A Tough And Random Musical Trivia

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1. Match each of these music royalty nicknames to the musician they belong to.

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The Queen of Pop = Madonna
The King of Rock = Elvis Presley
The King of Pop = Michael Jackson
The Queen of soul = Aretha Franklin

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We all love music, don't we? But this is not your regular music quiz, only the truest of music fans can pass this musical trivia. Here are some... see moredifficult questions about our musical history that even the smartest cannot crack.
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2. Bowie is David Bowie's real last name.

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False.

Bowie was born David Jones in 1947. He formed his first band in 1962, at the age of 15, going by the name Davy Jones. When he began transitioning into a solo career in 1967, he changed his name for a couple of reasons. First, he no longer liked the name Davy or any variation of it. Also, there already was a famous musician named Davy Jones - that of The Monkees. So for his stage name, he took on the surname of Bowie, named after the bowie knife, showcasing his love of American history and culture.

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3. Grunge rock is sometimes referred to by what geographical term?

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Since a good handful of prominent grunge bands hail from Seattle (Nirvana, Pearl Jam, Alice In Chains, Soundgarden, Mudhoney, etc.) the genre is sometimes referred to as "The Seattle Sound."

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4. The band Styx is named after:

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The band Styx is named after a river in Greek mythology. In Greek mythology, the river Styx was believed to separate the world of the living from the Underworld. It was considered a sacred and powerful river, often associated with oaths and promises. Naming the band after this river could symbolize their desire to create music that has a deep and profound impact on their listeners, just like the mythological river.

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5. What was the first music video ever shown on MTV?

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Ironically, the first ever music video MTV ever played was "Video Killed The Radio Star" by The Buggles, on the station's premier day of August 1, 1981.

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6. Terence Butler of the band Black Sabbath goes by what nickname?

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Terence Butler, the band member of Black Sabbath, is known by the nickname "Geezer".

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7. The all Christian version of the Grammy Awards is named after what bird?

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The all Christian version of the Grammy Awards is named after doves because doves are often associated with peace, purity, and the Holy Spirit in Christianity. Doves are mentioned multiple times in the Bible, including during the baptism of Jesus, where the Holy Spirit descended on him like a dove. Therefore, naming the Christian version of the Grammy Awards after doves symbolizes the desire for peace and the presence of the Holy Spirit in Christian music.

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8. How did Marvin Gaye die?

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On April 1, 1984, Marvin Gaye tried to intervene in a fight his parents were having. Things quickly escalated, especially between Gaye and his father, Marvin Gaye, Sr. Gaye quickly sought refuge in his childhood bedroom, but his father quickly caught up to him. The musician was shot once in his chest piercing his heart and again on of his shoulders. Gaye was rushed to California Hospital Medical Center, where he was pronounced dead shortly after his arrival at 1:01 pm. He was set to turn 45 the next day.

After a series of court appearances, Marvin Gaye, Sr. was charged with a six year suspended sentence with five years of probation on November 2, 1984.

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9. Match each of these royalty nicknames to the musician they belong to.

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The King of The Blues = B.B. King
The Lizard King = Jim Morrison
The Prince of Darkness = Ozzy Osbourne
The King of Swing = Benny Goodman

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10. Katy Perry's first album was as a Christian performer.

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True.

In 2001, Katy Hudson released her debut self-titled album, a contemporary Christian pop album with some rock flare. The album was reviewed well and garnered one top 20 single "Trust In Me." She was even an opening act on Phil Joel's first solo tour, The Strangely Normal Tour. However, the album ultimately wound up being a flop. Her label Red Hill Records would become defunct later that year, leaving Hudson unsigned.

In 2003, she began transitioning to a career in mainstream pop music. When she signed with the now-defunct Jive in 2004, she did so under the name Katy Perry, the name she has gained widespread fame with.

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11. Eric Clapton wrote the famous Derek and The Dominos song "Layla" about his love for whose wife?

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Eric Clapton wrote the famous Derek and The Dominos song "Layla" about his love for George Harrison's wife.

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12. What pop star based their stage name off a song by Queen?

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Stefani Joanne Angelina Germanotta, better known as Lady Gaga, based her stage name off of the Queen hit "Radio Ga Ga."

Amethyst Amelia Kelly = Iggy Azalea
Elizabeth Woolridge Grant = Lana Del Rey
Ella Marija Lani Ylelich-O'Connor = Lorde

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13. REO Speedwagon is named after a real model of motorized vehicle.

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The band took their name after the REO Speed Wagon, a truck made by Oldsmobile founder Ransom Eli Olds, though spelled differently to avoid any legal issues.

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14. Katy Perry does not use her actual surname in order to avoid confusion with what other celebrity?

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When Kathryn Hudson began a career as a mainstream pop star in 2003, she chose to use her mother's maiden name of Perry, opposed to her actual surname, in order to avoid confusion with actress Kate Hudson.

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15. Which of these musicians did not die from a drug overdose?

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Contrary to what many may believe, Bob Marley did not die from a drug overdose. In July of 1977, he was diagnosed with a type of melanoma under one of his toenails. Further tests confirmed the disease to be acral lentiginous melanoma. Doctors advised Marley to have the toe amputated, which he did not want to happen. So instead of the amputation, the melanoma slowly spread throughout Marley's entire body.

In the early 80s, Marley's health was gradually deteriorating. On May 11, 1981, Marley had canceled his tour so he could go rest in his native country of Jamaica. However, while on route to the island, his health took a turn for the worse, forcing an emergency landing in Miami. He would be pronounced dead at Cedars of Lebanon Hospital (now University of Miami Hospital) later that day, at the young age of 36.

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16. Match each of these nicknames to the musician they belong to.

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Satchmo = Louis Armstrong
The Hardest Working Man In Showbusiness = James Brown
The Boss = Bruce Springsteen
The Chairman of The Board = Frank Sinatra

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17. Keith Richards has publicly stated that he conceived main riff of what Rolling Stones song in a dream?

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Keith Richards has publicly stated that he conceived the main riff of "(I Can't Get No) Satisfaction" in a dream. This song is one of the Rolling Stones' most iconic hits and is known for its catchy guitar riff. Richards has mentioned in interviews that he woke up in the middle of the night with the riff playing in his head and quickly recorded it before falling back asleep. The dream-inspired riff became the defining element of the song and has since become one of the most recognizable guitar riffs in rock history.

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18. In 1982, Thomas Dolby had a #1 hit with "She Blinded Me With ________."

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In 1982, Thomas Dolby had a #1 hit with the song "She Blinded Me With Science." The song's lyrics describe a romantic encounter where the singer is captivated and overwhelmed by the woman's intellect and knowledge in the field of science. The phrase "She Blinded Me With Science" has since become a popular idiom to describe being amazed or dazzled by someone's intelligence or expertise in a particular subject.

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19. Aretha Franklin's iconic hit song "Respect" was originally recorded and released by what other singer?

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"Respect" was originally recorded and released by Otis Redding. Aretha Franklin's version of the song became more popular and iconic, but it was originally written and performed by Redding.

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20. The band simply called The Band first gained notoriety as the backing band for what musician?

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in 1965, Bob Dylan was looking for a backing band to use for his first ever electric tour. He wound up choosing a Canadian band called The Hawks. The Hawks toured with Dylan from September of 1965-May 66, with the tour billed as "Bob Dylan and The Band." When they began recording their first album without Dylan in 67, they debated on a new name. Guitarist Robbie Robertson suggested they simply call themselves "The Band"," since that's what they were most referred to while on tour with Dylan. Thus, the debut album from The Band, "Music From Big Pink," was released on July 1, 1968.

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21. Who is the only barefoot Beatle on the cover of the album "Abby Road"?

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While a few variations of the iconic album cover exist, on the one that made it to store shelves, all of The Beatles are wearing shoes... except for Paul McCartney.

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22. Rapper Coolio sang the theme song for what Nickelodeon show?

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Coolio sang the theme song for the Nickelodeon show "Kenan & Kel."

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23. Who sings the line "I Want My MTV" on the Dire Straits' hit "Money For Nothing"?

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According to bassist Illsley, "Sting used to come to Montserrat to go windsurfing, and he came up for supper at the studio. We played him 'Money for Nothing' and he turned round and said, 'You've done it this time, you bastards.' Mark said if he thought it was so good, why didn't he go and add something to it. He did his bit there and then."

The result wound up being the iconic "I want my MTV" line, garnering Sting a co-writing credit on the song.

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24. Which of these bands was Eric Clapton never a part of ?

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Eric Clapton was never a part of Humble Pie. He was a member of Blind Faith, Cream, and John Mayall & The Bluesbreakers at different points in his career.

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25. Which of these legendary guitarists never spent time as a member of The Yardbirds?

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Ronnie Wood never spent time as a member of The Yardbirds. The other three guitarists, Jeff Beck, Jimmy Page, and Eric Clapton, all had stints as members of The Yardbirds at different points in their careers.

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26. Match each of these bands to their set of brothers.

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Arcade Fire = Win & Will Butler
Three Days Grace = Brad & Matt Walst
Oasis = Liam & Noel Gallagher
Radiohead = Colin & Jonny Greenwood

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27. What date is known as "The Day The Music Died"?

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On February 3, 1959, near Clear Lake, Iowa, a plane crashed, killing four people, three of which were notable musicians: Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, and JP "Big Bopper" Richardson. In 1971, the date became known as "The day the music died," as singer/songwriter Don McLean used the phrase in his iconic song "American Pie," which the crash inspired.

On March 5, 1963, country singer Patsy Cline died in a plane crash in Camden, Nashville, on route to Nashville. She was only 30 years old.

On December 10, 1967 Otis Redding died at the age of 26 when a plan crashed in Lake Monona, in Madison, Wisconsin.

October 24, 1971 was the release date for Don McLean's second album "American Pie."

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28. Joan Jet & The Blackhearts had a #1 hit with "I Love Rock and Roll." Who originally recorded and released the song?

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While a #1 hit for Joan Jett & The Blackhearts in 1981, the song was originally recorded and released in 1975 by The Arrows.

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29. Before becoming a Foo Fighter, Taylor Hawkins drummed for what musician?

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Before joining the Foo Fighters in 1997, Hawkins was the drummer for Alanis Morissette on her "Can't Not" tour in 1995 and 96.

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30. Match each of these musicians to band with which they first gained notoriety.

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David Crosby = The Byrds
Stephen Stills = Buffalo Springfield
Graham Nash = The Hollies

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31. Patricia Mae Andrzejewski is more famously known by what name?

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Patricia Mae Andrzejewski is more famously known as Pat Benatar.

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32. Match each of these mononymous singers to their last name.

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Adele Adkins
Cher Sarkisian
Madonna Ciccone
Sia Furler

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33. How did Jack White get his last name?

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Jack White was born in 1975 with the surname Gillis. In 1996, he met a bartender named Meg who had recently taken up drumming. They quickly married, and contrary to western culture, Jack took on her last name of White. In 1997, they formed the popular rock duo The White Stipes.

They finalized a divorce on March 24, 2000, almost three months before the release of their second album "De Stijl." Now having the same surname, they since promoted themselves as brother and sister.

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34. KISS drummer Eric Carr's death was overshadowed, because he died on the same day as which of these famous singers?

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In February of 1991, KISS drummer Eric Carr was diagnosed with heart cancer, During his absence, session drummer Eric Singer stepped in to fill Carr's role in the band, even recording on the album "Revenge." Carr underwent multiple surgeries to remove his tumor in April. Afterwards, his health seemed to be progressing, so he resumed his position within the band.

Later that year, in September, Carr suffered an aneurysm and was immediately hospitalized. A few days later, he suffered a brain hemorrhage from which he never regained consciousness. It wasn't until November 24 when he was officially pronounced dead at the age of 41.

Carr's death would be heavily overshadowed because on the same day Queen frontman Freddie Mercury was pronounced dead at the age of 45, due to AIDS related bronchopneumonia.

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35. What is the real name of Hootie from Hootie & The Blowfish?

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Hootie's real name is Darius Rucker.

Adam Duritz is the lead singer for Counting Crows.
Zack de la Rocha is the lead singer for Rage Against The Machine.
Bryan McKnight is an R&B/pop singer.

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36. Did you know that Keith Moon of The Who released a solo album? What is the name of this album?

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The correct answer is "Two Sides of The Moon." This album was released by Keith Moon, the drummer of The Who, as his only solo album. It was released in 1975 and featured collaborations with various artists including Ringo Starr, Harry Nilsson, and Joe Walsh. The album received mixed reviews but gained a cult following over time.

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37. In 2010, why did English musician Dan Smith name his band Bastille?

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Bastille frontman Dan Smith was born on July 14, 1986, aka Bastille Day.

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38. Why is Bono always seen wearing sunglasses?

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Bono is always seen wearing sunglasses because he suffers from glaucoma. Glaucoma is a condition that damages the optic nerve and can result in vision loss. Wearing sunglasses can help protect the eyes from bright lights and reduce discomfort caused by glaucoma.

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39. Before his music career, Drake stared in what TV show?

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Degrassi: The Next Generation was a Canadian teen drama that began in 2001 as a continuation of Degrassi High that ran for two seasons from 1989-91. In The Next Generation, Aubrey Graham starred as Jimmy Brooks, a promising basketball star who gets paralyzed in the fourth season after being shot in the back by a disgruntled schoolmate.

Graham independently released his first album, a mixtape called "Room For Improvement" in 2006. As a musician, he used only his middle name, Drake, to differ his music from his acting career. He released a second mixtape, "Comeback Season," the following year. "So Far Gone," his third mixtape was released in 2009.

Which each album he released he garnered more and more success, collaboration with big names in the rap industry such as Trey Songs, Lil Wayne, among others. "So Far Gone," proved to be such a huge success that Drake decided to leave Degrassi: The Next Generation in 2009, after it's eighth season, to make music his name career focus. The show lasted for five more seasons, ending in 2014.

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40. What was the first #1 solo hit by a member of The Beatles?

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"My Sweet Lord" by George Harrison was the first #1 solo hit by a member of The Beatles. This song was released in 1970 and topped the charts in multiple countries. It showcased Harrison's spiritual and philosophical beliefs, incorporating elements of Hinduism into the lyrics. The song's catchy melody and uplifting message resonated with audiences, solidifying Harrison's success as a solo artist after the breakup of The Beatles.

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41. Who was the first musician to host Saturday Night Live?

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Paul Simon became the second ever host of the famed variety show on October 18, 1975.

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42. What is Ray Charles' last name?

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Ray Charles Robinson was born on September 23, 1930, in Albany, Georgia.

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43. How many official state songs are by John Denver?

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Two of John Denver's songs are official state songs. On March 12, 2007 "Rock Mountain High" was adapted as the second official state song of Colorado. On March 7, 2014, legislators in West Virginia approved "Take Me Home, Country Roads" as the state's fourth official song, due to its mention of the state.

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44. When Billboard released its first ever chart in 1940, what was the #1 song?

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When Billboard released its first ever chat on June 27, 1940, these were the top four songs:
1. "I'll Never Smile Again" by Tommy Dorsey
2. "The Breeze and I" by Jimmy Dorsey
3. "Playmates" by Kay Kyser
4. "Imagination" by Glenn Miller

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45. What was the first ever #1 song on the American Top 40 Countdown?

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On the first episode of the American Top 40 countdown, these were the top four songs:
1. "Mama Told Me (Not To Come)" by Three Dog Night
2. "Ball of Confusion" by The Temptations
3. "The Love You Save" by The Jackson Five
4. "Ride Captain Ride" by Blues Image

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46. Tim McGraw's father was an athlete in what professional sports league?

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Tim McGraw's father Frank, better known as Tug, was a closing pitcher in the MLB (Major League Baseball), from 1965-1984. He split his time evenly between the New York Mets and Philadelphia Phillies, playing ten years with each team.

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47. Which of these bands has Paul Rodgers never been a part of?

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Paul Rodgers has been a part of the bands The Firm, The Law, and Free, but he has never been a part of the band Foghat.

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48. What was the first ever #1 video on MTV's Total Request Live?

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The first ever #1 video on MTV's Total Request Live was "I'll Never Break Your Heart" by Backstreet Boys.

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49. What is the one and only song to win the Grammy Award for Best Disco Recording?

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"I Will Survive" by Gloria Gaynor is the one and only song to win the Grammy Award for Best Disco Recording. This song became an anthem for empowerment and resilience, resonating with audiences during the disco era and beyond. Its iconic lyrics and catchy disco beat made it a standout in the genre, earning it recognition and acclaim from the music industry, including the prestigious Grammy Award.

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50. Who is the only member of One Direction not from England?

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While four members of the popular boy band hail from England, Niall Horan is from Mullingar, Ireland.

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51. Match each of these white hip-hop artists to their real name.

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Macklemore = Haggerty
Lil Dicky = David Burd
Vanilla Ice = Robert Van Winkle
Machine Gun Kelly = Colson Baker

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52. Match each of these musicians to their first name.

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Keith Emmerson
Greg Lake
Carl Palmer

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53. Match each of the monoymous singers to their last name.

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Beck Hansen
Prince Nelson
Seal Samuel
Usher Raymond III

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54. Joel is Billy Joel's actual last name.

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True.

William (Billy) Martin Joel was born on May 9, 1949, in New York City.

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55. Paul McCartney originally wrote The Beatles' song "Helter Skelter" in attempts to out rock what band?

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Paul McCartney originally wrote The Beatles' song "Helter Skelter" in attempts to out rock The Who.

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56. Lynyrd Skynyrd sarcastically named their band after Leonard Skinner, a faculty member at the high school the original members attended. What position did he have?

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The band took their name after Leonard Skinner, a gym teacher at Robert E. Lee High School in Jacksonville, Florida, which the original members attended. Skinner was known for being heavily strict on enforcing the school's policies, as well as against long hair on guys.

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57. Pick out the right handed guitarist.

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Rick Nielsen of Cheap Trick is the right handed guitarist because the question asks to pick out the right handed guitarist, and Rick Nielsen is mentioned as one of the options.

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58. Of the eight Osmond brothers, how many have been in the musical group known as The Osmonds?

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There are eight Osmond brothers: Alan, Donny Jay, Jimmy, Merrill, Tom, Virl, Wayne. Though there have been a few lineup variations of The Osmonds, only Tom and Virl have never been a part of the brotherly group.

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59. Queen has two albums named after movies by what famous comedy team?

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The Queen albums "A Night At The Opera" from 1975 and "A Day At The Races" from 1976 are named after two 1930s movies by the famous comedy team The Marx Brothers.

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60. Which of these musicians did not die at the age of 27?

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Since many notable musicians have died at the age of 27, the term "27 Club" has been coined to group all those deaths together. Of these four musicians, only Ian Curtis of the British new wave band Joy Division did not die at the age of 27. He committed suicide at the age of 23, on May 18, 1980.

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61. Match each of these nicknames to the musician they belong to.

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Motor City Madman
The Ox = John Entwistle
Fingers = Don Felder
Slowhand = Eric Clapton

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62. Why did Jimi Hendrix burn his guitar at the Monterey Pop Festival in 1967?

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In 1967, it was a debate as to who would be the closing act for the festival: Jimi Hendrix or The Who. Ultimately, the slot went to Hendrix. As The Who are famous for smashing their instruments at the end of their sets, Hendrix did not want to be upstaged, so during his performance, he lit his guitar on fire.

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63. Match each of these musicians to their given birth name.

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Magic Dick = Richard Salwitz
Bono = Paul Hewson
Sid Vicious = John Ritchie
Tré Cool = Frank Wright III

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64. Who was the first band to promote a new album by advertising on a billboard?

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in 1967, along the Sunset Strip in Los Angeles, Elektra Records took out a billboard above Chateau Marmont to promote the debut album from The Doors. This was the first time a band was promoted in such a manner.

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65. Match each of these bands to their set of brothers.

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Creedence Clearwater Revival = John & Tom Fogerty
The Kinks = Dave & Ray Davies
Kool & The Gang = Robert & Ronald Bell
Styx = Chuck & John Panozzo

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66. Match each of these hip-hop artists to their real name.

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50 Cent = Curtis Jackson
Snoop Dogg = Calvin Broadus, Jr.
Ice-T = Tracy Marrow
Whiz Khalifa = Cameron Thomaz

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67. What is the name of the venue Prince performs at in his movie "Purple Rain"?

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In the 1984 movie, Prince performs at First Avenue, the most iconic music venue of his hometown of Minneapolis, Minnesota.

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68. Pop singer Alecia Moore based her stage name off a character from what Quentin Tarantino movie?

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Pop star Alecia Moore has publicly stated that she based her stage name P!nk off Steve Buscemi's character Mr. Pink, from the Quentin Tarantino movie "Reservoir Dogs."

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69. Match each singer to their backing band.

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George Thorogood & The Destroyers
Tommy James & The Shondells
Sam The Sham & The Pharaohs
Gary Puckett & The Union Gap Band

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70. Rank the three Jonas Brothers from oldest to youngest.

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The three Jonas Brothers from oldest to youngest are:
Kevin (November 5, 1987)
Joe (August 15, 1989)
Nick (September 16, 1992)

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71. The American Top 40 countdown debuted in 1970, on what holiday?

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The first episode of the American Top 40 countdown premiered on July 4, 1970.

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72. Thom Yorke of Radiohead has what eye condition?

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If you're a fan of Radiohead, you may have noticed something weird about Thom Yorke's eyes. That is because When Yorke was born in 1968, he was born with a paralyzed left eye. When he was six, he underwent five surgeries to correct this. But according to Yorke, the last of these was botched, leaving him with a droopy eyelid, medically known as ptosis.

Monochromacy is the medical term to colorblindness.

Keratoconus is when the cornea of an eye, which is normally domed shaped, thins and bulges outward into a cone shape, causing blurred vision and sensitivity to light.

Nystagmus is a condition where the eyes make uncontrolled movements on their own. This often leads to a lack of depth perception and often effect's a person's balance and coordination.

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73. Aside from Kendrick Lamar who is featured on the track, how many celebrities guest star in Taylor Swift's music video for her song "Bad Blood"?

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Aside from Lamar, these 16 celebrities guest star in the music video: Selena Gomez, Lena Dunham, Hailee Steinfeld, Serayah, Gigi Hadid, Ellie Goulding, Martha Hunt, Cara Delevingne, Zendaya, Hayley Williams, Lily Aldridge, Karlie Kloss, Jessica Alba, Mariska Hargitay, Ellen Pompeo, and Cindy Crawford.

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74. What singer inspired the Aerosmith hit "Dude (Looks Like A Lady)"?

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One time at a bar, Steven Tyler saw Mötley Crüe singer Vince Neil from behind and mistook him and his long blonde hair to be a female. This created an inside joke, as the other members of Aerosmith would mock Tyler by saying "duded looked like a lady." This inspired Tyler to change a song he, Joe Perry, and songwriter Desmond Child had called "Crusin' For A Lady" to "Dude (Looks Like A Lady)."

The song was the band's second single from their 1987 album "Permanent Vacation." It reached #14 on Billboard's Top 100, and #4 on Billboard's US Mainstream Rock chart.

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75. Match each of these musicians to their given birth name.

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Kid Rock = Robert Ritchie
Sting = Gordon Sumner
Uncle Kracker = Matthew Shafer
Flea = Michael Balzary

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76. How many drummers did Nirvana have before Dave Grohl joined?

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When Kurt Cobain and Krist Novoselic first formed a band in 1986, they first recruited Bob McFadden. Together, the three performed together as The Sellouts, mainly playing covers of Creedence Clearwater Revival. The Sellouts quickly faded away, leaving the band without a drummer. So in early 1987 Cobain and Novoselic recruited Aaron Burckhard, who would remain with the band until December. They would then practice with Dale Corver from The Melvins, but he was never an official member of the band, as he quickly moved to San Francisco.

Their next official drummer would be Dave Foster, who was only with the band for a few months in 1988, leaving just as they were gearing up to record their first full album. A mutual friend introduced Cobain and Novoselic to Chad Channing, who recorded with band on their debut album "Bleach." Creative differences would cause Channing to leave in 1990.

Mudhoney drummer Dave Peters briefly filled the void, playing seven tour dates in 1990 with the Nirvana. Later that year, in September, they were introduced to Dave Grohl, whose D.C. band Scream had recently broke up. Grohl would remain Nirvana's drummer until Kurt Cobain's death, recording on the albums "Nevermind" and "In Utero."

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77. In 1994, Dave Grohl was asked to be the new drummer for what band?

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When Tom Petty released his first solo album "Full Moon Fever" in 1989, every Heartbreaker contributed to at least one song on the album, except for drummer Stan Lynch. This could be the reason behind Lynch's growing tensions within the band, as he may have felt slighted from not being a part of the album. Lynch would remain a Heartbreaker until October 2, 1994. However, The band was scheduled to perform on Saturday Night Live on November 19, to promote Petty's second solo album "Wildflowers."

Petty asked Dave Grohl to fill in on drums for the show. Grohl recently found himself without a band as Kurt Cobain's suicide back in April brought an end to Nirvana. Petty thought Grohl was such a nice fit to the band, that after the SNL performance, he asked Grohl if he would like to be the new Heartbreaker drummer, officially replacing Lynch. Grohl declined, wanting to form a band of his own, which wound up being Foo Fighters.

Steve Ferrone, who was the drummer for Average White Band in the 70s, as well as a popular session drummer, became Lynch's official replacement, playing his first show as a Heartbreaker on February 28, 1995. He would remain the band's drummer until Petty's death in 2017.

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78. Which of these bands is named after its lead singer?

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Dokken is an 80s glam metal band named after it's lead singer, Don Dokken.

When Fleetwood Mac formed in 1967, it was named after drummer Mick Fleetwood and original bassist John McVie.

The J. Geils Band is named after lead guitarist John Geils. Its lead singer was Peter Wolf.

Mike & The Mechanics is a side project formed by Genesis bassist/guitarist Mike Rutherford. Its lead singer was Paul Young.

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79. What was the first music video ever shown on VH1?

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The first video VH1 ever played when it debuted on January 1, 1985, was Marvin Gaye's performance of "The Star Spangled Banner" from the 1983 NBA All-Star Game. Gaye had died the previous year, and the station wanted to pay tribute.

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80. How may syllables are in each of the album titles by Kings of Leon?

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Each of the album titles by Kings of Leon consists of five syllables.

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81. Match each of the country music nicknames to the musician they belong to.

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Bocephus = Hank Williams, Jr.
The Singing Cowboy = Gene Autry
The Man In Black = Johnny Cash
The Possum = George Jones

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82. What is Bing Crosby's real first name?

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Bing Crosby's real first name is Harry.

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83. In what year did VH1 debut?

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VH1 made its debut on January 1, 1985.

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84. Match each of these musicians to their given birth name.

Explanation

The Edge = David Evans
Moby = Richard Hall
Elvis Costello = Declan McManus
Joey Ramone = Jeffrey Hayman

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85. How many Disney songs have won the Academy Award for Best Original Song?

Explanation

To date, these 14 Disney songs have won the award:
•"When You Wish Upon A Star" from Pinocchio
•"Zip-a-Dee-Doo-Dah" from Song of The South
•"Chim Chim Cher-ee" from Marry Poppins
•"Under The Sea" from The Little Mermaid
•"Beauty and The Beast" from Beauty and The Beast
•"A Whole New World" from Aladdin
•"Can You Feel The Love Tonight" from The Lion King
•"Colors of The Wind" from Pocahontas
•"You'll Be In My Heart" from Tarzan
•"If I Didn't Have You" from Monsters, Inc.
•"We Belong Together" from Toy Story 3
•"Man or Muppet" from The Muppets
•"Let It Go" from Frozen
•"Remember Me" from Coco

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86. Who was the first artist signed to The Beatles' Apple Records?

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James Taylor was the first artist signed to The Beatles' Apple Records. This record label was founded by The Beatles in 1968 and aimed to provide a platform for talented artists. James Taylor, an American singer-songwriter, was signed to Apple Records in 1968 and released his debut album on the label in 1969. This marked the beginning of Apple Records' journey in promoting and supporting new artists.

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87. What was the first album ever released as a CD?

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While other albums were first translated to compact disc, Billy Joel's 1978 "52nd Street" was the first CD to be found in the stores. It was released on the new format in Japan, on October 1, 1982, almost four years after its initial release.

Bruce Springsteen's 1984 album "Born In The U.S.A." was the first album sold as a CD in the U.S.A.

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88. Sis's cousin Peter Furler is a member of which of these Christian bands?

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Peter Furler is a member of the Christian band Newsboys.

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89. Who invented the harmonica neck holder?

Explanation

Les Paul is credited with inventing the harmonica neck holder.

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90. Who is the only member of the Backstreet Boys to have not released a solo album?

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Ever member of the Backstreet Boys has released at least one solo album... except for Kevin Richardson.

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91. Match each of these hip-hop artists to their real name.

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Ludacris = Chris Bridges
DMX = Earl Simmons
Flavor Flav = William Drayton, Jr.
MC Hammer = Stanley Burrell

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92. How old was Michael Jackson when he released his first solo album?

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Michael Jackson was 13 years old when he released his first solo album. This indicates that he started his successful solo career at a very young age, showcasing his exceptional talent and potential in the music industry. Jackson's debut album, "Got to Be There," was released in 1972 and marked the beginning of his solo journey, which would later establish him as one of the most influential and iconic musicians of all time.

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93. What was the first Super Bowl to have a popular recording artist perform at its halftime show?

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In 1993, at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, California, Michael Jackson became the first popular recording artist to perform at the game's halftime show, when he performed during Super Bowl XXVII (27).

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94. Rank the three Hanson brothers from youngest to oldest.

Explanation

The three Hanson brothers from youngest to oldest are:
Zac (October 22, 1985)
Taylor (March 14, 1983)
Isaac (November 17, 1980)

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95. Which of these country musicians actually uses their first name?

Explanation

Tracy Darrell Adkins

Frederick Dierks Bentley
Troyal Garth Brooks
Thomas Luke Bryan
Kenneth Eric Church

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96. Match each of these hip-hop artists to their real name.

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Questlove = Ahmir Thompson
Rick Ross = William Roberts II
A$AP Rocky = Rakim Mayers
Common = Lonnie Lynn

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97. Match each of these hip-hop artists to their real name.

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Busta Rhymes = Trevor Smith Jr
Coolio = Artis Ivey, Jr.
Ice Cube = O'Shea Jackson
Flo Rida = Tramar Dillard

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