How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Laura Branigan, Johnny Clegg, Westworld, AC/DC, The Style Council, Pauline Murray, Elvis Costello & The Imposters, The Mission Uk, Deacon Blue, Girlschool, Thin Lizzy, Stiff Little Fingers
They are the performers of twelve “live” music videos that were ranked in various charts, this week (31/52) BUT … in the EIghties 80s.
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Tracklist
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1 . Laura Branigan – Shattered GlassFeatured on the 1987 album “Touch”.
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2 . Johnny Clegg – ImpiFeatured on the 1981 album “African Litany”.
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3 . Westworld – Where The Action IsFeatured on the 1987 album “Where the Action Is”.
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4 . AC/DC – Nervous ShakedownFeatured on the 1983 album “Flick of the Switch”.
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5 . The Style Council – How She Threw It All AwayFeatured on the 1988 album “Confessions of a Pop Group”.
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6 . Pauline Murray – Dream SequenceFeatured on the 1980 album “Pauline Murray and the Invisible Girls”.
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7 . Elvis Costello & The Imposters – Man Out Of TimeFeatured on the 1982 album “Imperial Bedroom“.
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8 . The Mission Uk – Garden Of DelightFeatured on the 1986 album “Garden Of Delight”.
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9 . Deacon Blue – Chocolate GirlFeatured on the 1988 album “Raintown”.
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10 . Girlschool – Race With The DevilFeatured on the 1980 album “Demolition”.
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11 . Thin Lizzy – The Sun Goes DownFeatured on the 1983 album “Thunder and Lightning”. |
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12 . Stiff Little Fingers – Back To Front
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And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. Stock Aitken Waterman, known for their catchy pop productions, teamed up with Laura Branigan for “Shattered Glass.” Known for fostering a dance-friendly sound, they helped craft Branigan’s return to dance music.
2. “Impi” recounts the tale of the Zulu victory at the Battle of Isandlwana in 1879. This historical clash was a rare triumph of indigenous forces over a colonial power, making its mark in South African and British history.
3. Westworld embraced a comic-book visual style for their “Where the Action Is” music video. The band’s glam rock elements combined with a unique aesthetic to underscore their vibrant pop-rock sound.
4. The rehearsal video for “Nervous Shakedown” was shot in Detroit. This version reflected AC/DC’s raw and powerful stage presence in a city famed for its music heritage.
5. “Confessions of a Pop Group” was The Style Council’s final album before disbanding. This release highlighted their eclectic musical direction blending pop, soul, and jazz.
6. Pauline Murray fashioned the lyrics of “Dream Sequence” from her own recurring dreams. This introspective approach marked a shift from her previous work’s straightforward punk themes.
7. “Man Out of Time” draws influence from a notorious British political scandal. Elvis Costello used evocative language reflecting personal and societal disillusionment.
8. The Mission UK’s “Garden Of Delight” evokes themes of desire and transformation. Wayne Hussey’s lyrics painted a vivid gothic rock tapestry resonating with longing and existential musings.
9. The remix of “Chocolate Girl” prominently features the pedal steel guitar. This choice accentuated the melancholy mood of Deacon Blue’s blues-infused pop rock track.
10. “Race With The Devil” was originally recorded by The Gun in 1968. Girlschool’s energetic cover brought a fresh, punky edge to the classic track with their twin-guitar attack.
11. Thin Lizzy’s “The Sun Goes Down” is a quintessential rock ballad. Its themes of deception and inevitability drift over a backdrop of somber keyboards and powerful vocals.
12. Stiff Little Fingers’ track “Back to Front” tackles football hooliganism. Their socially conscious lyrics highlight the band’s shift from Troubles-era commentary to broader cultural critiques.
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