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1. Ray and Dave Davies
Spandau Ballet
2. Gary and Martin Kemp
Sparks
3. Chad and Mike Kroeger
The Darkness
4. Ron and Russell Mael
The Kinks
5. Mark and David Knopfler
Credence Clearwater Revival
6. Liam and Noel Gallagher
AC/DC
7. Craig and Charlie Reid
Nickelback
8. John and Tom Fogerty
The Proclaimers
9. Malcolm and Angus Young
Oasis
10. Justin and Dan Hawkins
Dire Straits
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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts
1. Ray and Dave Davies
Answer: The Kinks
The Davies brothers formed The Kinks in 1964 and were still writing and recording music over thirty years later.
Ray Davies received a knighthood in the 2017 New Years Honours List for services to the arts.
2. Gary and Martin Kemp
Answer: Spandau Ballet
Spandau Ballet were active for just ten years from 1980. Hugely popular thanks to the voice of Tony Hadley and the songs written by Gary Kemp. They reformed briefly in 2009 for a greatest hits tour. In their heyday they achieved nine top ten hits in the U. K. charts.
3. Chad and Mike Kroeger
Answer: Nickelback
Much admired Canadian band Nickelback recorded the single 'How You Remind Me' in 2001. It reached number one in the U.S.A. and Canada. Originally formed in the early 1990s, they were named Village Idiot before becoming Nickelback.
4. Ron and Russell Mael
Answer: Sparks
Known for the hit record 'This Town Ain't Big Enough For The Both Of Us' in 1974, the brothers are still performing forty eight years on. Although American born they had their biggest success in the U. K.
5. Mark and David Knopfler
Answer: Dire Straits
Dire Straits formed in 1977 and were the inspiration for the title of this quiz. Their album 'Brothers in Arms', released in 1985, is one of the world's best selling albums. They were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2018.
6. Liam and Noel Gallagher
Answer: Oasis
Liam and Noel have a well publicised tumultuous relationship. Since Oasis has been disbanded both have gone on to form other bands, Liam with Beady Eye and Noel with High Flying Birds. As Oasis, however, they achieved eight number one records and won six BRIT Awards.
7. Craig and Charlie Reid
Answer: The Proclaimers
Scottish twins Craig and Charlie are probably best known for the single 'I'm Gonna Be (500 Miles)' which was a hit on both sides of the Atlantic and in Australia too.
8. John and Tom Fogerty
Answer: Credence Clearwater Revival
John and Tom had played together in various bands since the late fifties before forming CCR in 1967. CCR disbanded five years later due to artistic differences and John went on to have a successful solo career. Tom sadly died in 1990.
9. Malcolm and Angus Young
Answer: AC/DC
Guitarists and songwriters, both brothers were the driving force behind the international success of AC/DC. Angus was well known for his schoolboy persona on stage and is a much respected lead guitarist.
10. Justin and Dan Hawkins
Answer: The Darkness
The Darkness were formed in Lowestoft England, a somewhat unlikely background for a hard rock band. A highly successful first album followed. They won a BRIT Award for Best British Group, Best Rock Act and Best Album in 2004. The band so far haven't recaptured their earlier success.
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