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 Wombats, Fischerspooner, Interpol, Travis, Foo Fighters, Kittie, Velvet Revolver, Linkin Park, Goo Goo Dolls, Wolfmother, Glasvegas, Slipknot
They are the performers of twelve vintage amusing, puzzling and sometimes shocking videos of songs that were ranked in various charts, this week (29/52) BUT… in the Noughties 2000s.
1. Which unique item was included in The Wombats’ re-release of “Kill the Director”?
- A A live acoustic version
- B A limited edition poster
- C Cover versions of songs
2. What genre breakthrough is Fischerspooner’s “Emerge” known for?
- A Disco
- B Electroclash
- C Synth-pop
3. What does the title of Interpol’s “The Heinrich Maneuver” reference?
- A White Noise novel
- B A famous painting
- C An old TV show
4. Which book inspired the title of Travis’ “Selfish Jean”?
- A Brave New World
- B The Selfish Gene
- C The Great Gatsby
5. Which notable performance involved Foo Fighters’ “Everlong”?
- A Taylor Hawkins’ last live show
- B A Grammy Awards live performance
- C A Super Bowl halftime show
6. What inspired Kittie’s song “Charlotte”?
- A A personal experience
- B A horror film
- C A true crime book
7. What distinguishes Velvet Revolver’s “Slither” in terms of awards?
- A It won a Grammy
- B It was nominated for an Oscar
- C It achieved a platinum record
8. How does “Leave Out All The Rest” by Linkin Park connect musically on the album?
- A With a drum solo
- B With a fade into “Bleed It Out”
- C By segueing into an acoustic track
9. What makes Goo Goo Dolls’ “Here Is Gone” stylistically notable?
- A Jazz influence
- B Blues vibes
- C Pop rock style
10. For which video game soundtracks has Wolfmother’s “Woman” been included?
- A Guitar Hero II
- B FIFA 07
- C NBA 2K6
11. What real person inspired Glasvegas’ song “Geraldine”?
- A A singer
- B A social worker
- C A teacher
12. What is unique about the alternative version of Slipknot’s “My Plague”?
- A It’s fully instrumental
- B It features cello solos
- C It’s a remixed version
For TWENTY FOUR more ‘Vous Avez Dit Bizarre’ – Vintage 2000s Music Videos – week 29/52 – click here and here
Tracklist
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1 . The Wombats – Kill The DirectorFeatured on the 2007 album “A Guide to Love, Loss & Desperation”.
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2 . Fischerspooner – EmergeFeatured on the 2001 album “#1”.
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3 . Interpol – The Heinrich ManeuverFeatured on the 2007 album “Our Love to Admire”.
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4 . Travis – Selfish JeanFeatured on the 2007 album “The Boy with No Name”.
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5 . Foo Fighters – EverlongFeatured on the 1997 album “The Colour and the Shape”.
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6 . Kittie – CharlotteFeatured on the 2000 album “Spit”.
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7 . Velvet Revolver – SlitherFeatured on the 2004 album “Contraband”.
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8 . Linkin Park – Leave Out All The RestFeatured on the 2007 album “Minutes to Midnight“.
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9 . Goo Goo Dolls – Here Is GoneFeatured on the 2002 album “Gutterflower”.
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10 . Wolfmother – WomanFeatured on the 2005 album “Wolfmother”.
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11 . Glasvegas – GeraldineFeatured on the 2008 album “Glasvegas“. |
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12 . Slipknot – My PlagueFeatured on the 2001 album “Iowa”.
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And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. Cover versions of “There She Goes” by The La’s and “Bleeding Love” by Leona Lewis were included in the re-release of ‘Kill the Director’ . This addition provided an interesting twist on the band’s indie rock style.
2. Fischerspooner’s “Emerge” is a notable entry in the electroclash genre, effectively blending techno and electro influences. Its recognition on several prestigious music ranking lists underscores its impact.
3. The title of “The Heinrich Maneuver” nods to the novel “White Noise” by Don DeLillo. The exact interpretation is left to fans, reflecting the band’s often ambiguous artistic choices.
4. Travis’ “Selfish Jean” takes its title inspiration from Richard Dawkins’ book “The Selfish Gene”. It cleverly draws parallels between evolutionary themes and personal relationships.
5. “Everlong” was notably the last live performance of Foo Fighters’ drummer Taylor Hawkins before his untimely death in 2022. This song is a significant part of the band’s emotional history and discography.
6. Kittie’s song “Charlotte” was influenced by the true crime book “Rites of Burial”. The book details the crimes of serial killer Robert Berdella, providing a dark backdrop to the track’s lyrics.
7. Velvet Revolver’s “Slither” was awarded a Grammy for Best Hard Rock Performance in 2005, marking it as a celebrated track in the rock genre and solidifying the band’s presence in music awards history.
8. “Leave Out All The Rest” seamlessly fades into “Bleed It Out” on the album, showcasing Linkin Park’s skillful album sequencing. This connection adds to the listening experience for fans.
9. The Goo Goo Dolls’ “Here Is Gone” is noted for its pop rock style. The song struck a chord with audiences, reaching top positions on multiple charts and reflecting relatable themes.
10. Wolfmother’s “Woman” was featured in video games like Guitar Hero II, Madden NFL 07, and Tony Hawk’s Project 8, illustrating its widespread appeal and crossover into popular culture.
11. Glasvegas’ “Geraldine” was inspired by a real social worker, Geraldine Lennon. The song pays homage to her work, emphasizing the band’s narrative style and connection to real-life stories.
12. Slipknot’s “My Plague” features a remixed version called the ‘New Abuse Mix’ created for the “Resident Evil” soundtrack, enhancing its melodic and aggressive essence for a new audience.