KC And The Sunshine Band

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    What is "KC" of KC and the Sunshine Band's real name?

    • David Jones
    • Harry Wayne Casey
    • Bruce King
    • Jonathan Darby
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  • 2. 

    What bad thing happened to KC of KC and the Sunshine Band in 1982?

    • Car Accident

    • Leukemia

    • Death

    • Cancer

    Correct Answer
    A. Car Accident
    Explanation
    In 1982, KC of KC and the Sunshine Band experienced a car accident.

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  • 3. 

    KC and the Sunshine Band were the first act to score three #1 hits in one year since whom?

    • The Beatles

    • The Rolling Stones

    • The Kinks

    • The Animals

    Correct Answer
    A. The Beatles
    Explanation
    KC and the Sunshine Band were the first act to score three #1 hits in one year since The Beatles. This means that no other act had achieved this feat since The Beatles had done so previously. The Beatles were known for their immense popularity and success, making them a benchmark for other artists to measure up to. KC and the Sunshine Band's achievement of three #1 hits in one year is significant because it puts them in the same league as The Beatles in terms of chart success.

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  • 4. 

    Where did KC of KC and the Sunshine Band work before forming the band?

    • Newspaper

    • Theatre

    • Record Store

    • Grocery Store

    Correct Answer
    A. Record Store
    Explanation
    Before forming the band KC and the Sunshine Band, KC worked at a record store. This suggests that KC had a background in music and was familiar with the industry, which likely influenced his decision to form a band. Working at a record store would have exposed KC to a wide range of music and allowed him to develop his own musical style and taste. This experience may have also provided him with valuable connections and knowledge about the music business, which would have been beneficial in starting and managing a successful band.

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  • 5. 

    Who is KC of KC and the Sunshine Band's longtime songwriting partner?

    • Bootsy Collins

    • Johnny Ramone

    • Richard Finch

    • Bo Diddley

    Correct Answer
    A. Richard Finch
    Explanation
    Richard Finch is the longtime songwriting partner of KC of KC and the Sunshine Band. He is known for his collaboration with KC in writing many of the band's hit songs. Together, they have created a unique sound and style that became popular in the disco era. Richard Finch's contributions to the band's success and his partnership with KC make him the correct answer to this question.

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  • 6. 

    Which KC and the Sunshine Band member was partially paralyzed for six months in 1982?

    • Derek Forreal

    • Richard Finch

    • Robert Johnson

    • KC

    Correct Answer
    A. KC
    Explanation
    KC is the correct answer because KC, whose real name is Harry Wayne Casey, is a member of the band KC and the Sunshine Band. In 1982, KC was partially paralyzed for six months, which is why he is the correct answer to the question.

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  • 7. 

    Which KC and the Sunshine Band member temporarily retired from music in 1985?

    • KC

    • Robert Johnson

    • Derek Forreal

    • Richard Finch

    Correct Answer
    A. KC
    Explanation
    KC, also known as Harry Wayne Casey, temporarily retired from music in 1985. He was a member of the band KC and the Sunshine Band, which was popular in the 1970s for their disco and funk music.

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  • 8. 

    Which KC and the Sunshine Band album was entirely instrumental?

    • KC And The Sunshine Band

    • Part 3

    • Do You Wanna Go Party?

    • The Sound Of Sunshine

    Correct Answer
    A. The Sound Of Sunshine
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "The Sound Of Sunshine." This album by KC and the Sunshine Band was entirely instrumental, meaning it did not include any vocals or lyrics.

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  • 9. 

    Who played keyboards in the original lineup of KC and the Sunshine Band?

    • Richard Finch

    • KC

    • Jerome Smith

    • Robert Johnson

    Correct Answer
    A. KC
    Explanation
    KC played keyboards in the original lineup of KC and the Sunshine Band.

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  • 10. 

    Which member of KC and the Sunshine Band died in a construction accident?

    • KC

    • Richard Finch

    • Robert Johnson

    • Jerome Smith

    Correct Answer
    A. Jerome Smith
    Explanation
    Jerome Smith, a member of KC and the Sunshine Band, died in a construction accident.

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  • 11. 

    Who did the "New York Times" compare KC and the Sunshine Band's stage presence to?

    • Elvis Presley

    • David Bowie

    • Jerry Lee Lewis

    • Stevie Wonder

    Correct Answer
    A. Elvis Presley
    Explanation
    The "New York Times" compared KC and the Sunshine Band's stage presence to Elvis Presley.

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  • 12. 

    Where did KC and the Sunshine band perform a greatest hits medley in 1999?

    • The World Series

    • The Superbowl

    • The Orange Bowl

    • The Rose Bowl

    Correct Answer
    A. The Superbowl
    Explanation
    In 1999, KC and the Sunshine Band performed a greatest hits medley at the Superbowl. The Superbowl is a highly anticipated annual championship game of the National Football League (NFL) in the United States. It is known for its extravagant halftime shows featuring renowned musicians and performers. KC and the Sunshine Band's performance at the Superbowl provided them with a massive platform to showcase their popular hits to a wide audience.

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  • 13. 

    What mid-90's band covered KC and the Sunshine Band's "That's the Way (I Like It)"?

    • Jesus Jones

    • The Spin Doctors

    • Dave Matthews Band

    • Blues Traveler

    Correct Answer
    A. The Spin Doctors
    Explanation
    The Spin Doctors is the correct answer because they were a mid-90's band known for their hit songs like "Two Princes" and "Little Miss Can't Be Wrong." They were known for their blend of rock, pop, and funk influences, which would make them a likely candidate to cover KC and the Sunshine Band's disco hit "That's the Way (I Like It)."

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  • 14. 

    Where did KC of KC and the Sunshine Band study music?

    • Oxford

    • Miami-Dade Community College

    • University Of Miami

    • Berklee College Of Music

    Correct Answer
    A. Miami-Dade Community College
    Explanation
    KC of KC and the Sunshine Band studied music at Miami-Dade Community College.

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  • 15. 

    Which member of "KC and the Sunshine Band" died of cancer at the age of 30?

    • Derek Forreal

    • Richard Finch

    • KC

    • Robert Johnson

    Correct Answer
    A. Robert Johnson
    Explanation
    Robert Johnson did not die of cancer at the age of 30. He was a famous blues musician who died at the age of 27, and his cause of death is still a subject of debate and speculation. Therefore, the given answer is incorrect.

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  • 16. 

    Who played bass in the original lineup of KC and the Sunshine Band?

    • Richard Finch

    • Jerome Smith

    • Robert Johnson

    • KC

    Correct Answer
    A. Richard Finch
    Explanation
    Richard Finch is the correct answer because he was the bass player in the original lineup of KC and the Sunshine Band. He was one of the founding members of the band and played a crucial role in their success, contributing to their signature disco sound. Finch's basslines can be heard in many of the band's hit songs, such as "Get Down Tonight" and "That's the Way (I Like It)".

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  • 17. 

    Who played guitar in the original lineup of KC and the Sunshine Band?

    • KC

    • Robert Johnson

    • Richard Finch

    • Jerome Smith

    Correct Answer
    A. Jerome Smith
    Explanation
    Jerome Smith played guitar in the original lineup of KC and the Sunshine Band.

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  • 18. 

    Which KC and the Sunshine Band album contains "I'm Your Boogie Man"?

    • The Sound Of Sunshine

    • Do You Wanna Go Party?

    • KC And The Sunshine Band

    • Part 3

    Correct Answer
    A. Part 3
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Part 3." This album by KC and the Sunshine Band contains the song "I'm Your Boogie Man."

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  • 19. 

    Which KC and the Sunshine Band album contains "Keep It Comin Love"?

    • KC And The Sunshine Band

    • Do You Wanna Go Party?

    • Part 3

    • The Sound Of Sunshine

    Correct Answer
    A. Part 3
    Explanation
    "Part 3" is the correct answer because it is an album by KC and the Sunshine Band. The song "Keep It Comin Love" is included in this album.

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  • 20. 

    What song redid KC and the Sunshine Band's "Rock Your Baby" and "Sound Your Funky Horn"?

    • Funkadelic

    • Funky '75

    • Funk It Up

    • Funkin' On The Railroad

    Correct Answer
    A. Funky '75
    Explanation
    "Funky '75" is the correct answer because it suggests that the song was released in 1975 and has a funky style, which aligns with the original songs by KC and the Sunshine Band. The word "funky" in the title also hints at the genre of the song, further supporting the connection to KC and the Sunshine Band's funk sound. This makes "Funky '75" the most likely choice for a song that redid KC and the Sunshine Band's tracks.

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  • 21. 

    What was KC and the Sunshine Band's first U.K. hit?

    • Queen Of Clubs

    • Shake Your Booty

    • I'm Your Boogie Man

    • Get Down Tonight

    Correct Answer
    A. Queen Of Clubs
    Explanation
    "Queen Of Clubs" was KC and the Sunshine Band's first U.K. hit. This song, released in 1974, reached number 7 on the U.K. Singles Chart. It showcased the band's signature disco sound and became popular among disco enthusiasts in the U.K. The success of "Queen Of Clubs" helped launch KC and the Sunshine Band's career in the U.K. and solidified their reputation as a leading disco group.

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  • 22. 

    What shock-rocker covered KC and the Sunshine Band's "I'm Your Boogie Man"?

    • Marilyn Manson

    • Alice Cooper

    • Ghaur

    • Rob Zombie

    Correct Answer
    A. Rob Zombie
    Explanation
    Rob Zombie is a shock-rocker known for his dark and theatrical performances. He is also known for covering songs in his own unique style. "I'm Your Boogie Man" is a song originally performed by KC and the Sunshine Band, a disco group. Given Rob Zombie's affinity for covering songs and his reputation as a shock-rocker, it is plausible that he covered this song, making him the correct answer.

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  • 23. 

    What was the working title for KC and the Sunshine Band's "Get Down Tonight"?

    • What You Want Is What You'll Get

    • KC Boogie

    • Shake Shake Shake

    • Town Get Donight

    Correct Answer
    A. What You Want Is What You'll Get
    Explanation
    The working title for KC and the Sunshine Band's "Get Down Tonight" was "What You Want Is What You'll Get."

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  • 24. 

    Which KC and the Sunshine Band album contains "Shake Your Booty"?

    • The Sound Of Sunshine

    • KC And The Sunshine Band

    • Part 3

    • Do You Wanna Go Party?

    Correct Answer
    A. Part 3
    Explanation
    "Shake Your Booty" is a popular song by KC and the Sunshine Band. The correct answer, "Part 3," is the album that contains this song.

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