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.
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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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