How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Michael Bublé, Rihanna, The Count & Sinden Featuring Mystery Jets, All Time Low, Frank Turner, Bars And Melody, The Gaslight Anthem, Jess Glynne, Twin Atlantic, Rumer, Coldplay, Emeli Sandé
They are the performers of twelve “live” music videos that ranked in various charts, this week (35/52) BUT … in the Tens 2010s.
1. Which TV show does Michael Bublé’s “Nobody But Me” music video reference?
- A The Dating Game
- B Match Game
- C The Newlywed Game
2. Which Avril Lavigne song is sampled in Rihanna’s single from the album “Loud”?
- A Complicated
- B I’m with You
- C Sk8er Boi
3. Which English band collaborated with The Count & Sinden on their single from MEGA MEGA MEGA?
- A Arctic Monkeys
- B Mystery Jets
- C Bloc Party
4. On which video games is All Time Low’s 2009 single available as downloadable content?
- A Guitar Hero 5 and Rock Band
- B Rocksmith and Band Hero
- C Just Dance 3 and SingStar
5. Whom does Frank Turner reference in his single from “England Keep My Bones”?
- A Elvis Presley and Johnny Cash
- B Jerry Lee Lewis and Johnny Cash
- C Buddy Holly and Jerry Lee Lewis
6. Which famous talent show did Bars and Melody compete in with their single “Hopeful”?
- A The X Factor
- B Britain’s Got Talent
- C The Voice UK
7. Which venue is featured in The Gaslight Anthem’s music video for their 2012 single?
- A The Stone Pony
- B Madison Square Garden
- C The Roxy Theatre
8. Which song marks Jess Glynne’s debut studio album “I Cry When I Laugh”?
- A Take Me Home
- B Hold My Hand
- C Don’t Be So Hard on Yourself
9. Which chart position did Twin Atlantic’s 2014 single achieve on the UK Singles Chart?
- A 54
- B 47
- C 39
10. Which BBC Radio accolade was given to Sarah Joyce’s single from “Seasons of My Soul”?
- A Record of the Month
- B Record of the Year
- C Record of the Week
11. Which producer collaborated with the band and Avicii on a track from “Ghost Stories”?
- A Brian Eno
- B Paul Epworth
- C Timbaland
12. During which major event did the Scottish singer-songwriter perform a hymn from 1847?
- A FIFA World Cup 2010
- B London 2012 Olympic Games
- C Royal Wedding 2011
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Tracklist
1 . Michael Bublé – Nobody But Me |
| The music video is directed by Isaac Rentz. |
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Featured on the 2016 album “Nobody but Me”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
2 . Rihanna – Cheers [Drink To That] |
| The music video is directed by Evan Rogers. |
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Featured on the 2010 album “Loud“. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
3 . The Count & Sinden Featuring Mystery Jets – After Dark |
| The music video is directed by Jo Apps. |
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Featured on the 2010 album “Mega Mega Mega”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
4 . All Time Low – Weightless |
| The music video is directed by Matthew Stawski. |
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Featured on the 2009 album “Nothing Personal”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
5 . Frank Turner – I Still Believe |
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Featured on the 2011 album “England Keep My Bones”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
6 . Bars And Melody – Hopeful |
| The music video is directed by Max & Dania. |
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7 . The Gaslight Anthem – “45” |
| The music video is directed by Giorgio Testi. |
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8 . Jess Glynne – Why Me |
| The music video is directed by Jo’lene Henry. |
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Featured on the 2015 album “I Cry When I Laugh”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
9 . Twin Atlantic – Brothers And Sisters |
| The music video is directed by Jim Canty.. |
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Featured on the 2014 album “Great Divide”. |
10 . Rumer – Slow |
| The music video is directed by Brett Sullivan. |
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Featured on the 2010 album “Seasons of My Soul”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
11 . Coldplay – A Sky Full Of Stars |
| The music video is directed by Mat Whitecross. |
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Featured on the 2014 album “Ghost Stories“. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
12 . Emeli Sandé – Abide With Me |
| The music video is directed by Iona Magnus. |
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Featured on the 2012 album “Our Version of Events“. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. The music video for “Nobody But Me” references “The Dating Game” with playful nods to the era’s quirky dating shows.
2. Rihanna’s single samples Avril Lavigne’s “I’m with You,” merging pop with rhythmic beats.
3. Mystery Jets provided vocals on The Count & Sinden’s track, blending indie sounds with electronic vibes.
4. The song is downloadable content in both Guitar Hero 5 and Rock Band, expanding its virtual presence.
5. Jerry Lee Lewis and Johnny Cash are invoked in the lyrics, echoing rock and country’s rebellious spirits.
6. Bars and Melody gained fame on “Britain’s Got Talent,” with Simon Cowell as their early champion.
7. The Gaslight Anthem’s video spotlights the iconic Stone Pony, a hub for live performances in Asbury Park.
8. “Hold My Hand” stands out on Jess Glynne’s debut album, setting the tone with pop flair.
9. Twin Atlantic’s track peaked at number 47, marking a modest chart presence in the UK.
10. Sarah Joyce’s single was chosen as BBC Radio 2’s Record of the Week, boosting its broadcast reach.
11. Co-produced with Avicii, the track features Paul Epworth’s touch blending electronic and live elements.
12. At the London 2012 Olympic Games, the singer performed “Abide with Me,” offering a solemn moment.
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