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The Rilo Kiley Review Trivia Quiz

The rock band Rilo Kiley has been making music since 1998. This quiz focuses on both the music and members of this talented band. Come see how Rilo Kiley has become more adventurous in their execution of all things.

A multiple-choice quiz by Eebs. Estimated time: 5 mins.

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Eebs

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5 mins

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277,208

Updated
Dec 03 21

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Question 1 of 10

1. Lead Rilo Kiley singer Jenny Lewis initially gained fame for being a child actress. Which of the following movies has she appeared in? Hint

The Wizard

E.T.

Poltergeist

The Goonies

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Question 2 of 10

2. Guitarist Blake Sennett was also a childhood actor and mainly focused on television shows. Which of the following shows did he NOT appear in? Hint

The Wonder Years

Salute Your Shorts

Saved by the Bell

Boy Meets World

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Question 3 of 10

3. Bassist Pierre de Reeder has a royal nickname that he's often referred to and credited as, both on stage and off. What is it? Hint

Duke

Count

Earl

Prince

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Question 4 of 10

4. Drummer Jason Boesel has played for several bands besides Rilo Kiley. Which of the following bands has he also performed with? Hint

Bloc Party

The Decemberists

Bright Eyes

Arcade Fire

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Question 5 of 10

5. Rilo Kiley has toured with a number of talented artists. Which of following bands has Rilo Kiley toured with? Hint

Sunny Day Real Estate

Coldplay

Soul Coughing

Screaming Trees

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Question 6 of 10

6. Let's take a look at some of the music from Rilo Kiley. Which of the following songs features the lyrics "I'm a modern girl but I fold in half so easily?" Hint

Wires and Waves

Pictures of Success

Bulletproof

Don't Deconstruct

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Question 7 of 10

7. What is the name of Rilo Kiley's album that features the songs "The Good That Won't Come Out" and "Paint's Peeling?" Hint

Takeoffs and Landings

More Adventurous

The Execution of All Things

Under the Blacklight

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Question 8 of 10

8. Rilo Kiley has two songs on "More Adventurous" that are about the death of a fellow musician. Which talented musician are the songs "Ripchord" and "It Just Is" referencing? Hint

Jeff Buckley

Kurt Cobain

Elliott Smith

Layne Staley

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Question 9 of 10

9. What was the first official single off of "Under the Blacklight?" Hint

Silver Lining

The Moneymaker

Dejalo

Dreamworld

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Question 10 of 10

10. Jenny Lewis has provided vocals for Ben Gibbard's band, The Postal Service. Which of the following songs were graced with her vocal presence? Hint

Such Great Heights

The District Sleeps Alone Tonight

Nothing Better

This Place is a Prison

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. Lead Rilo Kiley singer Jenny Lewis initially gained fame for being a child actress. Which of the following movies has she appeared in?

Answer: The Wizard

Jenny Lewis played the role of Haley Brooks in "The Wizard." The movie followed a boy on his cross-country trek to become a video game champion and also stars Luke Edwards and Fred Savage. She has also had parts in other movies, including "Pleasantville" and "Foxfire." Jenny released an album in 2006 with The Watson Twins called "Rabbit Fur Coat."

2. Guitarist Blake Sennett was also a childhood actor and mainly focused on television shows. Which of the following shows did he NOT appear in?

Answer: Saved by the Bell

Blake also had roles on "Buffy the Vampire Slayer," "Highway to Heaven" and "Family Ties." Blake and Jenny first met each other in 1993, and Sennett and Lewis are regularly credited as co-songwriters. He has provided lead vocals on a number of Rilo Kiley tracks, including "Ripchord" and "So Long."

3. Bassist Pierre de Reeder has a royal nickname that he's often referred to and credited as, both on stage and off. What is it?

Answer: Duke

Pierre de Reeder and Blake Sennett first met as classmates at La Jolla High School. He has spoken out against cruelty towards animals as a personal cause, and has been a vegetarian for some time. He also has a daughter named Sophia.

4. Drummer Jason Boesel has played for several bands besides Rilo Kiley. Which of the following bands has he also performed with?

Answer: Bright Eyes

Jason has also played with The Elected, Blake Sennett's side project. He replaced Rilo Kiley's original drummer, Dave Rock.

5. Rilo Kiley has toured with a number of talented artists. Which of following bands has Rilo Kiley toured with?

Answer: Coldplay

Rilo Kiley opened for Coldplay on their 2005 tour. Rilo Kiley has also played shows with Feist, Nada Surf, Johnathan Rice and Modest Mouse. Sunny Day Real Estate, Soul Coughing and Screaming Trees have all disbanded.

6. Let's take a look at some of the music from Rilo Kiley. Which of the following songs features the lyrics "I'm a modern girl but I fold in half so easily?"

Answer: Pictures of Success

"Pictures of Success" is off of the album "Takeoffs and Landings," which was released in 2001. The record is not Rilo Kiley's first release, although it is their first full-length album. The "Initial Friend E.P." originally came out in 1999 and was re-released in both 2000 and 2001.

7. What is the name of Rilo Kiley's album that features the songs "The Good That Won't Come Out" and "Paint's Peeling?"

Answer: The Execution of All Things

Released in 2002 on Saddle Creek Records, "The Execution of All Things" is a fan favorite for its sometimes dark lyrics mixed with upbeat guitar riffs. Mike Mogis produced this album and also co-produced "More Adventurous."

8. Rilo Kiley has two songs on "More Adventurous" that are about the death of a fellow musician. Which talented musician are the songs "Ripchord" and "It Just Is" referencing?

Answer: Elliott Smith

Elliott Smith passed away on October 21, 2003 at 34 years of age. One of his songs, "Miss Misery," was nominated for an Oscar in 1997. The members of Rilo Kiley were friends with Smith, and they not only contributed to the Elliott Smith Memorial Fund, but also played in a show with several other artists to honor his memory in 2003.

9. What was the first official single off of "Under the Blacklight?"

Answer: The Moneymaker

"The Moneymaker" video features some real-life adult film actors who were told they were auditioning for a movie. The second single, "Silver Lining," has a video featuring the members of Rilo Kiley in wedding attire. The third single released, "Breakin' Up," was featured on an episode of the show "Grey's Anatomy."

10. Jenny Lewis has provided vocals for Ben Gibbard's band, The Postal Service. Which of the following songs were graced with her vocal presence?

Answer: The District Sleeps Alone Tonight

In addition to "The District Sleeps Alone Tonight," Jenny Lewis provided vocals on the tracks "Sleeping In," "Recycled Air," and "We Will Become Silhouettes." Rilo Kiley has also played several shows with Ben Gibbard's other band, Death Cab for Cutie. Thanks for playing my quiz!

Source: Author Eebs

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