How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Michelle McManus, Adele, Jennifer Hudson, Richard Ashcroft, Erasure, Sugababes, Gym Class Heroes, John Legend, Brandy, P!nk, Girls Aloud, Freeloaders
They are the performers of twelve vintage love songs that were ranked in various charts, this week (17/52) BUT … in the Noughties 2000s.
For TWELVE more 'L'Amour Toujours' - Vintage 2000s Music Videos - week 17/52 - click here
Tracklist
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1 . Michelle McManus - The Meaning Of LoveFeatured on the 2004 album "The Meaning of Love".
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2 . Adele - Cold ShoulderFeatured on the 2008 album "19".
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3 . Jennifer Hudson - If This Isn't LoveFeatured on the 2008 album "Jennifer Hudson".
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4 . Richard Ashcroft - A Song For The LoversFeatured on the 2000 album "Alone with Everybody".
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5 . Erasure - Don't Say You Love MeFeatured on the 2005 album "Nightbird".
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6 . Sugababes - About You NowFeatured on the 2007 album "Change".
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7 . Gym Class Heroes - Cupid's Chokehold (w/ Patrick Stump)Featured on the 2006 album "As Cruel as School Children".
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8 . John Legend - Used to Love UFeatured on the 2004 album "Get Lifted".
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9 . Brandy - What About Us?Featured on the 2002 album "Full Moon".
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10 . P!nk - Please Don't Leave MeFeatured on the 2008 album "Funhouse".
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11 . Girls Aloud - Call The ShotsFeatured on the 2007 album "Tangled Up". |
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12 . Freeloaders - So Much Love To Give (w/ The Real Thing)
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And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. Mark Ronson produced Adele's "Cold Shoulder," making it a standout track on her debut album 19. Known for its distinct pop and soul fusion, it gained attention partly due to Ronson's expertise.
2. Jennifer Hudson's "If This Isn't Love" was rescheduled from being released after a family tragedy. The single eventually came out in February 2009, becoming a highlight of her album's promotion.
3. Richard Ashcroft's yearning track "A Song for the Lovers" was inspired by Joy Division, borrowing from the emotional heft of "Love Will Tear Us Apart."
4. "Don't Say You Love Me" by Erasure rose to number 15 on the UK Singles Chart. The song's blend of synth-pop and doo-wop stood out in 2005.
5. Sugababes welcomed Amelle Berrabah on "About You Now," marking her first major appearance and the group's continued success in chart-topping hits.
6. "Cupid's Chokehold" featured a memorable sample of Supertramp's "Breakfast in America," blending nostalgia with Gym Class Heroes' modern twist.
7. Kanye West co-produced John Legend's "Used to Love U," contributing to its distinctive sound, laden with soul and hip-hop influences.
8. Brandy's song "What About Us?" premiered via AOL Music's First Listen, capturing attention early in the digital music era.
9. Pink drew inspiration from classic horror by imitating scenes from "Misery" in the video for "Please Don't Leave Me," showcasing her dramatic flair.
10. "Call the Shots" by Girls Aloud reached number 9 on the UK charts, solidifying its place as a fan favorite from the Tangled Up album era.
11. Kevin O'Toole handled engineering for the Freeloader's hit "So Much Love To Give," playing a crucial role in its polished production.
12. PJ Harvey recorded "50ft Queenie" at Pachyderm Studio, often noted for its raw energy captured by producer Steve Albini's signature technique.
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