How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : George Benson, Isaac Hayes, Caetano Veloso, Paul Simon, Ibrahim Ferrer, Al Jarreau, Jamie Cullum, Anthony Hamilton, Arlo Guthrie, Lyle Lovett, David Bromberg, Joe Jackson
They are the Male Balladeers selected among the 351 Posts we publish this week.
1. Which event features George Benson’s ‘Love X Love’ as part of its official historical programming?
- A Glastonbury Festival 1990
- B Montreux Jazz Festival 1986
- C Woodstock 1969
2. Isaac Hayes covered ‘Fragile’ originally by which artist on his album ‘Branded’ ?
- A Paul Simon
- B Sting
- C Bob Dylan
3. What notable theme is addressed in Caetano Veloso’s ‘Reconvexo’ ?
- A Environmentalism
- B Cultural identity
- C Romantic love
4. In what year was Paul Simon’s ‘One-Trick Pony’ album released?
- A 1980
- B 1990
- C 1970
5. Which performer brought renewed attention to the bolero ‘Dos Gardenias’ through the Buena Vista Social Club?
- A Celia Cruz
- B Ibrahim Ferrer
- C Gloria Estefan
6. Which album first featured Al Jarreau’s ‘Across The Midnight Sky’ ?
- A ‘Accentuate the Positive’
- B ‘L Is for Lover’
- C ‘Tenderness’
7. The lyrics of Jamie Cullum’s ‘All At Sea’ focus on what main theme?
- A Political activism
- B Self-discovery
- C Economic crisis
8. What genre blend characterizes Lyle Lovett’s ‘If I Were the Man You Wanted’ ?
- A Rock and blues
- B Country and jazz
- C Hip-hop and soul
9. Which songwriter is behind ‘Mr. Bojangles,’ famously covered by David Bromberg?
- A Jerry Jeff Walker
- B Johnny Cash
- C Bob Dylan
10. Joe Jackson’s ‘Breaking Us in Two’ is part of which album?
- A ‘Big World’
- B ‘Night and Day’
- C ‘Body and Soul’
11. What social issues are explored in Anthony Hamilton’s “The Point Of It All”?
- A Environmental sustainability
- B Economic inequality
- C Love and relationships
12. Arlo Guthrie’s collaborations often featured which folk legend?
- A Joan Baez
- B Pete Seeger
- C Bob Dylan
Tracklist
1 . George Benson . Love X LoveGeorge Benson releases ‘Give Me The Night,’ an album produced by Quincy Jones (1980) |
2 . Isaac Hayes . Fragile |
3 . Caetano Veloso . Reconvexo |
4 . Paul Simon . One Trick PonyPaul Simon releases ‘One-Trick Pony,’ his fifth solo album, produced with Phil Ramone (1980) |
5 . Ibrahim Ferrer . Dos Gardenias |
6 . Al Jarreau . Across The Midnight Sky |
7 . Jamie Cullum . All At Sea |
8 . Anthony Hamilton . The Point Of It All |
9 . Arlo Guthrie . Wake Up Dead |
10 . Lyle Lovett . If . Were the Man You Wanted |
11 . David Bromberg . Mr. Bojangles |
12 . Joe Jackson . Breaking Us in Two |
And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. The Montreux Jazz Festival of 1986, preserved in the Montreux Jazz Archive, included George Benson’s ‘Love X Love.’ Benson’s performance captured his commercial peak and is part of a celebrated audiovisual release.
2. Isaac Hayes covered ‘Fragile’ by Sting in 1995, giving the song his signature style. Sting’s original, known for exploring themes of violence and vulnerability, inspired Hayes’ rendition.
3. ‘Reconvexo’ by Caetano Veloso explores themes of cultural identity and heritage. Its lyrical depth speaks to Veloso’s significant contributions to Brazilian music.
4. Paul Simon’s album ‘One-Trick Pony’ was released in 1980. The album includes both studio and live versions of its title track, and its film counterpart features Simon as a lead actor.
5. Ibrahim Ferrer, known for his work with the Buena Vista Social Club, revitalized the bolero ‘Dos Gardenias,’ which became a key part of the group’s repertoire.
6. ‘Across The Midnight Sky’ by Al Jarreau appeared on his 1986 album ‘L Is for Lover.’ The track showcases Jarreau’s vocal prowess and pop-jazz sensibilities.
7. Jamie Cullum’s ‘All At Sea’ reflects themes of solitude and self-reflection. The song articulates a longing for personal peace and introspection.
8. Lyle Lovett’s ‘If I Were the Man You Wanted’ blends country with jazz and big band influences. The song highlights Lovett’s distinctive lyrical and musical style.
9. Jerry Jeff Walker wrote ‘Mr. Bojangles,’ a widely covered classic. David Bromberg’s rendition includes a notable guitar arrangement and contributes to the song’s enduring legacy.
10. Joe Jackson’s ‘Breaking Us in Two’ is part of his album ‘Night and Day.’ The album, known for its Latin-inspired sound, was released in 1982.
11. ‘The Point Of It All’ by Anthony Hamilton delves into themes of love and relationships. It’s the title track of his fourth studio album, released in 2008.
12. Arlo Guthrie frequently collaborated with Pete Seeger, a key figure in American folk music. Their union celebrated folk traditions and Guthrie’s rich musical heritage.
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