Do You Know About Manfred Mann?

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1. What year did Manfred Mann have the hit single "The Mighty Quinn" on Mercury?

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In 1968, Manfred Mann had the hit single "The Mighty Quinn" on Mercury.

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2. Which band had a hit with "Blinded By The Light" in 1977?

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Manfred Mann's Earth Band had a hit with "Blinded By The Light" in 1977. This song was a cover of Bruce Springsteen's original version and became a commercial success for the band. Manfred Mann's Earth Band's rendition of the song featured a more rock-oriented sound, with a catchy guitar riff and powerful vocals. The song's popularity helped to establish Manfred Mann's Earth Band as a prominent rock group in the late 1970s.

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3. What decade is the hit single "Do Wah Diddy Diddy" by Manfred Mann from?

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The hit single "Do Wah Diddy Diddy" by Manfred Mann is from the sixties.

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4. What year did Manfred Mann have the hit single "Do Wah Diddy Diddy" on Ascot?

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In 1964, Manfred Mann had the hit single "Do Wah Diddy Diddy" on Ascot.

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5. What Manfred Mann song was the theme for the ITV music series "Ready Steady Go!"?

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"5-4-3-2-1" by Manfred Mann was the theme song for the ITV music series "Ready Steady Go!". This song was chosen as the opening theme for the show and became one of Manfred Mann's most popular hits. Its catchy and energetic sound perfectly suited the vibrant and fast-paced atmosphere of the show, making it an ideal choice for the theme song.

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6. Who was the lead singer in the original lineup of Manfred Mann?

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Paul Jones was the lead singer in the original lineup of Manfred Mann. This is evident from the fact that he is listed as one of the options for the question. Manfred Mann himself was not the lead singer, as he was a keyboardist and the band's namesake. Dave Richmond and Mike Vickers were also members of the band, but they were not the lead singers. Therefore, the correct answer is Paul Jones.

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7. What was the band Manfred Mann originally called?

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The correct answer is Mann-Hugg Blues Band. This is because the question is asking for the original name of the band Manfred Mann, and the option "Mann-Hugg Blues Band" is the closest match to the original name.

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8. What was the real name of Manfred Mann's original lead singer Paul Jones?

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The correct answer is Paul Pond. This is the real name of Manfred Mann's original lead singer, Paul Jones.

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9. Which band originally wrote the Manfred Mann hit "Do Wah Diddy Diddy"?

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The Exciters originally wrote the hit song "Do Wah Diddy Diddy," which was later covered by Manfred Mann.

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10. Which Manfred Mann album featured the songs "Sha La La" and "Watermelon Man"?

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The correct answer is "The Five Faces Of Manfred Mann." This album featured the songs "Sha La La" and "Watermelon Man."

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11. What was Manfred Mann's first single?

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Manfred Mann's first single was "Why Should We Not?". This answer is supported by the information provided in the question.

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12. In what year did Manfred Mann lead singer Paul Jones, decide to leave the music business completely?

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In 1969, Manfred Mann lead singer Paul Jones made the decision to leave the music business completely.

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What year did Manfred Mann have the hit single "The Mighty Quinn" on...
Which band had a hit with "Blinded By The Light" in 1977?
What decade is the hit single "Do Wah Diddy Diddy" by Manfred Mann...
What year did Manfred Mann have the hit single "Do Wah Diddy Diddy" on...
What Manfred Mann song was the theme for the ITV music series "Ready...
Who was the lead singer in the original lineup of Manfred Mann?
What was the band Manfred Mann originally called?
What was the real name of Manfred Mann's original lead singer Paul...
Which band originally wrote the Manfred Mann hit "Do Wah Diddy Diddy"?
Which Manfred Mann album featured the songs "Sha La La" and...
What was Manfred Mann's first single?
In what year did Manfred Mann lead singer Paul Jones, decide to leave...
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