How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Bastille, Kesha, Taylor Swift, Bring Me The Horizon, Fall Out Boy, Saint Motel, Dev, Modestep, 5 Seconds Of Summer, Naughty Boy, Muse, Troye Sivan
They are the performers of twelve amusing, puzzling and sometimes shocking videos that were ranked in various charts, this week (35/52) BUT … in the Tens 2010s.
1. What serves as the B-side to Bastille’s debut single “Bad Blood”?
- A Pompeii
- B Haunt (Demo)
- C Overjoyed
2. Who produced Kesha’s hit single released on July 13, 2010?
- A Max Martin
- B Dr. Luke
- C Benny Blanco
3. What notable feature is included in Taylor Swift’s music video for a single from “Lover”?
- A Swift as a mermaid
- B Swift portraying a male alter ego
- C Animated characters
4. Which number did Bring Me the Horizon’s 2018 single reach on the UK Rock & Metal Singles Chart?
- A Five
- B Ten
- C One
5. Which artist collaborated with Fall Out Boy in the music video narrative of their 2013 single?
- A Big Sean
- B Rihanna
- C John Legend
6. What is one of the video styles for the single by Saint Motel released in 2014?
- A Animated dance sequence
- B 1970s-themed house party
- C Underwater adventure
7. Which visual motif is central to the music video of Dev’s 2011 single?
- A Neon lights
- B Black-painted hands
- C Glitter explosions
8. What chart position did Modestep’s single “Sunlight” peak at on the UK Dance chart?
- A Five
- B Fifteen
- C Twenty-five
9. Which guitarist featured on 5 Seconds of Summer’s 2019 single?
- A Slash
- B Tom Morello
- C John Mayer
10. What unique geographic location features in the music video for Naughty Boy’s 2013 single?
- A Grand Canyon
- B Shawangunk Mountains
- C Hollywood Hills
11. Which style does Muse’s 2012 single incorporate besides electronic rock?
- A Jazz
- B Classical
- C R&B
12. Who directed the official video for Troye Sivan’s 2014 debut single?
- A James Cameron
- B Jeremy Koren (Grey Ghost)
- C Edgar Wright
Tracklist
1 . Bastille – Bad Blood |
‘There was nowhere else to go’
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| The video for Bastille’s “Bad Blood” was directed by Olivier Groulx and features model Betty Jacobsson. |
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Featured on the 2013 album “Bad Blood”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
2 . Kesha – Take It Off |
‘They go hardcore and there’s glitter on the floor’
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| Directed by Paul Hunter and Dori Oskowitz, the “Take It Off” video showcases Kesha and her vampire friends intruding into a hotel on an alien planet. As it unfolds, they transform into shimmering stardust. According to Kesha, the video symbolizes shedding inhibitions, embracing authenticity and being “raw and real”, transcending superficiality. |
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Featured on the 2010 album “Animal “. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
3 . Taylor Swift – The Man |
‘I’d be a bitch, not a baller’
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| Directed by Taylor Swift in her directorial debut, “The Man” is a sharp critique of gender dynamics and societal double standards. Co-written with Joel Little, the song tackles privileges that men enjoy, especially in Hollywood. This feminist anthem digs into how perceptions might change if Swift were a man making identical choices. The video features “Tyler” Swift, a chauvinistic male alter-ego with Trump-like hair, displaying brazen behavior on yachts, tennis matches, and workplaces. |
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Featured on the 2019 album “Lover”. Lyrics >> Review >> More by the same : Official Site |
4 . Bring Me The Horizon – Mantra |
‘I’m not vibrating like I oughta be’
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| English band Bring Me The Horizon’s “Mantra” blends catchy hard rock with strong guitar elements and even leans into pop, incorporating trap elements and Oli Sykes’ falsetto. Inspired by the documentary “Wild Wild Country”, the track draws parallels between love and cults while the video depicts Sykes as both a cult victim and leader, blending visuals from video games, infomercials, and sermons, culminating in a chaotic climax. |
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Featured on the 2019 album “amo”. Lyrics >> Review >> More by the same : Official Site |
5 . Fall Out Boy – Alone Together |
‘It’s not funny anymore, no it’s not’
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| The fourth installment of the band’s “Young Blood Chronicles” video series, “Alone Together” directed by Donald/Zaeh starts with the band members being tortured by female kidnappers, including intense scenes of violence. Patrick Stump’s vocals bring urgency, singing over a New Wave-inspired track, constantly revisiting verses and choruses and culminating in a chorus about eternal youth. |
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Featured on the 2013 album “Save Rock and Roll”. Lyrics >> Review >> More by the same : Official Site |
6 . Saint Motel – My Type |
‘I can’t help myself but stare’
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| The second video for Saint Motel’s “My Type,” directed by lead singer A.J. Jackson, showcases a nostalgic mid-century America vibe while the lyrics stem from Jackson’s playful and tongue-in-cheek writing style. The line “You’re just my type – you’ve got a pulse and you are breathing,” is inspired by an argument with a friend who was humorously implying he’s not too picky in choosing partners. |
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7 . Dev – In The Dark |
‘Close my eyes, here you are’
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| Dev’s”In the Dark” is a dance-pop tune blending Eurodance, Latin, and jazz, focusing on the tactile sensations over sight. Directed by Ethan Lade, the video is both creepy and monochromatic, reminiscent of “The Ring,” infused with unsettling elements like painted hands, pythons, tarantulas and a Twilight-inspired vampire club scenes. |
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Featured on the 2011 album “The Night the Sun Came Up”. |
8 . Modestep – Sunlight |
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Featured on the 2013 album “Evolution Theory “. |
9 . 5 Seconds Of Summer – Teeth |
‘Sometimes, when I look at you, I see my wife’
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| The music video for 5 Seconds of Summer’s “Teeth,” directed by Thibaut Duverneix, is inspired by themes of anxiety and toxic relationships similar to Netflix “13 Reasons Why.” While lyrics by lead singer Luke Hemmings convey the ambivalence of a tumultuous love, the video depicts the band members as guinea pigs in a test facility, venturing into vivid hallucinations after being anesthetized in dental chairs, before eventually breaking free. The track also boasts contributions from Tom Morello, the Rage Against the Machine guitarist. |
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Featured on the 2020 album “Calm”. Lyrics >> Review >> More by the same : Official Site |
10 . Naughty Boy – Lifted (w/ Emeli Sandé) |
| The video for Naughty Boy’s “Lifted” was filmed in the Shawangunk Mountains in the Hudson Valley, focusing on two teenagers exploring an abandoned hotel. The track itself features the vocals of Emeli Sande who, like Naughty Boy, has a short cameo in the video. |
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Featured on the 2013 album “Hotel Cabana”. |
11 . Muse – Madness |
‘Now, I need to know, is this real love’
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| Directed by Anthony Mandler, the “Madness” video was shot at LA’s Union Station’s Red Line platform, starring models Erin Wasson and Max Silberman. The song, distinct with electronic arrangements distant from their signature sound, Matt Bellamy’s vocals, and a Brian May-esque guitar solo sounds like a mix between “I Want to Break Free” and “Faith.” Inspired by a personal argument with his girlfriend, the lyrics reflect on love and conflict. |
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Featured on the 2012 album “The 2nd Law”. Lyrics >> Review >> More by the same : Official Site |
12 . Troye Sivan – Happy Little Pill |
| Produced by SLUMs and mixed by Tom Elmhirst and Jason Cox, Troye Sivan’s “Happy Little Pill” is a melancholic blend of indie pop with R&B and subtle electro influences and digs into themes of societal disillusionment and detachment, personal coping mechanisms. Directed by Jeremy Koren, the video underscores these sentiments by depicting various solitary scenes, including Sivan in his apartment and a boy playing soccer alone. |
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And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. The B-side for Bastille’s “Bad Blood” is “Haunt (Demo)”. Both tracks feature on the 2013 Haunt EP, illustrating the band’s thematic cohesion.
2. Dr. Luke produced Kesha’s single released on July 13, 2010. It’s notable for its chart success and multi-platinum certification.
3. Taylor Swift portrayed a male alter ego in her music video for a single from “Lover”. This directorial debut reflects her creative versatility.
4. Bring Me the Horizon’s 2018 single reached number one on the UK Rock & Metal Singles Chart. It marked their comeback after a three-year hiatus.
5. Big Sean collaborated in the narrative of Fall Out Boy’s 2013 single’s music video. His involvement added intrigue to the Young Blood Chronicles.
6. One of Saint Motel’s 2014 video styles is a 1970s-themed house party. This reflects their playful and nostalgic artistic direction.
7. Black-painted hands are central to Dev’s 2011 single music video. This visual represents the song’s intimate and dance-infused themes.
8. Modestep’s “Sunlight” peaked at number five on the UK Dance chart. Its success reflects its vibrant energy and unique style.
9. Tom Morello featured on 5 Seconds of Summer’s 2019 single. His guitar work added rock credibility to the pop-inspired track.
10. The video for Naughty Boy’s 2013 single includes the Shawangunk Mountains. This setting contributed to its mysterious and isolated aesthetic.
11. Muse’s 2012 single incorporates electronic rock and R&B influences. This blend adds a compelling dynamic to their experimental sound.
12. Jeremy Koren (Grey Ghost) directed the video for Troye Sivan’s 2014 single. His style helped establish Sivan’s visual branding.
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NB . You may wonder what are these “Quotes” attached to certain photos above. Well! For a specific song, we select a still image from the video on one side and choose a lyric from the song on the other side. We ensure that the lyric has a connection to the image, although sometimes the connection may be far-fetched or based on a double entendre, creating a humorous or meme-like combination when the two are merged together. Et voilà!
Bizarre Quotes • There was nowhere else to go (Bastille) • They go hardcore and there’s glitter on the floor (Kesha) • I’d be a bitch, not a baller (Taylor Swift) • I’m not vibrating like I oughta be (Bring Me The Horizon) • It’s not funny anymore, no it’s not (Fall Out Boy) • I can’t help myself but stare (Saint Motel) • Close my eyes, here you are (Dev) • Sometimes, when I look at you, I see my wife (5 Seconds Of Summer) • Now, I need to know, is this real love (Muse) •
Musicwise : Electronic, Modern Rock, Pop
