How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Newton Faulkner, 5 Seconds Of Summer, DJ Khaled, Sheppard, Lana Del Rey, Loreen, Sigma, Loïc Nottet, A$AP Rocky, Chase & Status, Alt-J, Pendulum
They are the performers of twelve amusing, puzzling and sometimes shocking videos that ranked in various charts, this week (22/52) BUT … in the Tens 2010s.
Tracklist
1 . Newton Faulkner – Write It On Your Skin |
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Featured on the 2012 album “Write It on Your Skin”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
2 . 5 Seconds Of Summer – Easier |
| The music video is directed by Grant Singer. |
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Featured on the 2019 album “CALM”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
3 . DJ Khaled – Just Us (w/ SZA) |
| The music video is directed by Joseph Kahn. |
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Featured on the 2019 album “Father of Asahd”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
4 . Sheppard – Geronimo |
| The music video is directed by Toby Morris. |
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Featured on the 2014 album “Bombs Away”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
5 . Lana Del Rey – West Coast |
| The music video is directed by Vincent Haycock. |
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Featured on the 2014 album “Ultraviolence“. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
6 . Loreen – Euphoria |
| The music video is directed by Marcus Söderlund. |
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Featured on the 2012 album “Heal”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
7 . Sigma – Cry (w/ Take That) |
| The music video is directed by Georgia Hudson. |
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Featured on the 2016 album “Life”. |
8 . Loïc Nottet – Rhythm Inside |
| The music video is directed by Josh Brandão and Nicolai Kornum. |
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Featured on the 2015 album “Selfocracy”. |
9 . A$AP Rocky – Fukk Sleep (w/ FKA Twigs) |
| The music video is directed by DIANA KUNST. |
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Featured on the 2018 album “TESTING”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
10 . Chase & Status – Let You Go |
| The music video is directed by thirtytwo. |
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Featured on the 2010 album “No More Idols”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
11 . Alt-J – Breezeblocks |
| The music video is directed by Ellis Bahl. |
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Featured on the 2012 album “An Awesome Wave“. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
12 . Pendulum – Witchcraft |
| The music video is directed by Mike Sharpe and Barney Steel. |
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And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. The track “Write It On Your Skin” by Newton Faulkner falls into the pop/rock genre. It serves as the title song of his album and is recognized for its mainstream appeal.
2. The music video for this 2019 single by 5 Seconds of Summer features an underwater cave, emphasizing the ethereal and detached visuals to match the song’s vibe.
3. DJ Khaled’s collaboration featuring SZA achieved Platinum certification according to RIAA by August 24, 2021, highlighting its commercial success and widespread popularity.
4. Sheppard’s song title refers to Apache leader Geronimo, famously shouted before undertaking a daring jump, linking to the song’s exuberant, adventurous theme.
5. Dan Auerbach, known for his work with The Black Keys, produced the lead single of Lana Del Rey’s Ultraviolence, adding a distinct vintage flair.
6. Loreen’s “Euphoria” clinched victory at the Eurovision Song Contest, finishing in first place with a total of 372 points, marking a notable achievement in Swedish pop history.
7. The setting for the music video with Sigma and Take That is Arena Essex Raceway. This location adds an exciting, high-energy backdrop fitting the song’s dynamics.
8. Loïc Nottet’s Eurovision entry secured fourth place in the grand final, representing a strong showing for Belgium with 217 points.
9. A$AP Rocky’s track features a sample from “FYM” by Joyner Lucas, enriching its texture with previously recognized sounds, typical of Rocky’s eclectic style.
10. Chase & Status’ track featuring Mali reached number 11 on the UK Singles Chart, marking a significant top twenty entry for the duo.
11. Alt-J drew inspiration from “Where the Wild Things Are” for their second single’s lyrics, aligning with the novel’s themes of adventure and fantasy.
12. Pendulum’s “Witchcraft” was featured in the VR rhythm game Beat Saber’s Electronic Mixtape, showcasing its enduring appeal in interactive media formats.
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