How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Chic, Stevie Wonder, Lalah Hathaway, Marcus Miller, Joe Sample, Imany, Joss Stone, Aretha Franklin, Nneka, Earth, Wind, Fire, Michael Jackson, Nina Simone, Roberta Flack, George Duke
They are the Soul Artists selected among the 385 Posts we publish this week.
Tracklist
1 . Chic - My Forbidden LoverChic release their third studio album 'Risqué' featuring 'Good Times' (1979) |
2 . Stevie Wonder - Living For The City |
3 . Lalah Hathaway , Marcus Miller & Joe Sample - Burning Up The CarnivalMarcus Miller & Lalah Hathaway meet in Tokyo (1991) |
4 . Imany - You Will Never Know |
5 . Joss Stone - TeardropsOn radio today , Joss Stone with Don Imus (2012) |
6 . Aretha Franklin - [You Make Me Feel Like] A Natural Woman |
7 . Nneka - Focus |
8 . Earth, Wind & Fire - Reasons |
9 . Michael Jackson - Ben |
10 . Nina Simone - Black Is The Color Of My True Love's Hair |
11 . Roberta Flack - JesseRoberta Flack releases her fifth album : 'Killing Me Softly' (1973) |
12 . George Duke - Reach Out |
And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. Bernard Edwards and Nile Rodgers were the creative forces behind Chic's 'My Forbidden Lover.' This track is a staple of the disco era, lauded for its rhythmic groove and standout falsetto vocals.
2. 'Living For The City' by Stevie Wonder delves into social and urban challenges. The song's narrative portrays a family's struggle and the protagonist's harsh reality upon reaching New York City.
3. Marcus Miller's performances often include 'Carnival (Burnin' up the Carnival + / Joe Sample),' but there is no specific festival date for it. His work manifests a fusion of jazz and funk in collaboration with influential musicians.
4. Imany's 'You Will Never Know' epitomizes the pop-soul genre. With heartfelt lyrics, it marked her entry into the music scene after her modeling career.
5. Joss Stone performed 'Teardrops' during a live broadcast of 'Imus in the Morning.' Her soulful rendition aligns with Stone's reputation for emotional interpretations.
6. At the Antibes Jazz Festival in 1970, Aretha Franklin performed '(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman.' This event highlighted her powerful vocal and interpretive skills.
7. Nneka’s “The Last Song” addresses themes of resilience and social awareness. Her music often combines soul, hip hop, and reggae to tackle complex issues.
8. The Spirit Tour in 1976 featured Earth, Wind & Fire’s 'Reasons.' Known for its soulful sound and emotional depth, the song showcases Philip Bailey's captivating falsetto.
9. Michael Jackson's 'Ben' was the theme for the 1972 film 'Ben, la rata asesina.' The song poignantly contrasts the film's horror narrative by depicting a tender friendship.
10. Nina Simone graced the Pompeii Jazz Festival stage in 1983 with 'Black Is The Color Of My True Love's Hair.' Her rendition of the folk ballad stands out for its emotional depth and minimalism.
11. The Edmonton Symphony Orchestra backed Roberta Flack during her 1975 live performance of 'Jesse.' This event was among notable concerts pairing Flack's soulful hits with orchestral arrangements.
12. George Duke's track 'Reach Out' is part of his 1983 album 'Guardian of the Light.' Known for his jazz-funk style, the song features intricate keyboard work and dynamic instrumentation.
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