How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Less Than Jake, Doves, Siouxsie, Just Jack, I Am Kloot, Weezer, McLusky, Lostprophets, Dan Le Sac Vs Scroobius Pip, Luke Slater, The Cult, The Delgados
They are the performers of twelve vintage amusing, puzzling and sometimes shocking videos of songs that were ranked in various charts, this week (38/52) BUT… in the Noughties 2000s.
For TWENTY FOUR more ‘Vous Avez Dit Bizarre’ – Vintage 2000s Music Videos – week 38/52 – click here and here
Tracklist
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1 . Less Than Jake – The Science Of Selling Yourself ShortFeatured on the 2000 album “Anthem”.
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2 . Doves – Sky Starts FallingFeatured on the 2005 album “Some Cities”.
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3 . Siouxsie – Into A SwanFeatured on the 2007 album “Mantaray”.
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4 . Just Jack – No TimeFeatured on the 2007 album “Overtones”.
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5 . I Am Kloot – 3 Feet TallFeatured on the 2003 album “I Am Kloot”.
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6 . Weezer – Keep Fishin’Featured on the 2001 album “Maladroit”.
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7 . McLusky – She Will Only Bring You HappinessFeatured on the 2004 album “The Difference Between Me and You Is That I’m Not on Fire”.
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8 . Lostprophets – A Town Called HypocrisyFeatured on the 2006 album “Liberation Transmission”.
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9 . Dan Le Sac Vs Scroobius Pip – Beat That My Heart SkippedFeatured on the 2007 album “Angles”.
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10 . Luke Slater – All ExhaleFeatured on the 1999 album “Wireless”.
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11 . The Cult – RiseFeatured on the 2001 album “Beyond Good and Evil”. |
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12 . The Delgados – No DangerFeatured on the 2000 album “The Great Eastern”.
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And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. “The Science of Selling Yourself Short” was produced by Rob Cavallo. The track was recorded in New Orleans and Malibu, highlighting the band’s ska-punk roots.
2. “Sky Starts Falling” by Doves was released on CD, DVD, and 7-inch vinyl. Its multiple formats contributed to its presence on the UK Singles Chart.
3. Siouxsie’s “Into a Swan” features percussion by Hossam Ramzy. His contributions added an Egyptian flair to this alternative rock track.
4. The music video for Just Jack’s “No Time” features the life of a television presenter, providing a glimpse into the world of showbiz.
5. “3 Feet Tall” helped establish I Am Kloot in the UK indie music scene. The release of this single gained them recognition during the early 2000s.
6. Weezer’s “Keep Fishin’” music video humorously includes a performance on *The Muppet Show*. The band interacts with classic Muppet characters.
7. The McLusky track is noted for its surprisingly gentle sound. This contrast stood out against the band’s typically aggressive style.
8. Lostprophets’ second single from *Liberation Transmission* was produced by Bob Rock. The track had a memorable rock sound.
9. The track from “Angles” emphasizes spoken-word and rap. This blending of styles reflects a narrative layered over rhythmic beats.
10. “All Exhale” by Luke Slater falls under electronic and dance genres. It’s known for its energetic breakbeat and electro influences.
11. “Rise” marked Matt Sorum’s only studio album with The Cult. His drumming is integral to the single’s dynamic rock sound.
12. “No Danger” is characterized by guitar-driven indie rock. The raw vocals and direct delivery create a bold musical statement.