How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Macklemore & Ryan Lewis, Raye, Iggy Azalea, Slipknot, Sia, The 1975, Example, George Ezra, Katy Perry, Klangkarussell, Lana Del Rey, Chase & Status
They are the performers of twelve amusing, puzzling and sometimes shocking videos that ranked in various charts, this week (34/52) BUT … in the Tens 2010s.
1. What milestone did Macklemore & Ryan Lewis achieve with their single featuring Wanz?
- A First Grammy win
- B First independent chart-topping hit
- C First record label contract
2. Which theme is prominently addressed in the 2018 track released under Polydor/Universal?
- A Economic hardship
- B Environmental concerns
- C Female solidarity
3. Which music video for the song by Iggy Azalea and Rita Ora was featured alongside a notable movie in 2014?
- A The Hunger Games
- B Guardians of the Galaxy
- C Divergent
4. In the track from We Are Not Your Kind, what foreign language is used in the title?
- A Spanish
- B Italian
- C French
5. Which notable dance artist appears in Sia’s re-recorded solo version video from 2015?
- A Sofia Boutella
- B Maddie Ziegler
- C Misty Copeland
6. What style heavily influences the 2016 track from I Like It When You Sleep, for You Are So Beautiful Yet So Unaware of It?
- A Jazz fusion
- B Synth-pop
- C Grunge
7. Which London location features in the one-take video for Example’s 2015 single?
- A Piccadilly Circus
- B Trafalgar Square
- C Regents Park
8. Which event inspired the writing of the song by the artist who moved to Bristol at 18?
- A Attending music college
- B A music festival
- C Seeking performance opportunities
9. Which historical setting is depicted in the music video for Katy Perry and Juicy J’s collaboration released in 2013?
- A Medieval Europe
- B Ancient Egypt
- C Classical Rome
10. Which song by Klangkarussell underwent a vocal addition in 2014 after its initial instrumental release?
- A Ain’t Nobody
- B Netzwerk
- C Waves
11. Which mood does Lana Del Rey’s lead single from Honeymoon primarily convey?
- A Despairing
- B Nostalgic
- C Euphoric
12. Which similarity is observed in the track by Chase & Status featuring Plan B?
- A Lyrical rhyming style
- B Chord sequence like Radiohead’s
- C Vocal delivery like The Beatles
For TWELVE more ‘Vous Avez Dit Bizarre’ – 2010s Music Videos – week 34/52 – click here
Tracklist
1 . Macklemore & Ryan Lewis – Thrift Shop (w/ Wanz) |
| The music video is directed by Jon Jon Augustavo. |
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Featured on the 2012 album “The Heist”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
2 . Raye – Friends |
| The music video is directed by Max Weiland. |
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3 . Iggy Azalea – Black Widow (w/ Rita Ora) |
| The music video is directed by Director X. |
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4 . Slipknot – Nero Forte |
| The music video is directed by Shawn Crahan. |
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Featured on the 2019 album “We Are Not Your Kind”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
5 . Sia – Elastic Heart |
| The music video is directed by Daniel Askill. |
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Featured on the 2013 album “1000 Forms of Fear”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
6 . The 1975 – Somebody Else |
| The music video is directed by Tim Mattia. |
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Featured on the 2016 album “I like it when you sleep…”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
7 . Example – Whisky Story |
| The music video is directed by Elliot Gleave& Adam Powell. |
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8 . George Ezra – Blame It On Me |
| The music video is directed by Rob Brandon. |
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Featured on the 2014 album “Wanted on Voyage”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
9 . Katy Perry – Dark Horse (w/ Juicy J) |
| The music video is directed by Mathew Cullen. |
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Featured on the 2013 album “Prism”. |
10 . Klangkarussell – Netzwerk [Falls Like Rain] |
| The music video is directed by Charlie Robins. |
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11 . Lana Del Rey – High By The Beach |
| The music video is directed by Jake Nava. |
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Featured on the 2015 album “Honeymoon“. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
12 . Chase & Status – End Credits |
| The music video is directed by Kim Gehrig. |
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Featured on the 2009 album “No More Idols”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. B. “Thrift Shop” became a number one on the US Billboard Hot 100 without major label backing. The track’s independent success preceded its Grammy wins.
2. C. Focused on “girl hate,” the 2018 single pushes against divisive female dynamics, emphasizing mutual support amid conflicts.
3. A. The song featured alongside The Hunger Games portrays themes of rebellion and empowerment, bolstered by striking visuals.
4. B. “Nero Forte” uses Italian, reflecting “black” and “strong,” fitting the band’s intense musical style.
5. B. Maddie Ziegler’s choreography in the 2015 solo version commanded cultural conversation, furthering the visual impact of Sia’s work.
6. B. The single is lauded for its synth-pop sensibilities, drawing from 1980s soundscapes fused with modern production techniques.
7. B. Example’s London walkabout through Trafalgar Square harmonizes interactive street scenes with the song’s live-recorded flair.
8. C. Taking action at 18, the artist overcame financial strain by pursuing gigs, eventually shaping their musical journey.
9. B. The music video channels Ancient Egypt, with visual nods to iconography and mythology, complementing the song’s mythical aura.
10. B. “Netzwerk” evolved from a 2012 instrumental to a 2014 vocal mix, with Tom Cane’s voice culminating its transformation.
11. B. Del Rey’s “Honeymoon” invokes nostalgia with its synth-driven ambiance, weaving intrigue with narrative depth.
12. B. The song’s chord progression echoes Radiohead’s “Reckoner,” yet carves its niche with a distinct electronic pulse.
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