How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Embrace, Ashley Tisdale, Marcos Hernandez, Emma Bunton, Simon Webbe, The Orb, Liz McClarnon, Atomic Kitten, The Webb Brothers, Daniel Bedingfield, Sarah Whatmore, Boss Hog
They are the performers of twelve vintage love songs that were ranked in various charts, this week (08/52) BUT … in the Noughties 2000s.
1. Who originally wrote the song “Woman in Love,” famously covered by Liz McClarnon?
- A Diane Warren
- B Barry and Robin Gibb
- C Elton John
2. “Follow Me” by Atomic Kitten features which duo on the first and second verses?
- A Natasha Hamilton and Kerry Katona
- B Natasha Hamilton and Liz McClarnon
- C Kerry Katona and Natasha Hamilton
3. What year and musical competition gave Sarah Whatmore her initial public spotlight?
- A The X Factor, 2004
- B Pop Idol, 2001
- C UK Eurovision, 2002
4. Which city does Boss Hog’s album feature as a recording location for their track “Whiteout”?
- A Los Angeles
- B New York City
- C London
5. Who collaborated with Malcolm McLaren on producing the track “Soweto”?
- A Brian Eno
- B Trevor Horn
- C David Bowie
6. Alexei Sayle’s “Ullo John! Gotta New Motor?” initially struggled in the charts. What reissue year changed that?
- A 1983
- B 1985
- C 1984
7. What music styles fused into Matt Bianco’s songs, prominently featured in “I Just Can’t Stand It”?
- A Jazz, Pop, and Latin
- B Classical, Folk, and Blues
- C Hip-Hop, Disco, and Funk
8. Fischer-Z’s track “The Perfect Day” is associated with what type of sound blend?
- A Reggae and Punk
- B New wave and Pop rock
- C Grunge and Metal
9. Which Tears for Fears member contributed guitar work to The Colourfield’s “Running Away”?
- A Roland Orzabal
- B Curt Smith
- C Ian Stanley
10. Which literary figure aimed a poetic line at Blue Öyster Cult’s “Shooting Shark” songwriting?
- A Allen Ginsberg
- B Patti Smith
- C Sylvia Plath
For TWENTY FOUR more ‘L’Amour Toujours’ – Vintage 2000s Music Videos – week 08/52 – click here and here
Tracklist
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1 . Embrace – Looking As You AreFeatured on the 2004 album “Out of Nothing”.
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2 . Ashley Tisdale – Kiss The GirlFeatured on the 2006 album “Disney’s The Little Mermaid soundtrack (special edition)”.
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3 . Marcos Hernandez – If You Were MineFeatured on the 2005 album “C About Me “.
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4 . Emma Bunton – All I Need To KnowFeatured on the 2006 album “Life in Mono”.
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5 . Simon Webbe – My Soul Pleads For YouFeatured on the 2006 album “Grace”.
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6 . The Orb – Once MoreFeatured on the 2001 album “Cydonia”.
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7 . Liz McClarnon – Woman In Love
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8 . Atomic Kitten – Follow MeFeatured on the 2000 album “Right Now”.
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9 . The Webb Brothers – I Can’t Believe You’re GoneFeatured on the 2000 album “Maroon”.
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10 . Daniel Bedingfield – Wrap My Word Around YouFeatured on the 2004 album “Second First Impression”.
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11 . Sarah Whatmore – Automatic
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12 . Boss Hog – WhiteoutFeatured on the 2000 album “Whiteout”.
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And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. Barry and Robin Gibb of the Bee Gees wrote “Woman in Love,” which Barbra Streisand popularized before Liz McClarnon covered it. This track marked McClarnon’s debut as a solo artist.
2. The song “Follow Me” showcases Natasha Hamilton singing the first verse, followed by Liz McClarnon. This release was part of Atomic Kitten’s evolving pop sound.
3. Pop Idol in 2001 was the launchpad for Sarah Whatmore’s career, leading to a deal with RCA Records and hits like “Automatic.”
4. “Whiteout” by Boss Hog was recorded in New York City, maintaining the band’s gritty alternative rock vibe amidst recording studio magic.
5. Trevor Horn, renowned for his production prowess, collaborated with Malcolm McLaren on “Soweto” for the 1983 album “Duck Rock.”
6. Alexei Sayle’s track gained traction with a 1983 reissue. This comedic piece combines witty lines with a pseudo-rap delivery.
7. Matt Bianco’s signature blend involves jazz, pop, and Latin influences, underscored in “I Just Can’t Stand It” with its distinct vocal style and intricate arrangements.
8. “The Perfect Day” harmonizes new wave and pop rock elements, crafted by Fischer-Z during their late 1980s resurgence.
9. Roland Orzabal of Tears for Fears lent his guitar prowess to The Colourfield’s “Running Away,” enhancing the track’s rich musical texture.
10. Patti Smith’s poetry inspired the lyrics for Blue Öyster Cult’s “Shooting Shark,” showcasing an adventurous blend of synth-pop and rock.
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