How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : The Cars, Bob Marley, The Wailers, David Bowie, Brian Eno, The Kinks, John Mayall, Randy Newman, George Harrison, Joe Walsh, Pink Floyd, Yes, Brian Auger’Oblivion Express
They are the ’70s Throwback’ artists selected among the 369 Posts we publish this week.
1. Which musical element was unique about “Bye Bye Love 11-27-78.mpeg”?
- A A distinctive guitar solo
- B A famous drum loop
- C Lack of reliable documentation
2. What is notable about Bob Marley’s performance of “War/No More Trouble” in 1979?
- A It was performed acoustically
- B Featured guest guitarist Ron Wood
- C Marley didn’t perform it
3. Which show did David Bowie perform “Young Americans” on in 1974?
- A Top of the Pops
- B The Dick Cavett Show
- C The Tonight Show
4. What technique did Brian Eno use in “China My China”?
- A Tape looping
- B Lyrics from nonsense syllables
- C Reverse guitar recording
5. Which lyric did The Kinks change in “Lola” for the BBC?
- A Coca-Cola to cherry cola
- B Diesel to gasoline
- C Robot to scholar
6. What notable element does John Mayall’s “My Pretty Girl” reflect?
- A Strict adherence to blues tradition
- B A harmonious orchestra
- C Influences from personal experiences
7. Who originally wrote “Mama Told Me Not To Come” for 1966 artists?
- A Randy Newman
- B Eric Burdon
- C Elvis Presley
8. How did George Harrison incorporate humor into “This Song”?
- A Through puns
- B With a guest spot by Eric Idle
- C By parodying another hit
9. Joe Walsh’s “Mother Says” is notable for using what instrument?
- A Theremin
- B ARP Odyssey synthesizer
- C Harpsichord
10. In “Mother” by Pink Floyd, whose perspective complements the song?
- A The father
- B The mother
- C The teacher
11. What inspired Yes’s “The Gates of Delirium”?
- A King Lear
- B The Iliad
- C War and Peace
12. Who founded Brian Auger’s Oblivion Express?
- A Miles Davis
- B Brian Eno
- C Brian Auger
Tracklist
1 . The Cars . Bye Bye Love |
2 . Bob Marley & The Wailers . War / No More Trouble |
3 . David Bowie . Young Americans |
4 . Brian Eno . China My ChinaIsland publish Brian Eno’s second solo album . ‘Taking Tiger Mountain (By Strategy)’ (1974) |
5 . The Kinks . Lola |
6 . John Mayall . My Pretty Girl |
7 . Randy Newman . Mama Told Me Not to Come |
8 . George Harrison . This Song |
9 . Joe Walsh . Mother SaysOn TV today, Joe Walsh at ‘Don Kirshner’s Rock Concert’ (1975) |
10 . Pink Floyd . Mother |
11 . Yes . The Gates of Delirium |
12 . Brian Auger‘s Oblivion Express . Freedom Jazz Dance |
And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. No verifiable information about the track or its specific elements exists. Its significance remains as elusive as the details surrounding it.
2. Ron Wood joined Bob Marley and the Wailers for the encore at a notable Oakland 1979 concert. This rare collaboration highlighted the night’s memorable setlist.
3. David Bowie’s stylistic shift in “Young Americans” was showcased on The Dick Cavett Show. The performance marked a move toward R&B influences.
4. Brian Eno created “China My China” using lyrics formed from singing nonsense syllables. This approach, along with the song’s lyrical themes, reflected Eno’s experimental sound.
5. For their BBC appearance, The Kinks changed “Coca-Cola” to “cherry cola” in “Lola.” This complied with the network’s advertising guidelines while maintaining the song’s spirit.
6. John Mayall’s songwriting in “My Pretty Girl” blends blues and personal narratives. This approach underscores his view that blues should reflect the artist’s life.
7. Randy Newman penned “Mama Told Me Not To Come” for Eric Burdon, later recording it himself. Newman’s version became iconic, capturing his sardonic storytelling style.
8. In “This Song,” George Harrison included Eric Idle, adding humor to the satirical theme. Idle’s cameo references the infamous legal battles over “My Sweet Lord.”
9. Joe Walsh’s use of the ARP Odyssey in “Mother Says” highlights his early solo work’s innovative sound. It reflects his musical transition away from hard rock.
10. “Mother” by Pink Floyd features a dialogue between Pink and his mother. Roger Waters used personal elements to craft this pivotal thematic aspect of The Wall.
11. Yes’s “The Gates of Delirium” draws inspiration from Tolstoy’s “War and Peace.” The composition spans chaos to hope, epitomizing the band’s distinguished musical style.
12. Brian Auger established the Oblivion Express post-The Trinity. Known for jazz fusion, it featured a dynamic array of talents, showcasing Auger’s versatile musical leadership.
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