How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : The Kooks, David Hasselhoff, Nick Carter, Rachel Stevens, Amy Macdonald, Bloc Party, Miike Snow, The Cure, The Goo Goo Dolls, Texas, David Gray, JJ72
They are the performers of twelve “lip sync” music videos that were ranked in various charts, this week (43/52) BUT … in the Noughties 2000s.
1. Which television show featured The Kooks’ “Ooh La” in an episode titled “Small Worlds”?
- A Torchwood
- B Criminal Minds
- C Never Mind The Buzzcocks
2. In which country did David Hasselhoff release “Jump in My Car” to coincide with his first tour there?
- A United States
- B Germany
- C Australia
3. Which chart position did Nick Carter’s “Help Me” achieve in Canada?
- A Top 10
- B Top 20
- C Top 30
4. What distinctive sound effect is featured in Rachel Stevens’ single “I Said Never Again (But Here We Are)”?
- A Thunder
- B Glass smash
- C Car horn
5. Which actor inspired Amy Macdonald’s song “L.A.” according to her interviews?
- A Jake Gyllenhaal
- B Leonardo DiCaprio
- C Tom Hanks
6. What element sets Bloc Party’s “Talons” apart from most tracks in their album at initial release?
- A Only on the physical album
- B Available as a free download
- C A hidden track
7. What is featured in the music video for Miike Snow’s single, directed by Vince Haycock?
- A Jeff Stewart composing with unconventional instruments
- B A journey through the wilderness
- C A futuristic city landscape
8. Who collaborated with Robert Smith on producing The Cure’s “Taking Off”?
- A Brian Eno
- B Ross Robinson
- C Steve Lillywhite
9. What notable achievement does the Goo Goo Dolls’ “Stay with You” share with “Iris” upon its re-release?
- A Grammy Award
- B Joint Gold certification
- C Billboard Hot 100 No. 1
10. Which notable feature does the single “Carnival Girl” by Texas include?
- A A jazz fusion twist
- B A rap verse by Kardinal Offishall
- C An orchestral arrangement
11. What peculiar claim did David Gray make about the inspiration for his song?
- A Inspired by his childhood
- B Came from nowhere
- C Driven by political events
12. What was the release year of JJ72’s “Formulae”?
- A 2002
- B 2003
- C 2004
Tracklist
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1 . The Kooks – Ooh LaFeatured on the 2006 album “Inside In/Inside Out”.
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2 . David Hasselhoff – Jump In My Car
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3 . Nick Carter – Help MeFeatured on the 2002 album “Now or Never”.
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4 . Rachel Stevens – I Said Never Again (But Here We Are)Featured on the 2005 album “Come And Get It”.
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5 . Amy Macdonald – L.A.Featured on the 2007 album “This Is the Life”.
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6 . Bloc Party – TalonsFeatured on the 2008 album “Intimacy”.
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7 . Miike Snow – Black & BlueFeatured on the 2009 album “Miike Snow”.
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8 . The Cure – Taking OffFeatured on the 2004 album “The Cure >“.
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9 . The Goo Goo Dolls – Stay With YouFeatured on the 2006 album “Let Love In”.
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10 . Texas – Carnival GirlFeatured on the 2003 album “Careful What You Wish For”.
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11 . David Gray – Please Forgive MeFeatured on the 1998 album “White Ladder“. |
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12 . JJ72 – FormulaeFeatured on the 2002 album “I to Sky”.
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And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. “Ooh La” made its mark on the sci-fi scene in “Torchwood’s” “Small Worlds.” Kooks and aliens seem to mix in unexpected harmony.
2. David Hasselhoff took his car jumping ambitions down under to Australia. A place known for its unique wildlife and, apparently, Hoff’s tour antics.
3. Nick Carter’s “Help Me” found a warm reception in Canada, climbing into the top 10. A solo venture that resonated across the border.
4. Rachel Stevens’ “I Said Never Again (But Here We Are)” breaks a glass, literally. The sound effect offers a shattering addition to the track.
5. Amy Macdonald’s musings on celebrity admiration involved Jake Gyllenhaal. An actor who certainly sparked a catchy tune.
6. “Talons” was a little something extra for Bloc Party’s fans with its appearance only on the physical release of “Intimacy.”
7. The music video for Miike Snow’s track shows Jeff Stewart crafting tunes with unorthodox tools. Innovation, one unconventional beat at a time.
8. The Cure’s “Taking Off” came into being with Ross Robinson’s input. A pairing that added another layer to the band’s sound.
9. “Stay with You” matched up with “Iris” for a joint Gold certification. Clearly, doubling up had its advantages.
10. Texas incorporated a rap element into “Carnival Girl”, thanks to Kardinal Offishall. A blend that broadened the track’s appeal.
11. David Gray credited “nowhere” as the muse for his tune. Abstract inspiration at its finest.
12. JJ72’s “Formulae” took shape in 2002. The Dublin trio shifting the indie scene with their sophomore sounds.
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