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1. Born in Alton, Illinois this jazz trumpeter was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2006, but is considered by many to be one of the key figures in modern jazz. He is known for being "Kind of Blue".
2. Born in Kentucky (the Bluegrass State), this musician built the Bluegrass Festival in Bean Blossom, Indiana. Who is the Father of Bluegrass?
3. Born in St. Louis, Missouri in 1926, this Rock and Roll pioneer was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1986. Which musician was famous for his signature "duck walk" as well as numerous hit songs?
4. Born on Chicago's North Side, this talented Midwestern singer-songwriter fought a battle with leukemia and eventually lost in 1984. He will be remembered for his songs with a Midwest flavor. In particular he wrote "The City of New Orleans" and a trilogy of songs about the Chicago Cubs. Who is this Illinois musician?
5. The Smashing Pumpkins rose to fame in the early 1990s with hits such as "Today", "Tonight,Tonight", and "1979". Their lead singer was born on March 17th, 1967 in Elk Grove Village, Illinois. What is the name of this talented musician?
6. Born in Clarinda, Iowa in 1904, and buying his first trombone in high school while living in Grant City, Missouri, this future bandleader spent many of his forative years in the Midwest. He became the face of Big Band Music in the 1930's and 40's until his untimely death from a plane crash near England during World War II. Who was this "Moonlight Serenader"?
7. Guns N' Roses gained fame in the late 1980s with songs such as "Sweet Child O'Mine" and "Welcome to the Jungle". Did you know their lead singer was born in Lafayette, Indiana? Which of these musicians is the lead singer of Guns N' Roses?
8. Born and raised in Peoria, IL, this now deceased singer-songwriter emerged to prominence in the late 70s and early 80s in the Folk Rock genre. After a brief stint as a studio musician, he began a solo career. His second attempt was the Joe Walsh produced album "Souvenirs" which included his first hit "Part of the Plan". This album was followed up with others achieving commercial success including "Captured Angel" and "Phoenix". Which of the following is it?
9. One of the more famous people to make the quiz, this singer/songwriter hails from Minneapolis, Minnesota. His name is synonymous with Minneapolis, and he even filmed a semi-autobiographical movie there. In 2009, he wrote a fight song for the Minnesota Vikings. Who is this musician?
10. The Jackson 5 (later the Jacksons) were born and raised in Gary, Indiana. Originally there were five members, they increased to 6 when one of the younger brothers was old enough to join in. Two of the more famous ones were Michael and Jermaine, as they went on to have successful solo careers. Which of these names is not another brother from the Jackson family?
11. Who is the lead singer for the Minneapolis based band The Replacements?
12. This singer/songwriter was born and raised in Kennett, MO and graduated from the University of Missouri. She won 3 Grammy Music Awards for her debut album, "Tuesday Night Music Club", including Record of the Year, in 1995.
13. This famous bandleader was born in Strasburg, North Dakota in 1903 and hosted a musical television show from 1955-1971 on the ABC network. Who is this musician from which you would frequently hear "a-one, an-a-two"?
14. In 1977, "Carry On Wayward Son" from their fourth album "Leftoverture" was featured in the movie "Heros". The band's popularity soared to the "Point of No Return". What band called themselves after their state?
15. The St. Lunatics formed in St Louis in 1993 and released their first studio album, "Free City" in 2001. In 2000, the lead singer released a solo album "Country Grammer" and the title track shot up to #3 on the Billboard charts. He is in the studio now (2010) recording his 6th solo effort. Who is this talented rapper?
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