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Harder Southern Rock Trivia Quiz

This is for the real fans. You may find this difficult if you did not live through this!

A multiple-choice quiz by PTaylor. Estimated time: 6 mins.

Author
PTaylor

Time
6 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
141,066

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Difficult

Avg Score
5 / 10

Plays
1397

Awards
Top 35% Quiz

Last 3 plays: jaxteacher1 (0/10), Guest 172 (6/10), Guest 71 (4/10).

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Question 1 of 10

1. In Molly Hatchet's name-dropping "Gator Country", who is NOT mentioned? Hint

The Outlaws

Richard Betts

Elvin Bishop

38 Special

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Question 2 of 10

2. Leonard Skinner first encountered the future members of Lynyrd Skynyrd while employed at which Jacksonville high school, named for which Confederate General? Hint

Robert E. Lee

Stonewall Jackson

Jefferson Davis

Nathan Bedford Forrest

3. Although this singer found bigger fame as a member of (Jefferson) Starship, this vocalist's first brush with the pop charts came during a stint as singer for guitarist Elvin Bishop with the hit "Fooled Around and Fell In Love." Hint

Ruby Starr

Jim Dandy Mangrum

Mickey Thomas

Grace Slick

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Question 4 of 10

4. This Atlanta group which combined funk, rhythm and blues, rock and gospel featured Baby Jean, Wyzard, Moses Mo, and BB Queen, was not your typical Southern Rock band, but carved a niche for itself touring with the likes of Blackfoot and Molly Hatchet, as well as AC/DC and Aerosmith. Hint

Tavares

Gov't Mule

Atlanta Rhythym Section

Mother's Finest

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Question 5 of 10

5. Molly Hatchet recorded a live version of "Mississippi Queen" with which famous rock guitarist?

Answer: (Two words- Think Gonzo, Think Detroit)

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Question 6 of 10

6. For ZZ Top's record breaking Worldwide Texas Tour in the mid 1970's, the stage was in the shape of what? Hint

The body of a woman

A 1933 Ford

The state of Texas

A guitar

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Question 7 of 10

7. Taking a name from the label of a whiskey bottle, what was the first incarnation of Johnny Van Zant's Band known as? Hint

Wild Turkey

Hiram Walker Band

Johnny Walker Red

Austin Nichols Band

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Question 8 of 10

8. Following his departure from the Outlaws, Henry Paul and his band The Henry Paul Band recorded the song "Grey Ghost", which received a lot of airplay on album oriented rock stations. Who was the song about? Hint

Ronnie Van Zant

Jimmy Carter

Duane Allman

Joseph Kennedy, Jr.

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Question 9 of 10

9. Which band was "Pickin' on Nashville"?

Answer: (Two words- Their daddy was a milkman)

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Question 10 of 10

10. Which of the following female singers performed in the studio and on tour with Black Oak Arkansas? She was known for small mini skirts and big red afros. Hint

Ruby Starr

Dale Krantz

Joyce Kennedy

Bonnie Bramlett

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. In Molly Hatchet's name-dropping "Gator Country", who is NOT mentioned?

Answer: 38 Special

"The Outlaws down in Tampa town...Elvin Bishop out struttin' his stuff...Richard Betts will tell you, Lord, he was born a rambling man..." But no mention of 38 Special.

2. Leonard Skinner first encountered the future members of Lynyrd Skynyrd while employed at which Jacksonville high school, named for which Confederate General?

Answer: Robert E. Lee

Lee High, home of the Generals, is still in operation on McDuff Ave. on Jacksonville's westside.

Answer: Mickey Thomas

"Fooled Around and Fell In Love" reached Number 3 on the pop charts in 1976. Thomas has since found success as a solo performer, including performing at a Super Bowl half time show, as well as success with Starship ("Jane").

Answer: Mother's Finest

Largely overlooked in the U.S., but reportedly appreciated in European markets, Mother's Finest is one of the greatest live acts ever. MF can still be found touring today with most of its original lineup intact.

5. Molly Hatchet recorded a live version of "Mississippi Queen" with which famous rock guitarist?

Answer: Ted Nugent

This was recorded in Tennessee at Charlie Daniels' 1981 Volunteer Jam. Jimmy Farrar was Molly Hatchet's singer at the time and introduced the song by stating "This song don't need no introduction or nothing!"

6. For ZZ Top's record breaking Worldwide Texas Tour in the mid 1970's, the stage was in the shape of what?

Answer: The state of Texas

The Worldwide Texas Tour also featured a longhorn, cactus, and various other plants and animals native to the Lone Star State.

7. Taking a name from the label of a whiskey bottle, what was the first incarnation of Johnny Van Zant's Band known as?

Answer: Austin Nichols Band

Austin Nichols, the producers of Wild Turkey, threatened the young band with legal action for using the Austin Nichols name, leading to the change to the Johnny Van Zant Band. He has also perfomed as Van-Zant and simply Johnny Van-Zant, for a while adding a hyphen to his last name.

Answer: Ronnie Van Zant

The song was one of several tributes to the late Ronnie Van Zant. Following a brief period back with the Outlaws, Paul formed the Country group Blackhawk.

9. Which band was "Pickin' on Nashville"?

Answer: Kentucky Headhunters

The Kentucky Headhunters found success on the Country charts with their "Pickin' On Nashville" album. They also recorded a memorable song entitled "My Daddy Was A Milkman", in addition to "Dumas Walker", "Body and Soul", and a cover of "Davy Crockett."

10. Which of the following female singers performed in the studio and on tour with Black Oak Arkansas? She was known for small mini skirts and big red afros.

Answer: Ruby Starr

Go Jim Dandy! The late Ruby Starr also made several attempts at a solo career, including a period in the late 70's when Blackfoot was her back-up band.

Source: Author PTaylor

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