How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Kasabian, Fall Out Boy, Feeder, Mànran, Raye, Mabel, Stefflon Don, Madness, Half Moon Run, Annie Lennox, Onerepublic, The Temper Trap, Ellie Goulding, Muse
They are the performers of twelve “live” music videos that ranked in various charts, this week (09/52) BUT … in the Tens 2010s.
1. Which notable event featured a cover performance of Dido’s “No Freedom”?
- A The Grammys
- B The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon
- C Glastonbury Festival
2. What is the theme of The Script’s “If You Could See Me Now”?
- A Friendship
- B Touring life
- C Loss of loved ones
3. Which chart milestone does “Giants” mark for Take That?
- A 24th UK top 20 single
- B First US top 10 hit
- C Second number-one album
4. Which factor influenced the writing of Sigrid’s “Don’t Kill My Vibe”?
- A Industry pressure
- B Travel struggles
- C Recording session frustration
5. What inspired the song “Cassy O'” by George Ezra?
- A A road trip
- B A train journey
- C A bike ride
6. Where is the music video for The Wanted’s “Lose My Mind” set?
- A New York
- B Miami
- C Coney Island
7. Which artist covered Kasabian’s “Goodbye Kiss” on BBC Radio 1’s Live Lounge?
- A Ed Sheeran
- B Lana Del Rey
- C Adele
8. Which festival is featured in the music video for Fall Out Boy’s “Hold Me Tight or Don’t”?
- A Mardi Gras
- B Día de Muertos
- C Coachella
9. How did Feeder’s “Borders” make UK chart history?
- A First to top the charts in both digital and physical formats
- B First cassette single in UK Top 75 since 2004
- C Highest debut single in 2012
10. What cultural contribution is Mànran’s “Latha Math” known for?
- A Bringing bagpipes to mainstream pop
- B First Gaelic song to enter UK Top 40 in 21st century
- C Showcasing Scottish rock abroad
11. Which genre blend characterizes “Cigarette” by RAYE, Mabel, and Stefflon Don?
- A Soul and rock
- B Tropical pop and rap
- C Classical and jazz
12. What story does Madness’s “Never Knew Your Name” convey?
- A An inevitable breakup
- B A missed connection
- C A nostalgic reunion
Tracklist
1 . Kasabian – Goodbye Kiss |
| The music video is directed by Brendan Walter. |
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Featured on the 2011 album “Velociraptor!”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
2 . Fall Out Boy – Hold Me Tight Or Don’t |
| The music video is directed by MM. |
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Featured on the 2017 album “M A N I A”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
3 . Feeder – Borders |
| The music video is directed by Rachel Hendry. |
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Featured on the 2012 album “Generation Freakshow”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
4 . Mànran – Latha Math |
| The music video is directed by Jackson Ducasse. |
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Featured on the 2011 album “Mànran”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
5 . Raye, Mabel, Stefflon Don – Cigarette |
| The music video is directed by Duncan Brown. |
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6 . Madness – Never Knew Your Name |
| The music video is directed by Kaveh Nabatian, Conner Molander. |
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Featured on the 2012 album “Oui Oui Si Si Ja Ja Da Da”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
7 . Half Moon Run – Full Circle |
| The music video is directed by Natalie Johns, Marc Ritzema. |
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Featured on the 2012 album “Dark Eyes”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
8 . Annie Lennox – I Put A Spell On You |
| The music video is directed by Michael Muller. |
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Featured on the 2014 album “Nostalgia“. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
9 . OneRepublic – If I Lose Myself |
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Featured on the 2013 album “Native”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
10 . The Temper Trap – Fader |
| The music video is directed by Yuliya Miroshnikova. |
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Featured on the 2009 album “Conditions”. |
11 . Ellie Goulding – Explosions |
| The music video is directed by Wayne Isham. |
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Featured on the 2012 album “Halcyon”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
12 . Muse – Resistance |
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Featured on the 2009 album “The Resistance“. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. Dido’s “No Freedom” was notably performed on “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon” as a tribute to Las Vegas shooting victims by Miley Cyrus and Adam Sandler. The song’s themes resonated as a tribute in the aftermath of the tragic event.
2. “If You Could See Me Now” by The Script addresses the emotions of loss and remembering loved ones who have passed away. The song reflects on Danny O’Donoghue and Mark Sheehan’s personal experiences with their late parents.
3. “Giants” marked Take That’s 24th UK top 20 single, illustrating their continued success in the British music scene. This accomplishment further cemented their strong presence in the UK’s musical landscape over the decades.
4. Sigrid’s “Don’t Kill My Vibe” was inspired by her frustration during a recording session. During the session, Sigrid felt her opinions were being overlooked, leading to the empowering theme of the song about not letting others diminish her voice.
5. George Ezra’s “Cassy O'” is inspired by a train journey across Europe. During his travels, Ezra experienced a realization about journeys ending, which influenced the song’s tongue-in-cheek verses.
6. The Wanted’s music video for “Lose My Mind” is set in Coney Island, depicting the band members engaged in activities at an amusement park. The video adds a playful element to the song’s storyline.
7. Lana Del Rey covered Kasabian’s “Goodbye Kiss” for BBC Radio 1’s Live Lounge, offering a stripped-down performance with acoustic guitars and piano. Her rendition gained popularity, highlighting the song’s emotional depth.
8. Fall Out Boy’s “Hold Me Tight or Don’t” music video features the Día de Muertos festival. The vibrant setting reflects the song’s lively blend of tropical house, reggae, and Europop influences.
9. “Borders” by Feeder made UK chart history as the first UK Top 75 single to.include cassette sales since 2004. This marked a nostalgic return to physical formats in the digital age.
10. With “Latha Math,” Mànran aimed to make history as the first Gaelic song to enter the UK Top 40 in the 21st century. Although it peaked at Number 61, the release drew significant attention for promoting Gaelic culture.
11. “Cigarette” by RAYE, Mabel, and Stefflon Don is characterized by a blend of tropical pop and rap. The song features steel pans and a patois-laden verse, showcasing a trending style in contemporary pop music.
12. Madness’s “Never Knew Your Name” tells the story of a missed connection at a nightclub. The song’s narrative is complemented by the band’s lyrical ability to create relatable stories even in their later works.
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