Matt's 50th Birthday Music Quiz

Question 1

Which genre, known for smooth melodies & orchestral arrangements, flourished in the 1960s with groups like The Supremes?

Accepted Answer

Motown

Question 2

Which 1956 Elvis Presley hit includes the lyrics: 'You ain't nothin' but a hound dog, cryin' all the time'?

Accepted Answer

Hound Dog

Question 3

Which Swedish pop group, formed in the early '70s, became a global sensation with hits like 'Dancing Queen'?

Accepted Answer

ABBA

Question 4

Which rock band famously requested a bowl of M&M's with the brown ones removed in their concert rider?

Accepted Answer

Van Halen

Question 5

Which classical composer allegedly lost a musical duel before becoming lifelong friends with the rival?

Accepted Answer

Mozart

Question 6

Which genre, defined by four-on-the-floor beats and dance rhythms, dominated the 1970s with artists like Donna Summer?

Accepted Answer

Disco

Question 7

What did Aretha Franklin demand in 1967?

Accepted Answer

Respect

Question 8

Which jazz singer, known as 'Lady Day', was famous in the 1950s for her soulful voice and songs like 'Strange Fruit'?

Accepted Answer

Billie Holiday

Question 9

Which pop superstar once bought the publishing rights to most of The Beatles' catalogue?

Accepted Answer

Michael Jackson

Question 10

Which legendary soul singer, often called the 'King of Soul', released timeless hits like 'A Change Is Gonna Come'?

Accepted Answer

Sam Cooke

Question 11

Which 1977 Fleetwood Mac song includes the lyrics: 'Now here you go again, you say you want your freedom'?

Accepted Answer

Dreams

Question 12

Which rock guitarist reportedly played a concert so loud it caused rain to fall from the venue ceiling?

Accepted Answer

Jimi Hendrix

Question 13

Which genre, with electronic sounds and synths, rose in the 1980s through bands like Depeche Mode?

Accepted Answer

Synth-pop

Question 14

Which 1984 Prince song includes the lyrics: 'Maybe I'm just too demanding, maybe I'm just like my father, too bold'?

Accepted Answer

When Doves Cry

Question 15

Which South African artist was the first to win a Grammy Award?

Accepted Answer

Ladysmith Black Mambazo

Question 16

Which pop icon, often referred to as the 'Queen of Pop', dominated the 1980s with hits like 'Like a Virgin'?

Accepted Answer

Madonna

Question 17

Which famous 1985 song by Johnny Clegg and Savuka became an anthem with the lyrics: '... uMandela thina'?

Accepted Answer

Asimbonanga

Question 18

Which artist performed a full concert suspended above the crowd in a flying stage?

Accepted Answer

Travis Scott

Question 19

Which band won their first Grammy more than 20 years after their debut?

Accepted Answer

Led Zeppelin

Question 20

Which genre, characterised by improvisation & complex harmonies, saw the rise of Miles Davis & John Coltrane in the 50s?

Accepted Answer

Jazz

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