How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Donna Summer, Robert Palmer, Chaka Khan, David Bowie, Blondie, Mitch Ryder, Deep Purple, Frank Zappa, Fleetwood Mac, Billy Joel, Joni Mitchell, Genesis
They are the ’70s Throwback’ artists selected among the 390 Posts we publish this week.
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And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. "Spring Affair" is more than a disco track; it was part of the Disco Circus TV show. Produced by Giorgio Moroder, it helped cement Donna Summer as a disco icon.
2. Robert Palmer's debut album featured The Meters and Lowell George, emphasizing New Orleans influences and demonstrating his collaborative prowess at the start of his solo journey.
3. Chaka Khan's energy was introduced by Sacha Distel on French television. This appearance highlighted her transition into a solo career with the anthem "I'm Every Woman."
4. David Bowie performed "Beauty and the Beast" during the Isolar II World Tour's final concert in Tokyo, showcasing his Berlin Trilogy work and experimental artistry.
5. "Eat to the Beat" by Blondie isn't just pop. It's a tour de force of pop, rock, reggae, punk, and funk, showcasing the band's eclectic direction at the time.
6. Mitch Ryder's "Tough Kid" stirred concert-goers with its vigorous live presence. It reaffirmed Ryder's creative vitality and ongoing performance appeal.
7. "You Keep On Moving" is a hallmark of Deep Purple's Mark IV lineup, adding funk textures to their established hard rock. Coverdale and Bolin set this era apart.
8. Frank Zappa's Capitol Theatre concert is remembered for Patrick O'Hearn's debut with Zappa, enhancing the band's dynamic instrumental interplay.
9. Fleetwood Mac's 1979 performance of "Angel" was set against the backdrop of the ambitious Tusk Tour, notorious for its elaborate production.
10. Billy Joel's "The Entertainer" offers a sardonic take on the music industry's demands. It first appeared on his "Streetlife Serenade" album in 1974.
11. Joni Mitchell's 1970 BBC performance was rich with her guitar, piano, and dulcimer artistry. The harmonica, however, stayed backstage that day.
12. Genesis's 1974 Montreal performance is immortalized on DVD, capturing their progressive rock essence during the theatrical Peter Gabriel era.
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