How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Beck, Robert Miles, Mr. Big, R.E.M., Sting, Inspiral Carpets, Sacred Spirit, Marilyn Manson, Dinosaur Jr, Extreme, Skid Row, Therapy?
They are the performers of twelve vintage amusing, puzzling and sometimes shocking videos of songs that were ranked in various charts, this week (46/52) BUT… in the Nineties 90s.
1. Which artist reinterpreted the song “Devil’s Haircut” by incorporating samples from 1960s tracks?
- A Beck
- B Bob Dylan
- C David Bowie
2. Who performed vocals on Robert Miles’ track “One and One”?
- A Marie-Claire D’Ubaldo
- B Enya
- C Maria Nayler
3. Which band released a cover of Cat Stevens’ “Wild World” in the 1990s?
- A Guns N’ Roses
- B Mr. Big
- C Bon Jovi
4. Which rapper contributed guest vocals and a rap segment to R.E.M.’s “Radio Song”?
- A Tupac Shakur
- B KRS-One
- C Nas
5. What term from British parliamentary procedure is referenced in “Demolition Man” by Sting?
- A Two-line whip
- B Three-line whip
- C Division bell
6. What thematic elements does “Bitches Brew” by Inspiral Carpets address?
- A Environmental issues
- B Parenting challenges
- C Government conspiracy
7. In what language is the Sacred Spirit track featuring Kee Chee Jake performed?
- A Cherokee
- B Navajo
- C Sioux
8. Which glam rock artist influenced Marilyn Manson’s track released in 1998?
- A Lou Reed
- B T. Rex
- C Elton John
9. Who is the lead vocalist in Dinosaur Jr.’s “Get Me”?
- A Thurston Moore
- B J Mascis
- C Kim Gordon
10. What object is prominently featured in Extreme’s music video, directed by Doug Nichol?
- A Piano
- B Trains
- C Motorcycle
11. Which film featured Skid Row’s single “Breakin’ Down”?
- A The Prophecy
- B Pulp Fiction
- C Fight Club
12. What unique arrangement was used in Therapy?’s cover of “Diane”?
- A Acoustic guitar solo
- B Harp and flute
- C Cello and vocals
For TWENTY FOUR more ‘Vous Avez Dit Bizarre’ – Vintage 90s Music Videos – week 46/52 – click here and here
Tracklist
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1 . Beck – Devils HaircutFeatured on the 1996 album “Odelay“.
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2 . Robert Miles – One & One (w/ Maria Nayler)Featured on the 1996 album “Dreamland”.
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3 . Mr. Big – Wild WorldFeatured on the 1993 album “Bump Ahead”.
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4 . R.E.M. – Radio SongFeatured on the 1991 album “Out of Time“.
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5 . Sting – Demolition ManFeatured on the 1993 album “Demolition Man”.
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6 . Inspiral Carpets – Bitches BrewFeatured on the 1992 album “Revenge of the Goldfish”.
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7 . Sacred Spirit – Yeha Noha [Wishes Of Happiness And Prosperity]Featured on the 1994 album “Chants and Dances of the Native Americans”.
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8 . Marilyn Manson – The Dope ShowFeatured on the 1998 album “Mechanical Animals”.
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9 . Dinosaur Jr – Get MeFeatured on the 1993 album “Where You Been”.
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10 . Extreme – Stop The WorldFeatured on the 1992 album “III Sides to Every Story”.
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11 . Skid Row – Breakin’ DownFeatured on the 1995 album “Subhuman Race”. |
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12 . Therapy? – DianeFeatured on the 1995 album “Infernal Love”.
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And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. Beck reused samples from classic 1960s tracks, transforming them into a fresh sonic experience. His knack for weaving old sounds into new tapestries shines in “Devil’s Haircut”.
2. Maria Nayler provided the vocal performance for “One and One”, contributing to its chart-topping success across Europe. Her collaboration with Robert Miles emphasized the song’s ethereal quality.
3. Mr. Big turned “Wild World” into a soft rock favorite, maintaining the emotional core of Cat Stevens’ original. Their cover brought the song renewed popularity in the 90s.
4. Hip-hop icon KRS-One lent his voice to R.E.M.’s track, blending genres and adding depth to the song’s structure. His contribution is an integral part of “Radio Song”.
5. Sting alludes to the “three-line whip” in “Demolition Man”, a nod to the seriousness of the British legislative process. This political metaphor adds a layer of detail to the track.
6. Themes of faith and familial responsibility are at the core of “Bitches Brew”. Inspiral Carpets address complex emotions within parental dynamics seamlessly.
7. The Sacred Spirit track isn’t just music, it’s a cultural bridge performed in Navajo by Kee Chee Jake. It carries profound traditional significance.
8. Marilyn Manson’s track draws on glam rock titans like David Bowie and T. Rex, resulting in a fusion of vibrant nostalgia and modern beats.
9. Dinosaur Jr.’s “Get Me” features J Mascis, whose distinctive vocals set the tone for the track’s introspective vibe, coupled with powerful guitar riffs.
10. In Extreme’s video, trains symbolize motion and mechanics, fitting the industrial theme. Director Doug Nichol created a compelling visual accompaniment.
11. Skid Row’s single “Breakin’ Down” found a second home as a film soundtrack, enhancing the mood in “The Prophecy”. The synergy between music and cinema is evident.
12. Therapy? reinvented “Diane” with a cello and vocal driven arrangement, contrasting the punk rock roots of the track and highlighting its emotional core.