How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Dashboard Confessional, Dave Gahan, Thom Yorke, Muse, Glasvegas, Babyshambles, Biffy Clyro, Mark Owen, The Flaming Lips, Amy Winehouse, Bowling For Soup, Robert Post
They are the performers of twelve vintage amusing, puzzling and sometimes shocking videos of songs that were ranked in various charts, this week (35/52) BUT… in the Noughties 2000s.
1. What city is indirectly referenced in Dashboard Confessional’s 2006 single’s music video?
- A Los Angeles
- B Chicago
- C New York City
2. Who co-wrote the second single from Dave Gahan’s debut solo album?
- A Jon Collyer
- B Knox Chandler
- C Moby
3. Which area does the title of Thom Yorke’s 2006 single reference?
- A Harrowdown Hill
- B Stonehenge
- C Big Ben
4. What was notable about the release format of Muse’s 2001 single?
- A First single on DVD
- B First single on CD
- C First single on cassette
5. What inspired Glasvegas’s lyrics for their 2008 re-released single?
- A Scottish history
- B A famous speech
- C The singer’s absent father
6. Which visual element is featured in the Babyshambles’ music video?
- A Spitfires
- B Union Jack images
- C Retro cars
7. What was the first single release format for Biffy Clyro’s 2004 campaign?
- A Cassette
- B 7-inch vinyl
- C Digital download
8. What system does Mark Owen’s 2003 song title reference?
- A Air raid sirens
- B The four-minute warning
- C Morse code
9. Which US state declared a 2002 Flaming Lips song as its official rock song?
- A Texas
- B Oklahoma
- C California
10. What is the subject matter of the lyrics in Amy Winehouse’s track “Pumps”?
- A Partygoers
- B Musicians
- C Shoes
11. In which video game did Bowling for Soup’s 2003 single appear?
- A NHL 2004
- B FIFA 2004
- C Grand Theft Auto IV
12. What notable item was used during the recording sessions of a 2005 Norwegian single?
- A Abbey Road piano
- B EMI mixing desk
- C Vintage Fender guitar
For TWELVE more ‘Vous Avez Dit Bizarre’ – Vintage 2000s Music Videos – week 35/52 – click here
Tracklist
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1 . Dashboard Confessional – Don’t WaitFeatured on the 2003 album “A Mark, a Mission, a Brand, a Scar”.
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2 . Dave Gahan – I Need YouFeatured on the 2003 album “Paper Monsters”.
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3 . Thom Yorke – Harrowdown HillFeatured on the 2006 album “The Eraser”.
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4 . Muse – BlissFeatured on the 2001 album “Origin of Symmetry“.
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5 . Glasvegas – Daddy’s GoneFeatured on the 2008 album “Glasvegas“.
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6 . Babyshambles – Fuck ForeverFeatured on the 2005 album “Down in Albion”.
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7 . Biffy Clyro – Glitter & TraumaFeatured on the 2004 album “Infinity Land”.
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8 . Mark Owen – Four Minute WarningFeatured on the 2003 album “In Your Own Time”.
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9 . The Flaming Lips – Do You Realize??Featured on the 2002 album “Yoshimi Battles The Pink Robots“.
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10 . Amy Winehouse – Fuck Me PumpsFeatured on the 2003 album “Frank“.
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11 . Bowling For Soup – Punk Rock 101Featured on the 2002 album “Drunk Enough to Dance”. |
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12 . Robert Post – Got NoneFeatured on the 2005 album “Robert Post”.
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And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. New York City is implied in the music video’s narrative, though filming occurred in Los Angeles. The urban backdrop ages over time, showcasing development typical of NYC.
2. Knox Chandler collaborated with Dave Gahan on writing the track. It features additional programming by Chandler, adding distinct textures to Gahan’s debut.
3. Harrowdown Hill, the track title, references the Oxfordshire site linked to Dr. David Kelly’s death, adding a dark historical layer to Yorke’s solo debut.
4. Muse’s single was the band’s first on DVD. This format showcased additional content like a making-of feature alongside audio tracks.
5. James Allan sculpted Glasvegas’s lyrics around themes of fatherly absence. This emotional depth resonated with fans upon its re-release.
6. Babyshambles’ video integrates Union Jack visuals, adding British identity to its setting at Spitalfields City Farm in London.
7. Biffy Clyro’s release strategy included a 7-inch vinyl, marking a physical debut for their single campaign amid its digital era.
8. “Four-minute warning” refers to the UK Cold War alert system, echoing themes of urgency and anticipation in Owen’s single.
9. Oklahoma designated a Flaming Lips song as its state rock anthem. The choice reflects the band’s roots and local cultural appeal.
10. “Pumps” by Amy Winehouse critiques superficial partygoers. The title cleverly alludes to high-heeled shoes within the context.
11. NHL 2004 featured Bowling for Soup’s single, enhancing its visibility in pop culture through gaming audiences.
12. The Norwegian track was recorded using an EMI mixing desk from Pink Floyd’s era. This vintage gear contributed to its distinctive sound.