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Quiz about Pop That Matters
Quiz about Pop That Matters

Pop That Matters Trivia Quiz


Power Pop so sweet that it'll give you a cavity. If you crave a good melody and go weak in the knees for a crafty hook, then this quiz is for you.

A multiple-choice quiz by themats. Estimated time: 7 mins.
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Author
themats
Time
7 mins
Type
Multiple Choice
Quiz #
210,087
Updated
Dec 03 21
# Qns
10
Difficulty
Very Difficult
Avg Score
3 / 10
Plays
511
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Question 1 of 10
1. "Have you seen her face? She's got a face that could stop a clock" is the classic opening lyric to what Cheap Trick song? Hint


Question 2 of 10
2. If on a bright, sunny afternoon you find yourself humming along to "September Gurls" and "Thirteen," you'd be humming two classics from this '70s Power Pop band. Hint


Question 3 of 10
3. With all these great melodies in my head I sometimes forget who I am. I recall I was a member of The Nerves and went on to write "Rock N Roll Girl" and "I Don't Fit In." I also remember some legal problems with an English band with the same band name as mine. Can you remember my name? Hint


Question 4 of 10
4. The OC has done well to showcase many bands. Episode 15, "The Third Wheel", featured four songs by this band. "I'm Shakin'" and "Popstars" were performed during the episode. Can you name the Los Angeles Power Pop band? Hint


Question 5 of 10
5. It's the early '80s and you find yourself in the southern U.S. You turn the car's radio tuner and find some sweet southern jangle. You hear "Amplifier," "I'm In Love" and "Big Brown Eyes" playing loud on the local station. What band are you listenting to? Hint


Question 6 of 10
6. With roots in Michigan, this young singer/songwriter has some of the catchiest tunes you'll ever hear. An occasional member of Mood Elevator who is known to often collaborate with Jason Falkner, he received critical acclaim for his 1996 debut album. "Metarie," from his second album, is an indie standard and an unforgettable pop song. Name the performer. Hint


Question 7 of 10
7. If you were in San Francisco in the late 80s you may remember a band called Beatnik Beatch. Thankfully, they disbanded. However, Roger and Andy went on to form the ultimate Power Pop band. They were joined by a former member of The Three O'Clock and their two studio albums are now Power Pop history. The name of the band is? Hint


Question 8 of 10
8. Another of the many great Los Angeles Power Pop bands. In the late 90s they released three ear-candy albums only to attract the attention of former Beach Boy, Brian Wilson. They soon became part of the Brian Wilson Band and were instrumental in the release of the legendary "Smile." What say thee? What's the name of the band? Hint


Question 9 of 10
9. The late 80s were good for this band from Washington. Starting in 1998, within a five year span they released "Failure," "Dear 23" and "Frosting On The Beater." Can you name the band? Hint


Question 10 of 10
10. In the late 70s Doug Fieger, Bruce Gary, Berton Averre and Prescott Niles made up one of the most playful Power Pop bands of all time. Can you name a song they did not record? Hint



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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts
1. "Have you seen her face? She's got a face that could stop a clock" is the classic opening lyric to what Cheap Trick song?

Answer: He's A Whore

Found on Cheap Trick's 1977 self-titled release, "He's A Whore" epitomizes Power Pop with its heavy guitar, tongue-in-cheek lyrics and memorable melody.
2. If on a bright, sunny afternoon you find yourself humming along to "September Gurls" and "Thirteen," you'd be humming two classics from this '70s Power Pop band.

Answer: Big Star

Penned by Alex Chilton and Chris Bell. Chilton was immortalized in The Replacements' standard "Alex Chilton" and was a member of the '60s band, The Box Tops.
3. With all these great melodies in my head I sometimes forget who I am. I recall I was a member of The Nerves and went on to write "Rock N Roll Girl" and "I Don't Fit In." I also remember some legal problems with an English band with the same band name as mine. Can you remember my name?

Answer: Paul Collins

The Beat's self-titled album came out in 1979 and is a Power Pop masterpiece. As one reviewer put it: "The Beat won't change your life, but it will make 35 minutes of it a lot more fun." Their claim to fame might be that they forced The English Beat to change their name from The Beat.
4. The OC has done well to showcase many bands. Episode 15, "The Third Wheel", featured four songs by this band. "I'm Shakin'" and "Popstars" were performed during the episode. Can you name the Los Angeles Power Pop band?

Answer: Rooney

2003 saw the debut of their self-titled album to much critical acclaim. Sorta like Weezer without as much nerdiness.
5. It's the early '80s and you find yourself in the southern U.S. You turn the car's radio tuner and find some sweet southern jangle. You hear "Amplifier," "I'm In Love" and "Big Brown Eyes" playing loud on the local station. What band are you listenting to?

Answer: The dB's

The dB's first three albums are a must-have! Peter Holsapple went on to play in the Continental Drifters and is an on-again, off-again touring member of R.E.M.
6. With roots in Michigan, this young singer/songwriter has some of the catchiest tunes you'll ever hear. An occasional member of Mood Elevator who is known to often collaborate with Jason Falkner, he received critical acclaim for his 1996 debut album. "Metarie," from his second album, is an indie standard and an unforgettable pop song. Name the performer.

Answer: Brendan Benson

Catchy tunes with an edge. Brendan's 2005 release "Alternative To Love" is a fine example of his gift. Check out "What I'm Looking For."
7. If you were in San Francisco in the late 80s you may remember a band called Beatnik Beatch. Thankfully, they disbanded. However, Roger and Andy went on to form the ultimate Power Pop band. They were joined by a former member of The Three O'Clock and their two studio albums are now Power Pop history. The name of the band is?

Answer: Jellyfish

"Bellybutton" was issued in 1990 and "Spilt Milk" found it's way to the masses in 1993. Roger Manning has played keyboard for Beck.
8. Another of the many great Los Angeles Power Pop bands. In the late 90s they released three ear-candy albums only to attract the attention of former Beach Boy, Brian Wilson. They soon became part of the Brian Wilson Band and were instrumental in the release of the legendary "Smile." What say thee? What's the name of the band?

Answer: Wondermints

With influences from The Beatles to Pink Floyd and Elvis Costello to the Bee Gees, they were able to capture it all in their sound. You may remember them from the Austin Powers theme song.
9. The late 80s were good for this band from Washington. Starting in 1998, within a five year span they released "Failure," "Dear 23" and "Frosting On The Beater." Can you name the band?

Answer: The Posies

Ken Stringfellow is a touring member of both Big Star and R.E.M. Wow!
10. In the late 70s Doug Fieger, Bruce Gary, Berton Averre and Prescott Niles made up one of the most playful Power Pop bands of all time. Can you name a song they did not record?

Answer: Anticipation

Quite simply, The Knack rules. Do you recall the anti-Knack movement: Knuke The Knack?
Source: Author themats

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