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The subjects du jour are : Teddy Pendergrass, The Temptations, The Chambers Brothers, The Roots, John Legend, Gallant, Philip Bailey, Larry Dunn , Luther Vandross, Alicia Keys, Parliament, Erykah Badu, Soul II Soul, Queen Latifah

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1. Who composed the track “In My Time” from Teddy Pendergrass’s 1984 album *Love Language*?

  • A Thom Bell
  • B Michael Masser and Cynthia Weil
  • C Leon Huff and Kenny Gamble

2. Before Stevie Wonder’s version, which Motown group recorded “For Once in My Life”?

  • A Jackson 5
  • B The Four Tops
  • C The Temptations

3. What unique event did Chris Chambers participate in with The Chambers Brothers?

  • A Drumming at a major 1989 earthquake benefit concert
  • B Releasing a solo album
  • C Joining a political rally

4. Which artist featured on The Roots’ “Break You Off”?

  • A Lauryn Hill
  • B Musiq Soulchild
  • C Maxwell

5. In Gallant’s *In the Room* series, who collaborated with him on “Overload”?

  • A John Legend
  • B Miguel
  • C Sam Smith

6. What song was celebrated at the Colorado Music Hall of Fame Induction in 2017?

  • A “September”
  • B “Boogie Wonderland”
  • C “That’s the Way of the World”

7. Which TV show featured Luther Vandross performing live in 1982?

  • A Top of the Pops
  • B Soul Train
  • C Saturday Night Live

8. Which album includes Alicia Keys’ “Heartburn”?

  • A *Songs in A Minor*
  • B *The Diary of Alicia Keys*
  • C *As I Am*

9. During what tour did Parliament-Funkadelic perform at The Summit in 1978?

  • A Flashlight Tour
  • B Atomic Dog Tour
  • C One Nation Under a Groove Tour

10. In which city did Erykah Badu perform in 2000 for footage used in her live documentary?

  • A New York
  • B Los Angeles
  • C Chicago

11. Which Soul II Soul track features vocals from Caron Wheeler?

  • A “Keep On Movin'”
  • B “Get A Life”
  • C “Back to Life (However Do You Want Me)”

12. Which album features Queen Latifah’s track “Dance For Me”?

  • A *Nature of a Sista’*
  • B *All Hail the Queen*
  • C *Black Reign*

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Tracklist

1 . Teddy Pendergrass – In My Time

Lifted from : Teddy Pendergrass releases his eighth album ‘Love Language’ featuring ‘Hold Me’ with Whitney Houston (1984)

2 . The Temptations – For Once In My Life

Lifted from : Motown publish The Temptations’s album : ‘In a Mellow Mood’ (1967)

3 . The Chambers Brothers – People Get Ready

Lifted from : The Chambers Brothers play near San Francisco (1989)

4 . The Roots – Break You Off (w/ Musiq)

Lifted from : The Roots release their fifth album ‘Phrenology’ recorded with Cody Chesnutt, Musiq Soulchild, Talib Kweli and Jill Scott (2002)

5 . John Legend & Gallant – Overload

Lifted from : John Legend releases his fifth album : ‘Darkness and Light’ featuring ‘Love Me Now’ (2016)

6 . Philip Bailey & Larry Dunn – That’s the Way of the World

Lifted from : Philip and Larry cover Earth, Wind & Fire (2017)

7 . Luther Vandross – Bad Boy / Having a Party

Lifted from : On TV today, Luther Vandross at ‘Soul Train’ (1982)

8 . Alicia Keys – Heartburn

Lifted from : Alicia Keys releases her second album : ‘The Diary of Alicia Keys’ featuring ‘You Don’t Know My Name,’ ‘If I Ain’t Got You’ and ‘Diary’ (2003)

9 . Parliament – Funkentelechy

Lifted from : Casablanca publish Parliament’s album : ‘Funkentelechy Vs. the Placebo Syndrome’ (1977)

10 . Erykah Badu – On & On/Cleva

Lifted from : Erykah Badu gives a surprise concert (2000)

11 . Soul II Soul – Back To Life

Lifted from : On TV today, Soul II Soul are ‘Back To Life’ (2012)

12 . Queen Latifah – Dance For Me

Lifted from : Tommy Boy publish Queen Latifah’s debut album : ‘All Hail The Queen’ featuring ‘Ladies First’ (1989)

And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:

1. Michael Masser and Cynthia Weil composed “In My Time.” The song was part of Teddy Pendergrass’s first gold album after a three-year hiatus.

2. The Temptations recorded “For Once in My Life” before Stevie Wonder’s version defined the song’s legacy.

3. Chris Chambers drummed at the 1989 earthquake benefit concert, filling in for The Chambers Brothers’ regular drummer.

4. Musiq Soulchild featured on The Roots’ “Break You Off,” blending neo-soul with hip hop.

5. John Legend collaborated with Gallant on “Overload” during the *In the Room* series, covering Legend’s original track.

6. “That’s the Way of the World” by Earth, Wind & Fire was celebrated at the 2017 Colorado Music Hall of Fame Induction.

7. Luther Vandross performed on Soul Train in 1982, showcasing his smooth vocal style.

8. Alicia Keys’ “Heartburn” is part of her 2003 album *The Diary of Alicia Keys*.

9. Parliament-Funkadelic was on the Flashlight Tour in 1978, performing in Houston.

10. Erykah Badu’s 2000 performance was in Los Angeles, footage of which was used in her live documentary.

11. “Back to Life (However Do You Want Me)” features Caron Wheeler and was Soul II Soul’s biggest hit.

12. “Dance For Me” is from Queen Latifah’s debut album *All Hail the Queen*, released in 1989.

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