How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Finley Quaye, Incognito, Tony! Toni! Toné!, Pato Banton, Kid Frost, Tina Turner, En Vogue, Snoop Dogg, Janet Jackson, Prince, Tasmin Archer, Neneh Cherry
They are the performers of twelve vintage hip-hop, soul, etc. tracks that were ranked in various charts, this week (33/52) BUT … in the Nineties 90s.
1. Which of these titles is a track by Finley Quaye that features lyrics about “Ultra stimulation” and “Vital vibration”?
- A When I Burn Off Into The Distance
- B Spiritualized
- C Saturday Shining
2. Which genre is Incognito primarily known for, as reflected in their song about remaining friends after a breakup?
- A Acid Jazz
- B Grunge
- C Classical
3. What is the highest position Tony! Toni! Toné!’s song from The Revival reached on the U.S. Hot R&B Singles chart?
- A Number two
- B Number one
- C Number ten
4. Pato Banton’s Groovin’ is a reinterpretation of a song originally performed by which band?
- A The Monkees
- B The Young Rascals
- C The Beach Boys
5. Which track featuring “La Raza” became a lead single for Kid Frost in 1990?
- A Take Me Out
- B La Familia
- C La Raza
6. What instrument is prominently sampled in Kid Frost’s “La Raza”?
- A Violin
- B Trumpet
- C Harp
7. Which Billy Steinberg and Tom Kelly-penned Tina Turner track climbed to number 8 on the U.S. Billboard Adult Contemporary chart?
- A I Will Always Love You
- B (Simply) The Best
- C Look Me In The Heart
8. What song by En Vogue was both a Curtis Mayfield cover and a top-ten hit on the Billboard Hot 100?
- A Giving Him Something He Can Feel
- B My Lovin’ (You’re Never Gonna Get It)
- C Don’t Let Go (Love)
9. Which Snoop Dogg song features The Dramatics, showcasing a classic G-funk style in its visuals?
- A What’s My Name?
- B Gin and Juice
- C Doggy Dogg World
10. Janet Jackson’s 1993 hit single includes samples from which famous girl group’s song?
- A Spice Girls
- B Diana Ross & The Supremes
- C Destiny’s Child
11. Which artist’s track was the final recording for the Graffiti Bridge project and included various remix versions?
- A Prince
- B David Bowie
- C Michael Jackson
12. With top-10 success in various countries, which Neneh Cherry track was inspired by James Brown’s 1966 classic?
- A It’s a Man’s Man’s World
- B 7 Seconds
- C Woman
For TWELVE more Hip-Hop & Soul – Vintage 90s Music Videos – week 33/52 – click here
Tracklist
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1 . Finley Quaye – Ultra StimulationFeatured on the 1997 album “Maverick A Strike“.
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2 . Incognito – Still A Friend Of MineFeatured on the 1993 album “Positivity”.
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3 . Tony! Toni! Toné! – The BluesFeatured on the 1993 album “Sons of Soul”.
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4 . Pato Banton – GroovinFeatured on the 1996 album “Stay Positive”.
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5 . Kid Frost – La RazaFeatured on the 1990 album “Hispanic Causing Panic”.
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6 . Tina Turner – Look Me In the HeartFeatured on the 1989 album “Foreign Affair“.
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7 . En Vogue – Giving Him Something He Can FeelFeatured on the 1992 album “Funky Divas“.
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8 . Snoop Dogg – Doggy Dogg World (w/ The Dogg Pound & The Dramatics)Featured on the 1993 album “Doggystyle“.
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9 . Janet Jackson – IfFeatured on the 1993 album “Janet“.
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10 . Prince – Thieves In The TempleFeatured on the 1990 album “Graffiti Bridge“.
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11 . Tasmin Archer – ArienneFeatured on the 1993 album “Great Expectations”. |
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12 . Neneh Cherry – WomanFeatured on the 1996 album “Man”.
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And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. “Saturday Shining,” released by Finley Quaye, delves into themes of vibration and dancing. The track dates to the artist’s 1997 late-1990s UK run. It charted on the UK Singles Chart at number 51, ensuring its place in Quaye’s discography.
2. Incognito’s catalog prominently features acid jazz, and “Still a Friend of Mine” exemplifies their early ’90s style. Jean-Paul “Bluey” Maunick’s leadership helped define their sound during this era.
3. The single from Tony! Toni! Toné!’s “The Revival” climbed to number one on the U.S. Hot R&B Singles chart. The 1990 chart performance highlighted the group’s crossover appeal.
4. Pato Banton reimagined The Young Rascals’ “Groovin’” in 1996, underscoring its reggae transformation. The reinterpretation hit number 14 on the UK Singles Chart, adding a modern twist to the 1967 classic.
5. “La Raza,” the lead single by Kid Frost in 1990, stands out as a defining track of Hispanic Causing Panic. It combined cultural themes and a catchy beat, resonating well beyond its original Mexican-American audience.
6. “La Raza” by Kid Frost features a trumpet sample from El Chicano’s “Viva Tirado.” This instrumental touch drew from the 1970 cover of Gerald Wilson’s composition and proved pivotal in shaping the song’s sonic character.
7. Tina Turner’s “(Simply) The Best,” penned by Steinberg and Kelly, gained traction on adult contemporary charts. While originally recorded by Bonnie Tyler, Turner’s take achieved notable success.
8. “Giving Him Something He Can Feel” from En Vogue covered Mayfield’s original and charted well, making waves on the Billboard Hot 100. The ’92 album Funky Divas expanded the group’s visibility.
9. “Doggy Dogg World” by Snoop Dogg, with guest vocals by The Dramatics, tapped into G-funk’s ‘70s aesthetic. Part of Snoop’s 1993 album, its video mixed nostalgia with star-studded appearances.
10. Janet Jackson’s hit samples “Someday We’ll Be Together” by Diana Ross & the Supremes. Released in 1993, the record combined rock, trip hop, and hip hop under the production of Jam and Lewis.
11. Prince’s work on Graffiti Bridge included a final soundtrack addition, and the track achieved notable chart success. Remix variations further extended its reach in the early ’90s music landscape.
12. Inspired by James Brown’s classic, Neneh Cherry’s “Woman” combines modern elements with soul roots. The 1996 release charted well, earning a gold certification and critical acclaim for its reinterpretative flair.
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