This week In ’90s Throwback’ 29/52

How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.

The subjects du jour are : Santana, Christina Aguilera, Guns N’ Roses, Michael Jackson, Pearl Jam, Sonic Youth, Jeff Buckley, Soundgarden, Joe Satriani, David Bowie, Big Country, Brian May

They are the ’90s Throwback’ artists selected among the 462 Posts we publish this week.

QUIZ QUESTIONS
QUIZ QUESTIONS

1. What genre fusion is showcased in Santana’s 'Smooth' ?

  • A Country and Hip-Hop
  • B Latin rock and contemporary pop
  • C Jazz and Classical

2. What costume did Christina Aguilera wear during her performance of 'Genie In A Bottle' in Vancouver?

  • A A red evening gown
  • B A sailor outfit
  • C A white genie costume

3. Which band's performance of 'Live And Let Die' in Buenos Aires was significant for featuring their last shows with specific band members until much later?

  • A Guns N' Roses
  • B The Beatles
  • C Queen

4. Which of these themes is addressed in Michael Jackson's 'Earth Song' ?

  • A Alien invasions
  • B Environmental destruction
  • C Celebrity culture

5. Where was Pearl Jam's 'Oceans' music video filmed?

  • A Hawaii
  • B New York City
  • C Los Angeles

6. What fashion element is notable about Sonic Youth's 'Sugar Kane' music video?

  • A Victorian costumes
  • B Marc Jacobs’ 'Grunge Collection'
  • C Formal tuxedos

7. On which tour did Jeff Buckley perform 'Mojo Pin' in Chicago?

  • A Mystery White Boy tour
  • B European Acoustic tour
  • C World Electric tour

8. What tone is characteristic of Soundgarden's 'Black Hole Sun' video?

  • A Romantic
  • B Comedic
  • C Surreal and apocalyptic

9. What inspired the title of Joe Satriani’s 'The Extremist' ?

  • A A martial arts instructor
  • B A friend's description of his dedication
  • C A book about astronomy

10. What experimental genre does David Bowie's 'The Hearts Filthy Lesson' explore?

  • A Classical Pop
  • B Industrial Rock
  • C Reggae Blues

11. What is the distinctive sound feature of Big Country's song 'In a Big Country' ?

  • A Violin solos
  • B Harmonica riffs
  • C Guitar effects

12. Which song is a cover featured in The Brian May Band's 'Live At The Brixton Academy' ?

  • A Hotel California
  • B Since You’ve Been Gone
  • C Imagine

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Tracklist

1 . Santana . Smooth (w/ Rob Thomas)

Lifted from : We all wish Happy Birthday to Carlos Santana. 'Gitartista'

2 . Christina Aguilera . Genie In . Bottle

Lifted from : Christina Aguilera sings in Vancouver (2000)

3 . Guns N' Roses . Live And Let Die

Lifted from : Guns N' Roses end their world tour in Buenos Aires (1993)

4 . Michael Jackson . Earth Song

Lifted from : Michael Jackson celebrates the Sultan of Brunei's birthday (1996)

5 . Pearl Jam . Oceans

Lifted from : As we wish Stone Gossard . Happy Birthday, we find it the perfect day to post . 'Pearl Jam At Their Best' page

6 . Sonic Youth . Sugar Kane

Lifted from : Sonic Youth release their seventh album . 'Dirty' co-produced with Butch Vig (1992)

7 . Jeff Buckley . Mojo Pin

Lifted from : Jeff Buckley records his first commercial album . 'Live at Sin-é' in New York City (1993)

8 . Soundgarden . Black Hole Sun

Lifted from : As we remember Chris Cornell on his Birthday, the day is perfect for . 'Soundgarden at their bests' post

9 . Joe Satriani . The Extremist

Lifted from : Joe Satriani releases his fourth album . 'The Extremist' (1992)

10 . David Bowie . The Hearts Filthy Lesson

Lifted from : David Bowie is 'Outside' on an airfield (1996)

11 . Big Country . In . Big Country

Lifted from : Big Country attend . (stormy) German festival (1995)

12 . Brian May . Since You've Been Gone

Lifted from : Happy Birthday Brian May

And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:

1. Santana's 'Smooth' blends Latin rock with contemporary pop, leveraging smooth rhythms and catchy hooks. Rob Thomas provides the vocal element, complementing Carlos Santana's iconic guitar work.

2. During her performance of 'Genie In A Bottle' in Vancouver, Christina Aguilera donned a white genie costume, matching the song's theme and enhancing the live experience.

3. Guns N' Roses' Buenos Aires performances in 1993 were the last featuring Slash and Duff McKagan until their later returns, solidifying the shows' historical importance for fans.

4. Michael Jackson's 'Earth Song' tackles themes of environmental destruction, using a dramatic blend of musical styles to highlight the song's urgent plea for change.

5. Filmed in Hawaii, Pearl Jam's 'Oceans' video features scenic imagery that aligns with the song's themes of distance and longing.

6. The 'Sugar Kane' video by Sonic Youth incorporates Marc Jacobs’ 'Grunge Collection,' marking a notable intersection of grunge music and high fashion.

7. Jeff Buckley’s 'Mojo Pin' live performance in Chicago was part of his Mystery White Boy tour, showcasing his emotional depth and musical range.

8. Soundgarden's 'Black Hole Sun' video is known for its surreal and apocalyptic tone, reflecting the 1990s grunge era’s prevailing zeitgeist.

9. Joe Satriani's 'The Extremist' derives its title from a friend's comment on his intense dedication to music, prompting a two-year pursuit of excellence during the album's creation.

10. 'The Hearts Filthy Lesson' by David Bowie delves into industrial rock, showcasing his exploration of electronic and layered soundscapes.

11. The song 'In a Big Country' by Big Country is recognized for its distinctive guitar effects, setting it apart and highlighting the band's signature sound.

12. The Brian May Band's live set at Brixton Academy includes 'Since You’ve Been Gone,' a cover that adds to the energetic rock ambiance of the performance.

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