How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Elton John, Appleton, Feeder, Richard Ashcroft, a-ha, Dirty Pretty Things, Regina Spektor, I Am Kloot, Rival Schools, The Feeling, Skint & Demoralised, Tapes ‘n Tapes
They are the performers of twelve “lip sync” music videos that were ranked in various charts, this week (29/52) BUT … in the Noughties 2000s.
1. In which musical was Elton John’s ‘Electricity’ originally featured?
- A Billy Elliot the Musical
- B Mamma Mia!
- C The Lion King
2. Who were the members of Appleton before forming their duo?
- A The Corrs
- B All Saints
- C Spice Girls
3. What position did Feeder’s ‘We Are The People’ peak at on the UK Singles Chart?
- A Number 3
- B Number 15
- C Number 25
4. What does the song title ‘Words Just Get In The Way’ suggest about Richard Ashcroft’s theme?
- A Emphasis on silence
- B Words are overrated
- C Importance of expression
5. Which visual technique is used in the music video for a-ha’s ‘Lifelines’ ?
- A Stop motion
- B Animation
- C Time-lapse photography
6. Which cult film is referenced in the music video for Dirty Pretty Things’ ‘Tired Of England’ ?
- A The Wicker Man
- B Quadrophenia
- C A Clockwork Orange
7. Which iconic song is referenced in the chorus of Regina Spektor’s ‘On The Radio’ ?
- A November Rain
- B Stairway to Heaven
- C Sweet Child o’ Mine
8. What is a recurring theme in I Am Kloot’s ‘Morning Rain’ that critics have noted?
- A Urban chaos
- B Weather and environment
- C Family dynamics
9. From which city’s music scene did Rival Schools originate?
- A Chicago
- B Los Angeles
- C New York City
10. What notable event involved fans in The Feeling’s ‘Turn It Up’ music video?
- A A flashmob
- B A fan competition
- C A charity concert
11. Which radio show featured Skint & Demoralised’s ‘Red Lipstick’ as a Weekend Anthem?
- A BBC Radio 4
- B BBC Radio 1
- C Capital FM
12. Which indie film featured Tapes ‘n Tapes’ ‘Insistor’ on its soundtrack?
- A Juno
- B Nick and Norah’s Infinite Playlist
- C 500 Days of Summer
For TWELVE “We are Live” – Vintage 2000s Music Videos – week 29/52 – click here
Tracklist
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1 . Elton John – ElectricityFeatured on the 2004 album “Peachtree Road”.
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2 . Appleton – Everything EventuallyFeatured on the 2003 album “Everything’s Eventual”.
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3 . Feeder – We Are The PeopleFeatured on the 2006 album “Silent Cry”.
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4 . Richard Ashcroft – Words Just Get In The WayFeatured on the 2000 album “Keys To The World”.
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5 . a-ha – LifelinesFeatured on the 2002 album “Lifelines”.
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6 . Dirty Pretty Things – Tired Of EnglandFeatured on the 2006 album “Romance At Short Notice”.
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7 . Regina Spektor – On The RadioFeatured on the 2006 album “Begin to Hope”.
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8 . I Am Kloot – Morning RainFeatured on the 2003 album “Natural History”.
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9 . Rival Schools – Good ThingsFeatured on the 2001 album “United by Fate”.
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10 . The Feeling – Turn It UpFeatured on the 2008 album “Join with Us”.
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11 . Skint & Demoralised – Red LipstickFeatured on the 2008 album “Love, And Other Catastrophes”. |
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12 . Tapes ‘n Tapes – InsistorFeatured on the 2005 album “The Loon”.
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And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. ‘Electricity’ by Elton John was featured in ‘Billy Elliot the Musical’ . The song showcases the emotional journey of young Billy during his ballet audition.
2. Before forming their duo, Natalie and Nicole Appleton were part of All Saints. The group gained fame for their harmonious pop and chart-topping hits.
3. Feeder’s ‘We Are The People’ peaked at number 25 on the UK Singles Chart. This marked their 20th and last UK top-40 single.
4. ‘Words Just Get In The Way’ suggests that Richard Ashcroft valued emotion over verbal expression. The orchestral arrangements amplify this theme.
5. The music video for a-ha’s ‘Lifelines’ uses time-lapse photography. It visually captures a year passing in a small Norwegian village.
6. ‘Tired Of England’ by Dirty Pretty Things references the cult film ‘The Wicker Man’ . The song reflects London’s diverse cultures.
7. Regina Spektor’s ‘On The Radio’ references ‘November Rain’ by Guns N’ Roses. The song alludes to significant milestones and emotions in life.
8. I Am Kloot’s ‘Morning Rain’ features weather and environmental themes. Critics have praised its atmospheric portrayal of rain’s comfort and melancholy.
9. Rival Schools originated from New York City. Their post-hardcore sound is defined by intense rhythms and Walter Schreifels’ distinct vocals.
10. Fans were involved in a competition for The Feeling’s ‘Turn It Up’ music video. The video was shot in London and features the contest winners.
11. Skint & Demoralised’s ‘Red Lipstick’ was featured as a Weekend Anthem on BBC Radio 1. It received significant airplay and appeared in television soundtracks.
12. ‘Insistor’ by Tapes ‘n Tapes was featured in ‘Nick and Norah’s Infinite Playlist’ . The track’s energetic beat matched the film’s indie vibe.
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