1) “Worst That Could Happen,” Brooklyn Bridge
2) “Playground In My Mind,” Clint Holmes
3) Footloose
4) Maria Muldaur
5) Carefree Highway
6) Jan Hammer
7) Glenn Frey
8) Cutting Crew, “(I Just) Died In Your Arms Tonight”
9) Suzanne Vega, “Luka”
10) Indigo Girls
Monday, June 30, 2008
Questions (#32): Wednesday, July 2, 2008
1) Identify the song and the artist from these lyrics.
(5 points each) 10
Girl, I heard you're getting married
Heard you're getting married, this time you're really sure
And this is the end, they say you really mean it
This guy's the one that makes you feel so safe, so sane and so secure
2) This artist hit #2 with a song styled similar to a nursery rhyme, complete with a kid singing on a small part of the song in 1973. It was abominable, and oh yeah, I never heard from this guy again (thankful for small miracles). Name the song and artist.
(5 points each) 20
3) Name the movie soundtrack that has recordings on it by Karla Bonoff, Denise Williams and Kenny Loggins.
(10 points) 30
4) She spent her “Midnight At The Oasis.” Who is she?
(10 points) 40
5) This song was from Gordon Lightfoot’s Sundown LP. He got the idea from a road sign he saw just north of Phoenix. He wrote down the words on the road sign and put them in his suitcase, where it stayed for 8 months. What was the name of that song?
(10 points) 50
6) Who wrote and performed the theme from Miami Vice (television show)?
(10 points) 60
7) Speaking of Miami Vice, one of the Eagles was good friends with Don Johnson and starred in an episode during the show,s first season. Which Eagle was it?
(10 points) 70
8) Vocalist Nick Van Eede formed this group with guitarist Kevin Scott MacMichael and was joined by Colin Farley on bass and drummer Martin Beadle. Their biggest hit came in 1987. Name the group and the hit.
(5 points each) 80
9) This song also charted in 1987 at #3 and remains her highest chart position for her career. It was written from the perspective of an abused child who tries their best to understand the situation. Name the artist and the song title.
(5 points each) 90
10) Who sings “Closer To Fine?”
(10 points) 100
(5 points each) 10
Girl, I heard you're getting married
Heard you're getting married, this time you're really sure
And this is the end, they say you really mean it
This guy's the one that makes you feel so safe, so sane and so secure
2) This artist hit #2 with a song styled similar to a nursery rhyme, complete with a kid singing on a small part of the song in 1973. It was abominable, and oh yeah, I never heard from this guy again (thankful for small miracles). Name the song and artist.
(5 points each) 20
3) Name the movie soundtrack that has recordings on it by Karla Bonoff, Denise Williams and Kenny Loggins.
(10 points) 30
4) She spent her “Midnight At The Oasis.” Who is she?
(10 points) 40
5) This song was from Gordon Lightfoot’s Sundown LP. He got the idea from a road sign he saw just north of Phoenix. He wrote down the words on the road sign and put them in his suitcase, where it stayed for 8 months. What was the name of that song?
(10 points) 50
6) Who wrote and performed the theme from Miami Vice (television show)?
(10 points) 60
7) Speaking of Miami Vice, one of the Eagles was good friends with Don Johnson and starred in an episode during the show,s first season. Which Eagle was it?
(10 points) 70
8) Vocalist Nick Van Eede formed this group with guitarist Kevin Scott MacMichael and was joined by Colin Farley on bass and drummer Martin Beadle. Their biggest hit came in 1987. Name the group and the hit.
(5 points each) 80
9) This song also charted in 1987 at #3 and remains her highest chart position for her career. It was written from the perspective of an abused child who tries their best to understand the situation. Name the artist and the song title.
(5 points each) 90
10) Who sings “Closer To Fine?”
(10 points) 100
Saturday, June 28, 2008
Answers (#31): Tuesday, July 1, 2008
1) Phil Seymour
2) "Crying In The Night"
3) Nick Gilder
4) Levon Helm
5) “Spiders & Snakes,” Jim Stafford
6) Free Movement, “I’ve Found Someone Of My Own”
7) Fanny
8) New Colony Six
9) Bobby Rydell
10) Power Station
2) "Crying In The Night"
3) Nick Gilder
4) Levon Helm
5) “Spiders & Snakes,” Jim Stafford
6) Free Movement, “I’ve Found Someone Of My Own”
7) Fanny
8) New Colony Six
9) Bobby Rydell
10) Power Station
Questions (#31): Monday, June 30, 2008
1) In 1981, he had a hit with “Precious To Me.” Who is he?
(10 points) 10
2) Can you identify this song by these lyrics from their self-titled, debut album in 1974? The song was sung by two very popular people who first started performing as a duo, then moved on to mega stardom as part of a group and finally had individual solo careers with occasional reunions.
(10 points for the name of the song) 20
Say you needed someone to depend on
You're all alone
She's the only one
Who can come take you far away
Take your breath away
3) He has written songs for Patty Smyth, Bette Midler, Joe Cocker and Pat Benatar. In 1984, the band Scandal scored a Number #1 hit with “The Warrior,” which he co-wrote with Holly Knight. He’s also had hits of his own. Who is he?
(10 points) 30
4) In 2007, he released a CD titled “Dirt Farmer.” He’s been an actor and a drummer. Who is he?
(10 points) 40
5) This song was a huge hit in 1974, but it gave me the creeps because I hated its subject matter, which happened to be insects and reptiles. The artist still performs today in Branson, MO, and was very popular in the mid 70s. Name the title and artist.
(5 points each) 50
6) This R&B vocal group was founded in 1970 in Los Angeles: Godoy Colbert, Josephine Brown, Cheryl Conley, Jennifer Gates, Adrian Jefferson, and Claude Jefferson. They were on Decca Records and they had a big hit with their debut single in 1971 that went to #5, but their second single failed to hit the Top 40. Name the group and the song.
(5 points each) 60
7) They were the forerunners to the Go-Gos, the Bangles, and the Runaways. They performed on the Sonny & Cher show in September of 1971. They were one of the first female rock bands and they hit the Top 40 twice, once in 1971 and again in 1975. Who are they?
(10 points) 70
8) In 1969, “Things I’d Like To Say” was a hit for what group?
(10 points) 80
9) His peers were Frankie Avalon, Fabian and Pat Boone. He had a #4 hit with “Volare” and a #14 hit with “Sway,” but Beatlemania pretty much ended his hit making days. Who is he?
(10 points) 90
10) Identify this “supergroup”: Robert Palmer, John Taylor, Andy Taylor and Tony Thompson.
(10 points) 100
(10 points) 10
2) Can you identify this song by these lyrics from their self-titled, debut album in 1974? The song was sung by two very popular people who first started performing as a duo, then moved on to mega stardom as part of a group and finally had individual solo careers with occasional reunions.
(10 points for the name of the song) 20
Say you needed someone to depend on
You're all alone
She's the only one
Who can come take you far away
Take your breath away
3) He has written songs for Patty Smyth, Bette Midler, Joe Cocker and Pat Benatar. In 1984, the band Scandal scored a Number #1 hit with “The Warrior,” which he co-wrote with Holly Knight. He’s also had hits of his own. Who is he?
(10 points) 30
4) In 2007, he released a CD titled “Dirt Farmer.” He’s been an actor and a drummer. Who is he?
(10 points) 40
5) This song was a huge hit in 1974, but it gave me the creeps because I hated its subject matter, which happened to be insects and reptiles. The artist still performs today in Branson, MO, and was very popular in the mid 70s. Name the title and artist.
(5 points each) 50
6) This R&B vocal group was founded in 1970 in Los Angeles: Godoy Colbert, Josephine Brown, Cheryl Conley, Jennifer Gates, Adrian Jefferson, and Claude Jefferson. They were on Decca Records and they had a big hit with their debut single in 1971 that went to #5, but their second single failed to hit the Top 40. Name the group and the song.
(5 points each) 60
7) They were the forerunners to the Go-Gos, the Bangles, and the Runaways. They performed on the Sonny & Cher show in September of 1971. They were one of the first female rock bands and they hit the Top 40 twice, once in 1971 and again in 1975. Who are they?
(10 points) 70
8) In 1969, “Things I’d Like To Say” was a hit for what group?
(10 points) 80
9) His peers were Frankie Avalon, Fabian and Pat Boone. He had a #4 hit with “Volare” and a #14 hit with “Sway,” but Beatlemania pretty much ended his hit making days. Who is he?
(10 points) 90
10) Identify this “supergroup”: Robert Palmer, John Taylor, Andy Taylor and Tony Thompson.
(10 points) 100
Wednesday, June 25, 2008
Answers (#30): Saturday, June 28, 2008
1) Blues Image, “Ride Captain Ride”
2) El Chicano
3) Chris Rea, “Fool (If You Think It’s Over)”
4) Billy Joel
5) Robert Palmer, Simply Irresistable”
6) Al Wilson, “Show & Tell,” “Touch & Go”
7) Crazy Elephant
8) Rubicon
9) Luther Vandross & Janet Jackson, Calms Dion & Peabo Bryson, Patti Labelle & Michael McDonald, Carl Anderson & Gloria Loring, Phil Collins & Philip Bailey
10) Billy Ocean, Teena Marie
2) El Chicano
3) Chris Rea, “Fool (If You Think It’s Over)”
4) Billy Joel
5) Robert Palmer, Simply Irresistable”
6) Al Wilson, “Show & Tell,” “Touch & Go”
7) Crazy Elephant
8) Rubicon
9) Luther Vandross & Janet Jackson, Calms Dion & Peabo Bryson, Patti Labelle & Michael McDonald, Carl Anderson & Gloria Loring, Phil Collins & Philip Bailey
10) Billy Ocean, Teena Marie
Questions (#30): Friday, June 27, 2008
1) This group was formed in 1966 from Tampa, FL and had their biggest success in the spring of 1970. They consisted of Mike Pinera (vocals, guitar), Manuel Bertematti (vocals, drums), Joe Lala (vocals, precussion), Malcom Jones (bass) and Frank Konte (keyboards). What was their name and notable hit?
(5 points each) 10
2) They hit the charts with “Viva Tirado, Part I” (#28) in 1970 and “Tell Her She’s Lovely” (#40) in 1973 (and as an added hint, toured with Rod Stewart & Faces and Three Dog Night when I saw them in the summer of 1972). Who are they?
(10 points) 20
3) His debut album was released in 1978 and was titled Whatever Happened To Benny Santini. His first single from that album is his biggest hit in the US, reaching #12 on the charts. What is his name and the title of his hit?
(5 points each) 30
4) This artist’s early albums had titles like Cold Spring Harbor (1971), Streetlife Serenade (1974) and Turnstiles (1976). He had a huge hit in 1973, but his career didn’t really take off until 1977. Who is he?
(10 points) 40
5) Identify the artist and song title by these lyrics:
(5 points each) 50
Her methods are inscrutable
The proof is irrefutable, ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh
She’s so completely kissable, huh
Our lives are indivisible
6) He had hits in the late 60s with “The Snake” and a cover of Johnny Rivers’ “Poor Side Of Town,” but his biggest hit came in 1973. In early 1974, he tried to capitalize on his hit by releasing another song that was exactly like the previous one and it didn’t make it. What is the artist’s name, the name of his huge hit in 1973 and the name of his failure in 1974?
(4 points for artist’s name, 3 points each for the song titles) 60
7) Who sang “Gimme Gimme Good Lovin” in 1969?
(10 points) 70
8) In the late 70s, there was a group made up of former members of Sly & the Family Stone and future members of Night Ranger. They had a mild hit with “I’m Gonna Take Care Of Everything” (which you can hear on You Tube – it’s excellent). What was this group’s name?
(10 points) 80
9) Name these duet partners:
(2 points each) 90
“The Best Things In Life Are Free”
“Beauty And The Beast”
“On My Own”
“Friends And Lovers”
“Easy Lover”
10) In 1985 the songs “Lover Boy” and “Lover Girl” were popular. Who were the artists?
(5 points each) 100
(5 points each) 10
2) They hit the charts with “Viva Tirado, Part I” (#28) in 1970 and “Tell Her She’s Lovely” (#40) in 1973 (and as an added hint, toured with Rod Stewart & Faces and Three Dog Night when I saw them in the summer of 1972). Who are they?
(10 points) 20
3) His debut album was released in 1978 and was titled Whatever Happened To Benny Santini. His first single from that album is his biggest hit in the US, reaching #12 on the charts. What is his name and the title of his hit?
(5 points each) 30
4) This artist’s early albums had titles like Cold Spring Harbor (1971), Streetlife Serenade (1974) and Turnstiles (1976). He had a huge hit in 1973, but his career didn’t really take off until 1977. Who is he?
(10 points) 40
5) Identify the artist and song title by these lyrics:
(5 points each) 50
Her methods are inscrutable
The proof is irrefutable, ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh
She’s so completely kissable, huh
Our lives are indivisible
6) He had hits in the late 60s with “The Snake” and a cover of Johnny Rivers’ “Poor Side Of Town,” but his biggest hit came in 1973. In early 1974, he tried to capitalize on his hit by releasing another song that was exactly like the previous one and it didn’t make it. What is the artist’s name, the name of his huge hit in 1973 and the name of his failure in 1974?
(4 points for artist’s name, 3 points each for the song titles) 60
7) Who sang “Gimme Gimme Good Lovin” in 1969?
(10 points) 70
8) In the late 70s, there was a group made up of former members of Sly & the Family Stone and future members of Night Ranger. They had a mild hit with “I’m Gonna Take Care Of Everything” (which you can hear on You Tube – it’s excellent). What was this group’s name?
(10 points) 80
9) Name these duet partners:
(2 points each) 90
“The Best Things In Life Are Free”
“Beauty And The Beast”
“On My Own”
“Friends And Lovers”
“Easy Lover”
10) In 1985 the songs “Lover Boy” and “Lover Girl” were popular. Who were the artists?
(5 points each) 100
Tuesday, June 24, 2008
Answers (#29): Thursday, June 26, 2008
1) Benny Mardones
2) Stylistics
3) Percy Faith, Animal House
4) Anita Bryant, Marie Osmond
5) “Back Door Man”
6) “Let Your Love Go,” Bread
7) Skylark
8) Joe Tex
9) Journey
10) Amy Grant
2) Stylistics
3) Percy Faith, Animal House
4) Anita Bryant, Marie Osmond
5) “Back Door Man”
6) “Let Your Love Go,” Bread
7) Skylark
8) Joe Tex
9) Journey
10) Amy Grant
Questions (#29): Wednesday, June 25, 2008
1) He is still considered a one hit wonder, but his hit “Into The Night” has charted twice – once in 1980 and again in 1989. Who is he?
(10 points) 10
2) This vocal group was in their prime from 1970 – 1976 and was primarily a product of Thom Bell’s production. Original members included James Dunn, Herbie Murrell, James Smith, Airrion Love and Russell Thomkins Jr. So as not to mislead you, they sang in configurations of four members and five members. Who are they?
(10 points) 20
3) His “Theme from A Summer Place” is a classic in many movies besides A Summer Place. Can you name the artist and the movie starring John Belushi that also used the song?
(5 points each) 30
4) What two female artists each had hits with the song “Paper Roses?” (Hint: the first was in 1960, the second was in 1973)
(5 points each) 40
5) This is a blues song written by Willie Dixon for Howlin’ Wolf, released on Chess Records as a B-side to “Wang Dang Doodle” in 1961. The Doors also did a cover. What is the title?
(10 points) 50
6) Identify the song and the artist from these lyrics.
(5 points each) 60
I made a motion and it’s out on the floor
And it’s a notion that I’d love to explore
Cause I been tastin’ the love you been wastin’
So baby wont you give it to me...
7) They had a hit in 1973 with “Wildflower.” Who were they?
(10 points) 70
8) This southern soul singer released the single “I Gotcha” in 1972. The song was mildly amusing. Who is he?
(10 points) 80
9) This band has been eligible for induction into the Rock ‘n Roll Hall of Fame since 2000, but only one member (Gregg Rolie) has been inducted and that’s because he was formerly a member of Santana. Who are they?
(10 points) 90
10) She released an album by the title of Simple Things in 2003. Who is she?
(10 points) 100
(10 points) 10
2) This vocal group was in their prime from 1970 – 1976 and was primarily a product of Thom Bell’s production. Original members included James Dunn, Herbie Murrell, James Smith, Airrion Love and Russell Thomkins Jr. So as not to mislead you, they sang in configurations of four members and five members. Who are they?
(10 points) 20
3) His “Theme from A Summer Place” is a classic in many movies besides A Summer Place. Can you name the artist and the movie starring John Belushi that also used the song?
(5 points each) 30
4) What two female artists each had hits with the song “Paper Roses?” (Hint: the first was in 1960, the second was in 1973)
(5 points each) 40
5) This is a blues song written by Willie Dixon for Howlin’ Wolf, released on Chess Records as a B-side to “Wang Dang Doodle” in 1961. The Doors also did a cover. What is the title?
(10 points) 50
6) Identify the song and the artist from these lyrics.
(5 points each) 60
I made a motion and it’s out on the floor
And it’s a notion that I’d love to explore
Cause I been tastin’ the love you been wastin’
So baby wont you give it to me...
7) They had a hit in 1973 with “Wildflower.” Who were they?
(10 points) 70
8) This southern soul singer released the single “I Gotcha” in 1972. The song was mildly amusing. Who is he?
(10 points) 80
9) This band has been eligible for induction into the Rock ‘n Roll Hall of Fame since 2000, but only one member (Gregg Rolie) has been inducted and that’s because he was formerly a member of Santana. Who are they?
(10 points) 90
10) She released an album by the title of Simple Things in 2003. Who is she?
(10 points) 100
Sunday, June 22, 2008
Answers (#28): Tuesday, June 24, 2008
1) Aretha Franklin & George Michael
Linda Ronstadt & James Ingram
Michael Jackson & Siedah Garrett
Pet Shop Boys & Dusty Springfield
Ann Wilson & Robin Zander
2) Will To Power, Baby I Love Your Way/Freebird
3) Phil Collins, A Groovy Kind Of Love
4) “Sultans of Swing”
5) “Best of My Love,” Eagles, Emotions
6) “Gonna Fly Now,” Bill Conti
7) Climax Blues Band
8) Strawberry Letter 23, Brothers Johnson
9) Box Tops
10) The Letterman
Linda Ronstadt & James Ingram
Michael Jackson & Siedah Garrett
Pet Shop Boys & Dusty Springfield
Ann Wilson & Robin Zander
2) Will To Power, Baby I Love Your Way/Freebird
3) Phil Collins, A Groovy Kind Of Love
4) “Sultans of Swing”
5) “Best of My Love,” Eagles, Emotions
6) “Gonna Fly Now,” Bill Conti
7) Climax Blues Band
8) Strawberry Letter 23, Brothers Johnson
9) Box Tops
10) The Letterman
Questions (#28): Monday, June 23, 2008
1) Name these duet partners.
(2 points each) 10
“I Knew You Were Waiting (For Me)”
“Somewhere Out There”
“I Just Can’t Stop Loving You”
“What Have I Done To Deserve This”
“Surrender To Me”
2) For the week of December 3, 1988, they had the Number #1 song in the land with their abysmal medley of what two songs? Name the artist and the medley.
(5 points each) 20
3) He sang this song for the movie Buster in 1988. The song was originally released in 1965 and was a hit for the Mindbenders. Name the artist and song.
(5 points each) 30
4) This song is the story of the diverse members of a blue collar jazz band who just want to play their sound in a quaint little English club and could not care less about their popularity. One of their members is Guitar George. What is the name of the song? (Hint: is was a hit in 1979).
(10 points) 40
5) Both groups had a Number #1 song with this song title, but the songs were two completely different songs. The first was a hit in 1975. The second was a hit in 1977. Name the song title and the two different artists. (Hint: I’m torn because I think it may be too hard, so here it is – both groups name starts with the same letter).
(4 points for the title, 3 points each for the artists) 50
6) What is the formal name for the theme from Rocky and who is credited for the original soundtrack performance?
(5 points each) 60
7) This band just “Couldn’t Get It Right.” Who are they?
(10 points) 70
8) Identify the song and the artist by these lyrics.
(5 points each) 80
All through the morning rain
I gaze - the sun doesn't shine
Rainbows and waterfalls run through my mind
In the garden - I see west
Purple shower, bells and tea
Orange birds and river cousins dressed in green
9) Who are Danny Smythe (drums), John Evans (guitar, keyboards, backing vocals), Alex Chilton (lead vocals, guitar), Bill Cunningham (bass guitar, keyboards, backing vocals) and Gary Talley (lead guitar, electric sitar, bass guitar and backing vocals)?
(10 points) 90
10) This group performed a medley of the hits “Going Out Of My Head” and “Can’t Take My Eyes Off Of You.” Who are they?
(10 points) 100
(2 points each) 10
“I Knew You Were Waiting (For Me)”
“Somewhere Out There”
“I Just Can’t Stop Loving You”
“What Have I Done To Deserve This”
“Surrender To Me”
2) For the week of December 3, 1988, they had the Number #1 song in the land with their abysmal medley of what two songs? Name the artist and the medley.
(5 points each) 20
3) He sang this song for the movie Buster in 1988. The song was originally released in 1965 and was a hit for the Mindbenders. Name the artist and song.
(5 points each) 30
4) This song is the story of the diverse members of a blue collar jazz band who just want to play their sound in a quaint little English club and could not care less about their popularity. One of their members is Guitar George. What is the name of the song? (Hint: is was a hit in 1979).
(10 points) 40
5) Both groups had a Number #1 song with this song title, but the songs were two completely different songs. The first was a hit in 1975. The second was a hit in 1977. Name the song title and the two different artists. (Hint: I’m torn because I think it may be too hard, so here it is – both groups name starts with the same letter).
(4 points for the title, 3 points each for the artists) 50
6) What is the formal name for the theme from Rocky and who is credited for the original soundtrack performance?
(5 points each) 60
7) This band just “Couldn’t Get It Right.” Who are they?
(10 points) 70
8) Identify the song and the artist by these lyrics.
(5 points each) 80
All through the morning rain
I gaze - the sun doesn't shine
Rainbows and waterfalls run through my mind
In the garden - I see west
Purple shower, bells and tea
Orange birds and river cousins dressed in green
9) Who are Danny Smythe (drums), John Evans (guitar, keyboards, backing vocals), Alex Chilton (lead vocals, guitar), Bill Cunningham (bass guitar, keyboards, backing vocals) and Gary Talley (lead guitar, electric sitar, bass guitar and backing vocals)?
(10 points) 90
10) This group performed a medley of the hits “Going Out Of My Head” and “Can’t Take My Eyes Off Of You.” Who are they?
(10 points) 100
Wednesday, June 18, 2008
Answers (#27): Saturday, June 21, 2008
1) Al Stewart, Year of the Cat, Time Passages
2) Lido Shuffle
3) Eddie Rabbitt & Crystal Gayle, Patti Austin & James Ingram, Kenny Rogers & Sheena Easton, Peabo Bryson & Roberta Flack, Roberta Flack & Donny Hathaway
4) Reunited, Peaches & Herb
5) Golden Earring
6) Last Kiss
7) Grass Roots
8) 1910 Fruitgum Company
9) Association, David Cassidy, Kool & the Gang
10) Sade
2) Lido Shuffle
3) Eddie Rabbitt & Crystal Gayle, Patti Austin & James Ingram, Kenny Rogers & Sheena Easton, Peabo Bryson & Roberta Flack, Roberta Flack & Donny Hathaway
4) Reunited, Peaches & Herb
5) Golden Earring
6) Last Kiss
7) Grass Roots
8) 1910 Fruitgum Company
9) Association, David Cassidy, Kool & the Gang
10) Sade
Questions (#27): Friday, June 20, 2008
1) He released two very successful albums back to back in 1976 and 1978. Alan Parsons produced both of them. Who is the artist and what are the names of the albums?
(3 points each) 9
2) What was the name of Boz Scaggs’ follow-up single to “Lowdown” from the Silk Degrees album?
(11 points) 20
3) Name these duet partners.
(2 points each) 30
“You And I”
“Baby Come To Me”
“We’ve Got Tonight”
“Tonight I Celebrate My Love”
“Where Is The Love”
4) Identify the following song title by these lyrics and the artists:
(5 points each) 40
I sat here, staring at the same old wall
Came back to life just when I got your call
I wished I could climb
Right through the telephone line
And give you what you want
So you would still be mine
5) Their two biggest hits are “Twilight Zone” and “Radar Love.” Who are they?
(10 points) 50
6) This song was covered by J. Frank Wilson & the Cavaliers in 1964 and Pearl Jam in 1999, becoming their biggest single hit on the Billboard charts to date. What is the title of the song?
(10 points) 60
7) Rob Grill continues to tour today with new members of this group that was popular between 1966 and 1975. What is their name?
(10 points) 70
8) In 1968, they had a big hit with “Simon Says.” Who are they?
(10 points) 80
9) Who are three artists who had a hit with two different songs by the same title, “Cherish”?
(3 points each) 89
10) She’s a very “smooth operator.” Who is she?
(11 points) 100
(3 points each) 9
2) What was the name of Boz Scaggs’ follow-up single to “Lowdown” from the Silk Degrees album?
(11 points) 20
3) Name these duet partners.
(2 points each) 30
“You And I”
“Baby Come To Me”
“We’ve Got Tonight”
“Tonight I Celebrate My Love”
“Where Is The Love”
4) Identify the following song title by these lyrics and the artists:
(5 points each) 40
I sat here, staring at the same old wall
Came back to life just when I got your call
I wished I could climb
Right through the telephone line
And give you what you want
So you would still be mine
5) Their two biggest hits are “Twilight Zone” and “Radar Love.” Who are they?
(10 points) 50
6) This song was covered by J. Frank Wilson & the Cavaliers in 1964 and Pearl Jam in 1999, becoming their biggest single hit on the Billboard charts to date. What is the title of the song?
(10 points) 60
7) Rob Grill continues to tour today with new members of this group that was popular between 1966 and 1975. What is their name?
(10 points) 70
8) In 1968, they had a big hit with “Simon Says.” Who are they?
(10 points) 80
9) Who are three artists who had a hit with two different songs by the same title, “Cherish”?
(3 points each) 89
10) She’s a very “smooth operator.” Who is she?
(11 points) 100
Tuesday, June 17, 2008
Answers (#26): Thursday, June 19, 2008
1) Credence Clearwater Revival
2) Chicago, Stone of Sisyphus
3) Cuff Links
4) "Suicide Is Painless"
5) Four Tops
6) “Love Rollercoaster,” Ohio Players, Red Hot Chili Peppers
7) “Convoy,” C.W. McCall
8) Guns ‘n Roses
9) Billy Ocean
10) Gilbert O’Sullivan
2) Chicago, Stone of Sisyphus
3) Cuff Links
4) "Suicide Is Painless"
5) Four Tops
6) “Love Rollercoaster,” Ohio Players, Red Hot Chili Peppers
7) “Convoy,” C.W. McCall
8) Guns ‘n Roses
9) Billy Ocean
10) Gilbert O’Sullivan
Questions (#26): Wednesday, June 18, 2008
1) This group has charted 5 songs in the #2 position, the most of any band without a Number #1 hit. Who are they?
(10 points) 10
2) This band began in 1967 and just released a “lost” album that they recorded in 1993 that went back to their roots. Name the band and the title of the album. (Hint: they shortened their name after their debut album).
(5 points each) 20
3) They had an abysmal Top Ten hit with “Tracy” in 1969. Who were they?
(10 points) 30
4) What is the title of the theme song of M.A.S.H.? (Hint: same theme song of the movie and television show).
(10 points) 40
5) Who are Abdul “Duke” Fakir, Reynaldo “Obie” Benson, Levi Stubbs and Lawrence Payton?
(10 points) 50
6) This song hit it big in 1975 from the album entitled “Honey.” It was also covered in 1996 and again hit it big. What is the name of the song and the name of the two groups who performed it?
(3 points each) 59
7) What is the name of this putrid hit and who “sang” it?
(5 points each) 69
Was the dark of the moon on the sixth of June
In a Kenworth pullin’ logs
Cab-over pete with a reefer on
And a jimmy haulin’ hogs
We is headin’ for bear on i-one-oh
bout a mile outta shaky town
I says, pig pen, this here’s the rubber duck
And I’m about to put the hammer down.
8) In 1990, this band appeared at Farm Aid IV and contributed a cover of Dylan’s “Knockin’ On Heaven’s Door.” Who are they?
(11 points) 80
9) For 4 years in the late 80s, this singer was a major star on the pop charts, racking up seven Top Ten singles. Then “suddenly” he pretty much disappeared. Who is he?
(10 points) 90
10) He penned and performed this chart topper in 1972: “Alone Again (Naturally). Who is he?
(10 points) 100
(10 points) 10
2) This band began in 1967 and just released a “lost” album that they recorded in 1993 that went back to their roots. Name the band and the title of the album. (Hint: they shortened their name after their debut album).
(5 points each) 20
3) They had an abysmal Top Ten hit with “Tracy” in 1969. Who were they?
(10 points) 30
4) What is the title of the theme song of M.A.S.H.? (Hint: same theme song of the movie and television show).
(10 points) 40
5) Who are Abdul “Duke” Fakir, Reynaldo “Obie” Benson, Levi Stubbs and Lawrence Payton?
(10 points) 50
6) This song hit it big in 1975 from the album entitled “Honey.” It was also covered in 1996 and again hit it big. What is the name of the song and the name of the two groups who performed it?
(3 points each) 59
7) What is the name of this putrid hit and who “sang” it?
(5 points each) 69
Was the dark of the moon on the sixth of June
In a Kenworth pullin’ logs
Cab-over pete with a reefer on
And a jimmy haulin’ hogs
We is headin’ for bear on i-one-oh
bout a mile outta shaky town
I says, pig pen, this here’s the rubber duck
And I’m about to put the hammer down.
8) In 1990, this band appeared at Farm Aid IV and contributed a cover of Dylan’s “Knockin’ On Heaven’s Door.” Who are they?
(11 points) 80
9) For 4 years in the late 80s, this singer was a major star on the pop charts, racking up seven Top Ten singles. Then “suddenly” he pretty much disappeared. Who is he?
(10 points) 90
10) He penned and performed this chart topper in 1972: “Alone Again (Naturally). Who is he?
(10 points) 100
Monday, June 16, 2008
Answers (#25): Tuesday, June 17, 2008
1) Patti Boyd
2) “In Another Land"
3) Elton John, Victim of Love
4) Waller
5) Walter Egan & Stevie Nicks, Peter Cetera & Amy Grant, Gene Cotton & Kim Carnes, The Spinners & Dionne Warwick, Nancy Sinatra & Lee Hazelwood
6) “Mandy,” “Could It Be Magic,” Barry Manilow II, Barry Manilow I, Barry Manilow
7) Paul Anka & Odia Coates
8) Come Monday, Jimmy Buffet
9) Mamas & Papas
10) Ron Dante
2) “In Another Land"
3) Elton John, Victim of Love
4) Waller
5) Walter Egan & Stevie Nicks, Peter Cetera & Amy Grant, Gene Cotton & Kim Carnes, The Spinners & Dionne Warwick, Nancy Sinatra & Lee Hazelwood
6) “Mandy,” “Could It Be Magic,” Barry Manilow II, Barry Manilow I, Barry Manilow
7) Paul Anka & Odia Coates
8) Come Monday, Jimmy Buffet
9) Mamas & Papas
10) Ron Dante
Questions (#25): Monday, June 16, 2008
1) Who was the object of affection in Eric Clapton’s song “Wonderful Tonight?”
(10 points) 10
2) What is the title of the only Rolling Stones’ song written and vocally performed by Bill Wyman? It was released as a single, but only made it to #87 (which probably explains why he never did anything else). (Hint: the year was 1967).
(10 points) 20
3) This was his 13 studio album, released in October 1979 in a general disco style. To date, it’s the second lowest charting album of his significant library, which is ironic since he was the hottest thing going between 1974 - 1977. (The public is so fickle). Who is the artist and what is the name of the LP?
(5 points each) 30
4) Almost everyone knows Peter Asher from Peter & Gordon, but what is Gordon’s last name?
(10 points) 40
5) Name the duet partners.
(2 points each) 50
“Magnet & Steel”
“Next Time I Fall In Love”
“You’re A Part Of Me”
“Then Came You”
“Jackson”
6) His first Top Ten hit came from his second album. His second Top Ten hit came from his first album. What were the names of the hits, names of the albums and name of the artist.
(2 points each) 60
7) Though we have already had our duet section, who recorded this obnoxious duet: “(You’re) Having My Baby?
(5 points each) 70
8) His first hit came in 1974 as a Number #3 on the Adult Contemporary charts, but soon after he hit the big time. He still records today, most recently with his friends and Alan Jackson. What was the name of his hit and who is the artist?
(5 points each) 80
9) The song “Creeque Alley” is the biography of what group?
(10 points) 90
10) The fictional band known as the Archies had a huge hit with “Sugar Sugar.” Who sang the lead vocals?
(10 points) 100
(10 points) 10
2) What is the title of the only Rolling Stones’ song written and vocally performed by Bill Wyman? It was released as a single, but only made it to #87 (which probably explains why he never did anything else). (Hint: the year was 1967).
(10 points) 20
3) This was his 13 studio album, released in October 1979 in a general disco style. To date, it’s the second lowest charting album of his significant library, which is ironic since he was the hottest thing going between 1974 - 1977. (The public is so fickle). Who is the artist and what is the name of the LP?
(5 points each) 30
4) Almost everyone knows Peter Asher from Peter & Gordon, but what is Gordon’s last name?
(10 points) 40
5) Name the duet partners.
(2 points each) 50
“Magnet & Steel”
“Next Time I Fall In Love”
“You’re A Part Of Me”
“Then Came You”
“Jackson”
6) His first Top Ten hit came from his second album. His second Top Ten hit came from his first album. What were the names of the hits, names of the albums and name of the artist.
(2 points each) 60
7) Though we have already had our duet section, who recorded this obnoxious duet: “(You’re) Having My Baby?
(5 points each) 70
8) His first hit came in 1974 as a Number #3 on the Adult Contemporary charts, but soon after he hit the big time. He still records today, most recently with his friends and Alan Jackson. What was the name of his hit and who is the artist?
(5 points each) 80
9) The song “Creeque Alley” is the biography of what group?
(10 points) 90
10) The fictional band known as the Archies had a huge hit with “Sugar Sugar.” Who sang the lead vocals?
(10 points) 100
Wednesday, June 11, 2008
Answers (#24): Saturday, June 14, 2008
Sorry the answers are late.
Editor's note: The first question was not clear and that's my fault. There are actually 9 original members from the groups listed that are no longer associated with those groups: 8 through passing and 1 through withdrawal.
Monday's quiz will be posted after 4 PM.
1) 9 (John Lennon, George Harrison, Brian Jones, Bill Wyman, John Bonham, Keith Moon, John Entwistle, Duane Allman, Carl Radle)
2) George Harrison, Bob Dylan, Roy Orbison, Tom Petty, Jeff Lynne
3) Merrilee Rush, Juice Newton
4) Zombies
5) “Elenore” by the Turtles
6) 5th Dimension
7) Carrie Underwood, “Inside Your Heaven”
8) Prelude
9) “Secret Agent Man,” Johnny Rivers
10) Lemon Pipers
Editor's note: The first question was not clear and that's my fault. There are actually 9 original members from the groups listed that are no longer associated with those groups: 8 through passing and 1 through withdrawal.
Monday's quiz will be posted after 4 PM.
1) 9 (John Lennon, George Harrison, Brian Jones, Bill Wyman, John Bonham, Keith Moon, John Entwistle, Duane Allman, Carl Radle)
2) George Harrison, Bob Dylan, Roy Orbison, Tom Petty, Jeff Lynne
3) Merrilee Rush, Juice Newton
4) Zombies
5) “Elenore” by the Turtles
6) 5th Dimension
7) Carrie Underwood, “Inside Your Heaven”
8) Prelude
9) “Secret Agent Man,” Johnny Rivers
10) Lemon Pipers
Questions (#24): Friday, June 13, 2008
1) From the point when they became famous, The Beatles, the Rolling Stones, Led Zeppelin, The Who and Derek & the Dominos have lost a total of how many original members from their lineups?
(10 points for all of them – no partial credit) 10
2) Name all 5 original members of the Traveling Wilburys.
(2 points each) 20
3) Name the two artists who both had hits with the following song in 1968 and 1981 from these lyrics:
(5 points each) 30
Maybe the sun's light will be dim
And it won't matter anyhow.
If morning's echo says we’ve sinned,
Well, it was what I wanted now.
4) Who are Hugh Grundy (drums), Chris White (bass, vocals), Colin Blunstone (lead vocals), the late Paul Atkinson (guitar, vocals) and Rod Argent (organ, vocals)?
(10 points) 40
5) “Et cetera” is a Latin expression meaning “and other things.” What is probably the only pop song that contains the phrase “et cetera” in its lyrics? (Hint: this is difficult, so I’ll give you the year: 1968 – if I give you the group, I give it away).
(10 points) 50
6) At the 1967 Grammy Awards, they won 5 Grammys. The Beatles released Sgt. Peppers that year and only won 3 (seems a bit incredible now). Who was the group who won 5?
(10 points) 60
7) In 2005, only 7 artists had a Number #1 record and only 1 of those artists held the top spot for 1 week while all the others held it for multiple weeks. Who is the artist who only held it for 1 week and the title of the song?
(5 points each) 70
8) In the early 70s, an English based folk trio released an acappella version of Neil Young’s “After the Gold Rush” (I’m one of the few who have the vinyl LP) to moderate success on the charts. The recording is absolutely beautiful. What is the name of the trio? (Hint: Since it’s so obscure, their name is also the make of a car).
(10 points) 80
9) This song was written by P.F. Sloan and Steve Barri and was the popular theme song for a television series from 1964-1966. It features a blistering guitar riff at the very beginning. Name the song’s title and performer.
(5 points each) 90
10) They are truly one hit wonders. They hit Number #1 in February 1968 with “Green Tambourine.” Who are they?
(10 points) 100
(10 points for all of them – no partial credit) 10
2) Name all 5 original members of the Traveling Wilburys.
(2 points each) 20
3) Name the two artists who both had hits with the following song in 1968 and 1981 from these lyrics:
(5 points each) 30
Maybe the sun's light will be dim
And it won't matter anyhow.
If morning's echo says we’ve sinned,
Well, it was what I wanted now.
4) Who are Hugh Grundy (drums), Chris White (bass, vocals), Colin Blunstone (lead vocals), the late Paul Atkinson (guitar, vocals) and Rod Argent (organ, vocals)?
(10 points) 40
5) “Et cetera” is a Latin expression meaning “and other things.” What is probably the only pop song that contains the phrase “et cetera” in its lyrics? (Hint: this is difficult, so I’ll give you the year: 1968 – if I give you the group, I give it away).
(10 points) 50
6) At the 1967 Grammy Awards, they won 5 Grammys. The Beatles released Sgt. Peppers that year and only won 3 (seems a bit incredible now). Who was the group who won 5?
(10 points) 60
7) In 2005, only 7 artists had a Number #1 record and only 1 of those artists held the top spot for 1 week while all the others held it for multiple weeks. Who is the artist who only held it for 1 week and the title of the song?
(5 points each) 70
8) In the early 70s, an English based folk trio released an acappella version of Neil Young’s “After the Gold Rush” (I’m one of the few who have the vinyl LP) to moderate success on the charts. The recording is absolutely beautiful. What is the name of the trio? (Hint: Since it’s so obscure, their name is also the make of a car).
(10 points) 80
9) This song was written by P.F. Sloan and Steve Barri and was the popular theme song for a television series from 1964-1966. It features a blistering guitar riff at the very beginning. Name the song’s title and performer.
(5 points each) 90
10) They are truly one hit wonders. They hit Number #1 in February 1968 with “Green Tambourine.” Who are they?
(10 points) 100
Answers (#23): Thursday, June 12, 2008
1) He’s So Fine, Chiffons
2) David Crosby, Graham Nash
3) George Martin
4) Caroline No
5) Bonnie Raitt
6) Darlene Love
7) Frankie Avalon
8) Rico Suave
9) Rockwell, Somebody’s Watching Me
10) Chicago, Chicago VI
2) David Crosby, Graham Nash
3) George Martin
4) Caroline No
5) Bonnie Raitt
6) Darlene Love
7) Frankie Avalon
8) Rico Suave
9) Rockwell, Somebody’s Watching Me
10) Chicago, Chicago VI
Questions (#23): Wednesday, June 11, 2008
1) George Harrison was sued for copyright infringement when his song “My Sweet Lord” sounded too much like what song by what group?
(5 points each) 10
2) Who sang the backing vocals on the James Taylor hit “Mexico?”
(10 points) 20
3) He produced the following albums by America: Holiday, Hearts, History, Hideaway and Harbor. Who is he?
(10 points) 30
4) What is the title of Brian Wilson’s first solo single?
(10 points) 40
5) She released the albums Nick of Time and Luck of the Draw consecutively in 1989 and 1991. Who is she?
(10 points) 50
6) The tradition has become that she performs on the final new episode of Late Night with David Letterman just before Christmas. Who is she? (Hint: her songs were used in Love Actually and Home Alone 2).
(10 points) 60
7) By now, most music trivia buffs know that Shocking Blue hit the big time with “Venus.” Who else had a Number #1 hit with a different song by the same title in 1959?
(10 points) 70
8) In 1991, Gerardo had a huge hit. What was the title?
(10 points) 80
9) He had his only hit single in 1984 and that was only because Michael Jackson performed on it. Who is he and what was the name of the single?
(5 points each) 90
10) Who performed “Feelin’ Stronger Every Day” AND what album is it from?
(5 points each) 100
(5 points each) 10
2) Who sang the backing vocals on the James Taylor hit “Mexico?”
(10 points) 20
3) He produced the following albums by America: Holiday, Hearts, History, Hideaway and Harbor. Who is he?
(10 points) 30
4) What is the title of Brian Wilson’s first solo single?
(10 points) 40
5) She released the albums Nick of Time and Luck of the Draw consecutively in 1989 and 1991. Who is she?
(10 points) 50
6) The tradition has become that she performs on the final new episode of Late Night with David Letterman just before Christmas. Who is she? (Hint: her songs were used in Love Actually and Home Alone 2).
(10 points) 60
7) By now, most music trivia buffs know that Shocking Blue hit the big time with “Venus.” Who else had a Number #1 hit with a different song by the same title in 1959?
(10 points) 70
8) In 1991, Gerardo had a huge hit. What was the title?
(10 points) 80
9) He had his only hit single in 1984 and that was only because Michael Jackson performed on it. Who is he and what was the name of the single?
(5 points each) 90
10) Who performed “Feelin’ Stronger Every Day” AND what album is it from?
(5 points each) 100
Friday, June 6, 2008
Answers (#22): Tuesday, June 10, 2008
1) Climax, Precious And Few
2) Chi-lites, “Have You Seen Her”
3) The Outsiders
4) Tighter Tighter
5) John Stevenson of Climax
6) The Edge
7) “Should I Stay or Should I Go”
8) “Baby Come Back,” Player
9) The Police
10) Brazil 66
2) Chi-lites, “Have You Seen Her”
3) The Outsiders
4) Tighter Tighter
5) John Stevenson of Climax
6) The Edge
7) “Should I Stay or Should I Go”
8) “Baby Come Back,” Player
9) The Police
10) Brazil 66
Questions (#22): Monday, June 9, 2008
1) Who are Marc Gordon, Larry Cox, John Stevenson, Walter Nims, and Sonny Geraci? (Huge Hint: they are a true one hit wonder with the hit coming in 1972 and have been referred to as “bargain basement Carpenters” because the “hit” was so schmaltzy).
(5 points for the artist and 5 points for the hit’s title) 10
2) This song starts out “One month ago today, I was happy as a lark.” (That always cracked me up). What group sang the song?
(5 points for the group and 5 points for the song title) 20
3) The song was “Time Won’t Let Me,” a big hit for this group in 1966. Who are they?
(10 points) 30
4) In the summer of 1970, Alive N’ Kickin’ hit it big with a hit that went to Number #7. Who is the title of the song?
(10 points) 40
5) One of the Righteous Brothers last hits was “Rock & Roll Heaven” in the mid 70s. Who was the songwriter?
(10 points) 50
6) David Howell Evans is better known by his stage name. What is that name?
(10 points) 60
7) This song was about the rocky relationship between the Clash’s Mick Jones and Meatloaf’s backup singer, Ellen Foley. It was on their Combat Rock LP. What is the song’s title?
(10 points) 70
8) They had a Number #1 hit with this song in 1978. Name the song and the artist.
(5 points each) 80
Spending all my nights,
All my money going out on the town
Doing anything just to get you off of my mind
But when the morning comes,
I'm right back where I started again
Trying to forget you is just a waste of time
9) They went “Walking on the Moon” in 1979. Who are they?
(10 points) 90
10) Back in 1968, what group covered the Beatles’ “The Fool on the Hill” with success?
(10 points) 100
(5 points for the artist and 5 points for the hit’s title) 10
2) This song starts out “One month ago today, I was happy as a lark.” (That always cracked me up). What group sang the song?
(5 points for the group and 5 points for the song title) 20
3) The song was “Time Won’t Let Me,” a big hit for this group in 1966. Who are they?
(10 points) 30
4) In the summer of 1970, Alive N’ Kickin’ hit it big with a hit that went to Number #7. Who is the title of the song?
(10 points) 40
5) One of the Righteous Brothers last hits was “Rock & Roll Heaven” in the mid 70s. Who was the songwriter?
(10 points) 50
6) David Howell Evans is better known by his stage name. What is that name?
(10 points) 60
7) This song was about the rocky relationship between the Clash’s Mick Jones and Meatloaf’s backup singer, Ellen Foley. It was on their Combat Rock LP. What is the song’s title?
(10 points) 70
8) They had a Number #1 hit with this song in 1978. Name the song and the artist.
(5 points each) 80
Spending all my nights,
All my money going out on the town
Doing anything just to get you off of my mind
But when the morning comes,
I'm right back where I started again
Trying to forget you is just a waste of time
9) They went “Walking on the Moon” in 1979. Who are they?
(10 points) 90
10) Back in 1968, what group covered the Beatles’ “The Fool on the Hill” with success?
(10 points) 100
Thursday, June 5, 2008
Answers (#21): Saturday, June 7, 2008
1) Naughty Naughty, John Parr
2) Jay Ferguson (Thunder Island, Shakedown Cruise)
3) Jackson Browne, Glenn Frey
4) The Knack
5) Tarney-Spencer Band
6) Little River Band, "Reminiscing" (#3, their biggest hit), "Lady" (#10), "Lonesome Loser" (#6), "Cool Change" (#10), "The Night Owls" (#6) and "Take It Easy on Me" (#10).
7) Rupert Holmes, “Timothy,” The Buoys
8) Bobby Goldsboro, Wayne Newton
9) Day Tripper
10) Junk Food Junk, Larry Groce
2) Jay Ferguson (Thunder Island, Shakedown Cruise)
3) Jackson Browne, Glenn Frey
4) The Knack
5) Tarney-Spencer Band
6) Little River Band, "Reminiscing" (#3, their biggest hit), "Lady" (#10), "Lonesome Loser" (#6), "Cool Change" (#10), "The Night Owls" (#6) and "Take It Easy on Me" (#10).
7) Rupert Holmes, “Timothy,” The Buoys
8) Bobby Goldsboro, Wayne Newton
9) Day Tripper
10) Junk Food Junk, Larry Groce
Questions (#21): Friday, June 6, 2008
I have to admit that today's trivia is really mostly trivia, but it was a great time assembling these questions.
1) What song are these lyrics from and who is the artist? (Hint: mid 80s release)
(5 points each) 10
Don't tell me "I don't wanna be a girl like that"
Do you wanna see a grown man cry?
You don't wanna be a girl like that
Baby this could be the first time (this could be the first time)
2) This musician recently won the 2007 Film & TV Music Award for Best Score for a Television Comedy Program for “The Office.” But you would probably know him from his work with the bands Spirit and Jo Jo Gunne or a couple of solo hits in the late 70s, early 80s. Who is he?
(10 points) 20
3) Who wrote “Take It Easy?”
(5 points each) 30
4) Who are Doug Fieger (lead vocals, guitar), Berton Averre (guitar, backing vocals), Prescott Niles (bass, backing vocals) and the late Bruce Gary (drums, backing vocals)?
(10 points) 40
5) The had a mildly successful hit in the US with “No Time To Lose,” released in 1979 and re-released in 1981, charting both times. Who are they?
(10 points) 50
6) From 1978 through 1981, they hit the American Top Ten six times. Who are they and what are any five of the songs? (Hint: they are Australian).
(5 points for the band name and 1 point each for the song titles) 60
7) He is best known for his song “Escape” (sub-titled “The Pina Colada Song) but he also holds the distinction of writing the only hit song on the American charts about cannibalism. Who is he, what was the title of his distinctive song and what group sang it?
(4 points for the songwriter, 3 points for the song title, 3 points for the group name) 70
8) Two of the most abysmally made records that I remember in my youth were “Watching Scotty Grow” and “Daddy Don’t You Walk So Fast.” Who were the artists (and I use that term very loosely) who perpetuated these treasures on us?
(5 points each) 80
9) It was the flip side of “We Can Work It Out” (Beatles’ version).
(10 points) 90
10) This was a novelty hit in 1976, making it to Number # 9 on the Billboard charts. It was the artist’s only hit, it was 3:03 seconds in duration and it was about consumable items. What is the song title and who is the performer?
(5 points each) 100
1) What song are these lyrics from and who is the artist? (Hint: mid 80s release)
(5 points each) 10
Don't tell me "I don't wanna be a girl like that"
Do you wanna see a grown man cry?
You don't wanna be a girl like that
Baby this could be the first time (this could be the first time)
2) This musician recently won the 2007 Film & TV Music Award for Best Score for a Television Comedy Program for “The Office.” But you would probably know him from his work with the bands Spirit and Jo Jo Gunne or a couple of solo hits in the late 70s, early 80s. Who is he?
(10 points) 20
3) Who wrote “Take It Easy?”
(5 points each) 30
4) Who are Doug Fieger (lead vocals, guitar), Berton Averre (guitar, backing vocals), Prescott Niles (bass, backing vocals) and the late Bruce Gary (drums, backing vocals)?
(10 points) 40
5) The had a mildly successful hit in the US with “No Time To Lose,” released in 1979 and re-released in 1981, charting both times. Who are they?
(10 points) 50
6) From 1978 through 1981, they hit the American Top Ten six times. Who are they and what are any five of the songs? (Hint: they are Australian).
(5 points for the band name and 1 point each for the song titles) 60
7) He is best known for his song “Escape” (sub-titled “The Pina Colada Song) but he also holds the distinction of writing the only hit song on the American charts about cannibalism. Who is he, what was the title of his distinctive song and what group sang it?
(4 points for the songwriter, 3 points for the song title, 3 points for the group name) 70
8) Two of the most abysmally made records that I remember in my youth were “Watching Scotty Grow” and “Daddy Don’t You Walk So Fast.” Who were the artists (and I use that term very loosely) who perpetuated these treasures on us?
(5 points each) 80
9) It was the flip side of “We Can Work It Out” (Beatles’ version).
(10 points) 90
10) This was a novelty hit in 1976, making it to Number # 9 on the Billboard charts. It was the artist’s only hit, it was 3:03 seconds in duration and it was about consumable items. What is the song title and who is the performer?
(5 points each) 100
Wednesday, June 4, 2008
Answers (#20): Thursday, June 5, 2008
1) Detroit (Motown), Philadelphia (TSOP – The Sound of Philadelphia), and Memphis (Soulville, USA)
2) Joe South, Billy Joe Royal and Linda Ronstadt
3) Barry White & the Love Unlimited Orchestra (either name is correct)
4) A Taste of Honey
5) Our Day Will Come
6) Grease
7) John Travolta
8) Leona Lewis, Lil Wayne featuring Static Major
9) Dixie Dregs
10) Paul Hardcastle
2) Joe South, Billy Joe Royal and Linda Ronstadt
3) Barry White & the Love Unlimited Orchestra (either name is correct)
4) A Taste of Honey
5) Our Day Will Come
6) Grease
7) John Travolta
8) Leona Lewis, Lil Wayne featuring Static Major
9) Dixie Dregs
10) Paul Hardcastle
Questions (#20): Wednesday, June 4, 2008
1) In the 60s and 70s, three major metropolitan cities became synonymous with the genre of soul. Which cities are these?
(10 points for all three – no partial credit for less than that) 10
2) Who wrote, who originally performed “I Knew You When" and who covered it again in the early 80s?
(9 points – 3 each) 19
3) Who recorded the album Rhapsody In White?
(10 points) 29
4) The Cars were nominated for Best New Artists for a Grammy in 1978. Who beat them out (an all-time travesty in my humble opinion)?
(10 points) 39
5) Ruby and the Romantics hit Number #1 in March 23, 1963 with what song?
(11 points) 50
6) Taylor Hicks was recently dropped by his record label (are we surprised?). He is making a “comeback”on Broadway (refuge for has-beens) in what musical?
(10 points) 60
7) In the 70s, he had some success on the pop charts with “Let Her In.” Who is he?
(10 points) 70
8) For 7 out of the last 10 weeks, they have dominated the singles charts with the Number #1 song in the US with “Bleeding Love” and “Lollipop” (proof that music on the radio has all but died). Who are they?
(5 points each) 80
9) A jazz fusion band was formed in the early 1970s. Their music was mostly instrumental and they fused the sounds of jazz, Southern rock, bluegrass and classical. They were largely un-commercial, but recorded a significant body of work in the late 70s, early 80s. Who are they?
(10 points) 90
10) He is an English composer specializing in synthesizer and keyboards. He can frequently he heard today on smooth jazz, easy listening radio stations. He contributed to the Spice World movie soundtrack (starring the Spice Girls – who else) and his genre is sometimes referred to as electronica. Who is he?
(10 points)
(10 points for all three – no partial credit for less than that) 10
2) Who wrote, who originally performed “I Knew You When" and who covered it again in the early 80s?
(9 points – 3 each) 19
3) Who recorded the album Rhapsody In White?
(10 points) 29
4) The Cars were nominated for Best New Artists for a Grammy in 1978. Who beat them out (an all-time travesty in my humble opinion)?
(10 points) 39
5) Ruby and the Romantics hit Number #1 in March 23, 1963 with what song?
(11 points) 50
6) Taylor Hicks was recently dropped by his record label (are we surprised?). He is making a “comeback”on Broadway (refuge for has-beens) in what musical?
(10 points) 60
7) In the 70s, he had some success on the pop charts with “Let Her In.” Who is he?
(10 points) 70
8) For 7 out of the last 10 weeks, they have dominated the singles charts with the Number #1 song in the US with “Bleeding Love” and “Lollipop” (proof that music on the radio has all but died). Who are they?
(5 points each) 80
9) A jazz fusion band was formed in the early 1970s. Their music was mostly instrumental and they fused the sounds of jazz, Southern rock, bluegrass and classical. They were largely un-commercial, but recorded a significant body of work in the late 70s, early 80s. Who are they?
(10 points) 90
10) He is an English composer specializing in synthesizer and keyboards. He can frequently he heard today on smooth jazz, easy listening radio stations. He contributed to the Spice World movie soundtrack (starring the Spice Girls – who else) and his genre is sometimes referred to as electronica. Who is he?
(10 points)
Answers (#19): Tuesday, June 3, 2008
1) Do You Wanna Dance
2) Paul Rodgers
3) Smokey Robinson & Ronald White
4) Let’s Stay Together
5) Perry Como, It’s Impossible
6) Strawberry Fields, Hey Jude
7) Color My World
8) Denny Laine
9) Steve Forbert
10) Ecclesiastes, Chapter 3
2) Paul Rodgers
3) Smokey Robinson & Ronald White
4) Let’s Stay Together
5) Perry Como, It’s Impossible
6) Strawberry Fields, Hey Jude
7) Color My World
8) Denny Laine
9) Steve Forbert
10) Ecclesiastes, Chapter 3
Monday, June 2, 2008
Questions (#19): Monday, June 2, 2008
1) The song was originally written and recorded in 1958 by Bobby Freeman and covered by the Beach Boys in 1965. Bette Midler completely rearranged it and covered it again in 1972. What is the title of the song?
(10 points) 10
2) When Freddie Mercury passed away, everyone thought that was the end of Queen. But recently, they have found a new front man. Who is he?
(10 points) 20
3) Who are the songwriters for “My Girl?”
(5 points each) 30
4) In 1983, this was a comeback song of sorts by Tina Turner. Al Green took it to Number #1 in 1972. What is the song’s title?
(10 points) 40
5) In 1971, this song became this artist’s first song to hit the Billboard Top Ten in 12 years. Who is the artist and what is the song title (Hint: the song was written by Armando Manzanero).
(5 points each) 50
6) The Beatles had a habit of releasing double sided hit singles. What was the reverse side of “Penny Lane” and the reverse side of “Revolution?”
(5 points each) 60
7) While we are at it, what was on the B side of Chicago’s “Make Me Smile?”
(10 points) 70
8) Unlike the Plastic Ono Band, Wings could be classified as a real band. Besides Paul & Linda, who was the only other member in all configurations of the group?
(10 points) 80
9) Critics hailed him as the “new Bob Dylan” but somehow that didn’t work out. He also made a cameo appearance in Cyndi Lauper’s video, Girl’s Just Wanna Have Fun, playing her boyfriend. Do you know who this is?
(10 points) 90
10) The lyrics from “Turn, Turn, Turn” are taken from the Bible. Can you name the book and chapter?
(5 points each) 100
(10 points) 10
2) When Freddie Mercury passed away, everyone thought that was the end of Queen. But recently, they have found a new front man. Who is he?
(10 points) 20
3) Who are the songwriters for “My Girl?”
(5 points each) 30
4) In 1983, this was a comeback song of sorts by Tina Turner. Al Green took it to Number #1 in 1972. What is the song’s title?
(10 points) 40
5) In 1971, this song became this artist’s first song to hit the Billboard Top Ten in 12 years. Who is the artist and what is the song title (Hint: the song was written by Armando Manzanero).
(5 points each) 50
6) The Beatles had a habit of releasing double sided hit singles. What was the reverse side of “Penny Lane” and the reverse side of “Revolution?”
(5 points each) 60
7) While we are at it, what was on the B side of Chicago’s “Make Me Smile?”
(10 points) 70
8) Unlike the Plastic Ono Band, Wings could be classified as a real band. Besides Paul & Linda, who was the only other member in all configurations of the group?
(10 points) 80
9) Critics hailed him as the “new Bob Dylan” but somehow that didn’t work out. He also made a cameo appearance in Cyndi Lauper’s video, Girl’s Just Wanna Have Fun, playing her boyfriend. Do you know who this is?
(10 points) 90
10) The lyrics from “Turn, Turn, Turn” are taken from the Bible. Can you name the book and chapter?
(5 points each) 100
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