How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Joe Walsh, Richie Blackmore, Jeff Beck, Rocky Athas, Carlos Santana, Jorge Santana, Derek Trucks, Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton, Philip Sayce, Tony Iommi, Steve Vai, Yngwie Malmsteen, Frank Gambale
They are the Guitar Virtuosi selected among the 369 Posts we publish this week.
1. Which device gives Joe Walsh’s “Rocky Mountain Way” its distinctive sound?
- A Synthesizer
- B Talk Box
- C Drum Machine
2. What is the metaphorical meaning behind Rainbow’s “Man On The Silver Mountain”?
- A A mythical hero
- B A godlike figure
- C An ancient king
3. Which classic blues song is associated with John Mayall and often performed by him live?
- A Drifting Blues
- B Stormy Monday
- C Crossroads
4. Who collaborated with Santana on the track “The Healer”?
- A B.B. King
- B Eric Clapton
- C John Lee Hooker
5. Which band’s legacy is honored by Tedeschi Trucks Band’s performance of “Whipping Post”?
- A Lynyrd Skynyrd
- B The Allman Brothers Band
- C ZZ Top
6. What inspired Jimi Hendrix’s “Spanish Castle Magic”?
- A A Seattle club
- B A Spanish castle
- C An English manor
7. At which venue did Cream play their farewell concert?
- A Madison Square Garden
- B Royal Albert Hall
- C Sydney Opera House
8. Which festival is associated with Philip Sayce’s performances?
- A Monterey Pop Festival
- B Glastonbury Festival
- C Crossroads Guitar Festival
9. Which Black Sabbath song opened their “Sabotage” tour shows?
- A Paranoid
- B Iron Man
- C Killing Yourself to Live
10. What unique element characterizes Generation Axe’s performances?
- A Solo acts
- B Jam sessions
- C Harmonized guitar work
11. Who played guitar in the 1992 concert performance of “Spending Sunday With You”?
- A Eric Clapton
- B Frank Gambale
- C Carlos Santana
12. Which extended medley did Martin Miller perform live in 2017?
- A The Ultimate Led Zeppelin Medley
- B The Ultimate Pink Floyd Medley
- C The Ultimate Beatles Medley
Tracklist
1 . Joe Walsh . Rocky Mountain WayOn TV today, Joe Walsh at ‘Don Kirshner’s Rock Concert’ (1975) |
2 . Ritchie Blackmore . Man On The Silver Mountain (w/ Rainbow) |
3 . Jeff Beck . People Get Ready |
4 . Rocky Athas . Drifting Blues (w/ John Mayall) |
5 . Carlos Santana & Jorge Santana . The Healer |
6 . Derek Trucks . Whipping Post (w/ The Tedeschi Trucks Band) |
7 . Jimi Hendrix . Spanish Castle Magic |
8 . Eric Clapton . Sunshine Of Your Love (w/ Cream) |
9 . Philip Sayce . Alchemy |
10 . Tony Iommi . Killing Yourself to Live (w/ Black Sabbath)Black Sabbath release their fifth album . ‘Sabbath Bloody Sabbath’ (1973) |
11 . Steve Vai & Yngwie Malmsteen . Black Star |
12 . Frank Gambale . Spending Sunday With You (w/ Alain Rieder)Frank Gambale releases his first album . ‘Brave New Guitar’ (1985) |
And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. A talk box adds the characteristic tone to “Rocky Mountain Way,” making Joe Walsh’s guitar work immediately recognizable. His reflective songwriting came with a view of the Rocky Mountains in Colorado.
2. Described by Dio, “Man On The Silver Mountain” presents a semi-religious, godlike figure. This metaphor allows listeners to imagine a beacon guiding them through life’s trials.
3. “Drifting Blues,” a classic standard, frequently appears in John Mayall’s live sets. His performances reinforce the electric blues tradition and highlight his status in the genre.
4. Santana teamed up with John Lee Hooker on “The Healer,” a track emphasizing blues’ restorative power. This collaboration showcases Santana’s guitar and Hooker’s vocals blending blues and Latin rock.
5. The Allman Brothers Band inspired Tedeschi Trucks Band’s rendition of “Whipping Post.” This performance honored Derek Trucks’ connections to the band and kept their musical legacy alive.
6. Jimi Hendrix drew inspiration for “Spanish Castle Magic” from a Seattle club of the same name. The song’s psychedelic rock elements are signature to Hendrix’s style.
7. Cream’s final show unfolded at London’s Royal Albert Hall, concluding their era as a pivotal rock band. This performance is immortalized in film, capturing their iconic farewell.
8. Philip Sayce often appears at the Crossroads Guitar Festival. His performances reflect influences from legends like Hendrix and Vaughan, blending innovative guitar play with a blues-rock edge.
9. “Killing Yourself to Live” opened Black Sabbath’s “Sabotage” shows, epitomizing their mid-70s sound. This track’s heavy riffs set the tone for their live performances.
10. Generation Axe features harmonized guitar work, orchestrating pieces where five renowned guitarists merge talents. This approach distinguishes their tours from typical solo acts.
11. Frank Gambale’s guitar skills shine in “Spending Sunday With You.” The 1992 Zurich concert showcased his complex interplay with drummer Alain Rieder in a jazz fusion setting.
12. Martin Miller’s 2017 live take on “The Ultimate Pink Floyd Medley” combined tracks from “Wish You Were Here,” “The Wall,” and “The Dark Side of the Moon,” seamlessly weaving the band’s iconic sounds.
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