Singing Siblings Trivia Quiz

Answer: The Kinks

In 1963, the brothers Ray and Dave Davies formed the band called The Kinks, which also included bassist Pete Quaife and drummer Mick Avory (who had been with the Rolling Stones in 1962). The Kinks were part of the British Invasion, and were considered one of the most influential bands of the era. Among their hits were "You Really Got Me" (1964), "All Day and All Through the Night" (1965) and the gender-bending song "Lola" in 1970.

In 1996 the group broke up due to 'creative differences'. The original members were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2005.

Answer: AC/DC

Australian brothers Malcolm and Angus Young formed the hard rock/blues rock band AC/DC in 1973. Besides the Brothers Young, originally there was vocalist Dave Evans, Larry Van Kreidt (bassist), and drummer Colin Burgess. After some changes were made, vocalist Bon Scott, bass guitarist Mark Evans and drummer Phil Rudd released five albums between 1975 and 1977.

In 1980 Bon Scott died of alcohol poisoning; Brian Johnson took his place. At that time, AC/DC released "Back in Black" which was to become the second best-selling album after Michael Jackson's "Thriller".

Answer: Black Crowes

The Black Crowes were founded in 1989 in Marietta, Georgia. The group debuted in 1990 with "Shake Your Money Maker", with hit singles like "Hard to Handle" and "She Talks to Angels". The members of the blues/hard rock band included Chris Robinson on vocals, brother Rich Robinson on guitar, along with Marc Ford and Jackie Greene, with Steve Gorman on drums. In total, the band released nine studio albums. Unfortunately, the band had been publicly feuding since its earliest days; in 2013 they reunited for a tour which ended in San Francisco that December.

Answer: Dixie Chicks

Sisters Martie Erwin Maguire and Emily Erwin Robison founded the Country Pop band Dixie Chicks in Dallas, Texas in 1989, along with lead singer Natalie Maines. After some changes, the group first achieved commercial success in 1998 with the hits "There's Your Trouble" and "Wide Open Spaces".

In 2003, in a London concert, the Dixie Chicks (who opposed the Iraqi War) made a comment that they were ashamed that the President of the US ("W") was from Dallas. This led to protests and CD burnings. Despite this, by 2015 the band had garnered 13 Grammy Awards, several for "Taking the Long Way" and "Not Ready to Make Nice", making them the biggest selling country group in the U.S.

Answer: Devo

Anyone got an extra flowerpot handy? Devo, an Ohio rock band formed in 1973, certainly had its own unique look. The group was comprised of two sets of brothers, i.e., Bob and Mark Mothersbaugh, and Gerald and Bob Casale, along with Alan Myers on drums.

The original members were inspired to create a band after personally witnessing the Kent State Massacre in 1970. Their music consisted of genres which included New Wave, Synthpop, Post-punk and electronic music. One of their best known songs was "Whip It" from the 1980 album "Freedom of Choice".

Answer: Dire Straits

British rock band Dire Straits was formed in 1977, and consisted of lead singer Mark Knopfler, his younger brother David, John Illsley and Pick Withers (on drums). They incorporated the blues-rock sound with jazz and country rhythms. With the help of the advent of MTV and compact discs, Dire Straits' sixth album "Brothers in Arms" became an 'international blockbuster' in 1985.

The album produced the hits "Money for Nothing", "Brothers in Arms" and "The Walk of Life".

Answer: Radiohead

British rock band Radiohead formed in 1985. Radiohead included brothers Jonny and Colin Greenwood, Ed O'Brien, Phil Selway and lead singer Thom Yorke. Their debut single "Creep" was released in 1992, and became a hit after the 1993 release of their album "Pablo Honey". Radiohead's popularity continued to rise with "The Bends" in 1995 and "OK Computer" in 1997. By 2000, their style had evolved with the album "Kid A" by incorporating classical, electronic and jazz elements. "Kid A" was later named Best Album of the Decade by Rolling Stone magazine and, in 2005, the magazine ranked them 73rd on their list of the '100 Greatest Artists of All Time'.

Answer: Bangles

Can you "Walk Like an Egyptian" on a "Manic Monday"? The Bangles can; they emerged in Los Angeles in 1981, with lead singer Susanna Hoffs and sisters Vicki and Debbi Peterson. "Walk Like an Egyptian" was Billboard magazine's number one single of 1987. My personal favorite, "Hazy Shade of Winter", was released in 1985 and, in 1989, their single "Eternal Flame" rose to number one.

In February 2001, the plot of the popular TV show "The Gilmore Girls" involved a trip to see a Bangles concert, and featured cameos and music by the band.

Answer: New Kids on the Block

New Kids on the Block, also known as NKOTB, was a boy band from Boston, Massachusetts, started in 1984. The members included brothers Jordan and Jonathan Knight, Joey McIntyre, Danny Wood and Donnie Wahlberg (yes, Markie Mark's older brother). The group enjoyed success in the late 1980s and early 1990s. Among their albums were "Hangin' Tough" in 1988 and "Step By Step" in 1990.

In 1990 the New Kids... won two American Music Awards for Favorite Pop/Rock Album and for Favorite Pop/Rock Band, Duo or Group.

The group disbanded (pun here) in 1994.

Answer: Earth, Wind & Fire

Earth, Wind & Fire had all the 'elements' (pun intended) to become one of the most successful bands of the 20th century. The genres in their music included R&B, soul, funk, jazz, disco, rock, along with Latin and African rhythms. The band was formed in Chicago in 1971 by Maurice White and included his brother Verdine, Philip Bailey ("Easy Lover"), Ralph Johnson, Larry Dunn, Al McKay and Andrew Woolfolk.

The kalimba or African thumb piano can be heard on all of the band's albums. Among their many hits, "That's the Way of the World" (2004) and "Shining Star" (2007), they were inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame, with awards too numerous to mention.

Answer: Heart

The all girl rock band called Heart had its origins in Seattle, Washington in 1974 with sisters Ann Wilson as lead singer, and Nancy Wilson as guitarist. Their influences were hard rock, heavy metal and, incongruously, folk music. They rose to fame in the mid-1970s with albums like "Dreamboat Annie" and "Little Queen".

While their popularity declined in the early 1980s, they made a comeback beginning in 1985 and continuing into the 1990s with hard rock ballads. In the 21st century, the band returned to its folk roots with albums like "Fanatic" in 2012.

In 2013, they were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

Answer: Oasis

In Manchester, England in 1991, the rock band Oasis was formed. It evolved from an earlier group called Rain, with lead singer Liam Gallagher, his brother Noel (who joined shortly thereafter), Paul 'Bonehead' Arthurs, Tony McCarroll and Paul 'Guigsy' McGuigan. Members came and went, including Zak Starkey, son of Ringo Starr, who began playing with the band in 2004. Oasis' first album was "Definitely Maybe" in 1994, followed by "(What's the Story) Morning Glory" in 1995. Noel Gallagher left the band in August 2009, after which Liam declared the band "ended".

Answer: Love Unlimited

'Love Unlimited' was a female vocal group from 1969 with sisters Glodean and Linda James and their cousin Diane Taylor. They were originally back-up singers for R&B and soul singer Barry White on his albums and for his concert tours. As a sidenote, Glodean went on to become Mrs. Barry White. Combining soul music with R&B and Funk, Love Unlimited went on to record their own songs.

Their first hit was "Walking in the Rain with the One I Love" in 1972. In 1975 they had their first and only number one hit on the Soul Singles Chart with "I Belong to You".

Answer: Good Charlotte

In 1996, the American pop punk band Good Charlotte was formed in Waldorf, Maryland. Members comprised lead singer Joel Madden and his brother Benji, the vocalist and guitarist; other members have included Billy Martin, Paul Thomas, Dean Butterworth, Aaron Escolopio and Chris Wilson.

The band took a four year hiatus but announced its return on November 3, 2015. Good Charlotte's debut studio album was called, appropriately enough, "Good Charlotte" and was released in 2000. It was 2002's "The Young and the Hopeless" which brought the band major recognition, with the hit single "Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous".

Answer: Arcade Fire

Montreal, Quebec, Canada produced the indie rock band Arcade Fire, founded in 2001 by friends Win Butler and Josh Deu. The group included Win and his younger brother Will, Win's wife Regine Chassagne, Richard Reed Parry, Tim Kingsbury and Jeremy Gara. Arcade Fire came to prominence with the release of their debut album "Funeral" in 2004. "Neon Bible" was their second studio album; in 2008 the group received the Meteor Music Award for Best International Album, and the Juno Award for Alternative Album of the Year.

Their album "Suburbs" won a 2011 Grammy for Album of the Year.