Test Your Knowledge On Popular Indie Rock Bands!

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Test Your Knowledge On Popular Indie Rock Bands! - Quiz

Are you a fan of indie rock? Well-known indie rock bands include Vampire Weekend, Arctic Monkeys, The Strokes, and Modest Mouse! Are you familiar with the songs, albums, and other fun facts about different indie rock bands? Take this quiz to find out!


Questions and Answers
  • 1. 

    As of 2015, how many studio albums have the Arctic Monkeys released?

    • A.

      4

    • B.

      5

    • C.

      6

    • D.

      7

    Correct Answer
    B. 5
    Explanation
    The correct answer is 5. This means that as of 2015, the Arctic Monkeys had released a total of 5 studio albums.

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  • 2. 

    Which indie rock band released the singles, "A-Punk," "Oxford Comma," and "The Kids Don't Stand A Chance"?

    • A.

      Pixies

    • B.

      The Killers

    • C.

      Vampire Weekend

    • D.

      The Strokes

    Correct Answer
    C. Vampire Weekend
    Explanation
    Vampire Weekend released the singles "A-Punk," "Oxford Comma," and "The Kids Don't Stand A Chance."

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  • 3. 

    In which U.S. state was Modest Mouse formed?

    • A.

      Nebraska

    • B.

      California

    • C.

      Washington

    • D.

      Virginia

    Correct Answer
    C. Washington
    Explanation
    Modest Mouse was formed in the state of Washington.

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  • 4. 

    Who is NOT a member of Arcade Fire?

    • A.

      Nick Harmer

    • B.

      Win Butler

    • C.

      William Butler

    • D.

      Jeremy Gara

    Correct Answer
    A. Nick Harmer
    Explanation
    Nick Harmer is not a member of Arcade Fire. The other three options, Win Butler, William Butler, and Jeremy Gara, are all members of the band.

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  • 5. 

    What is the name of the studio album that Death Cab for Cutie released in 2011?

    • A.

      Narrow Stairs

    • B.

      Plans

    • C.

      Codes and Keys

    • D.

      Transatlanticism

    Correct Answer
    C. Codes and Keys
    Explanation
    "Codes and Keys" is the correct answer because it is the name of the studio album that Death Cab for Cutie released in 2011. This album features songs like "You Are a Tourist" and "Home is a Fire" and received positive reviews from critics.

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  • 6. 

    As of 2015, how many Brit Awards have the Arctic Monkeys won?

    • A.

      5

    • B.

      6

    • C.

      7

    • D.

      8

    Correct Answer
    C. 7
    Explanation
    The Arctic Monkeys have won a total of 7 Brit Awards as of 2015.

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  • 7. 

    In what year were The Strokes formed?

    • A.

      1998

    • B.

      2001

    • C.

      2003

    • D.

      2004

    Correct Answer
    A. 1998
    Explanation
    The correct answer is 1998. This is the year in which The Strokes were formed.

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  • 8. 

    How many band members are in The Black Keys?

    • A.

      2

    • B.

      3

    • C.

      4

    • D.

      5

    Correct Answer
    A. 2
    Explanation
    The Black Keys is a rock band consisting of two members, Dan Auerbach and Patrick Carney. They have been active since 2001 and have gained significant success and recognition for their blues-rock sound. With only two members, they are known for their raw and stripped-down approach to music, often achieving a full and powerful sound with just guitar and drums.

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  • 9. 

    What is NOT one of the albums released by The Killers?

    • A.

      Hot Fuss

    • B.

      Day & Age

    • C.

      Battle Born

    • D.

      Washing Machine

    Correct Answer
    D. Washing Machine
    Explanation
    The albums Hot Fuss, Day & Age, and Battle Born are all albums that were released by The Killers. However, Washing Machine is not one of the albums released by The Killers.

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  • 10. 

    Who provides the lead vocals for The Kooks?

    • A.

      Hugh Harris

    • B.

      Peter Denton

    • C.

      Alexis Nunez

    • D.

      Luke Pritchard

    Correct Answer
    D. Luke Pritchard
    Explanation
    Luke Pritchard is the lead vocalist for The Kooks. He is known for his distinctive voice and has been the frontman of the band since its formation in 2004. Pritchard's vocals are a key element of The Kooks' sound and have contributed to their success in the indie rock genre.

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