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The Specials
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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.
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DUFFMONKEY
Oct 18 07
387 plays
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Echo and the Bunnymen
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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.
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Average
10 Q
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DUFFMONKEY
Jun 16 07
288 plays
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Great Ironies In Music
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In language, "irony" is often misinterpreted. Many people perceive "Murphy's Law" situations to be ironic, when in fact they are just unlucky. The actual irony comes from paradoxical circumstances, and this quiz relates to ten music related ironies.
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Music Mixture
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Tough
10 Q
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DUFFMONKEY
Jul 03 07
3309 plays
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What a Wonderful World...Movie!
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I know so many people who won't watch a film if it's subtitled, which is a pity because they're robbing themselves of a chance to watch some of the most exquisite movies ever made. Here are 15 questions on my favourite subtitled films to date.
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Foreign Mixture
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Tough
15 Q
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DUFFMONKEY
Mar 03 07
903 plays
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Peep Show
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Surely one of the funniest British comedies of the early 21st century, "Peep Show" is also one of the few shows that can boast a sixth series and still remain hilarious.
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Peep Show
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Average
10 Q
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DUFFMONKEY
Mar 26 09
366 plays
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Flight Of The Conchords
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"Flight Of The Conchords" is another feather in the cap of HBO - a brilliantly witty series about a New Zealand band trying to make it in New York.
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Flight of the Conchords
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Average
10 Q
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DUFFMONKEY
Feb 04 08
918 plays
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The Hold Steady
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Without doubt one of the most astounding bands of the early 21st century, The Hold Steady make deep, meaningful music that's often gritty and dark, but also joyous and uplifting. I think it's time they had a quiz dedicated to them.
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10 Q
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DUFFMONKEY
Mar 26 09
123 plays
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The Great Train Robbery
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The Great Train Robbery of 1963 is one of the most infamous crimes in British history. Several films and songs have celebrated the raid since then, although the incident could hardly be looked upon as blemish free.
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Partners in Crime
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Tough
10 Q
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DUFFMONKEY
Mar 14 07
693 plays
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The Much Maligned Magpie
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Magpies are hardly the most popular of birds, having developed a reputation as noisy, scavenging pests. Personally I like them. Well, someone has to!
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Specific Bird Species
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Average
10 Q
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DUFFMONKEY
Jan 12 08
1401 plays
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Deeply Personal Songs
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I always find music twice as emotional if there's a real life story behind the songs. Here are ten questions relating to some of the most personal tunes I know.
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Emotion in Songs
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Tough
10 Q
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DUFFMONKEY
Aug 21 07
1467 plays
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Wicked Wasps?
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Wasps? Those evil little black and yellow insects that sting you for no reason and spoil your picnic by landing on your jam sandwiches? Or is there more to them? This quiz focuses mainly on social wasps found in the UK.
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Insects
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Average
10 Q
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DUFFMONKEY
Oct 11 08
1338 plays
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Where I Went On My Holidays!
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Having visited many wonderful places over the years, I thought it was time I shared my experiences - quiz style.
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Where on Earth?
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Average
15 Q
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DUFFMONKEY
Oct 14 02
9525 plays
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A Trip Around London With Madness
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The legendary British band Madness are synonymous with London. How much attention have you been paying to their lyrics and album sleeves?
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Madness
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Tough
10 Q
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DUFFMONKEY
May 13 09
384 plays
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2007 - A Record Breaking Year In The UK Charts
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2007 saw no end of long standing records being broken. How much do you remember about the artists who set a new standard?
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Music from 2007
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Difficult
10 Q
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DUFFMONKEY
Nov 16 07
912 plays
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UK Charts - More Common Pop Quiz Mistakes
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Another set of questions designed to make you stop and scratch your head. All answers can be verified by checking the Guinness Book of Hit Singles.
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No. 1 Hits
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Very Difficult
10 Q
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DUFFMONKEY
Feb 03 07
1719 plays
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The Mystery Of Lord Lucan
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There are many theories surrounding the mysterious disappearance of the 7th Earl of Lucan in 1974. This quiz will test your knowledge of one of Britain's most infamous missing person.
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England People
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Tough
10 Q
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DUFFMONKEY
Nov 20 07
447 plays
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To All The Girls I've Loved Before
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Based on the women in my life, I'll give you a clue and you just have to pick the correct first name from the list of options. Simple eh?
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Female Names
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Average
10 Q
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DUFFMONKEY
Mar 21 07
4755 plays
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Phoenix Nights
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Probably the funniest show on UK television over the last year, "Peter Kay's Phoenix Nights" has just finished showing its second series. Here are ten questions to test your knowledge.
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Phoenix Nights
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Easy
10 Q
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DUFFMONKEY
Sep 21 02
2772 plays
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Supergrass
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Supergrass have stood the test of time, having put out top quality albums since 1995. This is a quiz on one of the most consistent bands of recent times.
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S
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Tough
10 Q
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DUFFMONKEY
Sep 09 08
150 plays
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Women of the World Movies - French Fancies
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It occurred to me recently that many of my favourite actresses (and dream women!) hail from France. This quiz is a tribute to some of the most beautiful, gifted Gallic women who have lit up the silver screen over the years.
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People Themed Groups
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Tough
10 Q
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DUFFMONKEY
May 03 08
384 plays
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Great UK Comedies from 1980 onwards
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A quiz about my favourite UK comedies since 1980. I'll set the scene and give you one or two of the main characters' names, you choose the show.
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UK Comedy
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Easy
10 Q
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DUFFMONKEY
Nov 26 02
5955 plays
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My Life In Music (UK Charts)
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This quiz focuses on music that was popular at the most important times in my life, and the people in it.
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Music Mixture
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Tough
10 Q
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DUFFMONKEY
Jun 18 07
1344 plays
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UK Number 40 Hits of 1980
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We all know the big hits and can sing along with their choruses, but how much do you know about the OTHER end of the top 40? This is a tribute to the little hits, often by huge artists! All answers according to the Guinness Book of British Hit Singles.
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Music from 1980
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Difficult
10 Q
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DUFFMONKEY
Feb 02 07
1890 plays
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"Extras" - Series One And Two
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"Extras" has been one of the funniest comedy shows on television recently. A lot of people thought Ricky Gervais could never hit the heights of "The Office" again. They were wrong.
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Extras
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Average
15 Q
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DUFFMONKEY
Oct 22 06
744 plays
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UK Number 40 Hits of 1981-83
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Following on from my 1980 quiz, here is another selection of question about the UK hits that never quite made it...
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1980s Music
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Very Difficult
15 Q
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DUFFMONKEY
Feb 06 07
1512 plays
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UK Artists who had US number one hits!
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This should be fairly easy for players on both sides of the Atlantic for a change! I'll give you the song title and you select the correct artist from four options.
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No. 1 Hits
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Average
10 Q
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DUFFMONKEY
Sep 23 02
4140 plays
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Don't Look Now
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Test your knowledge of this 1973 UK cult classic with the following questions.
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Dn - Dq Movies
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Average
10 Q
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DUFFMONKEY
Dec 17 02
201 plays
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Northern Soul
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I was something of a latecomer to the joys of Northern Soul, but now I've been initiated, I thought I'd share some trivia with you.
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R & B and Soul
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Difficult
10 Q
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DUFFMONKEY
Jan 24 09
318 plays
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UK Charts - Even More Common Pop Quiz Mistakes
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Another batch of oft misquoted song titles, musical myths and erroneously pronounced artist names. As ever, you can check up on most of these in the Guinness Book of Hit Singles.
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Music Mixture
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Very Difficult
10 Q
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DUFFMONKEY
Mar 07 07
1095 plays
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The Wonder Stuff - Single Lyrics
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Probably of more interest to UK music fans than anyone else, one of my favourite bands had 16 top 40 hits in their homeland. I'll give you a lyric and you tell me which single it's from. Simple, eh?
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15 Q
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DUFFMONKEY
Sep 19 02
201 plays
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