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, Chlöe Howl, The Avener, Phoebe Killdeer, Meghan Trainor, Gym Class Heroes, Manic Street Preachers, Lily Allen, Friction, Jake Bugg, Maroon 5, The Vaccines, Paramore
They are the performers of twelve amusing, puzzling and sometimes shocking videos that ranked in various charts, this week (11/52) BUT … in the Tens 2010s.
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Tracklist
1 . Blossoms – I Can’t Stand It |
| The music video is directed by Paul Gore. |
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Featured on the 2019 album “A Perfect Contradiction”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
2 . Chlöe Howl – Rumour |
| The music video is directed by Richard Curtis, Tom Harper. |
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Featured on the 2012 album “Progress”. |
3 . The Avener, Phoebe Killdeer – Fade Out Lines |
| The music video is directed by Daniel ‘Cloud’ Campos. |
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Featured on the 2011 album “Pray for the Wicked”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
4 . Meghan Trainor – NO |
| The music video is directed by Calmatic. |
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Featured on the 2014 album ” “. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
5 . Gym Class Heroes – Ass Back Home (w/ Neon Hitch) |
| The music video is directed by Henry Scholfield. |
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Featured on the 2011 album “Echoes”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
6 . Manic Street Preachers – Postcards From A Young Man |
| The music video is directed by Malia James. |
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Featured on the 2018 album “Waterfall”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
7 . Lily Allen – Our Time |
| The music video is directed by Andreas Nilsson. |
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Featured on the 2019 album “Happy to You”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
8 . Friction – Led Astray |
| The music video is directed by Kid. Studio. |
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Featured on the 2022 album “Bad Habits”. |
9 . Jake Bugg – Seen It All |
| The music video is directed by Ryan Hope. |
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Featured on the 2017 album “Mind of Mine”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
10 . Maroon 5 – Cold (w/ Future) |
| The music video is directed by Clemens Habicht. |
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Featured on the 2012 album ” “. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
11 . The Vaccines – Handsome |
| The music video is directed by Joseph Kahn. |
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Featured on the 2019 album “Reputation”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
12 . Paramore – Now |
| The music video is directed by Chris Ullens. |
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Featured on the 2016 album “If You Wait”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. “Rumour” by Chlöe Howl followed a unique release pattern, seeing multiple debuts across different years rather than a singular launch. The song’s staggered release expanded its reach over time.
2. “Fade Out Lines” by The Avener is a musical transformation of “The Fade Out Line” by Phoebe Killdeer & The Short Straws. Casara discovered the original and crafted his deep house rework with care.
3. Ricky Reed, known for his production skills, co-wrote and produced Meghan Trainor’s hit “No.” His work infused the track with its dance-pop energy reminiscent of ’90s music.
4. The music video for “Ass Back Home” by Gym Class Heroes was directed by Dugan O’Neal. It showcases the band on tour, interspersed with Neon Hitch’s personal scenes at home, crafting a narrative duality.
5. The album cover for “Postcards from a Young Man” by Manic Street Preachers features actor Tim Roth in a notable black and white photo, adding a dramatic visual touch to the release.
6. In Lily Allen’s video for “Our Time,” she playfully portrays multiple versions of herself, creating a kaleidoscopic view of a night out in a London taxi, adding a personal twist to the story.
7. “Led Astray” by Friction was selected by Zane Lowe as his “Hottest Record in the World.” This accolade from the BBC Radio 1 presenter suggested its standout quality and wide appeal.
8. Michael Socha stars in the music video for Jake Bugg’s “Seen It All.” The video provided visual storytelling through scenes around Glasgow, enhancing the song’s narrative.
9. Maroon 5’s “Cold” features a collaboration with rapper Future. His involvement added a distinctive twist to the band’s blend of musical styles, making it stand out in their discography.
10. “Handsome” by the Vaccines has a notably short runtime of 2:10, which contrasts with the band’s typically lengthier tracks, making it a punchy, concise addition to their catalog.
11. Paramore’s “Now” marks the pivotal first single release following the departure of founding members Josh and Zac Farro. This track helped the band redefine their sound and direction.
12. Kittie’s “Brackish” was almost left off their debut album due to arrangement issues. It was ultimately included after DJ Dave added jungle beats, showcasing the band’s adaptability in production.
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