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.
1. Which production team worked with Laura Branigan on her hit “Shattered Glass”?
- A The Neptunes
- B Stock Aitken Waterman
- C The RZA Crew
2. What historical event is referenced in Johnny Clegg’s song “Impi”?
- A The Battle of Isandlwana
- B The Battle of Gettysburg
- C The Battle of Hastings
3. Which visual style is notable in the Westworld music video for “Where the Action Is”?
- A Comic-book visual style
- B Neo-noir aesthetics
- C Steampunk motifs
4. Which city served as the location for filming the rehearsal video for AC/DC’s “Nervous Shakedown”?
- A Sydney
- B New York
- C Detroit
5. What was the final album The Style Council released before disbanding?
- A Our Favourite Shop
- B Cafe Bleu
- C Confessions of a Pop Group
6. From what did Pauline Murray draw inspiration for the lyrics of “Dream Sequence”?
- A Cosmic journeys
- B Personal dreams
- C Sci-fi novels
7. Which scandal indirectly influenced the lyrics of Elvis Costello’s “Man Out Of Time”?
- A A British political scandal
- B The Watergate affair
- C An art forgery scandal
8. What is the thematic imagery in The Mission UK’s song “Garden Of Delight”?
- A Urban decay
- B Pastoral landscapes
- C Desire and transformation
9. What instrument is prominently featured in the remix of Deacon Blue’s “Chocolate Girl”?
- A Synthesizer
- B Pedal steel guitar
- C Banjo
10. Which band originally recorded “Race With The Devil” before Girlschool covered it?
- A Metallica
- B The Gun
- C Led Zeppelin
11. What type of song is Thin Lizzy’s “The Sun Goes Down” categorically considered?
- A A punk anthem
- B A rock ballad
- C A disco track
12. Stiff Little Fingers’ “Back to Front” addresses which societal issue?
- A Political corruption
- B Environmental activism
- C Football hooliganism
For TWELVE “Look Ma, No Mike!” – Vintage 80s Music Videos – week 31/52 – click here
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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