How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Garbage, Suggs, All Saints, Geri Halliwell, Elton John, Utah Saints, Foo Fighters, Love/Hate, Pavement, Marc Almond, Enigma, Eurythmics
They are the performers of twelve vintage amusing, puzzling and sometimes shocking videos of songs that were ranked in various charts, this week (21/52) BUT… in the Nineties 90s.
For TWENTY FOUR more 'Vous Avez Dit Bizarre' - Vintage 90s Music Videos - week 21/52 - click here and here
Tracklist
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1 . Garbage - Push ItFeatured on the 1998 album "Version 2.".
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2 . Suggs - CeciliaFeatured on the 1996 album "The Lone Ranger".
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3 . All Saints - Under The BridgeFeatured on the 1998 album "All Saints".
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4 . Geri Halliwell - Look At MeFeatured on the 1999 album "Schizophonic".
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5 . Elton John - Made In EnglandFeatured on the 1995 album "Made in England".
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6 . Utah Saints - Believe In MeFeatured on the 1992 album "Utah Saints".
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7 . Foo Fighters - Monkey WrenchFeatured on the 1997 album "The Colour and the Shape".
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8 . Love/Hate - Blackout In The Red RoomFeatured on the 1990 album "Blackout in the Red Room".
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9 . Pavement - Carrot RopeFeatured on the 1999 album "Terror Twilight".
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10 . Marc Almond - Adored And ExploredFeatured on the 1995 album "Fantastic Star".
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11 . Enigma - The Eyes Of TruthFeatured on the 1993 album "The Cross of Changes". |
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12 . Eurythmics - AngelFeatured on the 1989 album "We Too Are One".
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And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. Garbage's 1998 single quotes "Don't Worry Baby," reflecting the band's eclectic influences. Incorporating such elements likely contributed to its recognition at the MTV Video Music Awards.
2. Suggs worked with acclaimed producers Sly and Robbie on his iteration of "Cecilia." Their collaboration added unique ragga elements to the Simon & Garfunkel original.
3. All Saints’ version of "Under the Bridge" removed sensitive lyrics. The group sought to honor the original while creating a rendition fitting their own style.
4. Geri Halliwell's debut solo song embraces a jazz-pop style. Its energetic brass section complements the lively tempo, setting the tone for her album *Schizophonic*.
5. "Made in England" reflects Elton John's personal connections to his homeland. Mentions of musical icons like Little Richard enhance its autobiographical nature.
6. "Believe in Me" by Utah Saints samples The Human League vocals. Its chart success signals the enduring appeal of expertly curated dance tracks.
7. Grohl filmed the Foo Fighters video featuring a debut for drummer Taylor Hawkins. Though Grohl recorded the drums, Hawkins became a future staple.
8. Love/Hate’s track gained notoriety on Headbangers Ball. Airplay there likely helped expand their audience in the glam metal scene.
9. Pavement’s single got airtime on John Peel’s program. This exposure was significant in adapting the indie rock landscape of the late '90s.
10. Marc Almond originated from Soft Cell, a duo noted for synth-pop hits. His later solo work continued to push musical boundaries.
11. Mongolian singer Namjilyn Norovbanzad's vocals feature on Enigma's single. Her unique sound helped popularize such new-age tracks in various media.
12. Annie Lennox wrote "Angel" drawing on the death of her aunt. Personal reflections drive the track, connecting with listeners on deeper levels.