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 Auteurs, Iggy Pop, Apollo 440, Soundgarden, Ozzy Osbourne, Screaming Trees, Aphex Twin, Gomez, Faith No More, Portishead, Kate Bush, The Divine Comedy
They are the performers of twelve vintage amusing, puzzling and sometimes shocking videos of songs that were ranked in various charts, this week (47/52) BUT… in the Nineties 90s.
1. What are the two figures mentioned in the song “Lenny Valentino” by The Auteurs?
- A Charlie Chaplin and Marlon Brando
- B Lenny Bruce and Rudolph Valentino
- C Jim Morrison and James Dean
2. Which distinct element in “Lust for Life” was inspired by the Armed Forces Network call signal?
- A Bassline
- B Opening drumbeat
- C Guitar riff
3. Who was the lead vocalist of Apollo 440 when “Heart Go Boom” was released?
- A Harry May
- B Trevor Gray
- C Mary Byker
4. What visual design aspect sets different versions of “Outshined” apart?
- A Die-cut cover
- B Color variants of cover art
- C Glow-in-the-dark ink
5. What inspired the track title “Perry Mason” by Ozzy Osbourne?
- A Lawyer from a famous TV series
- B Osbourne’s middle name
- C A mystery novel
6. Which chart position did Screaming Trees’ “Sworn and Broken” achieve in the UK?
- A 76
- B 34
- C 21
7. On the EP “On” by Aphex Twin, which track had a separate remix EP?
- A On
- B 73-Yips
- C D-Scape
8. On what film’s soundtrack did Gomez’s “We Haven’t Turned Around” appear?
- A Fight Club
- B American Beauty
- C Magnolia
9. “Everything’s Ruined” by Faith No More includes an unusual solo in its recording. Which instrument is featured?
- A Guitar
- B Violin
- C Harmonica
10. Which artist covered Portishead’s “Over”?
- A Steve Adey
- B Joanna Newsom
- C Beck
11. Who orchestrated the arrangements in Kate Bush’s song from her album “The Red Shoes”?
- A Hans Zimmer
- B Michael Kamen
- C John Williams
12. Which album by The Divine Comedy features a song referencing the butterfly effect?
- A Promenade
- B Fin de Siècle
- C Casanova
For TWELVE more ‘Vous Avez Dit Bizarre’ – Vintage 90s Music Videos – week 47/52 – click here
Tracklist
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1 . The Auteurs – Lenny ValentinoFeatured on the 1994 album “Now I’m A Cowboy”.
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2 . Iggy Pop – Lust For LifeFeatured on the 1977 album “Lust for Life“.
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3 . Apollo 440 – Heart Go BoomFeatured on the 1999 album “Gettin’ High On Your Own Supply”.
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4 . Soundgarden – OutshinedFeatured on the 1991 album “Badmotorfinger“.
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5 . Ozzy Osbourne – Perry MasonFeatured on the 1995 album “Ozzmosis”.
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6 . Screaming Trees – Sworn And BrokenFeatured on the 1996 album “Dust“.
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7 . Aphex Twin – OnFeatured on the 1993 album “On”.
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8 . Gomez – We Haven’t Turned AroundFeatured on the 1999 album “Liquid Skin”.
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9 . Faith No More – Everything’s RuinedFeatured on the 1992 album “Angel Dust“.
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10 . Portishead – OverFeatured on the 1997 album “Portishead“.
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11 . Kate Bush – Moments Of PleasureFeatured on the 1993 album “The Red Shoes”. |
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12 . The Divine Comedy – The Certainty Of ChanceFeatured on the 1998 album “Fin De Siecle”.
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And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. Lenny Valentino ironically fuses the lives of Lenny Bruce and Rudolph Valentino. Their tales of misunderstood genius provide lush lyrical tapestry.
2. The relentless opening drumbeat of “Lust for Life” rings of boot camps, thanks to a rhythmic nod from the army’s airwaves.
3. Apollo 440, during its boom period, placed Mary Byker at the vocal helm, coloring their soundscape zestfully.
4. “Outshined” exhibited its creative streak with three distinct color variants on its covers, making choices for collectors somewhat taxing.
5. Ozzy Osbourne drew inspiration for “Perry Mason” from a famed TV legal eagle, not from billboards or phone book listings.
6. With its alternative allure, “Sworn and Broken” landed at number 76 on the UK Singles Chart, adding a splash of grunge to the rankings.
7. Aphex Twin liked to double down. Not just one, but “D-Scape” enjoyed its own remix remixing grandeur.
8. Gomez’s track “We Haven’t Turned Around” provided a melodious backdrop to the film “American Beauty,” adding sonic appeal to the silver screen.
9. The guitar solo in “Everything’s Ruined” complemented the track’s eclectic mix, shrugging off any soloist blues.
10. Steve Adey lent his voice to “Over,” showcasing his flair for interpreting Portishead’s depth-filled tunes with artistic insight.
11. Michael Kamen waved his orchestral wand over Bush’s song, weaving strings into a tapestry that still resonates.
12. “Fin de Siècle” by The Divine Comedy flutters with references to the butterfly effect, highlighting life’s nuanced crescendo and echo.