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Quiz about Justin Hawkins The Darkness Beyond

Justin Hawkins - The Darkness & Beyond Quiz

How much do you know about the cat-suited rock legend, Justin Hawkins? Play my quiz and find out!

A multiple-choice quiz by Cleooh2006. Estimated time: 4 mins.

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Cleooh2006

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4 mins

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323,093

Updated
Dec 03 21

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Question 1 of 10

1. What was the name of the record label Justin set up to launch his group Hot Leg's debut album in 2009? Hint

Microwave Rock Records

Barbecue Rock Records

Slowcooker Rock Records

Tandoori Rock Records

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Question 2 of 10

2. What's the connection between the songs "Ashamed" and "They Don't Make Them Like They Used To"? Hint

They both were covered by Meatloaf

Both songs were used in TV commercials

Beverlei Brown sang on both

Both songs refer to the wearing of catsuits

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Question 3 of 10

3. With whom did Justin sing "Red Light Spells Danger" for Red Nose Day in 2007? Hint

Stewart Copeland, Andy Summers and Sting

Barry, Robin and Maurice Gibb

Heidi Range, Amelle Berrabah and Jade Ewen

James May, Jeremy Clarkson and Richard Hammond

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Question 4 of 10

4. What was the name of Justin Hawkins' solo project that took place between his time in The Darkness and Hot Leg? Hint

British Rail

British Sale

British Jail

British Whale

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Question 5 of 10

5. How did Justin change his appearance in November 2009 to raise money for charity? Hint

He pierced his eyebrow.

He grew a beard.

He grew a mustache.

He shaved his head.

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Question 6 of 10

6. What proof is there that '70s American rock band Sparks approved of Justin's cover version of its 1974 hit single "This Town Ain't Big Enough for Both of Us"? Hint

Band members appeared in the promotional video for the cover version

Band members said so in their joint autobiography

Band members sent him a letter to say it was okay

Band members said how much they liked it in a radio interview

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Question 7 of 10

7. Justin Hawkins' brother was also a member of The Darkness. What is his name? Hint

Dan

Frankie

Richie

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Question 8 of 10

8. What was the title of the second The Darkness album? Hint

Day Return to Hades

Permission to Land

One Way Ticket to Hell...and Back

Passport to Lowestoft

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Question 9 of 10

9. Justin wrote the opening track for which American Idol finalist's debut album? Hint

Kris Allen

Adam Lambert

Matt Giraud

Nathaniel Marshall

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Question 10 of 10

10. Which guitar is Justin well-known for playing? Hint

Gibson Les Paul Custom

Gibson SG

Fender Stratocaster

Fender Telecaster

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. What was the name of the record label Justin set up to launch his group Hot Leg's debut album in 2009?

Answer: Barbecue Rock Records

Hot Leg's debut album "Red Light Fever" came out in 2009. Three singles were released from the first album: "Trojan Guitar", "I've Met Jesus", and "Cocktails".

2. What's the connection between the songs "Ashamed" and "They Don't Make Them Like They Used To"?

Answer: Beverlei Brown sang on both

Beverlei Brown sang with Justin on his Eurovision effort "They Don't Make Them Like They Used To" in 2007. She also added vocals on "Ashamed" from Hot Leg's "Red Light Fever" album.

3. With whom did Justin sing "Red Light Spells Danger" for Red Nose Day in 2007?

Answer: James May, Jeremy Clarkson and Richard Hammond

This was a lighthearted attempt at the classic Billy Ocean track by the BBC "Top Gear" team with Justin on vocals. Red Nose Day supports the UK's Comic Relief, a non-profit group.

4. What was the name of Justin Hawkins' solo project that took place between his time in The Darkness and Hot Leg?

Answer: British Whale

Two singles were released by Justin under British Whale, in 2005 and 2006 respectively. British Whale was a play on the name 'British Rail', short for Britain's national railway network.

5. How did Justin change his appearance in November 2009 to raise money for charity?

Answer: He grew a mustache.

This was a sponsored mustache-growing effort ("Movember") to raise awareness of men's health, with the money going towards research into prostate cancer. By 2010, Movember had raised over �30 million globally for the fight against prostate cancer and male depression.

6. What proof is there that '70s American rock band Sparks approved of Justin's cover version of its 1974 hit single "This Town Ain't Big Enough for Both of Us"?

Answer: Band members appeared in the promotional video for the cover version

A release by British Whale, Justin's solo project, the video prominently featured brothers Russ and Ron Mael of Sparks officiating at a darts match. Justin appeared as one of the competitors playing against British darts champion Phil "The Power" Taylor. The other members of The Darkness could be seen in the watching audience.

7. Justin Hawkins' brother was also a member of The Darkness. What is his name?

Answer: Dan

Dan became the lead guitarist for the Stone Gods after The Darkness split up. Dan helped form the band.

8. What was the title of the second The Darkness album?

Answer: One Way Ticket to Hell...and Back

The album was produced by Roy Thomas Baker and released in 2005. It was the last album by The Darkness.

9. Justin wrote the opening track for which American Idol finalist's debut album?

Answer: Adam Lambert

Lambert was the runner up on American Idol 2009. The song Justin wrote was called "Music Again" and appeared on "For Your Entertainment".

10. Which guitar is Justin well-known for playing?

Answer: Gibson Les Paul Custom

Justin has had both black and white versions. He used them with both The Darkness and Hot Leg.

Source: Author Cleooh2006

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