How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Alphabeat, 10,000 Things, O-Town, The Music, Longwave, Boy Kill Boy, The Hives, Towers Of London, Magic Numbers, The Polyphonic Spree, Death From Above 1979, Amen
They are the performers of twelve “live” music videos that were ranked in various charts, this week (08/52) BUT … in the Noughties 2000s.
1. What film featured The Hives’ song “Hate to Say I Told You So” on its soundtrack?
- A The Matrix
- B Spider-Man
- C Ocean’s Eleven
2. Which chart did “I’m A Rat” top after its release?
- A UK Singles Chart
- B UK Physical Singles Chart
- C UK Independent Singles Chart
3. How many pairs of siblings are in The Magic Numbers?
- A One
- B Three
- C Two
4. Which Tim Burton film helped popularize “Light and Day” by The Polyphonic Spree?
- A Big Fish
- B Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind
- C Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
5. What award did the “Blood on Our Hands” music video win?
- A VideoFACT award
- B MTV Music Award
- C Grammy Award
6. Which band did Amen tour with in support of “Too Hard To Be Free”?
- A The Offspring
- B Slipknot
- C Metallica
7. Which chart position did Zhané’s “Shame” peak at on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Airplay chart?
- A Number 13
- B Number 24
- C Number 31
8. What distinguishes Deni Hines’ song “Delicious” in terms of musical collaboration?
- A A duet with Jon Bon Jovi
- B Features British singer Don-E
- C Produced by Quincy Jones
9. Who features with a saxophone solo on Shanice’s “I Love Your Smile”?
- A Kenny G
- B David Sanborn
- C Branford Marsalis
10. What was the highest chart position reached by Kleshay’s single “Rush”?
- A Number 33
- B Number 19
- C Number 5
11. Which record label released the single “The Whistler” by Honky?
- A ZTT Records
- B Factory Records
- C Virgin Records
12. What project was the Young Disciples’ song “Apparently Nothin'” featured in for a charitable cause?
- A Band Aid
- B Red Hot + Dance
- C Live Earth
For TWELVE “Look Ma, No Mike!” – Vintage 2000s Music Videos – week 08/52 – click here
Tracklist
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1 . Alphabeat – FascinationFeatured on the 2007 album “Alphabeat”.
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2 . 10,000 Things – Foodchain
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3 . O-Town – Love Should Be A CrimeFeatured on the 2001 album “O-Town”.
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4 . The Music – The Truth Is No WordsFeatured on the 2002 album “The Music”.
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5 . Longwave – Everywhere You TurnFeatured on the 2003 album “The Strangest Things”.
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6 . Boy Kill Boy – Back AgainFeatured on the 2006 album “Civilian”.
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7 . The Hives – Hate To Say I Told You SoFeatured on the 2000 album “Veni Vidi Vicious”.
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8 . Towers Of London – I’m A RatFeatured on the 2006 album “Blood, Sweat and Towers “.
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9 . Magic Numbers – I See You See MeFeatured on the 2005 album “The Magic Numbers”.
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10 . The Polyphonic Spree – Light And DayFeatured on the 2002 album “The Beginning Stages of…”.
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11 . Death From Above 1979 – Blood On Our HandsFeatured on the 2004 album “You’re a Woman, I’m a Machine”. |
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12 . Amen – Too Hard To Be FreeFeatured on the 2000 album “We Have Come For Your Parents”.
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And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. “Hate to Say I Told You So” was featured in the film “Spider-Man.” Its catchy and energetic style complemented the film’s contemporary rock soundtrack.
2. “I’m A Rat” topped the UK Independent Singles Chart. Towers of London achieved a notable presence in the indie scene during the mid-2000s.
3. The Magic Numbers include two pairs of siblings. This unique lineup contributes to their harmonious and familial sound.
4. Despite Tim Burton’s signature style, “Light and Day” popularized through “Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind,” known for its unconventional narrative.
5. The music video for “Blood on Our Hands” won a VideoFACT award. The recognition marked a career highlight for Death From Above 1979.
6. Amen toured with Slipknot. Their intense and provocative style resonated with fans of metal and hard rock during that era.
7. On the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Airplay chart, Zhané’s “Shame” reached number 13. The track showcased the duo’s R&B vocal prowess.
8. “Delicious” features British singer Don-E. This international collaboration blended R&B and pop sensibilities.
9. Branford Marsalis plays the saxophone solo on “I Love Your Smile.” This feature added a distinctive jazz touch to the hit single.
10. Kleshay’s “Rush” peaked at number 19 on the UK Singles Chart. It marked their highest achievement before their disbandment.
11. “The Whistler” by Honky was released on ZTT Records, known for its experimental approach in the music industry during the 1990s.
12. “Apparently Nothin'” was part of the “Red Hot + Dance” project, a compilation supporting AIDS charities through music sales and awareness.
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