How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Lisa Lisa & Cult Jam, Full Force, Prince & The Revolution, Tina Turner, Hi~Gloss, Robert Palmer, Modern Romance, Wham!, Matt Bianco, The Communards, Jean~Michel Jarre, Bad Manners, Elton John
They are the performers of twelve vintage dance tunes that were ranked in various charts, this week (34/52) BUT … in the EIghties 80s.
1. Which production and performing team collaborated with Lisa Lisa & Cult Jam on their debut album?
- A The Revolution
- B Full Force
- C Terry Britten & Graham Lyle
2. What instrument is incorporated in the extended version of Prince’s “Around the World in a Day” lead single?
- A Guitar
- B Harmonica
- C Flute
3. Who played drums on Tina Turner’s 1986 lead single from “Break Every Rule”?
- A Nick Glennie-Smith
- B Phil Collins
- C Terry Britten
4. What notable vocalist provided background vocals on Hi‑Gloss’s “You’ll Never Know”?
- A Bonita Taylor
- B Sam Smith
- C Luther Vandross
5. Who originally recorded the song that Robert Palmer covered on “Riptide”?
- A Bob Crewe
- B Cherrelle
- C Hi-Gloss
6. Which compilation album included Modern Romance’s debut single?
- A Party Tonight
- B Clubland Mix
- C Adventures in Clubland
7. Wham!’s single from 1983 inspired by the New Romantic scene was filmed at which location?
- A Abbey Road Studios
- B Pikes Hotel in Ibiza
- C Le Beat Route, London
8. Which band released a song in 1988 that featured a “Miami Mix” version?
- A The Communards
- B Matt Bianco
- C Modern Romance
9. The Communards’ 1986 cover features what type of guest vocals?
- A Baritone
- B Soprano
- C Bass
10. Who recorded the cover of “The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie” theme that topped US charts?
- A Rod McKuen
- B Oliver
- C Elton John
11. Bad Manners’ 1982 hit was part of which musical movement?
- A Punk
- B 2 Tone-ska
- C Disco
12. What was the filming location for Elton John’s music video from 1983?
- A New York
- B Cannes and Nice, France
- C London
For TWENTY FOUR more ‘Music For The Dancers’ – Vintage 80s Music Videos – week 34/52 – click here and here
Tracklist
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1 . Lisa Lisa & Cult Jam, Full Force – I Wonder If I Take You HomeFeatured on the 1985 album “Lisa Lisa & Cult Jam with Full Force”.
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2 . Prince & The Revolution – Raspberry BeretFeatured on the 1985 album “Around the World in a Day“.
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3 . Tina Turner – Typical MaleFeatured on the 1986 album “Break Every Rule“.
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4 . Hi~Gloss – You’ll Never KnowFeatured on the 1981 album “Hi-Gloss”.
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5 . Robert Palmer – I Didn’t Mean To Turn You OnFeatured on the 1985 album “Riptide“.
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6 . Modern Romance – Everybody SalsaFeatured on the 1981 album “Adventures in Clubland”.
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7 . Wham! – Club TropicanaFeatured on the 1983 album “Fantastic”.
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8 . Matt Bianco – Good TimesFeatured on the 1988 album ” Indigo”.
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9 . The Communards – Don’t Leave Me This Way (w/ Sarah Jane Morris)Featured on the 1986 album “Communards”.
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10 . Jean~Michel Jarre – Fourth Rendez~VousFeatured on the 1986 album “Rendez-Vous”.
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11 . Bad Manners – My Girl LollipopFeatured on the 1982 album “Forging Ahead”. |
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12 . Elton John – I’m Still StandingFeatured on the 1983 album “Too Low for Zero“.
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And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. Full Force collaborated with Lisa Lisa & Cult Jam, contributing to the group’s distinctive sound on their debut. They were integral in writing, producing, and performing on the album.
2. Prince’s lead single featured a harmonica in its extended version, adding a unique aural texture to its already diverse instrumentation.
3. The drums on Tina Turner’s hit single were played by Phil Collins, bringing his signature rhythmic style to the mix.
4. Luther Vandross, known for his smooth vocal talents, provided background vocals for Hi‑Gloss’s single hit.
5. Cherrelle originally recorded the track that Robert Palmer later covered, showcasing Palmer’s ability to reinterpret and popularize it.
6. Modern Romance included their song in the anthology “Party Tonight,” reflecting the band’s celebratory style.
7. Wham!’s music video was filmed at Pikes Hotel in Ibiza, known for its association with iconic musicians of the era.
8. Matt Bianco released the song with a “Miami Mix” version in 1988, adding a regional flavor to their sound.
9. The Communards’ cover featured soaring guest vocals by Sarah Jane Morris, enhancing the energetic arrangement.
10. Oliver recorded a chart-topping version of the theme, distinguishing himself with a chart presence not achieved by its composer.
11. Bad Manners’ cover was part of the 2 Tone-era ska revival, marking a period of renewed interest in the genre.
12. Elton John’s 1983 music video was filmed in picturesque Cannes and Nice, regions famous for their sun-drenched cinematic settings.
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