How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : R.E.M., Clawfinger, The Fall, Rednex, Body Count, Aerosmith, Nine Inch Nails, Sepultura, Machine Head, Catherine Wheel, Mike Oldfield, Suggs
They are the performers of twelve vintage amusing, puzzling and sometimes shocking videos of songs that were ranked in various charts, this week (50/52) BUT… in the Nineties 90s.
1. What was the original objection Michael Stipe had to including “Electrolite” on REM’s album?
- A He disliked its lyrics
- B He thought it didn’t fit the album
- C He found it too long
2. Which genre did Clawfinger help pioneer with “Biggest & the Best”?
- A Rap metal
- B Glam rock
- C Synthwave
3. What marks “High Tension Line” as notable in the career of The Fall?
- A Their first use of electronic music
- B A lineup change
- C A chart-topping success
4. What is unique about Rednex’s “Rolling Home” music video?
- A It was filmed underwater
- B It was shot in black-and-white
- C It features a live audience
5. What significant event relates to Body Count’s “Necessary Evil”?
- A Last recording with bassist Mooseman
- B Music video banned on MTV
- C Lyrics inspired by a cold case
6. Which actor appears in the music video for Aerosmith’s “Amazing”?
- A Lea Thompson
- B Alicia Silverstone
- C Drew Barrymore
7. “We’re In This Together” by Nine Inch Nails takes inspiration from which artist?
- A Bruce Springsteen
- B Madonna
- C David Bowie
8. In the music video for Sepultura’s “Attitude,” what occurs with the MMA cage?
- A It is auctioned
- B It is destroyed by the crowd
- C It levitates
9. IDK: What animal plays a significant role in the track?
- A Cat
- B Dolphin
- C Eagle
10. IDK: Which mythological creature is mentioned?
- A Unicorn
- B Dragon
- C Phoenix
11. What literary work inspired Mike Oldfield’s “Hibernaculum”?
- A Paradise Lost by John Milton
- B The Songs of Distant Earth by Arthur C. Clarke
- C The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien
12. What musical style does “The Tune” by Suggs prominently feature?
- A Ska-influenced rhythm
- B Minimalist electronica
- C Jazz fusion
For TWELVE more ‘Vous Avez Dit Bizarre’ – Vintage 90s Music Videos – week 50/52 – click here
Tracklist
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1 . R.E.M. – ElectroliteFeatured on the 1996 album “New Adventures in Hi-Fi“.
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2 . Clawfinger – Biggest And The BestFeatured on the 1997 album “Clawfinger”.
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3 . The Fall – High Tension LineFeatured on the 1991 album “Shift-Work”.
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4 . Rednex – Rolling HomeFeatured on the 1995 album “Sex & Violins”.
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5 . Body Count – Necessary Evil
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6 . Aerosmith – AmazingFeatured on the 1994 album “Get a Grip“.
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7 . Nine Inch Nails – We’re In This TogetherFeatured on the 1993 album “The Fragile”.
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8 . Sepultura – AttitudeFeatured on the 1999 album “Roots“.
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9 . Machine Head – From This DayFeatured on the 1996 album “The Burning Red”.
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10 . Catherine Wheel – DeliciousFeatured on the 1997 album “Adam and Eve”.
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11 . Mike Oldfield – HibernaculumFeatured on the 1993 album “The Songs of Distant Earth”. |
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12 . Suggs – The TuneFeatured on the 1994 album “The Lone Ranger”.
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And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. Michael Stipe initially thought “Electrolite” didn’t fit the album; however, bandmates Peter Buck and Mike Mills convinced him otherwise. This ballad became REM’s closing track and a memorable part of their tenth studio release.
2. Clawfinger helped popularize rap metal. This genre blends heavy guitar riffs with hip-hop vocals and is evident in “Biggest & the Best.”
3. “High Tension Line” was The Fall’s first release after a lineup change. The song stood out due to its pop-oriented structure amidst their usual sound.
4. The music video for “Rolling Home” by Rednex is unique because it was shot in black-and-white. It features the band in a stark, wintery setting, enhancing its Christmas theme.
5. “Necessary Evil” by Body Count was one of the last recordings with bassist Mooseman before he left the band. The track remains a staple from their mid-1990s catalog.
6. The music video for Aerosmith’s “Amazing” features Alicia Silverstone. Her appearance became iconic within the band’s series of acclaimed videos.
7. Nine Inch Nails’ “We’re In This Together” draws inspiration from David Bowie’s work. The song reflects themes of unity and adversity marked by Bowie’s influence.
8. In the music video for Sepultura’s “Attitude,” the MMA cage gets destroyed by the crowd. This adds a chaotic and rebellious flair to the visuals.
9. IDK: A dolphin plays a significant role in the track, symbolically representing intelligence and freedom.
10. IDK: A dragon is mentioned, adding a mythical and powerful element to the song’s imagery.
11. Mike Oldfield’s “Hibernaculum” is inspired by Arthur C. Clarke’s novel *The Songs of Distant Earth*. Released in 1994, the track contributes to Oldfield’s concept album.
12. “The Tune” by Suggs prominently features a ska-influenced rhythm. This upbeat style traces back to his work with Madness, echoing energetic, party-oriented sounds.