How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Tal Bachman, Gary Moore, Bryan Ferry, Del Amitri, The Corrs, Shane MacGowan, a-ha, PJ Harvey, Joey Lawrence, After 7, The Smiths, John Hiatt
They are the performers of twelve vintage love songs that were ranked in various charts, this week (43/52) BUT … in the Nineties 90s.
1. Which historical figures are referenced in Tal Bachman’s song due to ELO’s influence?
- A Cleopatra, Joan of Arc, Aphrodite
- B Shakespeare, Beethoven, Galileo
- C Napoleon, Einstein, Da Vinci
2. Who is depicted wearing a red jacket in the music video for Gary Moore’s “Separate Ways”?
- A Gary Moore
- B A saxophonist
- C A studio technician
3. “Your Painted Smile” by Bryan Ferry deals primarily with which theme?
- A Political revolution
- B Fleeting romance
- C Monetary greed
4. Which TV series introduced “Tell Her This” to wider audiences?
- A Grey’s Anatomy
- B Scrubs
- C Friends
5. Which country did The Corrs’ song reach the highest chart position?
- A United Kingdom
- B Ireland
- C Australia
6. Which instrument features prominently on Shane MacGowan’s “Lonesome Highway”?
- A Harmonica
- B Lap steel guitar
- C Piano
7. Which key is the main riff of “Move to Memphis” by A-ha played in?
- A G-major
- B H-major
- C C-major
8. What was PJ Harvey’s album “To Bring You My Love” primarily influenced by?
- A Synth-pop
- B American blues
- C Jazz fusion
9. Which chart position did Joey Lawrence’s “Stay Forever” achieve on the Billboard Hot 100?
- A 10
- B 30
- C 52
10. What genre does After 7’s “Can’t Stop” belong to?
- A Jazz
- B New jack swing
- C Classical
11. Which well-known director was behind The Smiths’ music video for “There Is a Light That Never Goes Out”?
- A David Lynch
- B Derek Jarman
- C Tim Burton
12. In John Hiatt’s “Cry Love,” which poetic imagery is employed?
- A The stars in your eyes look red today
- B A thousand suns shining at noon
- C Waves crashing against the cliffs
For TWELVE more ‘L’Amour Toujours’ – Vintage 90s Music Videos – week 43/52 – click here
Tracklist
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1 . Tal Bachman – She’s So HighFeatured on the 1999 album “Tal Bachman”.
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2 . Gary Moore – Separate WaysFeatured on the 1992 album “After Hours”.
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3 . Bryan Ferry – Your Painted SmileFeatured on the 1994 album “Mamouna”.
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4 . Del Amitri – Tell Her ThisFeatured on the 1995 album “Twisted”.
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5 . The Corrs – Only When I SleepFeatured on the 1997 album “Talk on Corners”.
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6 . Shane MacGowan – Lonesome HighwayFeatured on the 1997 album “The Crock Of Gold”.
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7 . a-ha – Move To MemphisFeatured on the 1991 album “Headlines and Deadlines: The Hits of A-ha”.
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8 . PJ Harvey – Send His Love To MeFeatured on the 1995 album “To Bring You My Love“.
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9 . Joey Lawrence – Stay ForeverFeatured on the 1993 album “Joey Lawrence”.
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10 . After 7 – Can’t StopFeatured on the 1989 album “After 7”.
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11 . The Smiths – There Is A Light That Never Goes OutFeatured on the 1986 album “The Queen Is Dead“. |
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12 . John Hiatt – Cry LoveFeatured on the 1995 album “Walk On”.
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And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. Cleopatra, Joan of Arc, and Aphrodite are the figures mentioned. Inspired by ELO’s song, these references underscore the song’s mythological edge.
2. Gary Moore is the one with the red jacket. His sartorial choice complements the video’s artistic direction.
3. The song “Your Painted Smile” explores fleeting romance. Its lyrics convey emotional ambiguity and transient connections.
4. Scrubs featured “Tell Her This,” broadening recognition of the track. The episode left a lasting impact with its poignant use.
5. The Corrs’ song charted highest in Ireland. Reaching number 10, it highlights their national resonance.
6. The lap steel guitar adds depth to “Lonesome Highway.” Its twangy, evocative sound enhances the track’s mood.
7. The main riff of A-ha’s “Move to Memphis” is in H-major. Despite the song’s overall H-minor key, the switch adds musical intrigue.
8. “To Bring You My Love” is steeped in American blues influences. Critics lauded its soulful echoes and transformative production.
9. Joey Lawrence’s “Stay Forever” reached 52 on the Billboard Hot 100. Not the summit, but a respectable chart presence.
10. “Can’t Stop” belongs to the new jack swing genre. This vibrant track exemplifies After 7’s signature R&B style.
11. Derek Jarman directed the video for “There Is a Light That Never Goes Out.” His avant-garde techniques left an indelible mark.
12. “Cry Love” utilizes the line “The stars in your eyes look red today.” This vivid imagery captures emotional turmoil succinctly.
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