How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Chic, Stevie Wonder, Leon Russel, George Harrison, The Commander Cody Band, Jerry Lee Lewis, Slade, Boston, Deep Purple, Jethro Tull, Eric Clapton, Fleetwood Mac, Linda Ronstadt
They are the ’70s Throwback’ artists selected among the 385 Posts we publish this week.
1. What influential track by The Sugarhill Gang incorporated Chic’s bassline from ‘Good Times’ ?
- A ‘Rapper’s Delight’
- B ‘Apache’
- C ‘8th Wonder’
2. In ‘Living For The City,’ what themes are prominently expressed?
- A Environmental issues
- B Social inequality and personal struggles
- C Urban nightlife and parties
3. Which blues standard did George Harrison, Leon Russell, and Eric Clapton rehearse for The Concert for Bangladesh?
- A ‘Cross Road Blues’
- B ‘Come On In My Kitchen’
- C ‘Sweet Home Chicago’
4. Which genre influences are prominent in The Commander Cody Band’s ‘Beat Me Daddy, Eight To The Bar’ ?
- A Electronic and synth-pop
- B Country, rock, and boogie-woogie
- C Jazz and blues
5. What iconic track did Jerry Lee Lewis notably perform at the London Rock and Roll Show in 1972?
- A ‘Great Balls of Fire’
- B ‘Whole Lotta Shakin’ Goin’ On’
- C ‘Breathless’
6. What inspired the melody for Slade’s ‘Mama Weer All Crazee Now’ ?
- A A Chuck Berry concert
- B A fan letter
- C A childhood memory
7. Which Boston song involved over 60 edits to achieve the desired drum sound?
- A ‘Peace of Mind’
- B ‘Don’t Look Back’
- C ‘More Than a Feeling’
8. Which fictional character inspired the lyrics for Deep Purple’s ‘The Mule’ ?
- A The Mule from Isaac Asimov’s series
- B Sherlock Holmes
- C Count Dracula
9. In concert, Jethro Tull’s ‘Thick As A Brick’ is known for what unique characteristic?
- A Its brief, radio-friendly format
- B Its continuous, album-length composition
- C Its elaborate costume changes
10. Which song did Eric Clapton frequently include in his Journeyman World Tour setlist?
- A ‘Layla’
- B ‘Let It Rain’
- C ‘Tears in Heaven’
11. ‘Rhiannon’ by Fleetwood Mac was inspired by which type of character?
- A A magician from a fairy tale
- B A character from a science fiction novel
- C A historical figure
12. Who organized the tribute concert for Lowell George, founding member of Little Feat?
- A Bonnie Raitt
- B Emmylou Harris
- C Little Feat members and friends
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And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. ‘Rapper’s Delight’ by The Sugarhill Gang famously borrowed the bassline from Chic’s ‘Good Times.’ This led to a legal settlement granting songwriting credits to Bernard Edwards and Nile Rodgers, marking an early intersection of disco and hip hop.
2. ‘Living For The City’ by Stevie Wonder addresses themes of social inequality and personal struggle. The song’s narrative follows a young man grappling with systemic injustices, marking one of Wonder’s many socio-politically charged compositions.
3. During the Concert for Bangladesh rehearsals, George Harrison, Leon Russell, and Eric Clapton performed the blues standard ‘Come On In My Kitchen.’ This collaboration highlighted the camaraderie among the artists for the humanitarian effort.
4. ‘Beat Me Daddy, Eight To The Bar’ by The Commander Cody Band prominently features country, rock, and boogie-woogie influences. This reflects the band’s dedication to classic American music styles and their energetic performance ethos.
5. Jerry Lee Lewis delivered a memorable performance of ‘Whole Lotta Shakin’ Goin’ On’ at the London Rock and Roll Show in 1972. This classic exemplifies his energetic piano style and remains a key track in rock and roll history.
6. The melody for Slade’s ‘Mama Weer All Crazee Now’ was inspired by a Chuck Berry concert. Specifically, Jim Lea was moved by audience participation, wishing to capture that lively energy in the song’s composition.
7. Boston’s ‘Don’t Look Back’ involved over 60 edits to the drum track. These meticulous production efforts by Tom Scholz contributed to the distinct and polished sound that characterized the band’s successful 1978 album.
8. Deep Purple’s ‘The Mule’ was inspired by the character from Isaac Asimov’s ‘Foundation’ series. The song’s thematic elements blend progressive rock with literary influences, showcasing the band’s creative approach.
9. ‘Thick As A Brick’ by Jethro Tull is renowned for its continuous, album-length composition. This ambitious project highlights Ian Anderson’s flair for blending rock with progressive narrative structures.
10. ‘Let It Rain’ was regularly included in Eric Clapton’s Journeyman World Tour setlist. This enduring favorite stems from Clapton’s early solo career and showcases his dynamic live performance ethos.
11. ‘Rhiannon’ by Fleetwood Mac was inspired by a character from a science fiction novel. Stevie Nicks later connected this to Welsh mythology, adding mystical dimensions to the song’s live renditions.
12. Members of Little Feat and their friends organized the Lowell George tribute concert. George’s influence as the band’s founder was honored through collaborative performances and support for his family.
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