| 1. | And the Band Played Waltzing Matilda By
Author: stuthehistoryguy
(rank 5 site-wide)A quiz on this great anthem about the horrors of war and war's aftermath, especially as faced by the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps (ANZAC) troops in World War I. |
| 2. | Mundy By
Author: EmmaF2008
(rank 8 site-wide)Mundy is an Irish singer-songwriter who has also achieved some international success. How much do you know about him? |
| 3. | Starring Albert Collins By
Author: deputygary
(rank 21 site-wide)The great bluesman Albert Collins was taken from us too early. This quiz covers general information about his recording career. |
| 4. | Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Series: Muddy Waters By
Author: ralzzz
(rank 22 site-wide)It would be hard to imagine the Chicago blues scene without the work of Muddy Waters. Take this quiz to learn a bit about the legend. |
| 5. | Jazz Styles By
Author: stuthehistoryguy
(rank 26 site-wide)A quiz on the major movements of America's music. |
| 6. | The Harry Chapin Story: Part 3 - Sequel By
Author: darksplash
(rank 28 site-wide)This is my third and concluding quiz about the life and music of the singer, songwriter and humanitarian, Harry Chapin. See how much you know about the man behind songs like "Taxi", "W*O*L*D" and "Cat's In The Cradle" |
| 7. | Bach to the Future By
Author: jmorrow
(rank 35 site-wide)In response to an "Author Challenge" by ing, I offer up this musical journey through ten futuristic films that employed classical music in some memorable way. We'll cover films from every decade from the 1960s to the 2000s, with emphasis on the 1970s. |
| 8. | Half Man Half Biscuit By
Author: Mutchisman
(rank 39 site-wide)The British band Half Man Half Biscuit have been delighting their fans with their mixture of biting satire and downwright silliness since the mid-eighties.
Ten questions about the band and their songs. |
| 9. | The World's Greatest Conductors By
Author: stedman
(rank 41 site-wide)In the world of Western classical music, the phenomenon of the conductor as superstar really dates from the early part of the twentieth century. How many of these famous maestros can you identify? |
| 10. | The Top Hits of 1977 By
Author: maddogrick16
(rank 43 site-wide)Contrary to 1976, the top ranked Billboard hits for 1977 offered many songs with interesting lyrical hooks. Some of these are easy, some a little more challenging. Enjoy it and good luck! |
| 11. | "Baby Got Back" for Intellectuals By
Author: stuthehistoryguy
(rank 44 site-wide)For those who appreciate the finer things. |
| 12. | The Specials By
Author: DUFFMONKEY
(rank 50 site-wide)The Specials were so much more than just another ska band, releasing classic politically charged punk pop for the entirety of their brief career. This is my tribute to one of UK music's truly great bands. |
| 13. | DragonForce Lyrics By
Author: TheSkink
(rank 62 site-wide)Name the song from the lyrics given. All of the songs are from DragonForce's first three albums: "Valley of the Damned", "Sonic Firestorm" and "Inhuman Rampage". |
| 14. | SlipKnot - 'Dead Memories' By
Author: ashleywhttkr
(rank 74 site-wide)A quiz about Slipknot's video for 'Dead Memories'. |
| 15. | Byrds Alumni By
Author: shanteyman
(rank 80 site-wide)This quiz is about the musical careers of some of various members of the Byrds before and after they were part on the band. |
| 16. | Museum of the African-American Diva By
Author: triviasoprano
(rank 82 site-wide)Just in time for Black History Month (February) in the US, today is the grand opening of the Museum of the African-American Diva in Quizzyland. Come, let me take you on a private tour! |
| 17. | Anatomy of a Song: "Werewolves of London" By
Author: FussBudget
(rank 91 site-wide)Just how much do you know about Warren Zevon's classic "Werewolves of London"? Pit yourself against fifteen questions about the song and/or associated facts. Song #30 in the 'Anatomy' series. |
| 18. | Sleepless at the Opera By
Author: jouen58
(rank 92 site-wide)Some of the greatest moments in opera occur when some person or persons are unable to sleep. Here are some notable examples. This quiz is dedicated to the late, great Luciano Pavarotti. Enjoy! |
| 19. | Puccini's "Turandot" By
Author: jouen58
(rank 96 site-wide)Puccini's last and most ambitious opera, which includes the famous tenor aria "Nessun Dorma", was left unfinished at his death in 1924. How well do you know this fascinating work? Good Luck! |
| 20. | Anatomy of a Song : "The River" By
Author: glendathecat
(rank 99 site-wide)Bruce Springsteen's "The River" is a powerful song about the crushing of young dreams. See how much you can remember or deduce as you are guided through its lyrics.
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| 21. | Irish Rebel Songs By
Author: daver852
(rank 107 site-wide)I like to hang out in bars, and Irish bars are the best, so it's natural that I've learned a few Irish rebel songs. See if you can identify these famous tunes. |
| 22. | Anatomy of a Song: Universal Soldier By
Author: Quiz_Beagle
(rank 183 site-wide)Buffy Sainte-Marie's song has been recorded by artists from Donovan to Chumbawamba. This is part of the 'Anatomy of a Song' series as inspired by FussBudget. |
| 23. | 'City Of New Orleans': Story of a Song By
Author: darksplash
(rank 218 site-wide)"Riding on the City of New Orleans
Illinois Central Monday morning rail...". How much do you know about this well-loved train song, written by Steve Goodman? |
| 24. | 10-4 Guild Buddy By
Author: SilverMoonsong
(rank 234 site-wide)Truck drivers are an important part of any economy, hauling anything and everything across the land, even across treacherous terrain. The Guild offers up a cargo of music written for or about these “Kings of the Road.” |
| 25. | The Top Hits of 1979 By
Author: maddogrick16
(rank 276 site-wide)Let's review the top Billboard hits that brought not only the 1970s to a close but will also signal the final quiz in this series. It's been a gas! Hope you've enjoyed them. |
| 26. | Thank your Lucky Stars for Dean Friedman By
Author: glendathecat
(rank 289 site-wide)The Music Industry needs more people like Dean Friedman – talented, funny, technologically astute and well .... a god! Step inside and find out more. |
| 27. | Lyrics to Even More Jazz Standards By
Author: agony
(rank 317 site-wide)"I like a Gershwin tune, how about you?" Some Gershwin tunes here, plus Cole Porter, Irving Berlin, Harold Arlen, Johnny Mercer... |
| 28. | The Top Hits of 1972 By
Author: maddogrick16
(rank 323 site-wide)This quiz will recount the top Billboard hits from 1972 and most are ranked among the 15 biggest hits of the year. They should all be hummable! |
| 29. | The Brilliant Brill - A Building and Its Music By
Author: Nannanut
(rank 345 site-wide)If buildings could be muses - then the Brill Building would be Euterpe. You might be surprised at just how much musical brilliance this building has inspired. |
| 30. | Mott The Hoople By
Author: Popsicle01
(rank 346 site-wide)I'm on a bit of a 70's trip at the moment. There I was the other night, dancing around the room to "Roll Away The Stone", when the thought came to me - does anyone else out there remember Mott The Hoople? |
| 31. | Lady Gaga: Queen of the Disco Stick By
Author: kyleisalive
(rank 347 site-wide)As eclectic as the pop music industry can get, nothing could have prepared the world for the musical situation that is Lady Gaga. Don't forget where your keys are, don't lose your phone. Just quiz. |
| 32. | Fifteen Irish Songs and Ballads By
Author: PearlQ19
(rank 356 site-wide)I've picked 15 Irish songs and ballads and will ask you different kinds of questions about them. Could be lyrics, title, or content. Good luck! |
| 33. | The Top Hits of 1978 By
Author: maddogrick16
(rank 360 site-wide)Disco music was in its dying throes but the Bee Gees still dominated the Billboard Hot 100. Let’s review their hits and a few other notable songs from 1978. |
| 34. | Great Ladies of Jazz By
Author: robbieh
(rank 362 site-wide)The ten women in this quiz have dazzled us with their talent over many years. I hope this quiz brings back some good memories, or inspires you to seek out their music. |
| 35. | Thee Billy Childish By
Author: 50ftqueenie
(rank 366 site-wide)Billy Childish is a British song-writer, painter and poet. How much do you know about Billy and his work? |
| 36. | Greetings from Asbury Park, NJ By
Author: stuthehistoryguy
(rank 368 site-wide)A quiz on Springsteen's first album, a sorely underrated classic of urban songwriting. |
| 37. | Anatomy of a Song: "American Pie" By
Author: FussBudget
(rank 387 site-wide)Just how much do you know about Don McLean's classic "American Pie"? Pit yourself against 25 questions about the song and/or associated facts. Song #17 in the 'Anatomy' series. |
| 38. | Grammy Hall of Fame Awards By
Author: shanteyman
(rank 393 site-wide)The Grammy Hall of Fame Awards began in 1973 to honor historical and significant recordings over 25 years old. This quiz deals with some of the winners in a variety of genres since the awards began. |
| 39. | An Evening Wasted With Tom Lehrer By
Author: looney_tunes
(rank 403 site-wide)On the live album "An Evening Wasted with Tom Lehrer", recorded during a series of concerts in 1959, a number of Tom Lehrer's humorous songs are presented along with his witty introductions. Can you recognize the songs from their introductions? |
| 40. | Song of the South By
Author: Pagiedamon
(rank 420 site-wide)How well do you remember one of Alabama's most popular songs? Test your lyrical memory--and learn a little trivia along the way. |
| 41. | Echo and the Bunnymen By
Author: DUFFMONKEY
(rank 422 site-wide)Formed in the late 1970s, Echo and the Bunnymen went on to be one of the greatest acts of the following decade, and are still making some outstanding music in the 21st century. This quiz is a tribute to one of my all time favourite bands. |
| 42. | A Tribute to Ivor Cutler By
Author: 50ftqueenie
(rank 433 site-wide)Ivor Cutler was one of Britain's most unique performers; he was a musician, singer, songwriter, poet, actor, painter, author, humorist and above all else a humanitarian. |
| 43. | "2112" - The Song By
Author: Kwedeth
(rank 455 site-wide)This is about the song "2112" alone, not the rest of the album or anything else Rush-related. The epic more than deserves special attention! Questions 1-10 are mainly about the events in the song, 11-15 about the song itself, and 16-20 are lyrics. |
| 44. | Josh Groban: The Man Behind The Music By
Author: morrigan
(rank 473 site-wide)You've probably heard a few of his songs, you might have seen him on "Ally McBeal". But do you know anything about the man himself? |
| 45. | Australian Country Music By
Author: tezza1551
(rank 477 site-wide)There are a lot of quizzes on individual artists,but as far as i can see, no general quizzes on the many wonderful people who make up the Australian country music scene. |
| 46. | The Lyrics of Noel Coward By
Author: TabbyTom
(rank 480 site-wide)For his devotees, Coward is “the Master,” but he seems to have been overlooked so far on Fun Trivia. So here are a few questions, mainly about his better known songs. |
| 47. | The Be Good Tanyas By
Author: Mutchisman
(rank 482 site-wide)With their mix of traditional folk, country and blues numbers, self-penned songs and covers of people as diverse as Stephen Foster and Prince, The Be Good Tanyas are hard to pigeon-hole musically. Ten questions about the band and their music. |
| 48. | A Musical Cricket Match By
Author: Mutchisman
(rank 485 site-wide)International music stars (some from beyond the grave) have gathered to participate in a celebrity cricket match. Can you guess who is playing and what is happening from the clues I give? All chart references etc are UK based, Have fun. |
| 49. | Boston to Berkeley: American Musical Protests By
Author: Uglybird
(rank 515 site-wide)Civil rights, the Vietnam War, nuclear power… a guy trapped on a public transit system. Test your knowledge of America's music of dissent in the mid-twentieth century. |
| 50. | More Top Hits From 1971 By
Author: maddogrick16
(rank 517 site-wide)Here's volume two of the top hits from 1971 based on Billboard chart performance. All the songs featured will mark the Top 40 chart debut of the recording artist. Some became huge stars, others are all but forgotten. |
| 51. | The Life and Songs of Marty Robbins By
Author: shanteyman
(rank 539 site-wide)A quiz about one of music's most versatile country singers. |
| 52. | Anatomy of a Song: "Wreck of Edmund Fitzgerald" By
Author: FussBudget
(rank 551 site-wide)Just how much do you know about Gordon Lightfoot's classic "The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald"? Pit yourself against 15 questions about the song and/or associated facts. Song #16 in the 'Anatomy' series. |
| 53. | International Music, Made In Israel By
Author: gentlegiant17
(rank 552 site-wide)The extremely diverse nature of the Israeli society leads to the creation of unique music. This quiz concentrates on Israeli artists who have succeeded in exporting their music to a worldwide audience. |
| 54. | Klezmer Keys By
Author: pusdoc
(rank 584 site-wide)Klezmer is the name given to a style of Jewish music. Come learn about this infectious music, which has seen a recent resurgence in popularity. |
| 55. | Rock and Roll Hall of Fame: Smokey Robinson By
Author: ralzzz
(rank 602 site-wide)Smokey Robinson had a voice that could best be described a "pure silk". His approach to singing was inspirational to many of his peers and followers. This quiz is about the man and his music. |
| 56. | Herb Alpert By
Author: maddogmaxx
(rank 608 site-wide)A quiz about the life and recording history of Herb Alpert. |
| 57. | All about Polly Jean Harvey By
Author: 50ftqueenie
(rank 611 site-wide)Polly Jean Harvey is probably Britain's most unique female artist; here are ten questions about her life and music, enjoy! |
| 58. | Foreigner Lyrics By
Author: Polaris101
(rank 615 site-wide)Guess which Foreigner song these lyrics are from. Chart positions mentioned are based on U.S. pop charts. |
| 59. | Slayer By
Author: ralzzz
(rank 625 site-wide)Slayer are one of the godfathers of thrash metal music. Here are some questions based on their music and career. |
| 60. | Anatomy of a Song: "Bummer" By
Author: darksplash
(rank 629 site-wide)Harry's Chapin's song "Bummer" was the a story of one man's life from cradle to grave.
This quiz is offered with due deference to Quiz_Beagle and FussBudget, the Queen and King of the 'Anatomy' genre |
| 61. | Dionne Warwick By
Author: mrgrouchy
(rank 642 site-wide)Dionne Warwick was a successful and dynamic pop music singer between 1963 and 1985. Please take this fun quiz about her life and music. Good luck! |
| 62. | Number 1 Billboard Hits 1950 - 1959 By
Author: suzi_greer
(rank 655 site-wide)I'll give you lyrics from ten songs that were number one hits according to the US Billboard Hot 100. You do the rest. |
| 63. | Images of Mortality from the Indigo Girls By
Author: crisw
(rank 676 site-wide)Many of the Indigo Girls' songs involve mortality. Some of these songs are heartbreaking, but many confirm the power and permanence of the cycle of life. |
| 64. | Little River Band Lyrics By
Author: Polaris101
(rank 680 site-wide)See how well you remember the words to some of Little River Band's greatest hits. |
| 65. | The Top Hits of 1970 - Part 1 By
Author: maddogrick16
(rank 690 site-wide)There were plenty of great hits in 1970 and this quiz will identify 15 of them, all ranked within the top 25 for the year (based on Billboard chart performance). |
| 66. | Anatomy of a Song: "Puff The Magic Dragon" By
Author: FussBudget
(rank 696 site-wide)Just how much do you know about Peter, Paul & Mary's classic "Puff The Magic Dragon"? Pit yourself against ten questions about the song and/or associated facts. Song #34 in the 'Anatomy' series. |
| 67. | Opera Since the Second World War By
Author: stedman
(rank 725 site-wide)Opera is sometimes said to be a dying art. This quiz hopes to show the reverse, by highlighting some of the composers worldwide who have added to the repertoire, from the 1940s into the first years of the twenty-first century. |
| 68. | A Tom Paxton Gallimaufry Vol. 1 By
Author: darksplash
(rank 730 site-wide)To call Tom Paxton a 'folksinger' seems barely adequate in view of his widely varied back catalogue. His most famous song was 'The Last Thing On My Mind', but over the past 40 years his songs have been loved by many. |
| 69. | Number One Folk Songs and Singers By
Author: shanteyman
(rank 731 site-wide)Over the past fifty years folk artists have occasionally placed songs at the top of the US Billboard charts. This quiz is about these folk artists and songs. |
| 70. | June Carter Cash By
Author: cat888
(rank 740 site-wide)Many people know a lot about Johnny, but what about June? |
| 71. | Johnny Cash - Live at San Quentin By
Author: picqero
(rank 744 site-wide)In 1969, Johnny Cash appeared before a live audience of inmates at San Quentin State Prison. The show was performed live, and recorded for record release and television. This quiz is about the venue, performers, songs, and dialogue. |
| 72. | The Blues - Legends, Songs and Styles By
Author: maddogrick16
(rank 750 site-wide)The blues are my guilty pleasure. We will focus on the various blues styles, the singers and their songs from the 1920s to contemporary times. Take your time, consider your answers carefully and feast on the wealth of backround information. |
| 73. | Ray Charles - American Musical Legend By
Author: thejazzkickazz
(rank 752 site-wide)Sadly, American musical legend Ray Charles passed away in June of 2004, but not before leaving behind a wonderful music career spanning nearly six decades. This quiz explores Ray's biography...let's celebrate him together! |
| 74. | The Top Hits of 1975 By
Author: maddogrick16
(rank 767 site-wide)The big hits of 1975 featured some familiar voices, the return to the top for some old faces and the debut to the charts for others. An eclectic mix! Billboard data is used. |
| 75. | A Date With the Devil By
Author: jouen58
(rank 781 site-wide)The Prince of Darkness makes a personal appearance in quite a number of operas, and is even the title character of a few. I hope you will enjoy this devil of a quiz; Good Luck! |
| 76. | Broadway Hits on the US Billboard Charts By
Author: shanteyman
(rank 798 site-wide)Several songs from Broadway shows have made it to the US charts. This quiz is about some of them. |
| 77. | MacArthur Park... the icing, the cake, and all! By
Author: Elder1954
(rank 804 site-wide)"MacArthur Park" hit the airwaves in 1968. People either love it or hate it. At 7 minutes and 21 seconds, there is much to love or hate about it. How much do you know about its composer, its singers, and its lyrics? |
| 78. | The Cars Lyrics By
Author: Polaris101
(rank 815 site-wide)See how well you know the songs of the new wave group The Cars. |
| 79. | Marianne Faithfull By
Author: shanteyman
(rank 818 site-wide)A quiz about the British performing legend Marianne Faithfull. Hard core fans only need apply. Questions are derived from her autobiography "Faithfull" |
| 80. | The Origins Of Funk: P-Funk By
Author: maddogmaxx
(rank 820 site-wide)In this second quiz of a multi-part series, we'll boogie into the seventies and look at a new and outrageous form of funk called P-Funk. How funky are you? |
| 81. | Rolling Stone's 500 Greatest Songs (151-175) By
Author: ralzzz
(rank 824 site-wide)Welcome back as we continue to countdown the top 500 songs of all time as ranked by "Rolling Stone" magazine. This quiz will be from songs ranked 175 to 151. |
| 82. | Folk Songs of the Fifties and Sixties By
Author: shanteyman
(rank 827 site-wide)Questions about the artists and the songs of the folk music craze of the 1950s and 1960s. The information is from my collection of vinyl folk albums. |
| 83. | Sixties Protest Songs By
Author: shanteyman
(rank 829 site-wide)The Billboard charts have contained several protest songs through the sixties. This quiz is about some of the songs, their singers and writers. |
| 84. | Rage Against the Machine's Multiple Personalities By
Author: flip1701
(rank 839 site-wide)Learn about the personalities that make up and surround Rage Against the Machine in this Atomic Age of Renegades! |
| 85. | The Shadows By
Author: rossian
(rank 844 site-wide)As well as being Cliff Richard's backing group, The Shadows had a hugely successful career in their own right. This quiz is about the group and its members. Chart positions are UK specific. |
| 86. | Nazism and the Holocaust in Rock Music By
Author: gentlegiant17
(rank 855 site-wide)Not many rock musicians dared to tread the paths of this dark era. This quiz focuses on those who did, each using a different approach. Be sure to read the interesting info sections. |
| 87. | Original Lynyrd Skynyrd By
Author: Uga76
(rank 873 site-wide)This quiz is about a Southern Rock group from Florida. The questions will start out very easy and progressively get harder. Good luck. |
| 88. | Anatomy of a Song: "Sequel" By
Author: FussBudget
(rank 874 site-wide)Just how much do you know about Harry Chapin's classic "Sequel"? Pit yourself against fifteen questions about the song and/or associated facts. Song #27 in the 'Anatomy' series. |
| 89. | The Top Hits of 1974 - Volume I By
Author: maddogrick16
(rank 879 site-wide)Did you know that 35 different songs hit Number One on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1974? We've engaged the randomizer... most of the hits included will be chart toppers but a few other classics will also be included. Are you ready for the challenge? |
| 90. | Music About Music By
Author: CellarDoor
(rank 896 site-wide)Searching for inspiration for a song, many musicians have turned to what they know best: music! Test your knowledge of songs with a musical theme. |
| 91. | The Top Hits of 1967 By
Author: maddogrick16
(rank 899 site-wide)1967 - Many of the top ranked Billboard Hot 100 songs from this year have entered the pantheon of the best pop songs of the rock (or any other) era. Come in for a visit and some reminiscing. |
| 92. | The Top Hits of 1959 By
Author: maddogrick16
(rank 904 site-wide)A review of the top rated recordings from 1959. The year offered it all... jazz, rock, ballads, R&B and even children's songs and they were all great. Have a look-see! All rankings and chart placements based on the Billboard Hot 100. |
| 93. | Billy Bragg By
Author: 50ftqueenie
(rank 910 site-wide)How much do you know about the Bard of Barking? |
| 94. | Ian Dury; The Man and His Music By
Author: Mutchisman
(rank 913 site-wide)Ian Dury was the man who coined the phrase "Sex and Drugs and Rock 'n' Roll". Ten questions about the man and his music, any chart references etc are UK based, have fun. |
| 95. | Danny Boy By
Author: stuthehistoryguy
(rank 933 site-wide)D'ye remember that most beloved of tunes, lads and lassies? Sing it wi' me, then! |
| 96. | Jimi Hendrix - The Recordings By
Author: stuthehistoryguy
(rank 940 site-wide)This quiz focuses on the qualities and circumstances of the great guitarist's recorded music. Be careful--there are nuggets here to flummox even a devoted Hendrix fan! |
| 97. | Vaughan Williams: Pride of Britain By
Author: jonnowales
(rank 950 site-wide)Amongst the myriad of inspirational British composers lies, for me, one of the greatest and most accomplished musicians of all time - Ralph Vaughan Williams. Here is an, hopefully, insightful quiz into some of his main compositions. Enjoy! |
| 98. | Classic Australian Album Covers By
Author: FussBudget
(rank 951 site-wide)Classic Aussie album covers! Go on, who from outside the country is game to give this quiz a go? |
| 99. | Anatomy of a Song: "Swamp Witch" By
Author: FussBudget
(rank 952 site-wide)Just how much do you know about Jim Stafford's classic "Swamp Witch"? Pit yourself against fifteen questions about the song and/or associated facts. Song #35 in the 'Anatomy' series. |
| 100. | From Croydon to FunTrivia: Kirsty MacColl By
Author: eauhomme
(rank 985 site-wide)The great, quirky, under-recognized English singer-songwriter was taken from us far too early. What do you know about Kirsty MacColl? |