How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Queensrÿche, X Japan, Guns N Roses, Ratt, Megadeth, Faith No More, Motley Crue, Motörhead, Alice In Chains, Y&T, Metallica, Tool
They are the ‘Hard & Metal Throwback’ artists selected among the 309 Posts we publish this week.
1. Which album features Queensrÿche’s track “The Whisper”?
- A Operation: Mindcrime
- B Empire
- C Rage for Order
2. Originally titled “Sadistic Emotion,” which band’s catalog does “Sadistic Desire” belong to?
- A Led Zeppelin
- B X Japan
- C The Beatles
3. Which iconic track covered by Guns N’ Roses features on their “Use Your Illusion I” album?
- A Knockin’ on Heaven’s Door
- B Live and Let Die
- C November Rain
4. “Chain Reaction” is a song by which band, highlighting their late 1980s style?
- A Ratt
- B Skid Row
- C Def Leppard
5. Which Megadeth song describes a deceitful “She-Wolf”?
- A Holy Wars
- B Peace Sells
- C She-Wolf
6. During the 1990 MTV Music Awards, which Faith No More song was performed live?
- A Epic
- B Falling to Pieces
- C Midlife Crisis
7. Mötley Crüe’s “Motherfucker of the Year” was part of which 2008 album?
- A Saints of Los Angeles
- B Dr. Feelgood
- C Girls, Girls, Girls
8. Who collaborated with Motörhead’s Lemmy Kilmister in writing “Hellraiser”?
- A Tony Iommi
- B Ozzy Osbourne
- C Slash
9. Which Alice In Chains tour featured a performance at Roseland Ballroom on New Year’s Eve?
- A Facelift Tour
- B Jar of Flies Tour
- C Dirt Tour
10. “Midnight in Tokyo” by Y & T was released on which album?
- A Yesterday & Today
- B In Rock We Trust
- C Black Tiger
11. During Metallica’s New Year’s Eve concert in 1999, which song from “…And Justice for All” was played?
- A One
- B Blackened
- C The Shortest Straw
12. Tool’s “Bottom” from the album “Undertow” features a collaboration with which musician?
- A Chris Cornell
- B Henry Rollins
- C Trent Reznor
Tracklist
1 . Queensrÿche . The Whisper |
2 . X Japan . Sadistic Desire |
3 . Guns N Roses . Live And Let Die |
4 . Ratt . Chain Reaction |
5 . Megadeth . She~Wolf |
6 . Faith No More . Epic |
7 . Motley Crue . Motherfucker Of The Year |
8 . Motörhead . Hellraiser |
9 . Alice In Chains . Would? |
10 . Y&T . Midnight In Tokyo |
11 . Metallica . Blackened |
12 . Tool . Bottom |
And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. “The Whisper” is from Queensrÿche’s “Rage for Order” album. This 1986 release is celebrated for its progressive metal elements and complex arrangements, marking a significant evolution in the band’s sound.
2. “Sadistic Desire” is a track by X Japan. Originally named “Sadistic Emotion,” it showcases their transition from speed metal to melodic punk, composed by hide and written by Yoshiki.
3. Guns N’ Roses cover “Live and Let Die” on their “Use Your Illusion I” album. The band’s rendition, known for Axl Rose’s vocals and orchestration, became a live performance staple.
4. Ratt’s “Chain Reaction” is typical of their late 1980s style, full of vivid imagery and catchy choruses, released on the “Reach for the Sky” album in 1988.
5. “She-Wolf” by Megadeth explores deceit through its dark themes. Dave Mustaine wrote it inspired by a friend’s dishonest partner, highlighting powerful guitar work.
6. Faith No More performed “Epic” live at the 1990 MTV Music Awards. The song blends aggressive riffs with dynamic hooks, emblematic of their alternative rock style.
7. “Motherfucker of the Year” is from Mötley Crüe’s 2008 album “Saints of Los Angeles.” The track emphasizes themes of defiance and identity with its forceful lyrics.
8. Ozzy Osbourne collaborated with Lemmy Kilmister on “Hellraiser.” Motörhead’s version, with tweaks, appeared on their 1992 album, “March ör Die.”
9. Alice In Chains’ “Dirt Tour” included a New Year’s Eve show at Roseland Ballroom. This performance was part of MTV’s televised celebration in NYC.
10. Y & T’s “Midnight in Tokyo” is from their album “Yesterday & Today.” Released in 1976, it features a blend of hard rock and early heavy metal elements.
11. Metallica played “Blackened” from “…And Justice for All” during their 1999 New Year’s Eve concert. The song’s fast tempo and structure highlight its environmental themes.
12. Tool’s “Bottom” features Henry Rollins’ spoken word. The track delves into themes of self-destruction and resilience, with Rollins adding emotional intensity.
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