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.
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
Tracklist
1 . David Gilmour . One Of These DaysColumbia publish David Gilmour’s ‘Live At Pompeii’ recorded at the Pompeii Amphitheatre (2017) |
2 . Joe Bonamassa . Happier Times |
3 . Jimmie Vaughan . Rock Me Baby (w/ The Mavericks) |
4 . Gary Moore . Red House |
5 . Joe Walsh . Rocky Mountain Way (w/ The Best) |
6 . David Lindley . Mercury Blues |
7 . Eric Clapton . Cocaine |
8 . Buckethead . Soothsayer |
9 . Paul Gilbert . Everywhere That Mary Went |
10 . Adrian Belew . Elephant Talk (w/ Tony Levin) |
11 . Marc Ribot . Fat Man Blues |
12 . Steve Hackett . Slogans |
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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