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 Shins, Alisha’s Attic, The Soundtrack Of Our Lives, Hefner, The Enemy, Death Cab for Cutie, The Beta Band, James Yorkston & The Athletes, Amanda Ghost, Secret Machines, Archie Bronson Outfit, Interpol
They are the performers of twelve vintage amusing, puzzling and sometimes shocking videos of songs that were ranked in various charts, this week (16/52) BUT… in the Noughties 2000s.
For TWENTY FOUR more ‘Vous Avez Dit Bizarre’ – Vintage 2000s Music Videos – week 16/52 – click here and here
Tracklist
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1 . The Shins – AustraliaFeatured on the 2007 album “Wincing The Night Away”.
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2 . Alisha’s Attic – Push It All AsideFeatured on the 2001 album “The House We Built”.
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3 . The Soundtrack Of Our Lives – Heading For A BreakdownFeatured on the 2004 album “Origin Vol. 1”.
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4 . Hefner – Christian Girls
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5 . The Enemy – Away From HereFeatured on the 2007 album “We’ll Live and Die in These Towns”.
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6 . Death Cab for Cutie – Crooked TeethFeatured on the 2005 album “Plans”.
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7 . The Beta Band – AssessmentFeatured on the 2004 album “Heroes To Zeros”.
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8 . James Yorkston & The Athletes – ShipwreckersFeatured on the 2004 album “Just Beyond the River”.
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9 . Amanda Ghost – IdolFeatured on the 2000 album “Ghost Stories”.
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10 . Secret Machines – The Road Leads Where It’s LeadFeatured on the 2004 album “Now Here Is Nowhere”.
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11 . Archie Bronson Outfit – Kangaroo HeartFeatured on the 2004 album “Fur”. |
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12 . Interpol – Say Hello To The AngelsFeatured on the 2002 album “Turn On The Bright Lights“.
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And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. “Push It All Aside” appeared on Alisha’s Attic’s third album, “The House We Built.” It marked their final Top of the Pops appearance.
2. “Heading for a Breakdown” was a 2005 single by The Soundtrack of Our Lives. It later appeared on a special UK vinyl edition.
3. “Breaking God’s Heart” is Hefner’s debut album where “Christian Girls” was added in the reissue on CD2.
4. “Away from Here” was The Enemy’s debut single from their album “We’ll Live and Die in These Towns.” It showcased their gritty style.
5. “Crooked Teeth” is from the album “Plans” by Death Cab for Cutie. The song reflects themes of confinement and small-town life.
6. “Assessment,” a lead single of The Beta Band, drew comparisons to middle-era U2, specifically for its guitar work and drumline.
7. “Shipwreckers” is by James Yorkston & The Athletes. The song’s recording took place in Wales alongside other album tracks.
8. Amanda Ghost’s song “Idol” had remixes by Boy George, highlighting its appeal across different music scenes.
9. Secret Machines originated from Dallas, Texas. The band moved to NYC before their first album with Warner Brothers.
10. “Kangaroo Heart,” part of Archie Bronson Outfit’s debut album, was released as a single in 2004.
11. “Say Hello to the Angels” appears on Interpol’s debut album “Turn On the Bright Lights,” noted for its dark, intricate sound.
12. “Hangin’ on a String (Contemplating)” was produced by Nick Martinelli, known for his influential touch in soul and R&B.