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Eric Johnson Trivia Quiz

Five time winner of "Guitar Player" magazine overall best guitarist.

A multiple-choice quiz by bramage. Estimated time: 3 mins.

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bramage

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3 mins

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Multiple Choice

Quiz #
285,660

Updated
May 13 22

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Question 1 of 10

1. Where is Eric from? Hint

Houston TX.

Hollywood CA.

Austin TX.

Atlanta GA.

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Question 2 of 10

2. What is Eric's main guitar? Hint

Ibanez Roadstar

Gibson Les Paul

Fender Stratocaster

Fender Mustang

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Question 3 of 10

3. What song was nominated for a Grammy in 1987? Hint

Trail Of Tears

Zap

Soulfull Terrain

Happy Birthday

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Question 4 of 10

4. What was the name of the fusion group he was in? Hint

Beerfest

Fissionreactor

Lightshow

Electromagnets

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Question 5 of 10

5. Which song won the Best Rock Instrumental Grammy in 1991? Hint

Trademark

Cliffs of Dover

High Landrons

Righteous

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Question 6 of 10

6. What song did Eric contribute to the Steve Morse album "Stand Up"? Hint

Cliffs Of Dover

Desert Rose

If You're Happy And You Know It

Distant Star

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Question 7 of 10

7. Who did he tour with in 1996? Hint

50 cent

Christopher Cross

Steve Vai-Joe Satriani

Ozzy

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Question 8 of 10

8. What is his side project band name? Hint

Tennesee Jed

Alien Love Child

Josie and the Pussycats

Ratdog

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Question 9 of 10

9. What festival was he part of in 1994? Hint

Woodstock

Crossroads

Oz Fest

Pee wee Hermanfest

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Question 10 of 10

10. Which of his songs is featured on "Guitar Hero 3"? Hint

Cliffs Of Dover

Trail of Tears

Zap

S.R.V.

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. Where is Eric from?

Answer: Austin TX.

Austin, Texas is a mecca for live music.

2. What is Eric's main guitar?

Answer: Fender Stratocaster

Eric gets his violin tone from his vintage Strat.

3. What song was nominated for a Grammy in 1987?

Answer: Zap

The "Tones" album didn't sell well and he changed labels.

4. What was the name of the fusion group he was in?

Answer: Electromagnets

He joined the Electromagnets in 74, they disbanded in 77.

5. Which song won the Best Rock Instrumental Grammy in 1991?

Answer: Cliffs of Dover

He still plays "Cliffs Of Dover" in concerts today.

6. What song did Eric contribute to the Steve Morse album "Stand Up"?

Answer: Distant Star

It took three years to complete the "Venus Isle" CD.

7. Who did he tour with in 1996?

Answer: Steve Vai-Joe Satriani

The G3 live album went platinum.

8. What is his side project band name?

Answer: Alien Love Child

The albums are found on Steve Vai's Favored Nations label.

9. What festival was he part of in 1994?

Answer: Crossroads

Eric was supposed to play with Clapton but the event fell through.

10. Which of his songs is featured on "Guitar Hero 3"?

Answer: Cliffs Of Dover

In 2006, some guitars stolen 24 years ago were returned.

Source: Author bramage

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