How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Billy Joel, Art Garfunkel, Jacques Brel, Chris Cornell, Caetano Veloso, Bruce Springsteen, Frank Sinatra, Jackson Browne, Alex Turner, Michael Bublé, Daryl Hall & John Oates, Paul Simon
They are the Male Balladeers selected among the 390 Posts we publish this week.
1. Which song by Billy Joel reached a Number 1 spot in France?
- A Just the Way You Are
- B My Life
- C Honesty
2. Who originally co-wrote the song covered by Art Garfunkel on his album *Breakaway*?
- A Paul Simon
- B Stevie Wonder
- C James Taylor
3. Where was Jacques Brel’s notable live version of “Ne me quitte pas” recorded in 1961?
- A The Olympia, Paris
- B Kurhaus, The Hague
- C Concertgebouw, Amsterdam
4. Which member of Temple of the Dog added a spontaneous harmony to “Hunger Strike” during its recording?
- A Mike McCready
- B Eddie Vedder
- C Jeff Ament
5. Which iconic location does Caetano Veloso reference in “Sampa”?
- A Copacabana Beach
- B Avenida Ipiranga
- C Estádio do Maracanã
6. In which city did Bruce Springsteen perform a rare solo piano version of “Walk Like A Man” in 2005?
- A New York
- B Boston
- C Cincinnati
7. Which 1945 short film’s theme song did Frank Sinatra perform that discussed racism and unity?
- A Let Freedom Sing
- B The House I Live In
- C America the Beautiful
8. Who played the piano on Jackson Browne’s song “The Pretender”?
- A David Campbell
- B Craig Doerge
- C Leland Sklar
9. Which TV show featured a live rendition of “Four Out of Five” by Arctic Monkeys?
- A Saturday Night Live
- B Austin City Limits
- C Top of the Pops
10. In which German city did Michael Bublé perform “Crazy Love” in 2009?
- A Berlin
- B Munich
- C Baden-Baden
11. What metaphor does Daryl Hall use in the lyrics of “One on One”?
- A Sports
- B War
- C Cooking
12. Which song was not confirmed in Paul Simon’s setlist for the 2011 iTunes Festival in London?
- A Kodachrome
- B Bridge Over Troubled Water
- C The Sound of Silence
Tracklist
1 . Billy Joel . HonestyBilly Joel releases his sixth album . ’52nd Street’ featuring ‘My Life’ and ‘Honesty’ (1978) |
2 . Art Garfunkel . I Believe (When I Fall In Love It Will Be Forever)Columbia publish Art Garfunkel’s second solo album . ‘Breakaway’ (1975) |
3 . Jacques Brel . Ne me quitte pas |
4 . Chris Cornell . Hunger Strike |
5 . Caetano Veloso . Sampa |
6 . Bruce Springsteen . Walk Like A ManBruce Springsteen releases ‘Tunnel of Love,’ his eighth album featuring ‘Brilliant Disguise’ and ‘One Step Up’ (1987) |
7 . Frank Sinatra . The House I Live In |
8 . Jackson Browne . The Pretender |
9 . Alex Turner . Four Out of Five (w/ Arctic Monkeys)Arctic Monkeys headline ‘Austin City Limits Festival’ (2018) |
10 . Michael Bublé . Haven‘t Met You YetMichael Bublé releases his sixth album . ‘Crazy Love’ (2009) |
11 . Daryl Hall & John Oates . One On One |
12 . Paul Simon . Kodachrome |
And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. “Honesty” topped charts in France, peaking at number 24 in the US. Its memorable piano arrangement and honest lyrics found resonance globally.
2. Stevie Wonder and Yvonne Wright co-wrote the song that Art Garfunkel covered on his album *Breakaway*. Garfunkel’s rendition showcases his distinct interpretive style.
3. Jacques Brel recorded “Ne me quitte pas” live at the Kurhaus in The Hague. This recording is revered for its emotional intensity and musical collaboration.
4. Eddie Vedder added his notable harmony to “Hunger Strike”. His collaboration with Chris Cornell gave the song its emblematic duet style.
5. “Sampa” by Caetano Veloso mentions Avenida Ipiranga. This intersection symbolizes São Paulo’s urban and cultural landscape.
6. Bruce Springsteen performed “Walk Like A Man” solo in Cincinnati. This rare version highlights the song’s introspective qualities.
7. “The House I Live In” was performed by Frank Sinatra and tied to its 1945 short film theme, tackling racism post-World War II.
8. Craig Doerge played piano on “The Pretender”. His work, along with other talented musicians, contributed to the song’s enduring impact.
9. Arctic Monkeys appeared on “Austin City Limits”. Their live version of “Four Out of Five” delivered glam rock vibes and thematic depth.
10. Michael Bublé sang “Crazy Love” in Baden-Baden during a 2009 concert. His rendition stayed true to the romantic essence of Van Morrison’s original.
11. Daryl Hall employs sports metaphors in “One on One”. The song captures an intimate and strategic approach to romance.
12. “Kodachrome” wasn’t confirmed at Paul Simon’s 2011 iTunes Festival show. However, it remains a staple in many of his other concerts.
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