How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Richard Marx, Lisa Loeb & Nine Stories, Buffalo Tom, Peach Union, Chaka Demus & Pliers, Kenny Thomas, Alisha’s Attic, Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark, Def Leppard, No Mercy, The Blue Nile, The Cardigans
They are the performers of twelve vintage love songs that were ranked in various charts, this week (37/52) BUT … in the Nineties 90s.
1. Which chart position did “Until I Find You Again” by Richard Marx achieve on the Billboard Hot 100?
- A No. 3
- B No. 42
- C No. 18
2. Lisa Loeb’s “Do You Sleep?” was directed by which video director?
- A Sophie Muller
- B David Fincher
- C Spike Jonze
3. Who wrote the lyrics for “Remember Me This Way” by Jordan Hill?
- A David Foster
- B Linda Thompson
- C Diane Warren
4. Where did Peach’s “On My Own” achieve a number one chart position?
- A Australia
- B Israel
- C Canada
5. “She Don’t Let Nobody” by Chaka Demus & Pliers is a cover of a song by which artist?
- A Curtis Mayfield
- B Bob Marley
- C Smokey Robinson
6. In which year was “Trippin’ On Your Love” by Kenny Thomas released?
- A 1991
- B 1992
- C 1993
7. What inspired the lyrical nod in Foo Fighters’ track that references Arlandria?
- A A historical event
- B A children’s rhyme
- C An urban legend
8. “Have You Ever Needed Someone So Bad” by Def Leppard was the highest-charting single from which album?
- A Adrenalize
- B Pyromania
- C Hysteria
9. The single “House Party at Boothy’s” by Little Man Tate features what on its vinyl sleeve?
- A Lyrics
- B Ordnance Survey map
- C Personalized artwork
10. No Mercy’s cover of “Kiss You All Over” includes a fusion of house beats and what instrument?
- A Flamenco guitar
- B Piano accordion
- C Steel drums
11. Which mixer worked on “Headlights on the Parade” by The Blue Nile?
- A Steve Lillywhite
- B Bob Clearmountain
- C Trevor Horn
12. The song “Your New Cuckoo” by The Cardigans was released under which label?
- A Epic Records
- B Stockholm
- C Geffen
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Tracklist
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1 . Richard Marx – Until I Find You AgainFeatured on the 1997 album “Flesh & Bone”.
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2 . Lisa Loeb & Nine Stories – Do You Sleep?Featured on the 1995 album “Tails”.
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3 . Buffalo Tom – WiserFeatured on the 1998 album “Smitten”.
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4 . Peach Union – On My OwnFeatured on the 1997 album “Audiopeach”.
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5 . Chaka Demus & Pliers – She Don’t Let NobodyFeatured on the 1993 album “Tease Me”.
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6 . Kenny Thomas – Trippin’ On Your LoveFeatured on the 1993 album “Wait for Me”.
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7 . Alisha’s Attic – The IncidentalsFeatured on the 1998 album “Illumina”.
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8 . Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark – Then You Turn AwayFeatured on the 1991 album “Sugar Tax”.
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9 . Def Leppard – Have You Ever Needed Someone So Bad?Featured on the 1992 album “Adrenalize”.
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10 . No Mercy – Kiss You All OverFeatured on the 1996 album “My Promise”.
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11 . The Blue Nile – Headlights On The ParadeFeatured on the 1989 album “Hats”. |
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12 . The Cardigans – Your New CuckooFeatured on the 1996 album “First Band On The Moon“.
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And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. The single “Until I Find You Again” peaked at No. 42 on the Billboard Hot 100. It also reached No. 3 on the U.S. Adult Contemporary chart, showcasing Marx’s staying power in that genre.
2. Directed by Sophie Muller, “Do You Sleep?” was released as the third single from Lisa Loeb’s debut album. Her visual style brought the song’s themes to life.
3. Linda Thompson wrote the lyrics for “Remember Me This Way,” paired with music by David Foster. The song accompanied the film “Casper.”
4. “On My Own” hit number one in both Israel and Mexico. The track by British electronic music trio Peach showcased their international appeal.
5. Chaka Demus & Pliers covered “She Don’t Let Nobody,” originally by Curtis Mayfield. Their cover maintained the respectful tone of Mayfield’s lyrics.
6. “Trippin’ On Your Love” by Kenny Thomas was released in 1993. The track appeared on his album “Wait for Me” and was later featured on a dance music compilation.
7. Foo Fighters’ track with a nod to Arlandria is inspired by the children’s rhyme “Rain Rain Go Away.” Dave Grohl connected its cadence to a rock context.
8. Featured on “Adrenalize,” “Have You Ever Needed Someone So Bad” was a standout single. Def Leppard crafted the album post-Steve Clark’s passing.
9. Little Man Tate’s “House Party at Boothy’s” vinyl sleeve includes an Ordnance Survey map. It added an element of local authenticity to their music.
10. No Mercy’s “Kiss You All Over” cover mixes house beats with flamenco guitar. This combination brought a fresh take to the classic tune.
11. Bob Clearmountain mixed “Headlights on the Parade” by The Blue Nile. His work contributes to the song’s polished production.
12. “Your New Cuckoo” by The Cardigans was released under the Stockholm label. The track added to the band’s growing international footprint.
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