How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : The Moffatts, Stereo MCs, Shakespears Sister, Iggy Pop, The Offspring, Heather Nova, Eels, Neneh Cherry, Sepultura, Suede, Silver Dust, Feeder
They are the performers of twelve vintage amusing, puzzling and sometimes shocking videos of songs that were ranked in various charts, this week (08/52) BUT… in the Nineties 90s.
1. What inspired the theme of “Novocaine for the Soul” by Eels?
- A E’s struggles with intimacy
- B A difficult childhood
- C A tumultuous band breakup
2. Which famous director helmed the music video for “Feel It” by Neneh Cherry?
- A Spike Jonze
- B Michel Gondry
- C David Fincher
3. “Roots Bloody Roots” by Sepultura is well-known for incorporating which musical element?
- A Classical guitar
- B Tribal drumming
- C Jazz saxophone
4. Why was the original music video for “Stay Together” by Suede controversial?
- A Explicit political content
- B Scenes of drug use
- C Religious imagery
5. What feature is missing due to insufficient data about Silver Dust’s “Forever”?
- A Known collaborators
- B Chart positions
- C Live performances
6. “Suffocate” by Feeder was a single from which album?
- A Echo Park
- B Polythene
- C Comfort in Sound
7. What is special about Zhané’s version of “Shame”?
- A Features a violin solo
- B Used in a film soundtrack
- C First digital-only release
8. “(I Wanna Know) Why” by Sinclair is part of which album?
- A I Want You Back
- B Retreat
- C Moving On
9. For which award was Young MC’s “Principal’s Office” music video nominated?
- A Best Director
- B Best Rap Video
- C Best Editing
10. Who co-wrote Silk’s hit “Freak Me”?
- A Babyface
- B Sean Combs
- C Keith Sweat
11. What is unique about the Keith Sweat collaboration “Get Up on It”?
- A Features hip-hop beats
- B Features female vocals from Kut Klose
- C Features a rock guitar solo
12. Which classic group did Gang Starr sample in “Take a Rest”?
- A Earth, Wind & Fire
- B Kool & the Gang
- C The Isley Brothers
For TWENTY FOUR more ‘Vous Avez Dit Bizarre’ – Vintage 90s Music Videos – week 08/52 – click here and here
Tracklist
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1 . The Moffatts – CrazyFeatured on the 1998 album “Chapter I: A New Beginning”.
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2 . Stereo MCs – Ground LevelFeatured on the 1992 album “Connected “.
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3 . Shakespears Sister – My 16th ApologyFeatured on the 1992 album “Hormonally Yours”.
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4 . Iggy Pop – Livin’ On The Edge Of The NightFeatured on the 1990 album “Brick by Brick”.
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5 . The Offspring – Self EsteemFeatured on the 1994 album “Smash“.
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6 . Heather Nova – Walk This WorldFeatured on the 1994 album “Oyster”.
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7 . Eels – Novocaine For The SoulFeatured on the 1996 album “Beautiful Freak“.
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8 . Neneh Cherry – Feel ItFeatured on the 1996 album “Man”.
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9 . Sepultura – Roots Bloody RootsFeatured on the 1996 album “Roots“.
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10 . Suede – Stay Together
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11 . Silver Dust – Forever
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12 . Feeder – Suffocate
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And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. The song addresses E’s feelings of detachment and numbness. It reflects his personal challenges with connection and emotional experiences.
2. Michel Gondry directed the visually innovative music video. His unique style contributed to the artistry of “Feel It.”
3. “Roots Bloody Roots” is recognized for its tribal drum patterns. This nod to indigenous Brazilian music contributes to the track’s distinct sound.
4. “Stay Together” faced edits due to drug-related scenes. The changes were required for compatibility with TV standards.
5. The track “Forever” lacks verifiable details like chart positions. Reliable sources are necessary to provide a complete profile.
6. “Suffocate” appears on the album “Polythene.” This release showcased Feeder’s early style and sound evolution.
7. Zhané’s “Shame” features on a film soundtrack. It was used in the movie “A Low Down Dirty Shame.”
8. Sinclair’s “I Wanna Know” is from the album “I Want You Back.” It contributed to his presence in the 1990s R&B scene.
9. The “Principal’s Office” video was nominated for Best Rap Video. This recognition highlighted its cultural relevance and creativity.
10. Keith Sweat co-wrote and produced “Freak Me.” His involvement helped shape the song’s commercial success.
11. “Get Up on It” includes Kut Klose’s female vocals. The collaboration added depth to the track’s new jack swing appeal.
12. DJ Premier incorporated a sample from Kool & the Gang. This contribution is a hallmark of Gang Starr’s innovative production style.