How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Bon Jovi, Peter Andre, Goldfinger, Infadels, Hope Of The States, Stereophonics, Eels, The Goo Goo Dolls, Idlewild, Coldplay, Goldfrapp, Liam Frost
They are the performers of twelve “lip sync” music videos that were ranked in various charts, this week (25/52) BUT … in the Noughties 2000s.
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Tracklist
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1 . Bon Jovi – Who Says You Can’t Go HomeFeatured on the 2005 album “Have a Nice Day”.
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2 . Peter Andre – InsaniaFeatured on the 2004 album “The Long Road Back”.
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3 . Goldfinger – Open Your EyesFeatured on the 2002 album “Open Your Eyes”.
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4 . Infadels – Free Things for Poor PeopleFeatured on the 2008 album “Universe In Reverse”.
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5 . Hope Of The States – Sing It OutFeatured on the 2006 album “Left”.
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6 . Stereophonics – Have A Nice DayFeatured on the 2001 album “Just Enough Education to Perform”.
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7 . Eels – FlyswatterFeatured on the 2000 album “Daisies of the Galaxy”.
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8 . The Goo Goo Dolls – Better DaysFeatured on the 2005 album “Let Love In”.
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9 . Idlewild – These Wooden IdeasFeatured on the 2000 album “100 Broken Windows”.
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10 . Coldplay – YellowFeatured on the 2000 album “Parachutes“.
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11 . Goldfrapp – UtopiaFeatured on the 2000 album “Felt Mountain”. |
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12 . Liam Frost – The Mourner’s Of St Paul’sFeatured on the 2006 album “Show Me How The Spectres Dance”.
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And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. This Bon Jovi track features Jennifer Nettles. The duet version reached U.S. country radio, while the album contains both the rock original and Nettles’ duet.
2. Peter Andre’s song was released in the UK on May 31, 2004. The track’s various formats included a DVD version with additional content.
3. Goldfinger’s “Open Your Eyes” critiques the manipulation by media and advertising. It fuses pop-punk elements with socially aware themes.
4. Infadels’ “Free Things for Poor People” hit number 1 on the UK Indie Singles Chart. The song shows their distinct indie influence.
5. “Sing It Out” by Hope Of The States explores political and emotional themes. The track highlights their post-rock influences.
6. The Stereophonics song mentions San Francisco locations. Lyrics draw from a personal experience encountered by Kelly Jones.
7. “Flyswatter” is from Eels’ album “Daisies of the Galaxy.” The track has the indie rock flair characteristic of the band.
8. The Goo Goo Dolls’ single was originally recorded for a Christmas-themed album. It references the holiday in its lyrics.
9. Idlewild’s “These Wooden Ideas” critiques the music industry. The song’s intellectual lyrics blend raw and melodic tones.
10. Coldplay’s song appears on “Parachutes.” Its release helped cement their early success with subtle soundscapes.
11. “Utopia” is a Goldfrapp track from “Felt Mountain.” It has been remixed several times, retaining the electronic feel.
12. “The Mourners of St Paul’s” ranked as the No. 1 Single of 2006, as per Channel 4’s Planet Sound. It showcases Liam Frost’s indie style.
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