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

The subjects du jour are : David Gilmour, Joe Bonamassa, Jimmie Vaughan, Gary Moore, Joe Walsh, David Lindley, Eric Clapton, Buckethead, Paul Gilbert, Adrian Belew, Marc Ribot, Steve Hackett

They are the Guitar Virtuosi selected among the 445 Posts we publish this week.

QUIZ QUESTIONS
QUIZ QUESTIONS

1. At which ancient venue did David Gilmour perform in 2016, marking a return after 45 years?

  • A The Colosseum
  • B Pompeii Amphitheatre
  • C Greek Theatre

2. On which album does Joe Bonamassa's “Happier Times” appear?

  • A Live from Nowhere in Particular
  • B The Ballad of John Henry
  • C Different Shades of Blue

3. Which guitarist performed with The Mavericks on “Rock Me Baby” in Austin?

  • A Stevie Ray Vaughan
  • B Eric Clapton
  • C Jimmie Vaughan

4. During what event did Gary Moore perform Jimi Hendrix’s “Red House” in 2004?

  • A Woodstock Reunion
  • B Fender Stratocaster 50th Anniversary
  • C Glastonbury Festival

5. What unique feature does Joe Walsh’s “Rocky Mountain Way” prominently use?

  • A Wah Pedal
  • B Guitar Talk Box
  • C Synthesizer

6. Which string instrument is David Lindley known for using in his performances?

  • A Mandolin
  • B Electric Oud
  • C Banjo

7. What is a signature song Eric Clapton performed during his Chile 1990 concert?

  • A Cocaine
  • B Layla
  • C Tears in Heaven

8. What is the title of the instrumental track by Buckethead released on Crime Slunk Scene?

  • A Soothsayer
  • B Jordan
  • C Colonel Sanders’ Finger Lickin’ Guitar Licks

9. On which album does Paul Gilbert's “Everywhere That Mary Went” appear?

  • A Vibrato
  • B Behold Electric Guitar
  • C Stone Pushing Uphill Man

10. Where did Adrian Belew and Tony Levin perform a duo set in 2011?

  • A The Blue Note
  • B The Iridium
  • C The Village Vanguard

11. What genre is Marc Ribot especially known for blending with jazz and rock?

  • A Classical
  • B Country
  • C Cuban

12. What is the title of the Steve Hackett track performed live at The Bottom Line in 1980?

  • A The Steppes
  • B Clocks
  • C Slogans

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Tracklist

1 . David Gilmour . One Of These Days

Lifted from : Columbia publish David Gilmour's 'Live At Pompeii' recorded at the Pompeii Amphitheatre (2017)

2 . Joe Bonamassa . Happier Times

Lifted from : Joe Bonamassa visits Helsinki (2015)

3 . Jimmie Vaughan . Rock Me Baby (w/ The Mavericks)

Lifted from : Jimmie Vaughan sits in with The Mavericks (2015)

4 . Gary Moore . Red House

Lifted from : Gary Moore celebrates Stratocaster 50 years (2004)

5 . Joe Walsh . Rocky Mountain Way (w/ The Best)

Lifted from : Supergroup The Best are in Japan (1990)

6 . David Lindley . Mercury Blues

Lifted from : David Lindley visits Copenhagen (2012)

7 . Eric Clapton . Cocaine

Lifted from : Eric Clapton visits Chile (1990)

8 . Buckethead . Soothsayer

Lifted from : Buckethead entertains Colorado (2012)

9 . Paul Gilbert . Everywhere That Mary Went

Lifted from : Paul Gilbert rocks . NYC club (2018)

10 . Adrian Belew . Elephant Talk (w/ Tony Levin)

Lifted from : Adrian Belew and Tony Levin meet in NYC (2011)

11 . Marc Ribot . Fat Man Blues

Lifted from : Marc Ribot plays in Boston (2012)

12 . Steve Hackett . Slogans

Lifted from : Steve Hackett shreds in New-York (1980)

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

1. The Pompeii Amphitheatre hosted David Gilmour in 2016, resuming from Pink Floyd’s pioneering film project in 1971. Unique visuals and sound boosted its historic allure.

2. "Happier Times" features on Joe Bonamassa's 2009 album, The Ballad of John Henry. It highlights his nuanced guitar work appreciated in later live releases.

3. Jimmie Vaughan jammed with The Mavericks on “Rock Me Baby” in Austin, 2015. The live set captured the spontaneous blues magic.

4. Gary Moore reminisced Jimi Hendrix by playing "Red House" during the Fender Stratocaster 50th Anniversary in 2004. Moore’s run took on special gravitas amid peers honoring Strat heritage.

5. "Rocky Mountain Way" by Joe Walsh is famous for its inventive use of a guitar talk box. The effect underscores the song's lively guitar dialogue.

6. David Lindley is notable for his electric oud among various string instruments. His eclectic arsenal characterizes live acts such as his 2012 Copenhagen show.

7. A live performance given by Eric Clapton in Chile 1990 included "Cocaine" on the setlist. It's connected to Clapton’s tribute to J. J. Cale, its original composer.

8. "Soothsayer" from Crime Slunk Scene, a poignant dedication to his aunt, is a standout of Buckethead’s repertoire, appearing frequently in concerts.

9. Paul Gilbert's album Behold Electric Guitar hosts "Everywhere That Mary Went." Track exemplifies his transition from vocal to guitar melodies.

10. Adrian Belew and Tony Levin played an intimate set at The Iridium in 2011, part of a tribute to guitar luminary Les Paul, reinforcing their experimental roots.

11. Marc Ribot is acclaimed for infusing Cuban influences with his jazz and rock work, highlighted through collaborations and his own projects like Los Cubanos Postizos.

12. “Slogans” was performed by Steve Hackett at New York's The Bottom Line in 1980. This track brought fresh energy to his solo tour set.

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