How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Kavana, Mary Duff & Daniel O’Donnell, Space, Mark Knopfler, Imaani, Sheryl Crow, Susanna Hoffs, The Cardigans, Alison Limerick, Rahsaan Patterson, Yazz, New Kids On The Block
They are the performers of twelve vintage love songs that were ranked in various charts, this week (12/52) BUT … in the Nineties 90s.
1. What was Susanna Hoffs’ highest-charting solo single from her debut album “When You’re a Boy”?
- A “All I Want”
- B “My Side of the Bed”
- C “Unconditional Love”
2. How does the music video for The Cardigans’ “Erase/Rewind” incorporate sci-fi themes?
- A By using spaceship animations from “Star Trek”
- B References to “Star Wars” and “2001: A Space Odyssey”
- C Aliens performing with the band
3. Which song did Alison Limerick cover in 1994 that was a dance/house remake?
- A “Love Come Down”
- B “I Will Survive”
- C “Ain’t Nobody”
4. What television show did Rahsaan Patterson appear on as a child actor?
- A “The Cosby Show”
- B “Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood”
- C “Kids Incorporated”
5. Which original artist recorded “Never Can Say Goodbye,” which Yazz covered?
- A The Supremes
- B The Jackson 5
- C Earth, Wind & Fire
6. Who was the lead vocalist for New Kids on the Block’s “Never Let You Go”?
- A Joey McIntyre
- B Jonathan Knight
- C Jordan Knight
7. What was the message of Womack & Womack’s song “Celebrate the World”?
- A Environmental awareness
- B Global unity and celebration
- C Political reform
8. What notable event do The Bodysnatchers’ achieve with “Let’s Do Rock Steady”?
- A Opening a stadium for The Specials
- B Appearance on “Top of the Pops”
- C Featuring in a James Bond film
9. What production duo worked with Herb Alpert on “Keep Your Eye on Me”?
- A The Neptunes
- B Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis
- C Stock Aitken Waterman
10. Which show did Simon Harris perform “Bass (How Low Can You Go)” on, helping its success?
- A American Bandstand
- B Soul Train
- C Top of the Pops
11. Which song by Fox the Fox heavily influenced Dieter Bohlen’s uses of falsetto choruses?
- A “Flirting and Showing”
- B “Precious Little Diamond”
- C “Stealing Cheating”
12. Which production duo wrote and produced “Lucky Charm” for The Boys?
- A L.A. Reid and Babyface
- B Timbaland and Missy Elliott
- C Dr. Dre and Scott Storch
For TWENTY FOUR more ‘L’Amour Toujours’ – Vintage 90s Music Videos – week 12/52 – click here and here
Tracklist
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1 . Kavana – Will You Wait For MeFeatured on the 1998 album “Instinct”.
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2 . Mary Duff & Daniel O’Donnell – TimelessFeatured on the 1996 album “Timeless”.
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3 . Space – The Ballad of Tom Jones (w/ Cerys Matthews)Featured on the 1998 album “Tin Planet”.
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4 . Mark Knopfler – Darling PrettyFeatured on the 1996 album “Golden Heart”.
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5 . Imaani – Where Are You
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6 . Sheryl Crow – Anything But DownFeatured on the 1998 album “The Globe Sessions“.
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7 . Susanna Hoffs – My Side Of The BedFeatured on the 1990 album “When You’re a Boy”.
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8 . The Cardigans – Erase / RewindFeatured on the 1998 album “Gran Turismo”.
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9 . Alison Limerick – Love Come DownFeatured on the 1992 album “And Still I Rise”.
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10 . Rahsaan Patterson – Where You AreFeatured on the 1997 album “Rahsaan Patterson”.
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11 . Yazz – Never Can Say GoodbyeFeatured on the 1997 album “The Natural Life”. |
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12 . New Kids On The Block – Never Let You GoFeatured on the 1994 album “Face the Music”.
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And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. “My Side of the Bed” was Susanna Hoffs’ highest-charting single, reaching No. 30 on the Billboard Hot 100. It reflected her successful transition from The Bangles to a solo artist.
2. The music video for “Erase/Rewind” features nods to “Star Wars” and “2001: A Space Odyssey.” It uses sci-fi visual elements, such as closing walls and futuristic settings.
3. Alison Limerick’s cover of “Love Come Down” was a dance/house remake. Originally by Evelyn King, it highlighted Limerick’s soulful voice and danceable beats.
4. Rahsaan Patterson appeared as “The Kid” on “Kids Incorporated.” This early role launched his entertainment career before his success as a neo soul artist.
5. Yazz covered “Never Can Say Goodbye,” first recorded by The Jackson 5. Her version was a dance-pop interpretation that showcased her adaptability.
6. Jordan Knight performed lead vocals on “Never Let You Go.” His voice was integral to the New Kids on the Block sound, complemented by Donnie Wahlberg’s rap.
7. “Celebrate the World” by Womack & Womack celebrates global unity. It’s an upbeat track with infectious rhythms, promoting harmony across the globe.
8. “Let’s Do Rock Steady” by The Bodysnatchers led to an appearance on “Top of the Pops.” This significant exposure marked a highlight for the band in the ska revival era.
9. Herb Alpert collaborated with Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis on “Keep Your Eye on Me.” Their influence added a contemporary edge to Alpert’s classic trumpet style.
10. Simon Harris performed “Bass (How Low Can You Go)” on “Top of the Pops.” This appearance helped popularize the track and cemented its place in UK dance music history.
11. “Precious Little Diamond” by Fox the Fox influenced Dieter Bohlen. Its use of falsetto choruses inspired his production style, notably in works for Modern Talking.
12. “Lucky Charm” was created by L.A. Reid and Babyface. Their production was crucial in shaping the track’s success on Billboard’s charts.
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