Music from the Golden Age of the 1960s and 1970s Quiz

Answer: Rolling Stones

"Gimme Shelter" was the lead single from the album "Let It Bleed," which was released to the public on 5 December 1969 in the UK. The album was recorded on the Decca-ABKCO label. The song was written by Jagger/Richards. Lead singer Mick Jagger was accompanied by the American singer Merry Clayton. The single never charted, but the album was a number one on the UK Albums Chart and peaked at number three on the US Billboard 200.

The song tells the story of war, which covers topics of murder, rape, and fear.

Answer: Bob Dylan

"Blowin' in the Wind" is a song written by Bob Dylan in 1962. It was first released in the US on August 13, 1963. On his 1963 album "Freewheelin' Bob Dylan," the song was also included. Both the single and the album were recorded in New York City's Columbia Recording facility. According to Bob Dylan, he wrote the song in under ten minutes. Dylan rose to prominence as one of the finest songwriters in music history, famed for his folk and protest songs.

According to The Official Charts Company, the single stagnated at number 13 on the UK Singles chart after peaking at number two on the US Billboard Hot 100.

Answer: The Bellamy Brothers

The Bellamy Brothers are an American duo consisting of David and Howard Bellamy from Pasco County. "Let Your Love Flow" was the brothers' debut single and was an international hit. The song was written by Larry E. Williams and was released on the Warner Bros./Curb label.

The track charted at number one on the US Billboard Hot 100 and also climbed into the top ten in several other countries.

The brothers' style is a mixture of country, country pop, soft rock and country rock.

Answer: Chic

The disco soul song "Good Times" was first released in the US on June 4, 1979. The Atlantic Label produced the recording. The song peaked at number five on the UK Singles Chart and number three on the US Dance Club Songs (Billboard). Chic were formed in New York in 1977.

The walking bassline is an interesting fact; if you listen closely, you can hear the opening of Queen's song, "Another One Bites the Dust." The song's co-writer, Bernard Edwards, told New Musical Express that the Queen bassist visited their studio from time to time when "Good Times" was being recorded.

Answer: P.P. Arnold

The Immediate label first issued "The First Cut Is the Deepest" on April 21, 1967. The UK Singles Chart placed the song at number ten. American soul singer P. P. Arnold got her start in the music business in 1965 as a backup vocalist for the girl trio Ikette with the Ike & Tina Turner Revue. In 1966, Arnold went solo. "The First Cut Is the Deepest" was her debut.

British singer-songwriter Cat Stevens wrote the song and featured it on his album "New Masters," which was published in the UK in December 1967. The song was recorded by Rod Stewart as well in 1977, and in May of that year, it topped the UK Singles Chart for four weeks.

Answer: Talking Heads

The song "Psycho Killer" was recorded by the American band Talking Heads. The track also featured on the band's debut album, "Talking Heads: 77," released in 1977 in the US. Songwriters were David Byrne, Chris Frantz, and Tina Weymouth, on the Sire label.

The character Norman Bates from the film "Psycho" served as inspiration for the song, which is about the thoughts of a serial killer. Bassist Tina Weymouth provided the French lyrics, while David Byrne came up with the concept of using a different language to symbolise the "psycho killer" evolving into other personas.

Answer: Roy Orbison

After being released in the US in July 1961, "Crying" peaked at number two on the US Billboard Hot 100. The single only reached number 25 on the UK Singles Chart. The song was written in a joint effort between Roy Orbison and Joe Melson. The single was also featured on Roy's third album, "Crying," which was made available in 1962.

Roy Orbison was an American singer and songwriter. Roy was known for his dark clothes and dark sunglasses and black hair. Nicknamed the "Big O" and "The Caruso of Rock," Roy had a very strong, powerful voice; it has been said he had a range of three-or four-octaves.

Roy was one of the co-founders of the Travelling Wilburys. The band was active between 1988 and 1991. Members of the band were Bob Dylan, George Harrison, Jeff Lynne, Roy Orbison, and Tom Petty.

Answer: 10cc

"I'm Not in Love" was released in the UK in May 1975. The track hit the top spot on the UK Singles Chart and stalled at number two on the US Billboard Hot 100. The song was written by Eric Stewart and Graham Gouldman. Personnel on the track were Eric Stewart (lead vocal, electric piano), Graham Gouldman (guitar, bass guitar, backing vocals), Kevin Godley (Moog, backing vocals), and Lol Creme (piano, backing vocals). Kathy Redfern was an uncredited whisper on the track.

10cc were formed in Stockport, England, in 1972. All four members of the band were known as multi-instrumentalists and contributed to writing song lyrics. Kevin Godley and Lol Creme had worked together before 10CC were formed. In the 1970s, 10cc had hits with songs like "Rubber Bullets" (1973), "I'm Not in Love" (1975), and "Dreadlock Holiday".

Answer: The Temptations

I had to include this track from 1972 by The Temptations, and what a fantastic track it is, too! From the beginning, you can hear the thump of the bass and the distinctive sound of the wah-wah guitar and violin. It truly is a typical sound of the early 1970s.

The song was written by Norman Whitfield and Barrett Strong in 1971, released in May 1972, and performed originally by The Undisputed Truth. The song was originally written and performed for three minutes and twenty-five seconds, but Norman Whitfield extended it to eleven minutes and forty-five seconds later in 1972 for The Temptations. The track that is included on the album "All Directions" by The Temptations is marginally longer by a few seconds.

The Temptations' rendition went on to number one on the US Billboard Hot 100 and peaked at number 14 in the UK Singles Chart.

Answer: Waterloo

"Waterloo Sunset" is a song by English rock band The Kinks. It was released on 5 May 1967 on the Pye label and Reprise Records in the US. The song reached number two on the UK Singles Chart but failed to chart in the US.

Members of the band in 1967 were brothers Ray Davies and Dave Davies, with Pete Quaife and Mick Avory. The song was written by Ray Davies and also produced by him. The track was featured on the band's fifth studio album, "Something Else by the Kinks".

Ray and Dave Davies formed the London-based band The Kinks in 1963. The band was part of the British invasion until 1965. Nevertheless, the band's US work permits were revoked. Although the real cause is unknown, it has been suggested that it had to do with Dave Davies and drummer Mick Avory's fight that broke out on stage and their legendary antics backstage. After the altercation, Avory was arrested, and Davies was taken to the hospital. The group was also well-known for their raucous gatherings and heavy drinking.

The band was able to obtain new permits in the late 1960s. In 1970, the band's single "Lola" peaked at number ten on the US Billboard Hot 100.