How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Boney M, ABBA, Television, David Bowie, Queen, John Lennon, Santana, Neil Diamond, The Clash, Patti Smith, Rush, Joe Walsh
They are the ’70s Throwback’ artists selected among the 341 Posts we publish this week.
Tracklist
1 . Boney M . BelfastOn German TV today, Amanda Lear and Bony . at 'Disco' (1977) |
2 . ABBA . Take . Chance On Me |
3 . Television . Call Mr. Lee |
4 . David Bowie . Beauty and the Beast |
5 . Queen . Good Old-Fashioned Lover BoyQueen release their fifth album . 'A Day at the Races' featuring 'Somebody to Love' (1976) |
6 . John Lennon . Mother |
7 . Santana . Europa (Earth's Cry Heaven's Smile) |
8 . Neil Diamond . The American Popular Song |
9 . The Clash . London Calling |
10 . Patti Smith . Gloria: In Excelsis DeoArista Records publish Patti Smith's debut album . 'Horses' featuring 'Gloria' (1975) |
11 . Rush . Bastille Day |
12 . Joe Walsh . Turn To Stone |
And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. The lyrics of "Belfast" by Boney M. reflect the sociopolitical issues in Northern Ireland during the time of its release. It subtly touches on themes of belief and societal change amidst the troubles.
2. The rhythm for "Take a Chance on Me" came from Björn Ulvaeus's jogging routine. He used the rhythmic "tck-a-ch" sound to pace himself, later incorporating it into the song's catchy chorus.
3. "Call Mr. Lee" by Television is notable for its abstract lyrics, deliberately leaving the story's context and meaning unclear. Tom Verlaine's style often embraces such ambiguity.
4. During the Isolar II Tour, Adrian Belew played lead guitar on David Bowie's live performances of "Beauty and the Beast." His experimental style complemented Bowie's evolving sound.
5. Queen's 1977 Top of the Pops performance of "Good Old-Fashioned Lover Boy" was a mimed performance, a common practice for the show. This broadcast was a key part of their promotional efforts.
6. "Mother," by John Lennon, reflects his feelings of childhood abandonment. The song addresses the emotional impact of losing his parents and the underlying sense of betrayal.
7. "Europa (Earth's Cry Heaven's Smile)" was a highlight of Santana's 1976 concert in Hamburg. Its melodic guitar style showcased Carlos Santana's evolving musical direction during that time.
8. Neil Diamond's "America" is a tribute to his grandparents' immigration journey. It became an anthem highlighting the emotional significance of coming to America, beyond its chart success.
9. The music video for "London Calling" by The Clash features them performing on a boat at night. Shot in a cold, rainy December, it captures the song's urgent and apocalyptic tone.
10. Patti Smith's "Gloria" performance at Rockpalast in 1979 is remembered for lasting over nine minutes. Her fusion of punk rock and poetry was exemplified during this extended rendition.
11. Rush's show at the Capitol Theatre in 1976 marked their debut at the historic venue. It was a pivotal point as they gained popularity on their 2112 tour, cementing their status as rock icons.
12. Joe Walsh wrote "Turn to Stone" inspired by the Kent State shootings. The song conveys his disillusionment with the political climate, encapsulated by its powerful guitar work.
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