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Quiz about Sixtyseventyfun IV
Quiz about Sixtyseventyfun IV

Sixtyseventyfun IV Trivia Quiz


Again, thanx to everyone who wrote all the positive stuff. Also, there were some minor corrections to be made. Thanks to all those who drew my attention to those little glitches. So, here we go with number IV (It gets harder...)

A multiple-choice quiz by rincad. Estimated time: 6 mins.
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Author
rincad
Time
6 mins
Type
Multiple Choice
Quiz #
209,313
Updated
Dec 03 21
# Qns
20
Difficulty
Tough
Avg Score
12 / 20
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1247
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Question 1 of 20
1. An easy one to start with... "Open up the window, let some air into this room..." was a line in which song by which band? Hint


Question 2 of 20
2. Who wrote and sang the theme for the film "Soldier Blue" and what was the song's title? Hint


Question 3 of 20
3. What is so special about Brian May's (Queen) guitar? Hint


Question 4 of 20
4. On tour in Britain, which then already famous singer/guitarist was taken off the top of the bill and replaced by The Beatles, who were contracted as a support band for this man? Hint


Question 5 of 20
5. Which was George Harrison's "most expensive song"? Hint


Question 6 of 20
6. While we're on the subject: Which band did Ray Davies of The Kinks file a lawsuit against for plagiarism and what was the song in question? Hint


Question 7 of 20
7. Whose record was banned in the UK in 1966 (meaning the BBC would not play it), but despite this (or because of it) still made it to No. 4 in the British Charts? Hint


Question 8 of 20
8. With which band did the rise of Roger Chapman begin? Hint


Question 9 of 20
9. What name was Eric Clapton born with? Hint


Question 10 of 20
10. Who discovered Rod Stewart? Hint


Question 11 of 20
11. Which No. 1 hit was recorded during a practice session in the studio without the band knowing and which band was it? Hint


Question 12 of 20
12. Probably one of the most famous one-hit wonders is Scott McKenzie. Not much happened after "San Francisco" had been milked for all it was worth (and that was a lot), so he had to look elswhere. Which famous band did he join almost unnoticed? Hint


Question 13 of 20
13. A bit more of the lyrics: "Well, the path was deep and wide, from footsteps leading to our cabin...". What is the title of this song and who sang it? Hint


Question 14 of 20
14. This singer started out with a band and progressed solo to near- legend status. "Here Comes The Night" was one of the big hits this band had. Who was the singer and what is the name of the band? Hint


Question 15 of 20
15. How much was paid by Jonathan King to the singer for the recording and subsequent sales of "Johnny Reggae"? Hint


Question 16 of 20
16. With whom did David Bowie team up to record "Little Drummer Boy"? Hint


Question 17 of 20
17. There was a TV documentary about this band, before they even had a recording deal. It followed them through trials and tribulations on the club circuit. Eventually, they came out with "Little Does She Know", which was a hit. After that, oblivion and possibly back to the club circuit. Name the band. Hint


Question 18 of 20
18. Vera Lynn brought us a nice rendition of "The White Cliffs of Dover". Ironically, a couple of Americans remade it and actually charted with it. Who were they? Hint


Question 19 of 20
19. Who was Henry John Deutschendorf? Hint


Question 20 of 20
20. What animal sound can be heard on the recording of "The Universal" by The Small Faces? Hint



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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts
1. An easy one to start with... "Open up the window, let some air into this room..." was a line in which song by which band?

Answer: "Mama Told Me Not To Come" by Three Dog Night

Three Dog Night was a formation of accomplished musicians and were audibly very tight as a band. "Joy To The World" is simply brilliant. Pity that there wasn't as much from them as there should have been.
2. Who wrote and sang the theme for the film "Soldier Blue" and what was the song's title?

Answer: Buffy Saint Marie and "Soldier Blue"

The movie "Soldier Blue" was the first to break away from the traditional "Cowboys and Indians" thing, where, in the end, the Cavalry came galloping over the ridge to rescue all those good, brave American soldiers from those nasty, uncivilised savages.

It showed what those "brave" Cavalry units really did to the American Indian. Sad, but gripping. It's out on DVD and worth getting. Although nearly 40 years old, very authentic and if it were re-released on the cinema circuit without further comment, nobody would be able to tell how old it is. Buffy Saint Marie, herself an Indian of the Cree tribe, was the perfect choice for the music as she was very engaged in the Indian cause as her songs show. I have an album called "Golden Hour of Buffy Saint Marie".

It's a gem and every song a winner.
3. What is so special about Brian May's (Queen) guitar?

Answer: He made it himself

This is also a reason for that distinctive "Queen" guitar sound. Unmistakeable and I love it! "It's A Kind Of Magic". 'nuff said!
4. On tour in Britain, which then already famous singer/guitarist was taken off the top of the bill and replaced by The Beatles, who were contracted as a support band for this man?

Answer: Roy Orbison

The Beatles, who had made no demands to that effect, commented very favourably on Orbison's reaction, which was one of utter professionalism and understanding. He neither made a fuss, nor did he complain, despite his status, which was considerable at the time.

Not only a great musician, but also a man with impeccable charcter. Earned him a lot of additional respect from The Beatles, who'd admired him for his work anyway.
5. Which was George Harrison's "most expensive song"?

Answer: "My Sweet Lord"

It was an obvious rip-off of "He's So Fine" by The Chiffons. George was sued accordingly and had to pay heavily. The royalties for that song shrank considerably. How nobody caught that before it was released, I will never know. It's so obvious.
6. While we're on the subject: Which band did Ray Davies of The Kinks file a lawsuit against for plagiarism and what was the song in question?

Answer: The Doors and "Hello, I Love You"

Ray won this one, claiming it was a near-copy of "All Day And All Of The Night", although it was not glaringly obvious. Listen to it, though, and you will find that the larger part of the song contains many similarities.
7. Whose record was banned in the UK in 1966 (meaning the BBC would not play it), but despite this (or because of it) still made it to No. 4 in the British Charts?

Answer: Napoleon XIV

This was "They're Coming To Take Me Away, Ha-Ha", which I thought was pretty original and funny. The Beeb fuddy-duddies, however, found it to be insulting to the mentally handicapped. Come on! It was only about a guy who becomes unstable because his dog ran away!
8. With which band did the rise of Roger Chapman begin?

Answer: Family

Family must have been one of the most underrated bands ever. Chapman has written some very deep and intricate stuff, which is not only very enjoyable to listen to, but some of the lyrics set you thinking and you're still thinking, long after the music has stopped. My recommendation: "Family Entertainment". Simply great.
9. What name was Eric Clapton born with?

Answer: Clapton

His grandmother's second husband had the surname Clapp, starting an urban legend that this was Clapton's birth name.
10. Who discovered Rod Stewart?

Answer: Long John Baldry

Apparently, the discovery was made in the London Underground, where Long John observed Roddy, drunk out of his mind, singing at the top of his voice. He made contact and... well, you know...
11. Which No. 1 hit was recorded during a practice session in the studio without the band knowing and which band was it?

Answer: "Baby Come Back" by The Equals

The Equals were jamming and, upon a whim, an engineer pushed the button. Everyone thought it was good enough to be released. Guess it was...
12. Probably one of the most famous one-hit wonders is Scott McKenzie. Not much happened after "San Francisco" had been milked for all it was worth (and that was a lot), so he had to look elswhere. Which famous band did he join almost unnoticed?

Answer: The Mamas And The Papas

It shows that having a good voice and a good song isn't enough. On stage, McKenzie was a corpse...
13. A bit more of the lyrics: "Well, the path was deep and wide, from footsteps leading to our cabin...". What is the title of this song and who sang it?

Answer: "The Son Of Hickory Holler's Tramp" by O.C. Smith

This is another one that the Beeb objected to. Still made the Top Ten in the UK. Great lyrics, brilliant voice and produced to a T. Pity O.C. turned out a one-hit wonder.
14. This singer started out with a band and progressed solo to near- legend status. "Here Comes The Night" was one of the big hits this band had. Who was the singer and what is the name of the band?

Answer: Van Morrison and Them

Van the Man (not Nistelrooy) has a very large, dedicated community of followers. Deservedly so, because Morrison does what he believes in and it has, up to now, always turned out to be good.
15. How much was paid by Jonathan King to the singer for the recording and subsequent sales of "Johnny Reggae"?

Answer: 25 pounds sterling

This was one of those "Coca Cola deals". The recipe for that went for $100.00. Jonathan King, a British singer and record producer was looking for someone to record this "fun-record", but found no takers on the famous side. He heard a girl on the streets of London and liked the voice and the accent.

He approached her and asked her if she wanted to do the song. She agreed and obviously had no clue about the business. 25.00 pounds was a good sum in those days, that's probably why she agreed to the deal. What exactly transpired, nobody knows, but in all probability she had no option anyway, because it's a good guess to say that, if she had come clever, good ol' Jonathan would have told her that if she didn't want to do it on his terms, he'd just get someone else.

The name of the artiste was given as "The Piglets" on the record and, if memory serves me well, it got into the top three of the UK charts.
16. With whom did David Bowie team up to record "Little Drummer Boy"?

Answer: Bing Crosby

One of the weirdest combinations ever, considering that Crosby was arch-conservative. Probably the great talent of Bowie overrode any moral thoughts Crosby may have had.
17. There was a TV documentary about this band, before they even had a recording deal. It followed them through trials and tribulations on the club circuit. Eventually, they came out with "Little Does She Know", which was a hit. After that, oblivion and possibly back to the club circuit. Name the band.

Answer: Kursaal Flyers

Personally, after hearing "Little Does She know", I thought the Flyers would go much further than they actually did. This song was so original and paradoxical, which made it as funny as it was. They took a serious theme and performed it with ridiculous lyrics, with pompous backing.

The whole concept is genius. If you get an opportunity, grab it and listen to it... again and again. I know you will.
18. Vera Lynn brought us a nice rendition of "The White Cliffs of Dover". Ironically, a couple of Americans remade it and actually charted with it. Who were they?

Answer: The Righteous Brothers

It was a bombastic effort. Thunderous backing and altogether very well produced. Apart from that, it sounded like they were singing from the heart, which is a bit strange for two Yanks singing a very British song.
19. Who was Henry John Deutschendorf?

Answer: John Denver

Good idea. Hate to think how the English-speaking world would have crippled the pronunciation of that name.
20. What animal sound can be heard on the recording of "The Universal" by The Small Faces?

Answer: Barking of a dog

"The Universal", a merry little thing, was recorded in Steve Marriott's garden. You can hear the dog barking pretty clearly and he's in perfect synch with the song!
Source: Author rincad

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