How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Jamie Cullum & Joss Stone, Amy Winehouse & The Specials, Mary J. Blige & Eve, Jessie J, Ariana Grande & Nicki Minaj, Jennifer Lopez & Taylor Swift, Kenny Rogers & Sheena Easton, Etta James & Dr.John, Randy Crawford & Joe Sample, Mavis Staples & Jeff Tweedy, Usher, Valerie Simpson & Mike Stoller, George Benson & Marcus Miller, Santana, Herbie Hancock, Wayne Shorter & Marcus Miller
They are the 12 one-off collaborations selected among the 430 Posts we publish this week.
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And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. Jamie Cullum and Joss Stone performed "Come Together" by The Beatles at the Jazzopen Stuttgart in 2018. This instance marked a special collaborative effort during the anniversary festival.
2. At the 2009 V Festival, Amy Winehouse made a surprise appearance with The Specials for "You’re Wondering Now". Her addition to the stage was memorable and aligned well with festival dynamics.
3. Mary J. Blige performed "Not Today" with Eve at the 2003 Vibe Awards. The performance highlighted their collaborative work and added a notable moment to the awards show.
4. The 2014 VMAs saw Jessie J, Ariana Grande, and Nicki Minaj perform "Bang Bang". Katy Perry was not part of this high-energy display, missing out on the female pop power trio.
5. Jennifer Lopez joined Taylor Swift onstage during the Red Tour for "Jenny from the Block". This 2013 duet added a unique twist to Swift's Los Angeles concert.
6. Kenny Rogers and Sheena Easton recorded "We've Got Tonight" as a duet in 1983. The song is originally by Bob Seger and became a favorable hit for the duo.
7. Etta James performed “I’d Rather Go Blind” with Dr. John during the A Blues Session concert in 1987. Their duet combined her soulful touch with his distinct piano sound.
8. Released in 2007, Randy Crawford and Joe Sample included "Feeling Good" on their album. This rendition added to their musical synergy dating back to earlier collaborations.
9. Mavis Staples and Jeff Tweedy performed "Wrote a Song for Everyone" as an acoustic piece in 2010. The song featured on her album crafted with Tweedy in producer mode.
10. The tribute at the 2011 GRAMMY Nominations Concert had Usher with Valerie Simpson and Mike Stoller. Carole King was not part of this songwriter homage.
11. For the Victoires du Jazz 2010, George Benson and Marcus Miller covered "Don’t Let Me Be Lonely Tonight". Their partnership brought an engaging live execution of the James Taylor classic.
12. The Mega Nova group at the Hollywood Bowl in 2016 comprised Carlos Santana, Herbie Hancock, Wayne Shorter, and Marcus Miller. This ensemble delivered an eclectic performance under the summer skies.
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