How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Shakin Stevens, Maze, Fischer Z, Limahl, Jackie Wilson, T.S. Monk, Olivia Newton-John, Hue and Cry, Swimming With Sharks, Jimmy Nail, The Jeff Healey Band, Swans
They are the performers of twelve vintage love songs that were ranked in various charts, this week (18/52) BUT … in the Eighties 80s.
For TWELVE more ‘L’Amour Toujours’ – Vintage 80s Music Videos – week 18/52 – click here
Tracklist
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1 . Shakin Stevens – ShirleyFeatured on the 1982 album “Let’s Boogie”.
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2 . Maze – Love Is The Key (w/ Frankie Beverly)Featured on the 1983 album “We Are One”.
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3 . Fischer Z – So LongFeatured on the 1980 album “Going Deaf For A Living”.
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4 . Limahl – Love In Your EyesFeatured on the 1986 album “Colour All My Days”.
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5 . Jackie Wilson – I Get The Sweetest FeelingFeatured on the 1968 album “I Get The Sweetest Feeling”.
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6 . T.S. Monk – Candidate for LoveFeatured on the 1981 album “House Of Music”.
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7 . Olivia Newton-John – Make A Move On MeFeatured on the 1981 album “Physical”.
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8 . Hue and Cry – Violently [Your Words Hit Me]Featured on the 1987 album “Remote”.
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9 . Swimming With Sharks – Careless LoveFeatured on the 1987 album ” Swimming With Sharks”.
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10 . Jimmy Nail – Love Don’t Live Here Anymore (w/ Roger Taylor)Featured on the 1985 album “Take It or Leave It”.
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11 . The Jeff Healey Band – Angel EyesFeatured on the 1988 album “See The Light”. |
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12 . Swans – SavedFeatured on the 1989 album “The Burning World”.
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And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. Shakin’ Stevens recorded the track at Eden Studios in London. The single noted for its brief runtime was released by Epic Records in April 1982.
2. “Love Is The Key” was penned by Frankie Beverly. As the band’s leader, he is credited with much of Maze’s soulful repertoire.
3. In the video for Fischer-Z’s song, John Watts plays the part of a private investigator. This ties into the song’s narrative about a man’s romantic queries.
4. Limahl’s 1986 track was produced by Giorgio Moroder. The single enjoyed chart success in several European countries.
5. A version of the song reached number 3 on the UK Singles Chart in 1987. Its popularity led to its place in various media.
6. “Candidate for Love” peaked at No. 13 on the US Dance chart. It also appeared on T.S. Monk’s album “House of Music.”
7. John Farrar produced Olivia Newton-John’s track on “Physical.” He also co-wrote the song, confirming his lasting influence.
8. Hue and Cry, formed by the Kane brothers, released their notable 1988 track. It features on their album “Remote,” showcasing their late ’80s catalogue.
9. “Careless Love” was introduced by Humpe Humpe in 1987. The single was associated closely with their “Swimming with Sharks” album.
10. Roger Taylor co-produced Jimmy Nail’s debut track. He also contributed drums and synthesiser parts, aligning Queen’s touch.
11. The Jeff Healey Band’s single reached No. 5 on the Billboard Hot 100. The song later earned a spot among 1989’s major sellers.
12. Swans’ song from “The Burning World” reached the Alternative Songs chart. This work marked a stylistic evolution for the band.
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