Rocktober Fest

15 Points Per Correct Answer - No time limit  

1. This band hailed from Liverpool, England. They were known as the Fab Four. They recorded pop songs and psychedelic songs. What band were these lads called? The Who The Rolling Stones The Beatles Led Zeppelin

2. This singer replaced Steve Marriott in The Small Faces. They shortened their name to just The Faces. He had hit songs with The Faces and in his solo career such as "Maggie Mae", "Tonight's The Night" and "Hot Legs". Who is this vocalist? James Taylor Rod Stewart Bob Dylan Donovan

3. This band was also known as That Little Ol' Band From Texas. They are only a trio but have been together for over 30 years with the original members. They started their career as a blues band but changed to rock and roll in the early 1970’s. What was the name of this classic rock band? ZZ Top Creedence Clearwater Revival The Doors The Eagles

4. This band's lead singer's father was an officer in the navy. The keyboardist's brother left the band when they were in the bar scene stating they would never go anywhere until they got rid of their singer. They formed in the Los Angeles area and were a key band at The Whiskey A-Go-Go in the 1960’s. They appeared only once on "The Ed Sullivan Show", and were banned from that show after that appearance because they did not change the lyrics to "Light My Fire". What band had the singer that was known as The Lizard King? The Doors The Jimi Hendrix Experience Creedence Clearwater Revival The Grateful Dead

5. This band was once the loudest band in concert. A member helped to name Led Zeppelin. The drummer was asked to join Led Zeppelin but turned it down. They were known for two rock operas, "Quadrophenia" and "Tommy". Who was this loud band that also appeared at Woodstock in 1969? The Grateful Dead The Rolling Stones The Who The Beatles

6. This band were frequently called the Bad Boys From Boston. They spent most of their career with the original lineup; however, the lead guitarist left in 1979 and returned in 1984. Early in their career they were compared to The Rolling Stones which was not welcomed by the lead singer Steven Tyler. What name did this band go by on their records? Fleetwood Mac Styx Grand Funk Aerosmith

7. This band started out as a bluesband in the 1960's. They have gone through several guitarists which include Peter Green, Bob Welch, and Lindsey Buckingham. They were named after a song (which was in turn named after the members of the band). They had only one number one hit single in the United States, "Dreams" which was released in 1977. Who was this great classic rock band? Aerosmith Fleetwood Mac Styx Grand Funk

8. This band hailed from Flint, Michigan. Two of the original members recorded together with Terry Knight and the Pack. They started as a power trio and when they went to a four member band they shortened the name of their band. What was the name of this band that named their first greatest hits album simply "Mark, Don, and Mel"? REO Speedwagen Fleetwood Mac Grand Funk Aerosmith

9. This band is from the Chicago area. One of their guitarists is widely known by just his initials J.Y. Other members include Tomy Shaw and Dennis DeYoung. They have had hit singles such as "Lady", "Renegade", "Blue Collar Man" and "Fooling Yourelf". Who is this band that was formed in Illinois? Styx Aerosmith REO Speedwagon Fleetwood Mac

10. He was a classic rock icon. His music influenced many rockers including The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, Eric Clapton, and others. He was a member of the Traveling Wilburys. Who was this classic rock icon? Buddy Holly Carl Perkins Jerry Lee Lewis Roy Orbison