How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Foreigner, Paul Simon, Crazyhead, The Rolling Stones, The Pogues, AC/DC, Inspiral Carpets, The The, Tracy Chapman, Billy Bragg, John Mellencamp, Bon Jovi
They are the performers of twelve “live” music videos that were ranked in various charts, this week (36/52) BUT … in the EIghties 80s.
1. What genre influences Placebo’s “Taste in Men”?
- A Classical
- B Electronic rock
- C Jazz
2. Who contributed to the lyrics of “Love Me Like You Do”?
- A Ellie Goulding
- B Max Martin
- C Taylor Swift
3. What unique format was Crazyhead’s “Rags” released in?
- A 7″ vinyl
- B 12″ picture disc
- C Cassette
4. Which chart position did Maxwell’s “Ascension (Don’t Ever Wonder)” achieve on the Billboard R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart?
- A Seven
- B Five
- C Eight
5. The Pogues’ song references which area in London?
- A Soho
- B White City
- C Camden
6. Who wrote “Misunderstanding” by Genesis?
- A Tony Banks
- B Mike Rutherford
- C Phil Collins
7. What tempo characterizes Deno’s “Change”?
- A 120 BPM
- B 150 BPM
- C 171 BPM
8. Paul Young’s hit was originally a B-side for which Marvin Gaye single?
- A “How Sweet It Is”
- B “Too Busy Thinking ‘Bout My Baby”
- C “What’s Going On”
9. Which artist’s track, produced by Oji Pierce, samples Kool & the Gang?
- A Deno
- B Montell Jordan
- C Usher
10. Usher’s “Burn” achieved what certification in the US?
- A Gold
- B Platinum
- C Diamond
11. John Mellencamp’s “Paper in Fire” was the first single from which album?
- A Scarecrow
- B American Fool
- C The Lonesome Jubilee
12. What is found on the B-side of Calvin Harris’s “Merrymaking at My Place”?
- A “Acceptable in the 80s”
- B “Wild Scenes”
- C “Disco Heat”
Tracklist
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1 . Foreigner – UrgentFeatured on the 1981 album “4“.
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2 . Paul Simon – Late In The EveningFeatured on the 1980 album “One-Trick Pony“.
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3 . Crazyhead – RagsFeatured on the 1988 album “Desert Orchid”.
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4 . The Rolling Stones – Mixed EmotionsFeatured on the 1989 album “Steel Wheels“.
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5 . The Pogues – White CityFeatured on the 1989 album “Peace and Love”.
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6 . AC/DC – You Shook Me All Night LongFeatured on the 1980 album “Back in Black“.
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7 . Inspiral Carpets – Find Out Why
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8 . The The – This Is The DayFeatured on the 1983 album “Soul Mining“.
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9 . Tracy Chapman – Talkin’ Bout A RevolutionFeatured on the 1988 album “Tracy Chapman“.
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10 . Billy Bragg – Waiting For The Great Leap ForwardFeatured on the 1988 album “Workers Playtime”.
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11 . John Mellencamp – Paper In FireFeatured on the 1987 album “The Lonesome Jubilee“. |
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12 . Bon Jovi – The Hardest Part Is The NightFeatured on the 1985 album “7800° Fahrenheit”.
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And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. “Taste in Men” is heavily influenced by electronic rock. Placebo gives a nod to electronic sounds woven within their alternative rock framework.
2. “Love Me Like You Do” features lyrical contributions from Max Martin. Ellie Goulding performed the song, making it a worldwide hit.
3. Crazyhead’s “Rags” was uniquely issued on a 12″ picture disc. This format adds visual appeal to their already vibrant rock sound.
4. “Ascension (Don’t Ever Wonder)” by Maxwell reached number eight on the Billboard R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart. A blend of genres marked its appeal.
5. White City, West London, serves as the reference point in The Pogues’ track. The song nods to the area’s historical shifts.
6. Written by Phil Collins, “Misunderstanding” showcases Genesis’s pop prowess. Phil also lent his voice and drumming to the track.
7. “Change” by Deno rides at a brisk 171 BPM. This tempo helps underscore the energetic style typical of this collaboration.
8. Paul Young’s rendition stems from the B-side of Marvin Gaye’s “Too Busy Thinking ‘Bout My Baby”. It’s a soulful transformation.
9. Montell Jordan’s track included a sample from Kool & the Gang. The familiar riff set the tone for a summer anthem.
10. “Burn” by Usher achieved a Platinum certification in the US. It found commercial success following “Yeah!”.
11. “Paper in Fire” was the first single off The Lonesome Jubilee. Mellencamp’s fusion of rock and folk brought the album to life.
12. Calvin Harris’s single features “Wild Scenes” as its B-side. The track adds a club-ready energy complementing “Merrymaking at My Place”.
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