How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Blossoms, The Vaccines, Nina Nesbitt, Twenty One Pilots, Post Malone, Hurts, The Pretty Reckless, Ruth B., Brandon Flowers, Avicii, Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds, Biffy Clyro
They are the performers of twelve amusing, puzzling and sometimes shocking videos that ranked in various charts, this week (36/52) BUT … in the Tens 2010s.
1. Which game features the song “Sleep Alone” by Two Door Cinema Club?
- A NBA 2K13
- B EA Sports FIFA 13
- C Madden NFL 13
2. What personal event inspired Jamiroquai’s “Little L”?
- A A childhood memory
- B A breakup with Denise van Outen
- C A successful concert tour
3. In which year did Natasha England release “The Boom Boom Room”?
- A 1995
- B 1982
- C 2001
4. What is the alias often used by Stuart Price for his project Les Rythmes Digitales?
- A Jacques Lu Cont
- B DJ Shadow
- C Mark Ronson
5. Which classical composition is sampled in Juice WRLD and Benny Blanco’s song “Graduation”?
- A Canon in D by Pachelbel
- B Moonlight Sonata by Beethoven
- C Four Seasons by Vivaldi
6. Which music video director was involved in the official video for the house track by Dansson and Marlon Hoffstadt?
- A Jonas Åkerlund
- B Helmi
- C David Fincher
7. Who played the role of Mary Magdalene in The Pretty Reckless’ “Miss Nothing” music video?
- A Taylor Momsen
- B Evan Rachel Wood
- C Christina Aguilera
8. Which social media platform was pivotal for the initial popularity of Ruth B.’s “Lost Boy”?
- A Instagram
- B Vine
- C TikTok
9. What distinguishes Cyndi Lauper’s version of “True Colors” from its original demo?
- A Faster tempo
- B Stripped-down arrangement
- C Jazz influences
10. Which guitarist added a 40-second solo to the Kiss cover featured in “Bill & Ted’s Bogus Journey”?
- A Eddie Van Halen
- B Steve Vai
- C Slash
11. What inspired the music video for Anne-Marie’s lead single from her debut album?
- A *Gone with the Wind*
- B Baz Luhrmann’s *Romeo + Juliet*
- C *The Great Gatsby*
12. What thematic elements are explored in Biffy Clyro’s “God & Satan”?
- A Fantasy adventures
- B Existential questions and life’s dualities
- C Urban legends
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Tracklist
1 . Blossoms – Your Girlfriend |
‘I can tell they get along so well’
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| In the music video, directed by James Slater, for “Your Girlfriend,” the members of Blossoms dress up as iconic horror characters like Teen Wolf and Dracula. According to vocalist Tom Ogden, the song explores the unconventional theme of falling in love with a friend’s girlfriend while the groove is influenced by his listening to Talking Heads. |
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Featured on the 2020 album “Foolish Loving Spaces”. Lyrics >> Review >> More by the same : Official Site |
2 . The Vaccines – Norgaard |
‘Do you want a boyfriend?’
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| Written by vocalist Justin Young, the lyrics of The Vaccines’ song “Norgaard” describe a 17-year-old girl who isn’t ready for a committed relationship. The accompanying music video features Danish model Amanda Nørgaard, who is the subject of the song. |
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Featured on the 2011 album “What Did You Expect from the Vaccines?”. Lyrics >> Review >> More by the same : Official Site |
3 . Nina Nesbitt – Don’t Stop |
‘You’ll see things in a different way’
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Featured on the 2013 album “Peroxide (Deluxe)”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
4 . Twenty One Pilots – My Blood |
| Directed by Tim Mattia and paying tribute to S.E. Hinton’s “The Outsiders,” the music video for Twenty One Pilots’ “My Blood” features actors Trent Culkin and James Bud as social outcasts brothers navigating a difficult childhood with an alcoholic father, played by singer Tyler Joseph. The lyrics are ambiguous, leaving it unclear whether Joseph is singing about a romantic partner or family. |
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Featured on the 2018 album “Trench”. Lyrics >> Review >> More by the same : Official Site |
5 . Post Malone – Circles |
‘Maybe you don’t understand what I’m going through’
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| The music video for Post Malone’s “Circles” is a metaphorical cinematic medieval-themed piece, directed by Colin Tilley, where Post Malone is a knight surviving a deadly battle in a zombie-infested village to reach his love. The song explores the cyclical nature of a troubled relationship, where the dysfunctional couple – “running in circles” – keeps breaking up and reconciling without resolving their issues. |
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Featured on the 2019 album “Hollywood’s Bleeding”. Lyrics >> Review >> More by the same : Official Site |
6 . Hurts – Wonderful Life |
| English duo Hurts’ “Wonderful Life” tells the story of a woman who meets a man contemplating suicide on a bridge while the accompanying music video is set in a modern villa with a pool and features seven dancers in black veils. |
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Featured on the 2010 album “Happiness”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
7 . The Pretty Reckless – Miss Nothing |
‘And I don’t know what I’m into’
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| In the music video, directed by Meiert Avis, for “Miss Nothing” by The Pretty Reckless, 16-year-old Gossip Girl actress Taylor Momsen is seen wearing lingerie, chain-smoking, belting rebellious lyrics and crawling on a banquet table while her bandmates appear uncomfortable. That is enough to stir controversy and a debate about whether it’s edgy, cool, or inappropriate. |
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Featured on the 2010 album “Light Me Up”. Lyrics >> Review >> More by the same : Official Site |
8 . Ruth B. – Lost Boy |
| Canadian singer Ruth B’s “Lost Boy” is a piano-driven ballad that pays homage to the classic tale of Peter Pan. It is inspired by the ABC series “Once Upon a Time.” The music video is directed by Emil Nava. |
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9 . Brandon Flowers – Crossfire |
‘I promise you, baby, I won’t do you no harm’
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| In the music video for “Crossfire,” the debut single from Brandon Flowers of The Killers, directed by Australian Nash Edgerton and starring Charlize Theron, Flowers is kidnapped and tortured by ninjas, only to be heroically rescued by Theron who showcases her combat skills and swordsmanship. The song itself digs into the theme of being caught between heaven and hell. |
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Featured on the 2010 album “Flamingo”. |
10 . Avicii – For A Better Day |
| In his directorial debut, Avicii co-directed the music video for “For A Better Day” with filmmaker Levan Tsikurishvili. Starring Swedish actor Krister Henriksson, the video, filmed in Hungary, tackles the grim subject of child trafficking, especially those fleeing war-torn countries. The song features vocals by Alex Ebert, the frontman of Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros. |
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Featured on the 2015 album “Stories “. Lyrics >> Review >> More by the same : Official Site |
11 . Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds – The Death Of You And Me |
‘I try to face the day now in a new way’
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| While the song “The Death Of You And Me,” which is Noel Gallagher’s first single since leaving Oasis, maintains the signature mid-tempo acoustic guitar associated with Oasis, it also incorporates elements of Americana and brass tones that evoke a New Orleans vibe. Lyrically, it digs into the stresses of life, contemplating the idea of leaving everything behind. The music video is directed by Mike Bruce and features actress Devon Ogden as a waitress. |
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Featured on the 2011 album “Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds”. Lyrics >> Review >> More by the same : Official Site |
12 . Biffy Clyro – God and Satan |
| Biffy Clyro’s “God And Satan” explores existential questions about life and death and reflects on the loss of loved ones. Frontman and lyricist Simon Neil finds a sort of contentment in the idea that there may not be a happy ending, stating that the “happy ending is happening right now.” The music video is directed by Corin Hardy. |
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Featured on the 2009 album “Only Revolutions”. Lyrics >> Review >> More by the same : Official Site |
And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. “Sleep Alone” by Two Door Cinema Club is featured in EA Sports FIFA 13. The track’s indie rock vibe resonated with the video game’s diverse soundtrack.
2. Jamiroquai’s “Little L” drew inspiration from frontman Jay Kay’s breakup with Denise van Outen. The song reflects themes of romantic separation and personal reflection.
3. Natasha England released “The Boom Boom Room” in 1982. It followed the success of her cover of “Iko Iko,” which had secured a Top 10 position in the UK.
4. Stuart Price, under the alias Jacques Lu Cont, composed music as Les Rythmes Digitales. This project helped define his impact on the electronic and dance music scenes.
5. “Graduation” by Juice WRLD and Benny Blanco samples Pachelbel’s Canon in D. This classical snippet complements its nostalgic look back at school and graduation memories.
6. The music video for the track by Dansson and Marlon Hoffstadt was directed by Helmi. Known for its creative visuals, Helmi’s work brought additional flair to the piece.
7. Taylor Momsen portrays Mary Magdalene in The Pretty Reckless’ “Miss Nothing” music video. This representation fits the video’s visual theme referencing the Last Supper.
8. Ruth B.’s “Lost Boy” initially gained popularity on Vine. The app played a crucial role, bringing her personal ballads to a larger audience and eventually leading to a record deal.
9. The original demo of “True Colors” by Cyndi Lauper was a piano gospel ballad. Lauper’s version featured a stripped-down arrangement, highlighting her distinctive vocal style.
10. Guitarist Steve Vai contributed a 40-second solo to Kiss’s cover of an Argent song in *Bill & Ted’s Bogus Journey*. His masterful playing added a unique layer to an already classic tune.
11. Anne-Marie’s music video for her lead single from her album was inspired by Baz Luhrmann’s *Romeo + Juliet*. The video’s dramatic flair and vibrant visuals echo Luhrmann’s iconic style.
12. “God & Satan” by Biffy Clyro addresses existential themes. The lyrics explore the dichotomy between life’s opposing forces, such as good and evil, life and death.
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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 • I can tell they get along so well (Blossoms) • Do you want a boyfriend? (The Vaccines) • You’ll see things in a different way (Nina Nesbitt) • Maybe you don’t understand what I’m going through (Post Malone) • And I don’t know what I’m into (The Pretty Reckless) • I promise you, baby, I won’t do you no harm (Brandon Flowers) • I try to face the day now in a new way (Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds) •
Musicwise : Modern Rock, Pop, Rock, Alt Z
