How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Richie Sambora, Buddy Guy, Robert Cray , Eric Clapton, Ritchie Blackmore, Yngwie Malmsteen, Carlos Santana, Jerry Garcia , Rich Robinson, Jonny Lang, Stanley Jordan, Alvin Lee , Jimmy Page
They are the Guitar Virtuosi selected among the 385 Posts we publish this week.
1. Which artist collaborated with Buddy Guy on his album “Skin Deep”?
- A Billy Gibbons
- B Eric Clapton
- C B.B. King
2. What unique feature did the live performance of “Wanted Dead or Alive” in Buffalo in 1993 include?
- A Acoustic intro
- B Drum solo
- C Intro from “Midnight Rider”
3. What inspired the song “Skin Deep” by Buddy Guy?
- A Political events
- B Personal childhood experiences
- C An art exhibition
4. For which cause was Eric Clapton’s Crossroads Guitar Festival founded?
- A Music education
- B Drug treatment facility
- C Environmental conservation
5. What year was Eric Clapton’s cover of “After Midnight” first recorded?
- A 1970
- B 1974
- C 1982
6. Which event featured Deep Purple’s performance of “No No No” with the Mark II lineup?
- A Woodstock ’69
- B A German TV show in 1971
- C Isle of Wight Festival 1970
7. What genre did Yngwie Malmsteen help define with “Rising Force”?
- A Glam metal
- B Neoclassical metal
- C Folk rock
8. What distinctive musical element did Jerry Garcia and Carlos Santana bring to “Get Uppa”?
- A Funk rhythms
- B Classical strings
- C Latin-inflected arrangement
9. Which festival was highlighted by The Black Crowes’ performance of a Delaney & Bonnie medley?
- A Bonnaroo
- B Newport Folk Festival
- C Glastonbury
10. What technique is Stanley Jordan known for that’s featured in his version of “What’s Going On”?
- A Two-handed tapping
- B Flamenco strumming
- C Percussive slapping
11. Which song became a staple in Ten Years After’s live shows, often extended with intricate solos?
- A Good Morning School Girl
- B I Can’t Keep From Crying
- C Love Like a Man
12. What did Led Zeppelin achieve with their 1979 Knebworth performance?
- A First South American tour
- B Reunion with original drummer
- C Return after a lengthy stage absence
Tracklist
1 . Richie Sambora . Wanted Dead Or Alive (w/ Bon Jovi) |
2 . Buddy Guy . Skin Deep & Blues |
3 . Robert Cray . Poor Johnny |
4 . Eric Clapton . After MidnightAtco publish ‘Eric Clapton,’ his self-titled debut solo album produced by Delaney Bramlett (1970) |
5 . Ritchie Blackmore . No No No (w/ Deep Purple)Deep Purple release their fifth album . ‘Fireball’ featuring ‘The Mule’ (1971) |
6 . Yngwie Malmsteen . Rising Force |
7 . Carlos Santana & Jerry Garcia . Get UppaCarlos Santana . Jerry Garcia meet in LA (1989) |
8 . Rich Robinson . Delaney & Bonnie Medley (w/ The Black Crowes) |
9 . Jonny Lang . Don’t Stop (For Anything) |
10 . Stanley Jordan . What’s Goin On |
11 . Alvin Lee . I Can’T Keep From Crying (w/ Ten Years After) |
12 . Jimmy Page . Misty Mountain Hop (w/ Led Zeppelin)After four years , Led Zeppelin are back on . British stage (1979) |
And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. Eric Clapton was among the notable musicians collaborating on Buddy Guy’s “Skin Deep.” This album, released in 2008, strengthened Clapton’s connection to the blues genre through shared musical ventures.
2. During the 1993 Buffalo concert, Bon Jovi incorporated the intro from “Midnight Rider” into “Wanted Dead or Alive.” This creative twist was unique to this event and added a distinct flavor to the performance.
3. The song “Skin Deep” by Buddy Guy drew inspiration from the artist’s personal childhood experiences. These experiences were marked by racial divisions that influenced both his life and music.
4. Eric Clapton’s Crossroads Guitar Festival was established to support a drug treatment facility. The event underscores Clapton’s commitment to aiding recovery through the power of music.
5. Eric Clapton first recorded “After Midnight” in 1970 for his debut solo album. It marked a significant milestone in his transition from being part of major bands to a solo career.
6. Deep Purple performed “No No No” on a German TV show in 1971 with their Mark II lineup. This televised event displayed the band in their classic era, adding to their live performance legacy.
7. Yngwie Malmsteen’s “Rising Force” helped define the neoclassical metal genre. Released in 1984, it blended classical motifs with heavy metal, showcasing Malmsteen’s virtuosic guitar skills.
8. Jerry Garcia and Carlos Santana introduced a Latin-inflected arrangement to “Get Uppa.” Their performance highlighted an integration of Garcia’s rock influences with Santana’s Latin jazz style.
9. The Black Crowes delivered a Delaney & Bonnie medley at the Newport Folk Festival. This performance highlighted the band’s Southern rock roots and versatility within American musical traditions.
10. Stanley Jordan utilized his signature two-handed tapping technique in “What’s Going On.” This method allows Jordan to play both melody and harmony simultaneously, enhancing his musical storytelling.
11. “I Can’t Keep From Crying” became a staple in Ten Years After’s live performances. This track is characterized by extended solos that highlight the band’s improvisational strength.
12. Led Zeppelin’s 1979 Knebworth performance marked their return to the stage after a lengthy absence. This event drew massive crowds, reinforcing their status as live music legends.
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