How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Turin Brakes, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Richard Ashcroft, Sleater-Kinney, Weezer, The View, Hilary Duff, Matchbox Twenty, Embrace, Moby, Kid Rock, Minus
They are the performers of twelve vintage amusing, puzzling and sometimes shocking videos of songs that were ranked in various charts, this week (19/52) BUT… in the Noughties 2000s.
For TWELVE more ‘Vous Avez Dit Bizarre’ – Vintage 2000s Music Videos – week 19/52 – click here
Tracklist
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1 . Turin Brakes – Underdog [Save Me]Featured on the 2001 album “The Optimist”.
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2 . Red Hot Chili Peppers – Hump de BumpFeatured on the 2007 album “Stadium Arcadium“.
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3 . Richard Ashcroft – Music Is PowerFeatured on the 2006 album “Keys to the World”.
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4 . Sleater-Kinney – You’re No Rock N Roll FunFeatured on the 2000 album “All Hands on the Bad One”.
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5 . Weezer – Beverly HillsFeatured on the 2005 album “Make Believe”.
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6 . The View – The DonFeatured on the 2007 album “Hats Off to the Buskers”.
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7 . Hilary Duff – Come CleanFeatured on the 2004 album “Metamorphosis”.
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8 . Matchbox Twenty – UnwellFeatured on the 2002 album “More Than You Think You Are”.
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9 . Embrace – You’re Not AloneFeatured on the 2000 album “Drawn from Memory”.
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10 . Moby – We Are All Made Of StarsFeatured on the 2002 album “18”.
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11 . Kid Rock – BawitdabaFeatured on the 1998 album “Devil Without A Cause“. |
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12 . Minus – Romantic ExorcismFeatured on the 2003 album “Drawn from Memory”.
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And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. “Underdog (Save Me)” was originally titled “Sally.” The original chords and groove remained, but the lyrics were changed.
2. The music video was directed by Chris Rock. It features the band’s city block party on the set of “Everybody Hates Chris.”
3. The track samples “It’s All Over” by Curtis Mayfield, performed by Walter Jackson, adding a soulful layer to Ashcroft’s song.
4. “You’re No Rock n’ Roll Fun” had “Maraca” as a B-side in its UK release, highlighting Sleater-Kinney’s varied formats.
5. Weezer’s music video was filmed at the Playboy Mansion, with Hugh Hefner making an appearance among other playful antics.
6. “The Don” was released as a double A-side single with “Skag Trendy,” adding to The View’s distinct discography flair.
7. Hilary Duff’s song is in the key of B major, setting a vibrant pop tone with electronica and techno influences.
8. “Unwell” was nominated for the Best Pop Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal at the 2004 Grammys, nodding to its success.
9. The music video for “You’re Not Alone” was shot in Australia, featuring the band engaging in outdoor activities.
10. Moby’s track was inspired by quantum physics and the song “Flowers” by Galaxie 500. It reflects his reflective songwriting post-9/11.
11. Kid Rock’s single draws from “Blue Moon,” adding a nostalgic twist to its chorus alongside Busy Bee and Sugarhill influences.
12. “Romantic Exorcism” was recorded live at the Reading Festival in 2004, capturing Mínus’s energetic performance in the UK.