The Beat Band Quiz

Dave Wakeling and Ranking Roger, former members of the English Beat, formed the short-lived group General Public.

In England, the band known as The English Beat goes by the name "The Beat".

Ranking Roger and Saxa infused The English Beat's sound with Jamaican ethnic influence. This is evident in their music, which incorporates elements of reggae, ska, and other genres rooted in Jamaican culture. The band's use of Jamaican rhythms, instrumentation, and vocal styles helped to define their unique sound and set them apart from other bands of the time.

The correct answer, "This Is Beat!", is likely on the back cover of the album because it directly answers the question posed by The English Beat in the album title. The phrase suggests that the album itself is a representation or embodiment of what "Beat" is, providing an explanation or definition through the music and content contained within.

Ranking Roger is the correct answer because he was the son of a member of The English Beat and later became a member of The Beat in the U.K. He was a vocalist and toaster for the band, contributing to their unique sound and success. His involvement with both bands showcases his talent and dedication to the ska and new wave music scene.

The predominant color used on the cover of The English Beat's "I Just Can't Stop It" is pink.

The second half of The English Beat's song title that begins with "Whine & Grine" is "Stand Down Margaret."

The correct answer is "Monkey." In the song title by The English Beat on "Wha'ppen?", the murders mentioned are related to monkeys.

The correct answer is "What Is Beat?". The question asks for the greatest hits album released by The English Beat in 1983. "What Is Beat?" is the correct answer as it is the title of the greatest hits album released by the band in that year.

The correct answer is Nazis because "the kid" in The English Beat's "Two Swords" belongs to the group referred to as Nazis in the song.

The English Beat pair sugar with stress in a song title from the album "Special Beat Service". This suggests that the song may be exploring the idea of finding relief or escape from stress through indulgence in sugary treats. It could also imply that stress is a common experience that people often try to cope with by seeking comfort in things like sugar.

The correct answer is "Special Beat Service". The English Beat, formerly known as The Beat, disbanded after releasing this LP in 1982.

The correct answer is Three. In the song "I Confess" by The English Beat, they claim that three lives were ruined. The lyrics suggest that the narrator is confessing to a wrongdoing that has had a significant negative impact on three individuals.

The correct answer is "Wha'ppen?" The English Beat promoted this album by touring with The Pretenders and Talking Heads.

Exposure on Triple J and the TV show "Countdown" helped The English Beat gain popularity in Australia. These platforms provided the band with significant visibility and reach among the Australian audience, contributing to their success in the country.

The English Beat rhymes "kitchenette" and "luncheonette" with "Jeanette." The word that rhymes with these is "Hamburgerette."

The English Beat's "March of the Swivelheads" was used in the chase scene of the film Ferris Bueller's Day Off.

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After Dave Blockhead left The English Beat, Mickey Billingham was chosen as his replacement on keyboards.

In "I Am Your Flag" by The English Beat, someone's head will come off in Vietnam. This suggests that the song might be referencing the violent and chaotic nature of the Vietnam War, where many lives were lost.

The English Beat suggests that monkey murders come with passion. This implies that there is a strong emotional intensity or enthusiasm involved in these murders. The use of the word "passion" suggests that there is a deep and intense connection or motivation behind the act of monkey murders, possibly indicating a strong desire or drive.