How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Robson & Jerome, Paul McCartney, Wilson Phillips, Let Loose, Jon Bon Jovi, Midnight Oil, Dusty Springfield, Rialto, Gorky’s Zygotic Mynci, Paul Weller, Hootie & The Blowfish, Mazzy Star
They are the performers of twelve “lip sync” music videos that were ranked in various charts, this week (43/52) BUT … in the Nineties 90s.
1. Which two iconic songwriters penned “Up on the Roof,” famously covered by The Drifters and Robson & Jerome?
- A John Lennon and Paul McCartney
- B Gerry Goffin and Carole King
- C Elton John and Bernie Taupin
2. For which Chuck Berry song did Paul McCartney record a cover at Abbey Road in 1999?
- A Brown Eyed Handsome Man
- B Johnny B. Goode
- C Roll Over Beethoven
3. Which track from Wilson Phillips’ debut album marked Wendy Wilson’s debut as a lead vocalist?
- A Release Me
- B Impulsive
- C Hold On
4. What was Let Loose’s chart position with “Everybody Say Everybody Do” in its first UK appearance?
- A 15
- B 42
- C 29
5. Who played guitar on Jon Bon Jovi’s “Miracle” alongside the singer himself?
- A Slash
- B Jeff Beck
- C Richie Sambora
6. Midnight Oil’s song from *Earth and Sun and Moon* features narratives from whose personal history?
- A Rob Hirst
- B Martin Rotsey
- C Peter Garrett
7. On which album can Dusty Springfield’s “Roll Away” be found?
- A Reputation
- B A Very Fine Love
- C White Heat
8. In what year did Rialto release the single “Monday Morning 5.19”?
- A 1997
- B 1998
- C 1999
9. Gorky’s Zygotic Mynci’s highest-charting single is which track from the album “Barafundle”?
- A Diamond Dew
- B Patio Song
- C Stood on Gold
10. Paul Weller’s “Brand New Start” belongs to which music genres?
- A Britpop and Grunge
- B Punk Rock and Synthpop
- C British Trad Rock and Contemporary Pop/Rock
11. Which was the initial accident that inspired the song from *Musical Chairs* written by Darius Rucker?
- A A road trip reflection
- B Friend’s military service
- C A summer vacation memory
12. For what song did Mazzy Star release their lead single in October 1996?
- A Fade into You
- B Halah
- C The lead single from *Among My Swan*
For TWELVE “We are Live” – Vintage 90s Music Videos – week 43/52 – click here
Tracklist
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1 . Robson & Jerome – Up On The RoofFeatured on the 1995 album “Robson & Jerome”.
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2 . Paul McCartney – Brown Eyed Handsome ManFeatured on the 1999 album “Run Devil Run”.
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3 . Wilson Phillips – ImpulsiveFeatured on the 1990 album “Wilson Phillips”.
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4 . Let Loose – Everybody Say Everybody DoFeatured on the 1994 album “Let Loose”.
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5 . Jon Bon Jovi – MiracleFeatured on the 1990 album “Blaze of Glory”.
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6 . Midnight Oil – In The ValleyFeatured on the 1993 album “Earth And Sun And Moon”.
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7 . Dusty Springfield – Roll AwayFeatured on the 1995 album “A Very Fine Love”.
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8 . Rialto – Monday Morning 5.19Featured on the 1998 album “Rialto”.
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9 . Gorky’s Zygotic Mynci – Patio SongFeatured on the 1996 album “Barafundle”.
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10 . Paul Weller – Brand New StartFeatured on the 1998 album “Modern Classics – The Greatest Hits”.
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11 . Hootie & The Blowfish – I Will WaitFeatured on the 1998 album “Musical Chairs”. |
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12 . Mazzy Star – Flowers In DecemberFeatured on the 1996 album “Among My Swan”.
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And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. Written by Gerry Goffin and Carole King, “Up on the Roof” describes an urban retreat that inspired covers beyond the original 1962 release by The Drifters.
2. Paul McCartney’s cover of the Chuck Berry classic “Brown Eyed Handsome Man” was recorded as part of his solo album *Run Devil Run* at Abbey Road Studios.
3. “Impulsive” features Wendy Wilson’s first lead vocal role in Wilson Phillips’ discography, marking a significant career milestone for the band member.
4. Let Loose reached number 29 in the UK Singles Chart with “Everybody Say Everybody Do,” marking their return to the music scene in 1995.
5. Jon Bon Jovi’s track “Miracle” from “Blaze of Glory” features Jeff Beck on guitar along with the main artist.
6. The personal history recounted in Midnight Oil’s song from *Earth and Sun and Moon* is that of frontman Peter Garrett.
7. “Roll Away” was featured on Dusty Springfield’s *A Very Fine Love*, her fourteenth studio album, showcasing her enduring vocal talent.
8. Rialto released their single “Monday Morning 5.19” in 1998, achieving UK chart success despite label challenges.
9. Gorky’s Zygotic Mynci’s “Patio Song” became the band’s highest-charting track, emphasizing their bilingual approach and diverse musical style.
10. “Brand New Start” exemplifies Paul Weller’s exploration of British Trad Rock and Contemporary Pop/Rock, consistent with his style evolution.
11. Darius Rucker’s song from *Musical Chairs* draws inspiration from military service stories, reflecting on the patience and longing of those waiting at home.
12. Mazzy Star’s lead single from *Among My Swan*, released in 1996, exemplifies the band’s continued moody and atmospheric musical style.
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