How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Katherine Jenkins, Turin Brakes, Ladyhawke, Rod Stewart, Candie Payne, The Reelists, The Duke Spirit, The Corrs, Belle Perez, Raul Malo, Fat Joe, Mylo
They are the performers of twelve vintage love songs that were ranked in various charts, this week (21/52) BUT … in the Noughties 2000s.
For TWELVE more ‘L’Amour Toujours’ – Vintage 2000s Music Videos – week 21/52 – click here
Tracklist
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1 . Katherine Jenkins – Time To Say GoodbyeFeatured on the 2004 album “Second Nature”.
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2 . Turin Brakes – Fishing For A DreamFeatured on the 2005 album “Jackinabox”.
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3 . Ladyhawke – Back Of The VanFeatured on the 2008 album “Ladyhawke”.
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4 . Rod Stewart – Don’t Come Around HereFeatured on the 2001 album “Human”.
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5 . Candie Payne – I Wish I Could Have Loved You MoreFeatured on the 2007 album “I Wish I Could Have Loved You More”.
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6 . The Reelists – Freak Mode
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7 . The Duke Spirit – Love Is An Unfamiliar NameFeatured on the 2006 album “Cuts Across the Land”.
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8 . The Corrs – Summer SunshineFeatured on the 2004 album “Borrowed Heaven”.
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9 . Belle Perez – Hello WorldFeatured on the 2002 album “Hello World”.
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10 . Raul Malo – I Said I Love YouFeatured on the 2001 album “Today”.
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11 . Fat Joe – What’s Luv? (w/ Ashanti)Featured on the 2001 album “Jealous Ones Still Envy (J.O.S.E.)”. |
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12 . Mylo – Into My ArmsFeatured on the 2004 album “Destroy Rock & Roll”.
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And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. Andrea Bocelli first performed “Con te partirò” in 1995, establishing its Italian origins. His iconic voice later paired with Sarah Brightman for the English version.
2. “Fishing for a Dream” by Turin Brakes reached number 32 on the UK Singles Chart, reflecting moderate success and public interest in the band’s third album era.
3. Ladyhawke’s debut single was first released on April 1, 2008, marking the launch of her self-titled album and digital introduction to audiences.
4. Helicopter Girl collaborated with Rod Stewart on “Human,” contributing her distinct vocal style to Stewart’s post-cancer comeback record.
5. Candie Payne’s “I Wish I Could Have Loved You More” came out as a single in 2007, setting the tone for her debut album with its soulful pop sensibilities.
6. “Freak Mode” by The Reelists depicts a secret relationship through clandestine meetings in private settings, highlighting the risky and hidden nature of the affair.
7. The Duke Spirit’s “Love Is An Unfamiliar Name” reflects blues-rock and post-punk influences, contributing to its moody and raw indie aesthetic.
8. On “Borrowed Heaven,” Andrea Corr plays the tin whistle, adding an ethereal quality to the track with her skill on traditional instruments.
9. Belle Perez’s song secured second place in the first heat of Eurosong ’99, showing strong performance in the competition despite not advancing further.
10. Raul Malo’s 2001 song from the album “Today” was co-written by Jaime Hanna and Alan Miller, blending their musical talents to craft the track.
11. Bille Woodruff directed the music video for “What’s Luv?” by Fat Joe and Ashanti, capturing the essence of early 2000s hip hop visuals.
12. Mylo’s track “In My Arms” samples “Bette Davis Eyes” and “Waiting for a Star to Fall,” merging classic tunes into a new electronic context.
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