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'Band on the Run is third studio album by Paul MacCartney and Wings and is nothing more than a triumph of MacCartney's talent for songcraft. Do you enjoy being a fan of their music?

Questions and Answers

1.

When was the album released?
- A.
  
  5 January 1973
- B.
  
  5 December 1973
- C.
  
  5 January 1974
- D.
  
  5 December 1974
Correct Answer
B. 5 December 1973

Explanation
The album was released on 5 December 1973.

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2.

In which year was the studio album top-selling in the UK and Australia?
- A.
  
  1974
- B.
  
  1975
- C.
  
  1973
- D.
  
  1976
Correct Answer
A. 1974

Explanation
The studio album was top-selling in the UK and Australia in 1974.

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3.

Who produced the album?
- A.
  
  Remi Kabaka
- B.
  
  Denny Lane
- C.
  
  Linda MacCartney
- D.
  
  Paul MacCartney
Correct Answer
D. Paul MacCartney

Explanation
Paul McCartney is the correct answer because he is a well-known musician and member of the Beatles. He has produced numerous albums throughout his career, both as a solo artist and as part of the Beatles. McCartney's involvement in the production process often includes composing, arranging, and overseeing the recording of the album. Therefore, it is reasonable to assume that he produced the mentioned album.

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4.

When was the title song of the album released in US?
- A.
  
  8 May 1974
- B.
  
  8 April 1974
- C.
  
  8 June 1974
- D.
  
  8 July 1974
Correct Answer
B. 8 April 1974

Explanation
The title song of the album was released in the US on 8 April 1974.

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5.

What was the first single to be released from the music album?
- A.
  
  "Bluebird"
- B.
  
  "Band on the Run"
- C.
  
  "Jet"
- D.
  
  "Let Me Roll It"
Correct Answer
C. "Jet"

Explanation
"Jet" was the first single to be released from the music album. This can be inferred from the given options, where "Jet" is listed before the other songs. As the question asks for the first single to be released, "Jet" fits this criteria.

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6.

What was the ranking of the album in the list The 100 Greatest British Albums Ever in 2000?
- A.
  
  75
- B.
  
  50
- C.
  
  25
- D.
  
  1
Correct Answer
A. 75

Explanation
The album was ranked at number 75 in the list The 100 Greatest British Albums Ever in 2000.

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7.

What was the name of the Label that released the album?
- A.
  
  Air Records
- B.
  
  Apple Records
- C.
  
  EMI Records
- D.
  
  Rockstar Records
Correct Answer
B. Apple Records

Explanation
Apple Records was the label that released the album. Apple Records was a record label founded by the Beatles in 1968. It was created as a platform for the Beatles and other artists to release their music. The label was known for its iconic apple logo and released albums from various artists throughout the 1970s.

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8.

In which year was the album nominated for Grammy Award in a category "Best Album of the Year"?
- A.
  
  1977
- B.
  
  1974
- C.
  
  1976
- D.
  
  1975
Correct Answer
D. 1975

Explanation
The album was nominated for a Grammy Award in the category "Best Album of the Year" in 1975.

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