Brothers in Arms Trivia Quiz

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.