How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Afrika Bambaataa vs Carpe Diem, Brigette Mcwilliams, Ladysmith Black Mambazo & Des’Ree, Gang Starr, Erma Franklin, Young Disciples, East 57Th Street, Divine, Eternal, Morcheeba, Dj Krush, Shaquille O’Neal
They are the performers of twelve vintage hip-hop, soul, etc. tracks that were ranked in various charts, this week (41/52) BUT … in the Nineties 90s.
1. What is notable about the 2013 track “Got To Get Up” by Afrika Bambaataa and Carpe Diem?
- A It uses a children’s choir for the chorus
- B It was a joint production and performance
- C It features a seven-minute guitar solo
2. Which album features Brigette McWilliams’ track “I Get The Job Done”?
- A New Jack RnB vol 5
- B Take Advantage of Me
- C Take Control of Me
3. Who collaborated with Ladysmith Black Mambazo on the 1999 track “Ain’t No Sunshine”?
- A Seal
- B Des’ree
- C Sting
4. What famous jazz pianist’s work is sampled in a 1990 track that appeared on the “Mo’ Better Blues” soundtrack?
- A Herbie Hancock
- B Thelonious Monk
- C Oscar Peterson
5. The original version of a certain soul classic was recorded by Erma Franklin in 1967. What caused its resurgence in 1992?
- A A Netflix Documentary
- B A UK commercial
- C A movie soundtrack
6. What British group released “Get Yourself Together” on their only album “Road to Freedom”?
- A Soul II Soul
- B Young Disciples
- C Eternal
7. Which track by Donna Allen reached the UK Singles Chart in 1997, featuring a dance-pop and R&B style?
- A Saturday
- B Joy & Pain
- C Heaven Sent
8. Which achievement did Divine’s track “Lately” reach in the US in 1998?
- A Grammy Award
- B Billboard Hot 100 Number One
- C MTV Music Award
9. “Angel of Mine” was a hit song for which British R&B group in 1997?
- A All Saints
- B Eternal
- C Spice Girls
10. What musical genres are blended in the Morcheeba track “Shoulder Holster” from their album “Big Calm”?
- A Classical and Hip Hop
- B Jazz and Reggae
- C Trip hop and Rock
11. Which rapper featured on DJ Krush’s track “Only the Strong Survive” from the album “Meiso”?
- A Nas
- B CL Smooth
- C Snoop Dogg
12. What media appearance did Shaquille O’Neal’s track with Peter Gunz have in 1998?
- A Super Bowl halftime show
- B The Tonight Show with Jay Leno
- C An NBA All-Star Game
For TWELVE more Hip-Hop & Soul – Vintage 90s Music Videos – week 41/52 – click here
Tracklist
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1 . Afrika Bambaataa vs Carpe Diem – Got To Get UpFeatured on the 1999 album ” “.
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2 . Brigette Mcwilliams – I Get The Job DoneFeatured on the 1994 album “Take Advantage Of Me”.
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3 . Ladysmith Black Mambazo & Des’Ree – Ain’t No SunshineFeatured on the 1999 album “In Harmony”.
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4 . Gang Starr – Jazz ThingFeatured on the 1990 album “Mo’ Better Blues”.
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5 . Erma Franklin – Piece Of My Heart (Video)
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6 . Young Disciples – Get Yourself TogetherFeatured on the 1991 album “Road to Freedom”.
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7 . East 57Th Street – Saturday (w/ Donna Allen)Featured on the 1993 album “Saturday”.
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8 . Divine – LatelyFeatured on the 1989 album “Fairy Tales”.
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9 . Eternal – Angel Of MineFeatured on the 1997 album “Greatest Hits”.
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10 . Morcheeba – Shoulder Holster HdFeatured on the 1997 album “Big Calm“.
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11 . Dj Krush – Only The Strong Survive (w/ cl Smooth)Featured on the 1996 album “Meiso”. |
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12 . Shaquille O’Neal – The Way It’s Goin’ DownFeatured on the 1998 album “Respect”.
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And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. The track “Got To Get Up” by Afrika Bambaataa and Carpe Diem represents a joint production and performance. Bambaataa’s fusion style is evident in the collaboration, enhancing his legacy as a pioneer in merging diverse musical influences.
2. Brigette McWilliams’ “I Get The Job Done” is featured on her 1994 album “Take Advantage of Me.” The track marked her first Billboard chart appearance, showcasing her evolving musical career.
3. In 1999, Ladysmith Black Mambazo collaborated with British artist Des’ree to cover Bill Withers’ “Ain’t No Sunshine.” This version highlighted a blend of isicathamiya harmonies and pop-soul elements.
4. Thelonious Monk’s piece “Light Blue” is sampled in a 1990 track on the “Mo’ Better Blues” soundtrack. This jazz influence is emblematic of the era’s sampling trends in hip hop music.
5. Erma Franklin’s 1967 soul hit gained renewed popularity in 1992 after its use in a UK commercial. The song returned to the Singles Chart, introducing it to a new generation of listeners.
6. The Young Disciples’ “Get Yourself Together” appeared on their influential album “Road to Freedom.” This trio’s work contributed to the acid jazz and neo-soul movements in the UK.
7. Donna Allen’s track “Saturday” charted at number 29 in the UK in 1997. Recognized for its dance-pop and R&B vibe, it was part of her career’s highlights.
8. “Lately” by Divine reached number one on the US Billboard Hot 100 in 1998. This anthem of lost love was highlighted by its organ-driven arrangement and teenage vocalists.
9. In 1997, the British group Eternal charted with “Angel of Mine,” their final top-10 hit in the UK. The song’s success added to their R&B acclaim before Kéllé Bryan’s departure.
10. Morcheeba’s “Shoulder Holster” combines trip hop and rock, released in 1998 on their album “Big Calm.” Known for its relaxed mood, the track showcases Skye Edwards’ signature vocals.
11. DJ Krush’s “Only the Strong Survive” features rapper CL Smooth. Known for its trip hop, jazz-influenced sound, the track contributed to the album “Meiso’s” unique style.
12. Shaquille O’Neal’s collaboration with Peter Gunz aired on “The Tonight Show with Jay Leno” in 1998. It highlighted his musical endeavors alongside his basketball career.
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