How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : James Blunt, Basshunter, Matt Willis , Buffseeds, Finley Quaye, Sting, Bruce Springsteen, Glasvegas, Atomic Kitten, Dannii Minogue vs Jason Nevins, Ms. Dynamite, The Cheeky Girls
They are the performers of twelve vintage love songs that were ranked in various charts, this week (50/52) BUT … in the Noughties 2000s.
1. Where was the music video for “Same Mistake” by James Blunt filmed?
- A New York
- B Toronto
- C London
2. What notable feature links Basshunter’s “I Promised Myself” music video with his previous works?
- A Set in a secret nightclub
- B Continuation of a storyline
- C Shot in a forest setting
3. Which band helped Matt Willis on a live version featured in “Don’t Let It Go to Waste” single?
- A Busted
- B The Vamps
- C McFly
4. In “Sparkle Me,” who are the two characters mentioned in the lyrics?
- A Mary and John
- B Suzy and Alice
- C Lucy and Paul
5. What chart position did Finley Quaye’s “When I Burn Off Into The Distance” peak at on the UK Singles Chart?
- A 45
- B 80
- C 22
6. “Whenever I Say Your Name” is a duet featuring Sting and which other artist?
- A Whitney Houston
- B Mary J. Blige
- C Sheryl Crow
7. In what way does the instrumentation of “Lonesome Day” by Bruce Springsteen stand out?
- A Hurdy-gurdy
- B Bagpipes
- C Clarinet
8. Where was Glasvegas’s “Please Come Back Home” recorded?
- A Iceland
- B Scotland
- C Transylvania
9. Which band’s song was originally intended to be “You Are” before being recorded by Atomic Kitten?
- A Take That
- B Westlife
- C Backstreet Boys
10. What song does “Touch Me Like That” by Dannii Minogue and Jason Nevins sample?
- A “I Feel Love” by Donna Summer
- B “Super Freak” by Rick James
- C “You Make Me Feel (Mighty Real)” by Sylvester
11. Which award did Ms. Dynamite’s album “A Little Deeper” win after the release of “Put Him Out”?
- A Mercury Music Prize
- B Grammy Award
- C MTV Video Music Award
12. What is the release year for The Cheeky Girls’ “Boys and Girls (Xmas Time Love)”?
- A 2003
- B 2004
- C 2005
For TWELVE more ‘L’Amour Toujours’ – Vintage 2000s Music Videos – week 50/52 – click here
Tracklist
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1 . James Blunt – Same MistakeFeatured on the 1985 album “All the Lost Souls”.
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2 . Basshunter – I Promised MyselfFeatured on the 2007 album “Bass Generation”.
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3 . Matt Willis – Don’t Let It Go To WasteFeatured on the 2009 album “Don’t Let It Go To Waste”.
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4 . Buffseeds – Sparkle MeFeatured on the 2006 album “The Picture Show”.
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5 . Finley Quaye – When I Burn Off Into The DistanceFeatured on the 2003 album “Vanguard”.
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6 . Sting – Whenever I Say Your Name (w/ Mary J. Blige)Featured on the 2000 album “Sacred Love“.
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7 . Bruce Springsteen – Lonesome DayFeatured on the 2003 album “The Rising“.
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8 . Glasvegas – Please Come Back HomeFeatured on the 2002 album “Glasvegas“.
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9 . Atomic Kitten – You AreFeatured on the 2008 album “Right Now”.
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10 . Dannii Minogue vs Jason Nevins – Touch Me Like That
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11 . Ms. Dynamite – Put Him OutFeatured on the 2007 album “A Little Deeper”. |
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12 . The Cheeky Girls – Boys And Girls [Xmas Time Love]
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And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. The video for “Same Mistake” was filmed in Toronto. Using a snorricam for a unique perspective, it highlights Blunt’s journey through the city, reflecting the song’s personal themes.
2. Basshunter’s music video continues a storyline from earlier videos. He searches for Aylar Lie in a hospital, connecting to previous narratives in his discography.
3. Matt Willis collaborated with McFly for a live version included in “Don’t Let It Go to Waste.” This comradery reflects Willis’ ties to the UK music pop scene.
4. In “Sparkle Me,” the lyrics mention Suzy and Alice. Suzy, depicted as a winner, is central to the song’s narrative, surrounded by jangly guitars.
5. Finley Quaye’s “When I Burn Off Into The Distance” peaked at number 80 on the UK Singles Chart. It marked a departure from earlier successes like “Sunday Shining.”
6. The duet “Whenever I Say Your Name” features Mary J. Blige alongside Sting. Highlighting their vocal chemistry, it’s a blend of pop and soul influences.
7. “Lonesome Day” features a hurdy-gurdy, adding unique sound layers to its midtempo rock structure. This instrument helps diversify Springsteen’s typical arrangement.
8. “Please Come Back Home” was recorded in Transylvania. This location adds an atmospheric layer to the song’s wintry themes, part of the Christmas EP by Glasvegas.
9. “You Are” was originally planned for Westlife. However, Atomic Kitten eventually recorded it, showcasing their vocal dynamic and pop appeal.
10. “Touch Me Like That” samples “You Make Me Feel (Mighty Real)” by Sylvester. Dannii Minogue and Jason Nevins incorporate this iconic melody into a vibrant dance track.
11. Ms. Dynamite’s “A Little Deeper” won the Mercury Music Prize. This recognition highlights the album’s innovative fusion of musical genres and its critical acclaim.
12. The Cheeky Girls released “Boys and Girls (Xmas Time Love)” in 2004. Unlike earlier hits, this festive track achieved moderate chart success.
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