Rock & Roll Trivia

[cloudy]

Gosh, I'm sure I'm biased because I suppose we all have a special place in our hearts for the music we came of age with, but that seems kind of like saying the High Renaissance was a transition from late Medieval art to Mannerism - it was pretty special all by itself. Maybe uniquely so, even. I'm thinking of 1964 to 1969, roughly speaking. Beatles, Jimi, The Doors, The Who, Led Zeppelin, the Mamas and Papas, so many others. The energy of it all is still breathtaking.

Not to diss the music of the era that came immidiately after, however - the "singer songwriter" era. The early Elton John (when he was still soulful rather than all poppie and Bernie Taupin was writing the lyrics - Elton John, Elton John; 11/17/70), James Taylor, Carlie Simon's soulful early songs, and the glorious and unforgetable Tapestry by Carole King. and to all of them.

I have every cd (of every album) that Led Zeppelin made. Same with The Who, Pink Floyd, Aerosmith, Rush, and Ozzy.

I was talking with my 18-year-old son not long ago about music back when I was in high school, and I realized that a whole lot of the big groups then are still putting out cds, and touring. I think that whole era was sort of magical, as far as rock goes. You don't see groups, or even soloists that seem to have the kind of staying power that groups from that time have. There are a ton of one-hit wonders now...there were back in the seventies too, but it just seems like more now.

My son loves Ozzy and Aerosmith, likes LZ, but thinks Floyd is a little strange. I gotta admit, Floyd is better if you're stoned, but nowadays when I hear one of their songs, it instantly transports me back, and I still enjoy it like I did back when.

 

[cloudy]

I preferred them without the 'Y.'

Me too! Neil Young's voice is like fingernails on a chalkboard to me (and I've never forgiven him for "Southern Man").

 

[BradBigBrain]

I have every cd (of every album) that Led Zeppelin made. Same with The Who, Pink Floyd, Aerosmith, Rush, and Ozzy.

I was talking with my 18-year-old son not long ago about music back when I was in high school, and I realized that a whole lot of the big groups then are still putting out cds, and touring. I think that whole era was sort of magical, as far as rock goes. You don't see groups, or even soloists that seem to have the kind of staying power that groups from that time have. There are a ton of one-hit wonders now...there were back in the seventies too, but it just seems like more now.

My son loves Ozzy and Aerosmith, likes LZ, but thinks Floyd is a little strange. I gotta admit, Floyd is better if you're stoned, but nowadays when I hear one of their songs, it instantly transports me back, and I still enjoy it like I did back when.

Led Zep just released a new compilation today. All songs are remastered. It's awesome.

 

[Roxanne Appleby]

Especially the CSN album.

Y was kind of a dork but he definitely added a lot of spark and energy. That live album, 4-Way Street, was amazing. I listened to it so many times I can replay every note in my head.

 

[cloudy]

Led Zep just released a new compilation today. All songs are remastered. It's awesome.

I have the boxed set that was released in 1990, and all the songs in it were remastered.

I kill anyone that touches the box.

 

[slyc_willie]

Especially the CSN album.

On a side note, the seventies produced the only country music I ever liked. Waylon Jennings, Merle Haggard, Juice Newton, Dolly Parton, and of course, the inimitable Willie Nelson.

But, back to Rock & Roll:

Which album, recorded in 1980, is technically considered the most 'perfect' rock album? By technical, I mean the mastering, editing, and composition of the songs.

 

[slyc_willie]

Me too! Neil Young's voice is like fingernails on a chalkboard to me (and I've never forgiven him for "Southern Man").

I know people have raved and raved about "Harvest Moon," and I've tried to listen to it, but . . . I can't. Neil Young has to rank as one of the top ten musical whiners of all time.

But that's just MHO.

 

[cloudy]

Which album, recorded in 1980, is technically considered the most 'perfect' rock album? By technical, I mean the mastering, editing, and composition of the songs.

Shit....I've heard this.

I think it was AC/DC's Back in Black, but I could be wrong.

 

[BradBigBrain]

Y was kind of a dork but he definitely added a lot of spark and energy. That live album, 4-Way Street, was amazing. I listened to it so many times I can replay every note in my head.

I do like Harvest and Harvest Moon. He gave them a bit more of an edge to their sound.

 

[Roxanne Appleby]

There's a wonderful scene in Almost Famous when the sister leaves home and bequeaths to the kid her secret stash of rock LPs. He's going through them with a reverent expression, and with (I think) the opening bars of the overture to Tommy playing . . . It's powerfully evocative to me. My God, Tommy was like a religious experience to me - the incredible energy of that guitar in Pinball Wizard, the soul-shaking bass notes that puntuate it - just wow.

Moody Blues - Ride my See-Saw. Another example of that stunning level of energy that I still amazes me. (I read a fun sci-fi story one time where the aliens come and that song is one of the earth commodities that become a valuable basis of trade .)

 

[slyc_willie]

Shit....I've heard this.

I think it was AC/DC's Back in Black, but I could be wrong.

Nope, but I might say you're close. It's the right genre of rock, anyway.

 

[Roxanne Appleby]

On a side note, the seventies produced the only country music I ever liked. Waylon Jennings, Merle Haggard, Juice Newton, Dolly Parton, and of course, the inimitable Willie Nelson.

I don't know if it's "country" really, but Doc Watson doing The Tennessee Stud will always be a winner in my book - that gorgeous clean guitar, and poignant lyrics.

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Another awesome band and alblum from that era - The Allman Brothers, Eat a Peach. The 33 minute "Mountain Jam" instrumental - wow, what a classic. More chills down my spine.

 

[BradBigBrain]

There's a wonderful scene in Almost Famous when the sister leaves home and bequeaths to the kid her secret stash of rock LPs. He's going through them with a reverent expression, and with (I think) the opening bars of the overture to Tommy playing . . . It's powerfully evocative to me. My God, Tommy was like a religious experience to me - the incredible energy of that guitar in Pinball Wizard, the soul-shaking bass notes that puntuate it - just wow.

Moody Blues - Ride my See-Saw. Another example of that stunning level of energy that I still amazes me. (I read a fun sci-fi story one time where the aliens come and that song is one of the earth commodities that become a valuable basis of trade .)

Almost Famous is one of my favorite movies. It captures the time of sex, drugs and rock and roll.

I am a believer in the religion of "Clapton is God". Badge is one of my favorite songs.

 

[slyc_willie]

I don't know if it's "country" really, but Doc Watson doing The Tennessee Stud will always be a winner in my book - that gorgeous clean guitar, and poignant lyrics.

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Another awesome band and alblum from that era - The Allman Brothers, Eat a Peach. The 33 minute "Mountain Jam" instrumental - wow, what a classic. More chills down my spine.

I'm sure I've heard that, but it's not ringing any bells. The thing I liked about the country of the seventies is that, for one, it was the only thing my father and I bonded over, and for another, it's nothing at all like what country is today. Every country artist from that decade gave me the impression that they wrote and recorded their songs on a string budget, doing so just because they wanted to share their music.

 

[Hellfire75]

Judas Priest (if it aint it should be)

 

[Misty_Morning]

Here's one for ya'll....The lead singer of this 70's and early 80's band was married to an Academy Award winning actress.








Here's a hint......."wire coat hangers!?!"

 

[slyc_willie]

Answers

A few others . . .

(tell me to back off if I'm stepping on your toes, Cloudy )

What is Sting's real name?

Who learned to play guitar sitting on Stevie Ray Vaughan's amps in Gruene Music Hall, Gruene, Texas, and on "Austin City Limits?"

Who wrote 'Play That Funky Music White Boy?'

Which two childhood friends make repeat appearances in Bon Jovi songs?

Whose 'dream of being Elvis has all but passed me by?'

Who was Journey's original lead singer/songwriter?

Speaking of Journey, with whom did Neil Schon first play?

1) Gordon Sumner (somebody already got this one)

2) Kenny Wayne Shepherd ( Cloudy)

3) Tommy and Gina. They were mentioned in both 'Living on a Prayer' and 'It's My Life.' Last heard, they were married in 1987

4) Aldo Nova. The line is from the song 'Ronnie,' from 'Blood On The Bricks,' which was produced by Jon Bon Jovi.

5) Greg Rollie. This, too, was already answered.

6) Yep, Santanna. Neil started jamming with them when he was 15.

 

[slyc_willie]

Judas Priest (if it aint it should be)

Nope.

Think cats.

 

[Roxanne Appleby]

I'm sure I've heard that, but it's not ringing any bells. The thing I liked about the country of the seventies is that, for one, it was the only thing my father and I bonded over, and for another, it's nothing at all like what country is today. Every country artist from that decade gave me the impression that they wrote and recorded their songs on a string budget, doing so just because they wanted to share their music.

You can listen to Mountain Jam for free here: http://www.rhapsody.com/theallmanbrothersband/eatapeach

(I'm listening right now, with a big smile.)

It's hard not to love.

 

[slyc_willie]

Here's one for ya'll....The lead singer of this 70's and early 80's band was married to an Academy Award winning actress.








Here's a hint......."wire coat hangers!?!"

Damn, you know . . . that sounds so freakin' familiar.

 

[BradBigBrain]

Here's one for ya'll....The lead singer of this 70's and early 80's band was married to an Academy Award winning actress.


Here's a hint......."wire coat hangers!?!"

Peter Wolf?

Married to Faye Dunaway.

 

[Hellfire75]

Nope.

Think cats.

alright I have no clue...last guess Tesla and I know its wrong

 

[Misty_Morning]

here's another one....this former back up singer to Elvis Presley sent a letter to a legendary 1960's rock band telling them that she had a dream that she and her pianist husband were supposed to become members of the band.......and they did.

 

[Hellfire75]

waittttttt.....Def Leppard!!!!!!

 

[slyc_willie]

waittttttt.....Def Leppard!!!!!!

Yep