How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : The Strokes, The Ordinary Boys, Jimmy Eat World, Coldplay, A Perfect Circle, The Finn Brothers, Lucie Silvas, Mcfly, Guns N’ Roses, …And You Will Know Us By The Trail Of Dead, The Hiss, The D4
They are the performers of twelve “live” music videos that were ranked in various charts, this week (46/52) BUT … in the Noughties 2000s.
1. Which classic rock song inspired the guitar riff in The Strokes’ “Last Nite”?
- A “Sultans of Swing” by Dire Straits
- B “American Girl” by Tom Petty
- C “Day Tripper” by The Beatles
2. Who co-wrote “Lonely at the Top” by The Ordinary Boys?
- A Morrissey
- B Preston
- C Noel Gallagher
3. Why was the album “Bleed American” temporarily retitled after its release?
- A To avoid sounding political
- B Due to censorship
- C Sensitivity to September 11 events
4. How many variations of Coldplay’s “Lost!” exists?
- A Two
- B Three
- C Four
5. What unique rhythmic signature defines “The Hollow” by A Perfect Circle?
- A 4/4
- B 5/4
- C 6/8
6. Which artist contributed the orchestral arrangements for “Nothing Wrong With You” by the Finn Brothers?
- A Nigel Godrich
- B Tony Visconti
- C John Williams
7. What chart position did Lucie Silvas’ “Last Year” achieve in Spain?
- A Top 10
- B Top 20
- C Top 50
8. Which event was supported by the proceeds from McFly’s “All About You”?
- A BBC Children in Need
- B Live Aid
- C Comic Relief
9. What notable achievement did “Chinese Democracy” by Guns N’ Roses reach on the charts in Norway?
- A Number One
- B Top Five
- C Top Ten
10. When was “Mistakes and Regrets” by …And You Will Know Us by the Trail of Dead re-released on their album?
- A 2013
- B 2001
- C 2005
11. What UK chart position did “Back on the Radio” by The Hiss achieve?
- A Number 100
- B Number 77
- C Number 53
12. What was the placement of “Get Loose” by The D4 in John Peel’s Festive Fifty in 2002?
- A Number 10
- B Number 47
- C Number 88
For TWELVE “Look Ma, No Mike!” – Vintage 2000s Music Videos – week 46/52 – click here
Tracklist
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1 . The Strokes – Last NiteFeatured on the 2001 album “Is This It“.
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2 . The Ordinary Boys – Lonely At The TopFeatured on the 2006 album “How to Get Everything You Ever Wanted In Ten Easy Steps”.
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3 . Jimmy Eat World – Bleed AmericanFeatured on the 2001 album “Bleed American“.
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4 . Coldplay – Lost!Featured on the 2008 album “Viva la Vida or Death and All His Friends“.
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5 . A Perfect Circle – The HollowFeatured on the 2000 album “Mer de Noms”.
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6 . The Finn Brothers – Nothing Wrong With YouFeatured on the 2004 album “Everyone Is Here”.
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7 . Lucie Silvas – Last YearFeatured on the 2006 album “The Same Side”.
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8 . McFly – All About YouFeatured on the 2005 album “Wonderland”.
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9 . Guns N’ Roses – Chinese DemocracyFeatured on the 2008 album “Chinese Democracy”.
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10 . …And You Will Know Us By The Trail Of Dead – Mistakes And RegretsFeatured on the 1999 album “Madonna”.
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11 . The Hiss – Back On The RadioFeatured on the 2004 album “Panic Movement”. |
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12 . The D4 – Get LooseFeatured on the 2003 album “6Twenty”.
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And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. “American Girl” by Tom Petty inspired the iconic riff in The Strokes’ “Last Nite.” The homage received Petty’s approval, who later had the band open for him.
2. “Lonely at the Top” was co-written by Preston, one of the band members, showcasing their stylistic transition.
3. The album “Bleed American” was retitled after September 11 events to avoid potential insensitivity in naming during that period of heightened caution.
4. Coldplay’s “Lost!” exists in three variations: the original “Lost!”, “Lost?”, and “Lost+” featuring Jay-Z, highlighting their experimental promotions.
5. “The Hollow” by A Perfect Circle is defined by a 6/8 time signature, contributing to its unique musical feel within alternative rock frameworks.
6. Tony Visconti provided the orchestral arrangements for the Finn Brothers’ track, enhancing its dynamic and emotional layers.
7. In Spain, “Last Year” by Lucie Silvas reached the top 20, showing its relative international success compared to other regions.
8. Proceeds from McFly’s “All About You” supported Comic Relief, underscoring their charitable involvement and the single’s massive commercial success.
9. “Chinese Democracy” hit number one in Norway, marking a major milestone for Guns N’ Roses in reestablishing their musical presence.
10. “Mistakes and Regrets” was re-released in 2013 on their album “Madonna,” reinforcing the band’s penchant for revisiting prior works.
11. “Back on the Radio” by The Hiss did not achieve a significant UK chart position, reflecting the band’s niche but impactful appeal in indie rock.
12. “Get Loose” by The D4 landed at number 47 in John Peel’s Festive Fifty in 2002, indicating its niche popularity among dedicated listeners.
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