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  The Legendary DOWN    
Multiple Choice
 15 Qns
This extraordinary band hails from New Orleans. They are considered a "supergroup" and each member brings a unique talent to their music.
Average, 15 Qns, jennyjenjen31, Feb 25 16
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  Down- The Lighter Side of Phil Anselmo    
Multiple Choice
 15 Qns
A fact quiz on the Phil Anselmo's first side project, with other Louisiana natives.
Average, 15 Qns, metaldeth, Feb 25 16
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What studio was "Down II" recorded in?

From Quiz "Down- The Lighter Side of Phil Anselmo"




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Down Trivia Questions
1. DOWN formed in which year?

From Quiz The Legendary DOWN

Answer: 1991

DOWN was created in 1991. The members were reluctant to advertise who was in the band. They started trading their demo tape underground. Eventually, the demo was being traded back to them while gaining popularity. The rest, as they say, "is history."

2. Who plays the "water pipe" solo on "Hail the Leaf"?

From Quiz Down- The Lighter Side of Phil Anselmo

Answer: Lil Daddy

Yeah, he plays the "water pipe" then he coughs.

3. Philip H. Anselmo, lead singer of DOWN, was the frontman of which well known heavy metal band?

From Quiz The Legendary DOWN

Answer: Pantera

Phil Anselmo is a highly regarded vocalist. He rose to fame in Pantera, but has always maintained side projects which include DOWN, Necrophagia, SJR, Arson Anthem and many others. DOWN was a side project for many years. In 2006 Anselmo announced that DOWN was now his main focus and fans began to hope to see many releases in the future.

4. Who plays bass for "NOLA"?

From Quiz Down- The Lighter Side of Phil Anselmo

Answer: Todd Strange

Rex only plays on "Down II: A Bustle in Your Hedgerow".

5. Who was the original bassist from 1991 to 1999?

From Quiz The Legendary DOWN

Answer: Todd Strange & Strange

Todd Strange was replaced by Rex Brown of Pantera.

6. What is the name for Down's official fan club?

From Quiz Down- The Lighter Side of Phil Anselmo

Answer: The Brotherhood of Eternal Sleep

Down fans the time is now to ride "Temptation's Wings" and become a "Lifer" join the "Brotherhood of Eternal Sleep".

7. DOWN guitarist Pepper Keenan has also been the vocalist and rhythm guitarist for which band other than DOWN?

From Quiz The Legendary DOWN

Answer: Corrosion of Conformity

In his younger years, Pepper Keenan was a member of New Orleans group, Graveyard Rodeo. His first appearance with Corrosion of Conformity was on their 1991 album, "Blind." Originally recruited as a second guitarist, he eventually took over lead vocals on C.O.C.'s next album, titled "Deliverance."

8. Which band isn't connected to Down?

From Quiz Down- The Lighter Side of Phil Anselmo

Answer: Strapping Young Lad

Some members are in three bands together!

9. What is the name of the first DOWN album to be released?

From Quiz The Legendary DOWN

Answer: NOLA

"NOLA" stands for New Orleans, Louisiana.

10. What studio was "Down II" recorded in?

From Quiz Down- The Lighter Side of Phil Anselmo

Answer: Nodferatu's Lair

The famous barn/recording studio is 45 miles outside of New Orleans.

11. Bassist Rex Brown is the only member of DOWN who is not a Louisiana native. What state is Rex Brown from?

From Quiz The Legendary DOWN

Answer: Texas

Rex Brown, formerly of Pantera, is a Texas native. He moved to California for a brief period of time, but disliked the atmosphere. He moved back to Texas in 2006.

12. What is the only song written by the whole band?

From Quiz Down- The Lighter Side of Phil Anselmo

Answer: Ghosts Along the Mississippi

If you want to see the video then go to www.Down-Nola.com.

13. DOWN drummer, Jimmy Bower, has played guitar for which other revolutionary New Orleans band?

From Quiz The Legendary DOWN

Answer: Eyehategod

Jimmy Bower is a jack of all trades. He plays guitar and drums. In some circles he is known as the "Godfather of Southern Metal."

14. What or who did Kirk dedicate his performance to on "Down II"?

From Quiz Down- The Lighter Side of Phil Anselmo

Answer: Moon

Don't have a clue if it is the moon or a person.

15. DOWN guitarist Kirk Windstein founded which other sludge metal band?

From Quiz The Legendary DOWN

Answer: Crowbar

Kirk served as the vocalist and guitarist for Crowbar. In 2008 he released an album with Jamey Jasta from Hatebreed under the name "Kingdom of Sorrow." He is well respected as a musician.

16. Which member of Down painted the cover for "Down II"?

From Quiz Down- The Lighter Side of Phil Anselmo

Answer: Pepper Keenan

He drew the scarecrow with a crow on its shoulder.

17. In which year did DOWN release their second album, titled "DOWN II: A Bustle in Your Hedgerow?"

From Quiz The Legendary DOWN

Answer: 2002

As the members of DOWN were busy touring and recording with their other bands, it took seven long years for the anticipated release of "DOWN II."

18. How many live shows did Down perform for "NOLA"?

From Quiz Down- The Lighter Side of Phil Anselmo

Answer: 13

Yet, it still sold close to half a million copies.

19. "DOWN II: A Bustle in Your Hedgerow" was recorded in how many days?

From Quiz The Legendary DOWN

Answer: 28

"DOWN II" was recorded in an astonishing twenty-eight days. It was recorded at Phil Anselmo's studio located in his barn, called Nodferatu's lair. The members never left the location and by all accounts had quite a time in the process.

20. Who is the only member not native to Louisiana?

From Quiz Down- The Lighter Side of Phil Anselmo

Answer: Rex Brown

"If you had some of his hell-rasing BBQ then you would let him in your band." -P. Kennan

21. Who plays keyboard on several DOWN songs?

From Quiz The Legendary DOWN

Answer: Ross Karpelman

Ross Karpelman is a long time friend of the band members. He has contributed his talent on keyboards on two DOWN releases. Songs such as "Stained Glass Cross" and "Nothing In Return" are remarkable examples of Ross Karpelman's work with DOWN. Devoted fans hope to see him tour with DOWN.

22. What is the name of the third DOWN album, released in 2007?

From Quiz The Legendary DOWN

Answer: Over The Under

"Over The Under" was highly anticipated by DOWN fans. The lyrics deal with the many issues faced by band members in the preceding years. It reached #26 on the U.S. Billboard 200 chart.

23. What song is not an instrumental?

From Quiz Down- The Lighter Side of Phil Anselmo

Answer: Beautifully Depressed

All of the instrumentals are under 2 minutes.

24. What DOWN song do the following lyrics belong to? "Under the world I wait for my fate. My soul is wasting beneath my blissful haze."

From Quiz The Legendary DOWN

Answer: Bury Me In Smoke

As Phil Anselmo states during DOWN shows, "if you don't know this song, you shouldn't be here." "Bury Me In Smoke" is a classic and the fans expect it. They end their set every night with this great song.

25. Which song has a live video?

From Quiz Down- The Lighter Side of Phil Anselmo

Answer: The Ghosts Along the Mississippi

"Stone the Crow" had a video, just not live.

26. What former musician began managing DOWN in 2006?

From Quiz The Legendary DOWN

Answer: Dave Sabo

Skid row guitarist Dave "The Snake" Sabo began managing DOWN via McGhee Entertainment in 2006.

27. Which band was the most influential for Down?

From Quiz Down- The Lighter Side of Phil Anselmo

Answer: Black Sabbath

They started to "Sabb-out" while listening to Black Sabbath and then just started the band.

28. After which Pantera album did Phil put out "NOLA"?

From Quiz Down- The Lighter Side of Phil Anselmo

Answer: Far Beyond Driven

"Far Beyond Driven" reached No. 1 on the charts. R.I.P. Dimebag 1966-2004

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