How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Prince, Level 42, Wet Wet Wet, Depeche Mode, The Blow Monkeys, Fat Larry’s Band, Rod Stewart, Steve Winwood, Daryl Hall & John Oates, Cliff Richard, Starship, Climie Fisher
They are the performers of twelve vintage love songs that were ranked in various charts, this week (38/52) BUT … in the Eighties 80s.
1. How did “Purple Rain” evolve before its release by Prince and the Revolution?
- A It was originally composed as a jazz piece.
- B It was meant to be a collaboration with Stevie Nicks.
- C It was initially a heavy metal track.
2. What notable feature surrounds the recording of Level 42’s “It’s Over”?
- A It was recorded in one take.
- B It was filmed at Mammoth Lakes, California.
- C It was performed by the original lineup.
3. In Wet Wet Wet’s “Sweet Surrender,” what is a distinct visual in the music video?
- A Band members dressed as astronauts.
- B Women swimming in midair.
- C A futuristic cityscape.
4. Which studio played a role in producing Depeche Mode’s “Love, in Itself”?
- A Abbey Road Studios.
- B Hansa Mischraum in Berlin.
- C Capitol Studios in LA.
5. What was the stylistic shift associated with The Blow Monkeys’ “Forbidden Fruit”?
- A Incorporation of jazz elements.
- B A punk rock influence.
- C Classical instruments introduction.
6. Which cover version fact relates to Fat Larry’s Band’s “Zoom”?
- A It was first covered by The Beatles.
- B Scooch performed a notable cover.
- C Cover versions were banned in Australia.
7. Which noteworthy fact pertains to Rod Stewart’s “Another Heartache”?
- A It features a cameo by Bryan Adams.
- B Stewart experimented with jazz time signatures.
- C Multiple different studios were used for recording.
8. What inspired the lyrics of Steve Winwood’s “Valerie”?
- A A Hollywood film.
- B A real successful woman’s life.
- C A fairy tale.
9. What distinguishes Hall & Oates’ version of “You’ve Lost That Lovin’ Feelin'”?
- A It was entirely acoustic.
- B It was adapted from the original by The Righteous Brothers.
- C It included a lengthy guitar solo.
10. Which fact is unique about Cliff Richard’s “Never Say Die (Give a Little Bit More)”?
- A It was recorded live at Wembley Stadium.
- B It opens the “Silver” anniversary album.
- C It features an orchestral arrangement by Hans Zimmer.
11. What event disrupted the tour supporting Starship’s “Love Among the Cannibals”?
- A Mickey Thomas losing his voice.
- B An altercation led to injuries.
- C Natural disasters forced cancellations.
12. What is a notable chart fact regarding Climie Fisher’s “Facts Of Love”?
- A It topped the US Billboard charts.
- B It reached number 50 on the UK Singles Chart.
- C It was the duo’s first number-one single.
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Tracklist
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1 . Prince – Purple RainFeatured on the 1984 album “Purple Rain“.
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2 . Level 42 – It’s OverFeatured on the 1987 album “Running in the Family”.
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3 . Wet Wet Wet – Sweet SurrenderFeatured on the 1989 album “Holding Back the River”.
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4 . Depeche Mode – Love, In ItselfFeatured on the 1983 album “Construction Time Again”.
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5 . The Blow Monkeys – Forbidden FruitFeatured on the 1986 album “Animal Magic”.
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6 . Fat Larry’s Band – ZoomFeatured on the 1982 album “Breakin’ Out “.
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7 . Rod Stewart – Another HeartacheFeatured on the 1986 album “Every Beat of My Heart”.
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8 . Steve Winwood – ValerieFeatured on the 1982 album “Talking Back to the Night”.
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9 . Daryl Hall & John Oates – You’ve Lost That Lovin’ FeelingFeatured on the 1980 album “Voices“.
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10 . Cliff Richard – Never Say DieFeatured on the 1983 album “Silver”.
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11 . Starship – It’s Not EnoughFeatured on the 1989 album “Love Among The Cannibals”. |
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12 . Climie Fisher – Facts Of LoveFeatured on the 1989 album “Coming In For The Kill”.
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And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. “Purple Rain” started as a country song. Stevie Nicks was initially considered for collaboration, but the track evolved during rehearsals, gaining influences from heartland rock.
2. “It’s Over” by Level 42 features a music video filmed at the scenic Mammoth Lakes in California, adding an iconic visual element to the song’s legacy.
3. The “Sweet Surrender” video by Wet Wet Wet is memorable for featuring women swimming in midair, adding a surreal touch to its visuals.
4. Depeche Mode’s “Love, in Itself” was mixed at Hansa Mischraum studio in Berlin, which contributed to its unique sound.
5. “Forbidden Fruit” by The Blow Monkeys marked a shift by incorporating jazz influences, broadening the band’s musical style.
6. Several artists covered “Zoom,” with Scooch being one notable example, showcasing the song’s enduring appeal.
7. Rod Stewart’s “Another Heartache” was recorded in multiple studios. This diverse recording approach contributed to its complex production.
8. The lyrics of “Valerie” were inspired by a real woman’s professional success and personal challenges, adding a layer of authenticity to its narrative.
9. Hall & Oates’ version of “You’ve Lost That Lovin’ Feelin'” is an adaptation, paying homage to The Righteous Brothers’ original recording.
10. “Never Say Die (Give a Little Bit More)” opens Cliff Richard’s “Silver” anniversary album, setting a celebratory tone for the project.
11. Starship’s tour for “Love Among the Cannibals” faced disruptions due to an altercation that led to Mick Thomas’s serious injury.
12. Climie Fisher’s “Facts Of Love” reached number 50 on the UK Singles Chart, marking a moderate commercial success for the duo.
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