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The Music Challenge of the Ages (lol) Quiz

This is a little quiz that covers a broad variety of musical tastes, for the more wide-ranging style aficionados!

A multiple-choice quiz by itsbatmansilly. Estimated time: 5 mins.

Author
itsbatmansilly

Time
5 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
336,362

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Tough

Avg Score
6 / 10

Plays
275

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Question 1 of 10

1. M.C. Ren was part of which groundbreaking group? Hint

NWA

Wu Tang Clan

Public Enemy

D12

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Question 2 of 10

2. Jeordie White is better known to Marilyn Manson fans as: Hint

Marilyn Manson

Brian Warner

Pogo

Twiggy Ramirez

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Question 3 of 10

3. Who was called the Godfather of Rock and Soul? Hint

Solomon Burke

Elvis Presley

James Brown

Little Richard

4. Temple of the Dog was a band that featured such artists as vocalist Chris Cornell, rhythm guitarist Stone Gossard, bass guitarist Jeff Ament, lead guitarist Mike McCready, drummer Matt Cameron and vocalist Eddie Vedder. Which artist was the band created to commemorate? Hint

Justin Bieber

Michael Hutchence

Andrew Wood

Mia Zapata

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Question 5 of 10

5. Cass Elliot, Michelle Phillips, John Phillips and Denny Doherty were better known by what band name? Hint

The Judds

The Fifth Dimension

The Mamas and the Papas

Wilson Phillips

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Question 6 of 10

6. The Farriss brothers need you tonight. They are part of which Aussie band? Hint

Men without Hats

Midnight Oil

AC/DC

INXS

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Question 7 of 10

7. Name the group of New Orleans rappers who launched the careers of Juvenile, Lil Wayne, Birdman, Brisco, Bow Wow, Cory Gunz, DJ Khaled, Gudda Gudda, Lil Twist and Nicki Minaj-- as well as many others. Hint

Death Row

Rough Riders

Cash Money Millionaires

Bad Boy

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Question 8 of 10

8. She was "Born This Way" as Stefani Joanne Angelina Germanotta, but is better known as: Hint

Katy Perry

Lady Gaga

MIA

Santogold

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Question 9 of 10

9. The popular song "It's Now or Never" had its melody 'borrowed' from the Italian standard "O Sole Mio". Its inspiration, however, came from the song "There's No Tomorrow", recorded by U.S. singer Tony Martin in 1949. Who performed it in 1960?
Hint

Connie Francis

Bobby Rydell

Elvis Presley

Fats Domino

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Question 10 of 10

10. Recorded by such superstars as Elvis, Frank Sinatra, and Sid Vicious, the song "My Way" was written by whom? Hint

Frank Sinatra

Paul Anka

Elvis Presley

Barry Manilow

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. M.C. Ren was part of which groundbreaking group?

Answer: NWA

N.W.A was the first so-called "gangsta" rap act achieving wide scale popularity. The group disbanded in 1991, though there were reunions afterwards. NWA's Dr Dre, Ice Cube, and Easy E went onto solo fame and fortune as well.

2. Jeordie White is better known to Marilyn Manson fans as:

Answer: Twiggy Ramirez

Twiggy Ramirez was also known for his work with Nine Inch Nails. He once performed a famous duet with '60s model Twiggy Lawson.

3. Who was called the Godfather of Rock and Soul?

Answer: Solomon Burke

Burke was also known as "King Solomon" and the "Bishop of Soul". He died in October 2010.

Answer: Andrew Wood

The band released its only album in April 1991, entitled "Temple of the Dog". Of course, Vedder, Ament, Gossard and McCready are better known for being part of the band Pearl Jam.

5. Cass Elliot, Michelle Phillips, John Phillips and Denny Doherty were better known by what band name?

Answer: The Mamas and the Papas

The Mamas and the Papas were active from 1965 to 1968, and then again from 1971 to 1972. John and Michelle Phillips' daughter Chynna helped form the group Wilson Phillips (with Carnie and Wendy Wilson).

6. The Farriss brothers need you tonight. They are part of which Aussie band?

Answer: INXS

Formed in 1977 in Australia, INXS gained worldwide success. Their popularity, however, petered out by the mid-nineties, especially in the US.

Answer: Cash Money Millionaires

Cash Money Millionaires were rappers who were working for Cash Money Records. In 1999, they joined together for The Notorious B.I.G.'s album "Born Again".

8. She was "Born This Way" as Stefani Joanne Angelina Germanotta, but is better known as:

Answer: Lady Gaga

Lady Gaga brought glam pop back to center stage in 2008 with her debut album "The Fame". She is known for her outrageous fashion choices.

Answer: Elvis Presley

Elvis Presley was known as the King of Rock and Roll. To this day, his home in Memphis, Tennessee draws millions of fans every year. Elvis died on August 16, 1977.

10. Recorded by such superstars as Elvis, Frank Sinatra, and Sid Vicious, the song "My Way" was written by whom?

Answer: Paul Anka

Anka was a 1950s teen idol. Hailing from Canada, he recorded hit songs like "Diana", "Lonely Boy", and "Put Your Head on My Shoulder".

Source: Author itsbatmansilly

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