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, The Jesus and Mary Chain, Stan Ridgway, Bachelor Girl, Paris Angels, Silver Sun, The Wannadies, Electronic, Bon Jovi, Deftones, The Verve, Biohazard
They are the performers of twelve “lip sync” music videos that were ranked in various charts, this week (27/52) BUT … in the Nineties 90s.
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Tracklist
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1 . James – Come HomeFeatured on the 1989 album “Gold Mother”.
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2 . The Jesus and Mary Chain – Almost GoldFeatured on the 1992 album “Honey’s Dead”.
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3 . Stan Ridgway – CamouflageFeatured on the 1986 album “The Big Heat”.
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4 . Bachelor Girl – Buses And TrainsFeatured on the 1998 album “Waiting for the Day”.
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5 . Paris Angels – PerfumeFeatured on the 1991 album “Sundew”.
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6 . Silver Sun – JuliaFeatured on the 1997 album “Silver Sun”.
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7 . The Wannadies – ShortyFeatured on the 1996 album “Bagsy Me”.
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8 . Electronic – Forbidden CityFeatured on the 1996 album “Raise the Pressure”.
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9 . Bon Jovi – Hey GodFeatured on the 1995 album “These Days”.
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10 . Deftones – Be Quiet and Drive [Far Away]Featured on the 1997 album “Around the Fur”.
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11 . The Verve – She’s A Superstar
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12 . Biohazard – Tales from the Hard SideFeatured on the 1994 album “State of the World Address”.
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And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. The songs “Come Home” and “Sit Down” by James share the same chord structure, which was developed when arranging “Sit Down.” This connection highlights the band’s rehearsal creativity.
2. “Almost Gold” by Jesus and Mary Chain achieved a peak position of number 41 on the UK Singles Chart. Its placement indicated moderate commercial success during its release period.
3. In “Camouflage” by Stan Ridgway, the protagonist is helped by a giant Marine named Camouflage. This mysterious figure exhibits superhuman traits and later reveals a ghostly backstory.
4. Bachelor Girl’s “Buses and Trains” received the APRA Song of the Year award in 1999. The track’s success was reinforced by its chart performance and notable certifications.
5. “Perfume (Loved Up)” by Paris Angels is defined by its blend of indie guitar and acid house rhythms. This combination resonates with the Madchester scene’s signature style.
6. Nigel Godrich co-produced Silver Sun’s “Julia,” lending his executive touch to its glam-influenced sound. This collaboration aligns with the album’s overall sonic intent.
7. The Wannadies’ “Shorty” is known for its fusion of indie rock and power pop. The band’s melodic and upbeat approach contributes to its enduring appeal.
8. Karl Bartos contributed to Electronic’s “Forbidden City,” adding to the project’s collaborative nature. His involvement connects the track to his wider musical influences.
9. The lyrics of Bon Jovi’s “Hey God” were inspired by an observation from a limousine, as Richie Sambora noted the contrast of homelessness from this vantage point.
10. Deftones’ second album track reached number 50 on the UK Singles Chart. This performance is complemented by its certifications and chart history.
11. The Verve’s track was filmed in Thor’s Cave, Staffordshire. This location became visually significant for the band’s early promotional material.
12. Biohazard’s 1994 track combines hardcore punk, heavy metal, and hip hop. This stylistic mix has become a defining characteristic of the band’s sound evolution.
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