How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : U2, Michael Jackson, Lenny Kravitz, OutKast, Lisa Stansfield, Rihanna, Santana, Anastacia, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Foo Fighters, Fall Out Boy
They are the ‘2000s Throwback’ artists selected among the 383 Posts we publish this week.
1. What was unique about U2’s “Magnificent” performance during the 25th Anniversary Rock and Roll Hall of Fame concerts?
- A It featured a ballet dancer
- B It included special live arrangements
- C Bono played the drums
2. Which notable visual element is missing from Michael Jackson’s music video for “Cry”?
- A Michael Jackson himself
- B Dance choreography
- C CGI effects
3. What was the B-side to Lenny Kravitz’s single “Stillness of Heart”?
- A Love Revolution
- B Again
- C Flowers for Zöe (acoustic)
4. Which 2001 OutKast song incorporated samples from Joe Simon and Funkadelic?
- A The Way You Move
- B B.O.B
- C The single released from *Stankonia*
5. What decision was made about Lisa Stansfield’s song “8-3-1” after selecting it as the second single from her album *Face Up*?
- A It was released with a music video
- B It was withdrawn before release
- C It was remixed by Calvin Harris
6. Which song did Rihanna perform at the 2007 World Music Awards?
- A Umbrella
- B Disturbia
- C We Found Love
7. Which artist was selected to perform the final version of “Just Feel Better” for Carlos Santana’s album?
- A Steven Tyler
- B Wes Scantlin
- C Rob Thomas
8. On what occasion did Anastacia perform “I Can Feel You” on the show *Loose Women*?
- A Valentine’s Day special
- B Halloween-themed episode
- C New Year’s Eve broadcast
9. The character of Dani in “Dani California” also appears in which other Red Hot Chili Peppers songs?
- A Scar Tissue
- B Californication and By the Way
- C Otherside and Snow
10. Where was the Foo Fighters’ performance of “All My Life” recorded on October 30, 2009?
- A Wembley Stadium
- B Studio 606 West
- C Madison Square Garden
11. Which major influence is mentioned in the composition of Fall Out Boy’s “Dance, Dance”?
- A Nirvana
- B David Bowie
- C The Rolling Stones
12. What major awards did U2’s “Beautiful Day” win at the Grammy Awards in 2001?
- A Best Pop Vocal Album
- B Song of the Year, Record of the Year, and Best Rock Performance
- C Album of the Year
Tracklist
1 . U2 . Magnificent |
2 . Michael Jackson . Cry |
3 . Lenny Kravitz . Stillness Of HeartVirgin Records publish Lenny Kravitz’ sixth album . ‘Lenny’ (2001) |
4 . OutKast . So Fresh So CleanOutKast release their fourth album . ‘Stankonia’ featuring ‘Ms. Jackson’ (2000) |
5 . Lisa Stansfield . 8.3.1 |
6 . Rihanna . Umbrella |
7 . Santana . Just Feel Better (w/ Steven Tyler) |
8 . Anastacia . I Can Feel You |
9 . Red Hot Chili Peppers . Dani California |
10 . Foo Fighters . All My Life |
11 . Fall Out Boy . Dance Dance |
12 . U2 . Beautiful Day |
And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. U2’s performance of “Magnificent” featured special live arrangements and collaborations, distinguishing it from the album version. The concerts were notable for their unique settings and performances.
2. The music video for “Cry” omitted Michael Jackson entirely, aligning with its message through imagery of unity and hope. The absence of Jackson himself was a deliberate artistic choice.
3. The single “Stillness of Heart” by Lenny Kravitz featured “Flowers for Zöe” (acoustic) as the B-side. This acoustic track complemented Kravitz’s diverse musical style.
4. The OutKast song from *Stankonia* sampled works by Joe Simon and Funkadelic, adding depth to its production. Such sampling showcases OutKast’s eclectic influences.
5. Despite being chosen as the second single, Lisa Stansfield’s “8-3-1” was withdrawn prior to release. This decision came amid strategic shifts during her album launch.
6. Rihanna performed “Umbrella” at the 2007 World Music Awards in Monaco. The song’s distinctive beat and catchy hook contributed to its international success.
7. Steven Tyler was chosen to sing “Just Feel Better” on Santana’s album. Tyler’s collaboration brought a unique rock edge to the song.
8. Anastacia’s appearance on *Loose Women* occurred during a Halloween-themed episode. Her performance marked her musical return after a hiatus.
9. Dani, from “Dani California,” also appears in “Californication” and “By the Way” by Red Hot Chili Peppers. This recurring character outlines a narrative throughout their work.
10. The Foo Fighters performed “All My Life” at their own Studio 606 West. This location offered a personal setting for their October 30, 2009, performance.
11. “Dance, Dance” by Fall Out Boy took musical inspiration from David Bowie’s “Modern Love.” This influence is evident in its rhythmic and melodic elements.
12. “Beautiful Day” by U2 garnered three Grammy wins: Song of the Year, Record of the Year, and Best Rock Performance. These accolades enhanced its status as a signature song for the band.
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