Kool & The Gang Quiz
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What was Kool & The Gang's only #1 Billboard Hot 100 hit?
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Get Down On It
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Jungle Boogie
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Celebration
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Ladies' Night
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Calling all Kool & the Gang fans for the ultimate quiz challenge.
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Who was the lead singer for Kool & The Gang?
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Ronald Bell
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Robert Bell
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James "J.T." Taylor
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George Brown
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A. James "J.T." TaylorExplanation
James "J.T." Taylor was the lead singer for Kool & The Gang. He joined the band in 1979 and remained their lead vocalist until 1988. During his time with the band, Kool & The Gang achieved great success with hits like "Ladies' Night," "Celebration," and "Joanna." Taylor's soulful and charismatic voice became synonymous with the band's sound during this period. His departure from the group marked a significant change in their musical direction.Rate this question:
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"Let's take a walk together near the ocean shore" begins what Kool & The Gang song?
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Stone Love
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Joanna
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Tonight
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Cherish
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A. CherishExplanation
The correct answer is "Cherish." The question is asking for the Kool & The Gang song that begins with the lyrics "Let's take a walk together near the ocean shore." The only option that matches this description is "Cherish."Rate this question:
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What Kool & The Gang song repeatedly says "Get down, get down"?
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Hollywood Swinging
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Funky Stuff
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Jungle Boogie
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Funky Man
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A. Jungle BoogieExplanation
The correct answer is Jungle Boogie. This song by Kool & The Gang features the repeated phrase "Get down, get down" in its lyrics. It is a popular funk track known for its infectious groove and energetic vibe.Rate this question:
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"If you hear any noise, it ain't the boys" is from what Kool & The Gang song?
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Big Fun
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Hangin' Out
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Ladies' Night
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Steppin' Out
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A. Ladies' NightExplanation
The correct answer is "Ladies' Night". The given phrase, "If you hear any noise, it ain't the boys", is a line from the song "Ladies' Night" by Kool & The Gang. This song was released in 1979 and became a hit, celebrating a night out for the ladies. The line suggests that if there is any noise or excitement happening, it is not caused by the boys, but rather by the ladies enjoying their night.Rate this question:
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"I always wanted to fit into a band" is from what Kool & The Gang song?
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Caribbean Festival
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Hollywood Swinging
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Rhyme Time People
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Hangin' Out
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A. Hollywood SwingingExplanation
The correct answer is "Hollywood Swinging." The lyrics "I always wanted to fit into a band" are from this Kool & The Gang song.Rate this question:
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Prior to 2006, how many Grammy Awards did Kool & The Gang win?
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Two
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Four
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Three
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Zero
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A. TwoExplanation
Kool & The Gang won two Grammy Awards prior to 2006.Rate this question:
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What was Kool & The Gang's first platinum-selling album?
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Everybody's Dancin'
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Something Special
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Emergency
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Ladies' Night
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A. Ladies' NightExplanation
"Ladies' Night" was Kool & The Gang's first platinum-selling album because it was released in 1979 and became a commercial success, reaching number eight on the Billboard 200 chart. The album's title track, "Ladies' Night," was a major hit and reached number eight on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The album also included other popular songs like "Too Hot" and "Hangin' Out." The success of "Ladies' Night" marked a turning point in Kool & The Gang's career and solidified their status as one of the leading funk and R&B bands of the time.Rate this question:
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Which Kool & The Gang album cover features their name carved from ice?
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Spirit Of The Boogie
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Music Is The Message
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Wild And Peaceful
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Light Of Worlds
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A. Music Is The MessageExplanation
The correct answer is "Music Is The Message." This album cover features the name of the band, Kool & The Gang, carved from ice.Rate this question:
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Which Kool & The Gang album cover features a rainbow going through a heart?
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In The Heart
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Unite
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As One
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Forever
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A. In The HeartExplanation
The correct answer is "In The Heart". This album cover features a rainbow going through a heart.Rate this question:
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What television series did Kool & The Gang's "Celebration" appear on in 1999?
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Felicity
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Buffy The Vampire Slayer
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Dawson's Creek
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Charmed
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A. Buffy The Vampire SlayerExplanation
In 1999, Kool & The Gang's "Celebration" appeared on the television series Buffy The Vampire Slayer.Rate this question:
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What name did Kool & The Gang originally go by?
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Kool Jazz
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Bell Brothers Gang
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Jazziacs
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Jazz Gang
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A. JazziacsExplanation
Kool & The Gang originally went by the name Jazziacs.Rate this question:
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What Kool & The Gang song was used in the 1977 movie "Saturday Night Fever"?
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Caribbean Festival
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Hangin' Out
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Too Hot
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Open Sesame
Correct Answer
A. Open SesameExplanation
"Open Sesame" by Kool & The Gang was used in the 1977 movie "Saturday Night Fever".Rate this question:
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"Someone's playing in the garden so enticing" is from what Kool & The Gang song?
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Fresh
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Tonight
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Misled
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Big Fun
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A. MisledExplanation
The correct answer is "Misled" because the lyrics "Someone's playing in the garden so enticing" are from the song "Misled" by Kool & The Gang.Rate this question:
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What Kool & The Gang song was in the 2004 movie "You Got Served"?
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Higher Plane
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Funky Stuff
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Funky Man
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Summer Madness
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A. Summer MadnessExplanation
"Summer Madness" is the correct answer because it was a song by Kool & The Gang that was featured in the 2004 movie "You Got Served".Rate this question:
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"If you want your body to move, tell me, baby" is from what Kool & The Gang song?
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Big Fun
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Take It To The Top
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Fresh
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Get Down On It
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A. Get Down On ItExplanation
The lyrics "If you want your body to move, tell me, baby" are from the song "Get Down On It" by Kool & The Gang. This song is known for its catchy rhythm and upbeat disco-funk sound. It encourages listeners to let loose and dance, emphasizing the importance of movement and enjoying oneself on the dance floor.Rate this question:
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What Kool & The Gang song was in the 1986 movie "Ruthless People"?
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Summer Madness
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Ladies' Night
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Dance Champion
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Get Down On It
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A. Dance ChampionExplanation
"Dance Champion" is the correct answer because it is the only Kool & The Gang song listed that was featured in the 1986 movie "Ruthless People". This song was included in the film's soundtrack and played during a scene in the movie. "Summer Madness", "Ladies' Night", and "Get Down On It" are all popular Kool & The Gang songs, but they were not specifically featured in the movie "Ruthless People".Rate this question:
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What Kool & The Gang song was sampled by DJ Kool?
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Rhyme Time People
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Jungle Boogie
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Hollywood Swinging
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Funky Stuff
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A. Hollywood SwingingExplanation
DJ Kool sampled the song "Hollywood Swinging" by Kool & The Gang.Rate this question:
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What Kool & The Gang song was used in the 1982 movie "The Pirate Movie"?
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Stand Up And Sing
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Pass It On
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No Show
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Be My Lady
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A. Stand Up And SingExplanation
The correct answer is "Stand Up And Sing." This song by Kool & The Gang was used in the 1982 movie "The Pirate Movie."Rate this question:
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Which Kool & The Gang member is known as "Kool"?
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Robert Mickens
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Robert Bell
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George Brown
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Leon Thomas
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A. Robert BellExplanation
Robert Bell is known as "Kool" in the group Kool & The Gang.Rate this question:
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Which Kool & The Gang member is known by the Muslim name Khalis Bayyan?
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Ronald Bell
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Claydes Charles Smith
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Clifford Adams
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James "J.T." Taylor
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A. Ronald BellExplanation
Ronald Bell is the correct answer because he is the Kool & The Gang member who is known by the Muslim name Khalis Bayyan. This suggests that Ronald Bell changed his name to Khalis Bayyan after converting to Islam.Rate this question:
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What Kool & The Gang member wrote the songs "Take My Heart" and "Joanna"?
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Claydes Charles Smith
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Ronald Bell
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George Brown
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Rick Westfield
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A. Claydes Charles SmithExplanation
Claydes Charles Smith is the correct answer because he was a member of Kool & The Gang and he wrote the songs "Take My Heart" and "Joanna".Rate this question:
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In their early years, what club did Kool & The Gang perform at for sandwiches?
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Irving Plaza
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The Gaslight Cafe
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Cafe Wha?
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Studio 54
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A. Cafe Wha?Explanation
In their early years, Kool & The Gang performed at Cafe Wha? for sandwiches.Rate this question:
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What was Kool & The Gang's second album called?
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Music Is The Message
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Live At The Sex Machine
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Wild And Peaceful
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Kool And The Gang
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A. Live At The Sex MachineExplanation
The correct answer is "Live At The Sex Machine." This album was the second release by Kool & The Gang. It was recorded live at a club called The Sex Machine in New York City. The album showcased the band's energetic and captivating live performances, and helped to solidify their reputation as a dynamic and talented group in the music industry.Rate this question:
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What band member left Kool & The Gang in 1976?
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Ricky Westfield
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George Brown
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Robert Bell
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Robert Mickens
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A. Ricky WestfieldExplanation
Ricky Westfield left Kool & The Gang in 1976.Rate this question:
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What Kool & The Gang album features the hits "Cherish" and "Misled"?
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Love & Understanding
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Forever
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Something Special
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Emergency
Correct Answer
A. EmergencyExplanation
The correct answer is "Emergency." The album "Emergency" by Kool & The Gang features the popular hits "Cherish" and "Misled."Rate this question:
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What Kool & The Gang album had the songs "Friends" and "Reunited" on it?
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Gangland
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Sweat
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State Of Affairs
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Unite
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A. State Of AffairsExplanation
The correct answer is "State Of Affairs." This album by Kool & The Gang features the songs "Friends" and "Reunited."Rate this question:
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What is the name of Kool & The Gang's own music label?
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KTFA Entertainment, Inc.
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Kool Recordings
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Jazziac Records
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Kool Jazz, Inc.
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A. KTFA Entertainment, Inc.Explanation
KTFA Entertainment, Inc. is the correct answer because it is stated as the name of Kool & The Gang's own music label. This indicates that the band has their own record label called KTFA Entertainment, Inc. The other options, Kool Recordings, Jazziac Records, and Kool Jazz, Inc., are not mentioned as the band's own music label.Rate this question:
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