How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Fugees, Ride, Nirvana, Flea, David Bowie, Jamiroquai, Korn, Alanis Morissette, Paul Simon, Meshell Ndegeocello, Limp Bizkit, The Smashing Pumpkins, Marilyn Manson, Pearl Jam
They are the ’90s Throwback’ artists selected among the 427 Posts we publish this week.
1. Which production element made the Fugees’ “Ready or Not” music video stand out in the 1990s?
- A The use of drones
- B Submarines and helicopters
- C A futuristic cityscape
2. During which tour did Ride perform “Dreams Burn Down” at Brixton Academy in London?
- A Nowhere tour
- B Carnival of Light tour
- C Going Blank Again tour
3. What made Nirvana’s performance of “Smells Like Teen Spirit” at the Hollywood Rock Festival unique?
- A Kurt Cobain played drums
- B Flea played trumpet
- C A surprise acoustic version
4. Which band member is notably absent during the GQ Awards performance of “Little Wonder”?
- A Reeves Gabrels
- B Gail Ann Dorsey
- C David Bowie
5. What genre blend defines Jamiroquai’s “Light Years” from their 1994 album?
- A Funk and acid jazz
- B Hip hop and reggae
- C Classical and rock
6. “It’s On” opened the setlist of which Korn tour performance in New Orleans?
- A Korn’s Greatest Hits Tour
- B Family Values Tour 1998
- C See You on the Other Side Tour
7. What musical style defines Alanis Morissette’s “All I Really Want”?
- A Electronic dance music
- B Alternative rock
- C Jazz fusion
8. Where did Paul Simon perform “The Obvious Child” in 1991?
- A Madison Square Garden
- B The Tokyo Dome
- C The Royal Albert Hall
9. Who made her debut in the music video for “If That’s Your Boyfriend (He Wasn’t Last Night)”?
- A Bette Midler
- B Queen Latifah
- C Celeste Octavia
10. During which tour did Limp Bizkit cover “Jump Around”?
- A Endless Summer Tour
- B Anger Management Tour
- C Family Values Tour
11. Which film soundtrack features The Smashing Pumpkins’ “Eye”?
- A Natural Born Killers
- B Lost Highway
- C Pulp Fiction
12. What feature distinguishes Pearl Jam’s song “Blood” from their 1993 album *Vs.*?
- A A brass section
- B Intense energy and aggressive style
- C Dreamy synth layers
Tracklist
1 . Fugees – Ready or Not |
2 . Ride – Dreams Burn Down |
3 . Nirvana & Flea – Smells Like Teen Spirit |
4 . David Bowie – Little Wonder |
5 . Jamiroquai – Light Years |
6 . Korn – It’s On! |
7 . Alanis Morissette – All I Really Want |
8 . Paul Simon – The Obvious ChildWarner Bros. publish Paul Simon’s eighth album : ‘The Rhythm of the Saints’ (1990) |
9 . Meshell Ndegeocello – If That’s Your Boyfriend (He Wasn’t Last Night)Maverick release Me’shell Ndegeocello’s debut album : ‘Plantation Lullabies’ (1993) |
10 . Limp Bizkit – Jump Around |
11 . The Smashing Pumpkins & Marilyn Manson – Eye |
12 . Pearl Jam – Blood |
And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. The music video for “Ready or Not” featured scenes with submarines and helicopters, among other high-budget elements. This made it one of the most expensive hip-hop productions of its time.
2. Ride performed “Dreams Burn Down” during their Going Blank Again tour, with Brixton Academy being one of the notable venues documented.
3. At the Hollywood Rock Festival, Flea joined Nirvana on trumpet for “Smells Like Teen Spirit.” This collaboration added a unique twist to an iconic song.
4. David Bowie was not absent; the song “Little Wonder” was not performed at the GQ Awards despite being part of his 1997 album. Reeves Gabrels and Gail Ann Dorsey played during this event.
5. “Light Years” showcases a blend of funk and acid jazz, reflecting Jamiroquai’s evolution and characteristic 1990s style.
6. Korn’s performance at the Family Values Tour 1998 in New Orleans opened with “It’s On,” setting the tone with their nu metal sound.
7. “All I Really Want” is defined by its alternative rock style and introspective lyrics, as part of Alanis Morissette’s *Jagged Little Pill* album.
8. Paul Simon performed “The Obvious Child” at The Tokyo Dome in 1991, a notable live setting enriched by Brazilian percussion.
9. Celeste Octavia debuted in the music video for “If That’s Your Boyfriend (He Wasn’t Last Night),” adding to its notable visual elements.
10. Limp Bizkit’s cover of “Jump Around” occurred during the Family Values Tour. This energetic performance contributed to the tour’s diverse setlist.
11. “Eye” by The Smashing Pumpkins appeared on the *Lost Highway* soundtrack, its electronica style marking a new direction for the band.
12. “Blood” from Pearl Jam’s 1993 album *Vs.* is known for its intense energy and aggressive style, although it wasn’t performed at the 2024 Auckland concerts.
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