'461 Ocean Boulevard' Album Quiz

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1/11 Questions

Which record label released the album?
- Track
- RSO
- Reprise
- Warner Music

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461 Ocean Boulevard is the second studio album by the British rock musician Eric Clapton. How well do you know about the album?

2.

Who produced the album?
- Peter Shilton
- Charles Potters
- Tom Dowd
- Max Ray
Correct Answer

A. Tom Dowd

Explanation

Tom Dowd is the correct answer because he is the one who produced the album. The other options, Peter Shilton, Charles Potters, and Max Ray, are not mentioned in the question and do not have any relevance to the production of the album. Therefore, Tom Dowd is the most logical choice for the correct answer.

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3.

When was the album released?
- July, 1974
- September, 1974
- December, 1974
- August, 1974
Correct Answer

A. September, 1974

Explanation

The album was released in September 1974.

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4.

Where was the album recorded?
- London
- New York
- Los Angeles
- Miami
Correct Answer

A. Miami

Explanation

The album was recorded in Miami.

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5.

Which single on the album was released prior to the main album?
- I Shot the Sheriff
- Give Me Strength
- Let It Grow
- Steady Rollin' Man
Correct Answer

A. I Shot the Sheriff

Explanation

"I Shot the Sheriff" was released as a single prior to the main album.

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6.

The album was one of the first "Pop Music" albums to be released in which country?
- China
- West Germany
- USSR
- Thailand
Correct Answer

A. USSR

Explanation

The correct answer is USSR. This is because the question is asking about the country in which the album was one of the first "Pop Music" albums to be released. Among the given options, the USSR stands out as a country that had a significant impact on the development and release of pop music during the time period in question.

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7.

When was the Remastered Deluxe Edition of the album released?
- 2008
- 2004
- 2005
- 2002
Correct Answer

A. 2004

Explanation

The Remastered Deluxe Edition of the album was released in 2004.

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8.

In which studio was the album recorded?
- The Loft Studios
- Motown Studios
- Olympic Studios
- Criteria Studios
Correct Answer

A. Criteria Studios

Explanation

The correct answer is Criteria Studios.

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9.

How many tracks did the original album contain?
- 13
- 10
- 14
- 12
Correct Answer

A. 10

Explanation

The original album contained 10 tracks.

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10.

Which one of the following isn't a track on the album?
- Motherless Children
- Babylon Road
- Please Be With Me
- Willie and the Hand Jive
Correct Answer

A. Babylon Road

Explanation

The question asks for the track that is not included on the album. The three options "Motherless Children," "Please Be With Me," and "Willie and the Hand Jive" are all tracks on the album. Therefore, the correct answer is "Babylon Road" as it is the only option that is not a track on the album.

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11.

The track 'I Shot The Sheriff' on the album was written by which musician?
- Bob Marley
- Eric Clapton
- Johnny Otis
- George Terry
Correct Answer

A. Bob Marley

Explanation

The correct answer is Bob Marley. Bob Marley was a Jamaican musician and songwriter who is known for popularizing reggae music. He wrote and recorded the track "I Shot The Sheriff," which was later covered by Eric Clapton and became a hit. Marley's distinctive style and powerful lyrics have made him an iconic figure in the music industry.

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