How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Spin Doctors, Rancid, Shakin’ Stevens, The Rolling Stones, Urge Overkill, Primal Scream, Rod Stewart, Level 42, Puressence, Biohazard, Mudhoney, Tears For Fears
They are the performers of twelve “live” music videos that were ranked in various charts, this week (33/52) BUT … in the Nineties 90s.
1. Which band’s debut album features the single released by Epic Records in October 1992?
- A Red Hot Chili Peppers
- B Spin Doctors
- C Soundgarden
2. Which event includes a track from a 1998 punk album by the American band mentioned?
- A Vans Warped Tour
- B Coachella
- C ESPN X-Games Pro Boarder
3. Which ingredient is metaphorically compared to kisses in Shakin’ Stevens’ 1990 single?
- A Pink Champagne
- B Red Wine
- C Champagne and Caviar
4. Which famous song influenced the bass groove of a 1997 track from the Bridges to Babylon album?
- A I Heard It Through the Grapevine
- B Papa Was a Rollin’ Stone
- C Dancing in the Street
5. Which world leader is repeatedly mentioned in the lyrics of Urge Overkill’s 1993 lead single?
- A Mikhail Gorbachev
- B Fidel Castro
- C Nelson Mandela
6. Which song, part of Primal Scream’s 1991 album, was featured in the Trainspotting #2 soundtrack?
- A Movin’ on Up
- B Higher than the Sun
- C Loaded
7. Which British artist released a single from the album A Spanner in the Works in August 1995?
- A Rod Stewart
- B Elton John
- C Phil Collins
8. Which member of Level 42 performed lead vocals on the verses of their 1991 jazz-funk single?
- A Mike Lindup
- B Mark King
- C Gary Husband
9. Which band member appears as a guest on a 1994 track by the band signed to Warner Bros. Records?
- A Ice-T
- B Sen Dog
- C Flavor Flav
10. Which vinyl color was not used for Mudhoney’s 1991 single?
- A Grey
- B Blue
- C Chartreuse
11. Which instrument did Jon Hassell play on the track released by Tears for Fears in 1990?
- A Saxophone
- B Trumpet
- C Piano
12. Which producer is not associated with the 1991 debut album by the band comprising Mudriczki, McDonald, etc.?
- A Rick Rubin
- B Clive Martin
- C George Martin
For TWELVE “Look Ma, No Mike!” – Vintage 90s Music Videos – week 33/52 – click here
Tracklist
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1 . Spin Doctors – Little Miss Can’t Be WrongFeatured on the 1991 album “Pocket Full of Kryptonite”.
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2 . Rancid – BloodclotFeatured on the 1998 album “Life Won’t Wait”.
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3 . Shakin’ Stevens – Pink ChampagneFeatured on the 1990 album “There Are Two Kinds Of Music… Rock ‘N’ Roll!”.
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4 . The Rolling Stones – Out Of ControlFeatured on the 1997 album “Bridges to Babylon“.
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5 . Urge Overkill – Sister HavanaFeatured on the 1993 album “Saturation”.
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6 . Primal Scream – Come TogetherFeatured on the 1990 album “Screamadelica“.
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7 . Rod Stewart – Lady LuckFeatured on the 1995 album “A Spanner in the Works”.
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8 . Level 42 – GuaranteedFeatured on the 1991 album “Guaranteed”.
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9 . Puressence – Casting Lazy ShadowsFeatured on the 1996 album “Puressence”.
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10 . Biohazard – How It IsFeatured on the 1994 album “State of the World Address”.
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11 . Mudhoney – Let It SlideFeatured on the 1991 album “Every Good Boy Deserves Fudge”. |
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12 . Tears For Fears – Famous Last WordsFeatured on the 1989 album “The Seeds of Love”.
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And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. The song is a track off the Spin Doctors’ debut album, Pocket Full of Kryptonite. It gained notable chart success in multiple countries.
2. Released in 1998, a track from the album Life Won’t Wait appeared in the ESPN X-Games Pro Boarder. It was part of the American punk scene’s intertwining with extreme sports culture.
3. Shakin’ Stevens metaphorically compares kisses to “Pink Champagne” in his 1990 single. The bubbly imagery aligns with the song’s title and lyrical theme.
4. The Rolling Stones’ song draws inspiration from “Papa Was a Rollin’ Stone.” Its bass-led groove reflects elements from the earlier track’s renowned style.
5. Urge Overkill’s 1993 single makes frequent lyrical references to Fidel Castro. Its quirky inclusion is part of the band’s alternative rock charm.
6. “Higher than the Sun” from Primal Scream’s album, was featured in the Trainspotting #2 soundtrack. Its distinct mixes and influence made it a memorable track.
7. Rod Stewart released this single from his album A Spanner in the Works. It was part of Stewart’s prolific 1995 repertoire.
8. Mark King performed lead vocals on the verses of the 1991 Level 42 single. His voice is a centerpiece of the band’s jazz-funk style.
9. Sen Dog of Cypress Hill features on a 1994 track by Biohazard. His guest appearance adds a distinct flavor to the collaboration.
10. Mudhoney’s 1991 single was not released on blue vinyl. Grey and chartreuse versions offered variety to collectors.
11. Jon Hassell played the trumpet on the Tears for Fears track. His contribution added a unique sound to the band’s musical palette.
12. The album, produced by Clive Martin, saw no association with Rick Rubin. Its debut sound captured the band’s early phase.
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