How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Curtis Stigers, 3T, Tina Arena, Manic Street Preachers, Joe Cocker, Bekka Bramlett, The Seahorses, Alice Cooper, Ronan Keating, Go West, Simply Red, Amy Grant, Color Me Badd
They are the performers of twelve vintage love songs that were ranked in various charts, this week (42/52) BUT … in the Nineties 90s.
1. Which renowned producer contributed to Curtis Stigers’ hit released in 1992?
- A Glen Ballard
- B Quincy Jones
- C Brian Eno
2. What unique format was included with 3T’s 1995 single featuring Michael Jackson?
- A Picture disc vinyl
- B Black-and-white video
- C DVD with bonus tracks
3. For her 1998 single, what novel item was created specifically for Japanese DJs?
- A Karaoke CD
- B Four song remixes on vinyl
- C Exclusive autograph cards
4. What filming element is seen in the Manic Street Preachers’ “She Is Suffering” video?
- A Live concert footage
- B Art mannequins
- C Stop-motion animation
5. Which song includes the theme of crossing bridges with longing sentiments?
- A “Take Me Home” by Joe Cocker & Bekka Bramlett
- B “Bridge Over Troubled Water” by Simon & Garfunkel
- C “Under the Bridge” by Red Hot Chili Peppers
6. Who collaborated with John Squire in writing “Love Me and Leave Me”?
- A Liam Gallagher
- B Noel Gallagher
- C Morrissey
7. Which Alice Cooper track had a B-side cover of “Fire” by Hendrix?
- A “Poison”
- B “Love’s a Loaded Gun”
- C “School’s Out”
8. What was the commercial peak for Ronan Keating’s “When You Say Nothing at All”?
- A Gold certification in the UK
- B Number one in several countries
- C Top 10 in the US
9. Go West’s cover of “Tracks of My Tears” revolves around what visual metaphor?
- A Faces in a crowd
- B Smiles hiding tears
- C Shooting stars
10. Which Simply Red track was included in the album *Stars* and later featured in multiple compilations?
- A “If You Don’t Know Me by Now”
- B “Fairground”
- C “Something Got Me Started”
11. Which version of “House of Love” was produced by Michael Omartian?
- A Original album version
- B 30th anniversary edition
- C Acoustic version
12. Color Me Badd’s song reached number one in which country’s chart?
- A United Kingdom
- B United States
- C Australia
For TWELVE more ‘L’Amour Toujours’ – Vintage 90s Music Videos – week 42/52 – click here
Tracklist
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1 . Curtis Stigers – Never Saw A MiracleFeatured on the 1991 album “Curtis Stigers”.
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2 . 3T – Why? (w/ Michael Jackson)Featured on the 1995 album “Brotherhood”.
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3 . Tina Arena – If I Was a RiverFeatured on the 1997 album “In Deep”.
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4 . Manic Street Preachers – She Is SufferingFeatured on the 1994 album “The Holy Bible“.
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5 . Joe Cocker, Bekka Bramlett – Take Me HomeFeatured on the 1994 album “Have a Little Faith”.
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6 . The Seahorses – Love Me and Leave MeFeatured on the 1997 album “Do It Yourself”.
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7 . Alice Cooper – Love’s A Loaded GunFeatured on the 1991 album “Hey Stoopid”.
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8 . Ronan Keating – When You Say Nothing At AllFeatured on the 1999 album “Ronan”.
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9 . Go West – Tracks Of My Tears
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10 . Simply Red – Something Got Me StartedFeatured on the 1991 album “Stars“.
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11 . Amy Grant – House Of LoveFeatured on the 1994 album “House of Love “. |
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12 . Color Me Badd – I Adore Mi AmorFeatured on the 1991 album “C.M.B.”.
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And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. The 1992 Curtis Stigers song was produced by Glen Ballard, known for work with major artists. It achieved international chart success.
2. The unique feature of the 1995 single was a black-and-white video included in Michael Jackson’s box set, adding a timeless visual appeal.
3. Tina Arena’s 1998 single saw four remixes pressed on vinyl for club DJs in Japan, turning it into a rare collector’s item.
4. Manic Street Preachers’ “She Is Suffering” video features art mannequins, adding a visual layer to its exploration of desire.
5. Joe Cocker & Bekka Bramlett’s duet “Take Me Home” contains themes of love and bridge crossings, adding depth to the poetry.
6. Liam Gallagher partnered with John Squire to write “Love Me and Leave Me,” reflecting their shared Britpop influences.
7. “Love’s a Loaded Gun” by Alice Cooper featured a Jimi Hendrix cover as its B-side, showcasing Cooper’s respect for rock influences.
8. Ronan Keating’s cover topped charts in multiple countries, enjoying immense popularity and significant certifications.
9. Go West’s “Tracks of My Tears” highlights the contrast between smiling and hidden heartbreak, retaining its emotional impact.
10. “Something Got Me Started” by Simply Red not only led their fourth studio album but also appeared in several hit compilations.
11. The 30th anniversary edition of “House of Love” featured the renowned production of Michael Omartian, adding depth to its legacy.
12. Color Me Badd’s track reached number one on the US Billboard Hot 100, securing a lasting place in 90s music history.
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