Giving Me)" by Freaks, it became a true dancefloor smash in 2007 after being remixed—most famously by Vandalism, whose version injected the track with a turbocharged electro-house energy that made it irresistible to clubbers and radio DJs alike.
The Vandalism remix is the definitive version, propelling the song into the UK Top 10 Singles Chart and onto dancefloors worldwide. If you’ve ever found yourself involuntarily strutting to a wobbly bassline at 2:00 AM, this track probably had something to do with it.
The song’s signature hook—“Get on the dancefloor”—has become a rallying cry for partygoers, and the track is often cited as a staple in mid-2000s house sets.
Notable remixes (besides Vandalism) include versions by Thomas Gold and Steve Bug, each bringing their own flavor to the already infectious groove.
The song’s success was a major breakthrough for Freaks, earning them international recognition and heavy rotation at clubs and festivals. It’s also one of those rare tracks that survived the transition from vinyl to digital DJing without losing any of its underground credibility.
Fun fact: The song’s “creepy” vibe is entirely intentional—Freaks have always loved a bit of mischief and surrealism in their music and visuals.
Freaks are the British duo of Justin Harris and Luke Solomon, revered in the underground house scene for their quirky, genre-bending productions and DJ sets. Starting out in the late 1990s, they became known for their off-kilter approach to house, blending deep grooves with playful, sometimes surreal elements.
Both are also respected solo producers and label owners—Solomon co-founded the influential Classic Music Company with Derrick Carter, while Harris has released on a slew of respected imprints.
Their breakthrough came with “The Creeps,” but their discography is full of leftfield gems, remixes, and collaborations with house music royalty. Freaks’ willingness to experiment has kept them relevant across decades, and their influence can be seen in the work of later house innovators like Claude VonStroke and Eats Everything.