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Contents 320 Music Trivia Questions & AnswersMusic Trivia Category Genres1.1 Alternative Rock Music Trivia1.2 Blues Music Trivia1.3 Classical Music Trivia1.4 Country Music Trivia1.5 Dancehall Music Trivia1.6 Disco Music Trivia1.7 Electronic Dance Music Trivia1.8 Funk Music Trivia1.9 Gospel Music Trivia1.10 Grunge Music Trivia1.11 Hard Rock Music Trivia1.12 Heavy Metal Music Trivia1.13 Hip Hop & Rap Music Trivia Continued...Continued...Music Trivia Category Genres1.14 House Music Trivia1.15 Indie Music Trivia1.16 Jazz Music Trivia1.17 Pop Music Trivia1.18 Progressive Rock Music Trivia1.19 Punk Rock Music Trivia1.20 R&B Music Trivia1.21 Reggae Music Trivia1.22 Reggaeton Music Trivia1.23 Rock Music Trivia1.24 Soul Music Trivia1.25 Swing Music Trivia1.26 Techno Music Trivia Play 320 Music Trivia Questions Quiz Click Play Now to Launch Music Trivia Play NowPage 1 of 320 What job did Nirvana bassist Krist Novoselic say Kurt Cobain had when they met? Substitute Teacher Janitor Clerk Cook Page 2 of 320 What was the name of the fake band that Pearl Jam members Eddie Vedder, Jeff Ament and Stone Gossard played in Cameron Crowe’s 1991 film Singles? Petty Education Bank Money Congress Freckle Citizen Dick Page 3 of 320 Who was the last band to perform on SNL in the 20th century? R.E.M. Green Day Pearl Jame Stone Temple Pilots Page 4 of 320 Which funk icon produced the Red Hot Chili Pepper's second album? Bootsy Collins Prince Rick James George Clinton Page 5 of 320 What instrument was Billy Corgan initially playing for The Smashing Pumpkins? Guitar Drums Bass Keyboard Page 6 of 320 What is Soundgarden's highest selling album, certified five times platinum? Superunknown Badmotorfing Down on the Upside King Animal Page 7 of 320 What was Green Day's original band name? Breathe Faun Manly Pandas Monsoon Sweet Children Page 8 of 320 What actor's vanity band was Weezer's first gig, as the opening act? Ryan Gosling - Dead Man's Bones Keanu Reeves - Dogstar Jared Leto - Thirty Seconds to Mars Zooey Deschanel - She & Him Page 9 of 320 Which band's name means an unidentified flying object of a kind reported by US pilots during World War II, usually described as a bright light or ball of fire? The Mars Volta Bill Haley & His Comets Jefferson Starship Foo Fighters Page 10 of 320 What is Black Francis of the Pixies' real name? David Williamson Allen Lovering II Billy Kim Deal Edwards V Joey Tomas Juarez Santiago III Charles Michael Kittridge Thompson IV Page 11 of 320 How old was Robert Smith of the The Cure when he met his wife? 23 14 19 13 Page 12 of 320 What was Sonic Youth's song Drunken Butterfly originally titled? Barracuda Lonely River Alone Together Meet Strange Page 13 of 320 In what year were The Allman Brothers Band inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame? 1991 1989 1995 1994 Page 14 of 320 Who originally conceived the cover art work for the The Rolling Stones' album Sticky Fingers? Keith Haring Andy Warhol Roy Lichtenstein David Hockney Page 15 of 320 What band name did Led Zeppelin first perform under? The New Yardbirds Some Herd Trouble Seagull Sensor Drive Narcissus Page 16 of 320 Which band is the longest-running American rock band with no member changes? ZZ Top Aerosmith Eagles Iron Maiden Page 17 of 320 Which three of the greatest guitarists of all time were members of The Yardbirds at one point? Eric Clapton, Eddie Van Halen, Keith Richards Jeff Beck, Jimmy Hendrix, and Jimmy Page Eric Clapton, Jeff Beck, and Jimmy Page Eric Clapton, Jimmy Hendrix, Keith Richards Page 18 of 320 What are the metal balls hanging between Fleetwood's legs on the Fleetwood Mac Rumours album cover? Ball Chains Necklace Chains Bicycle Chains Toilet Chains Page 19 of 320 Which Comedy Central show did the The Black Keys cameo in where they bragged about their "bodacious ponytails"? Workaholics South Park Alternatino Crank Yankers Page 20 of 320 Whose blues musician's song did Canned Heat take their name from? Skip James Tommy Johnson Ishman Bracey Charley Patton Page 21 of 320 What was the name of The Blues Band first album? The Official Blues Band Bootleg Album The Fake Blues Band Album The Official Blues Band Forgery Album The Official Blues Band Sham Album Page 22 of 320 Who was the band Lynyrd Skynyrd named after? A High School Cafeteria Worker A High School Spanish Teacher A High School Gym Teacher A High School Shop Teacher Page 23 of 320 When Alvin Lee of Ten Years After split with the band, what was the name of the band he actively toured with? Ten Years Following Ten Years Later The Next Ten Years Ten Years Forever Page 24 of 320 How old was Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart allegedly when he first started writing his own compositions? 10 Years Old 5 Years Old 15 Years Old 11 Years Old Page 25 of 320 How many "Ludwig Van Beethoven's" were there in the composer's family? Two Three Five One Page 26 of 320 How old was Johann Sebastian Bach when he lost both of his parents? 5 Years Old 8 Years Old 10 Years Old 4 Years Old Page 27 of 320 Which famous composer preferred to perform on his piano in the dark? Frédéric François Chopin Ludwig van Beethoven Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart Johann Sebastian Bach Page 28 of 320 What is the name of the one and only opera ever composed by Claude Debussy? Tosca La Traviata La bohème Pelléas et Mélisande Page 29 of 320 Which classical composer was stabbed in the chest by Johann Mattheson but manage to survive? George Frideric Handel Frédéric François Chopin Antonio Vivaldi Antonín Dvorák Page 30 of 320 Where was Johannes Brahms born? Berlin, Germany Munich, Germany Hamburg, Germany Cologne, Germany Page 31 of 320 Who created the series of violin concertos, The Four Seasons? Franz Joseph Haydn Franz Schubert Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart Antonio Vivaldi Page 32 of 320 Who wrote the national anthem for both Austria and Germany? Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky Joseph Haydn Johann Sebastian Bach Page 33 of 320 Due to his short stature and chubby physique, which composer earned the nickname "schwammerl" which means little mushroom? Antonio Vivaldi Franz Schubert Ludwig van Beethoven Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart Page 34 of 320 Who composed the song Fireworks for Rimsky-Korsakov's daughter? Claude Debussy Arnold Schoenberg Sergei Prokofiev Igor Stravinsky Page 35 of 320 What song from the Zac Brown Band was released twice, first in 2003 and then again in 2008? Chicken Fried Toes Knee Deep Colder Weather Page 36 of 320 Where did Brian Kelley and Tyler Hubbard from Florida Georgia Line meet each other? University of Southern California Belmont University Washington University Brigham Young University Page 37 of 320 What band were Gary LeVox and Joe Don Rooney both members of before joining Rascal Flatts? Lady A Sugarland Little Big Town Zac Brown Band Page 38 of 320 What country music star was almost a Baptist minister until he was asked to leave the church for performing at local bars? Charlie Daniels Ronnie Dunn Kix Brooks Don Cook Page 39 of 320 What was the original name the country music band Alabama performed under? Cowcountry Southcountry Oldcountry Wildcountry Page 40 of 320 Where did Little Big Town play their debut show? The Grand Ole Opry Bluebird Café Robert's Western World Station Inn Page 41 of 320 What is Johnny Cash's original birth name? Jason Cash Junior Cash J.R. Cash Jackson Cash Page 42 of 320 What did Willie Nelson write the song lyrics to "On the Road Again" on? A Shoebox Toilet Paper A Restaurant Menu An Airline Sick Bag Page 43 of 320 Which arena football team was Tim Mcgraw a minority owner of? The Arizona Rattlers The Tampa Bay Storm The Nashville Kats The Cleveland Gladiators Page 44 of 320 Which country music star was named People's sexiest man alive in 2017? Blake Shelton Sam Hunt Luke Bryan Kenny Chesney Page 45 of 320 What was the name of the Garth Brooks' rock alter ego? Alan Jackson Chris Gaines Randy Travis Vince Gill Page 46 of 320 Who holds the record for the most Billboard number one country singles as of 2022? George Strait Alan Jackson Garth Brooks Tim McGraw Page 47 of 320 Which Dancehall artist is currently serving life in prison for murder? Popcaan Mavado Vybz Kartel Tommy Lee Sparta Page 48 of 320 As of 2022, who is the only dancehall artist to win the MOBO Awards two years in a row? Popcaan Koffee Alkaline Masicka Page 49 of 320 What Jamaican national team was Sean Paul a member of before he quit to pursue a career in music? Rugby Volleyball Handball Water-polo Page 50 of 320 Who did Beenie Man's uncle Sydney Knowles play drums for? Peter Tosh Jimmy Cliff Desmond Dekker Gregory Isaacs Page 51 of 320 Which dancehall singer earned his nickname from his habit of tying a shirt around his head and twisting his chin hair like an Egyptian pharaoh? Jah Cure Beenie Man Gyptian I Wayne Page 52 of 320 Which dancehall artist was featured on Drake's 2010 song Find Your Love? Mavado Sean Paul Popcaan Beenie Man Page 53 of 320 What is dancehall Artist Bounty Killer's real name? Anthony Moses Davis Rodney Price Norville Rogers Mark Anthony Myrie Page 54 of 320 Who was the first dancehall musician to win two consecutive Grammy Awards? Shaggy Mazi Priest Buju Banton Shabba Ranks Page 55 of 320 Which dancehall artist's real name is Joseph Carey Merrick? Beenie Man Elephant Man Sean Paul Bounty Killer Page 56 of 320 Which dancehall artist started his own record label called Kalonji Records? Sizzla Mr. Vegas Bounty Killer Beenie Man Page 57 of 320 Which dancehall artist received his name from his classmates by the way he kicked a football? Beenie Man Sizzla Shaggy Mr. Vegas Page 58 of 320 Who is known as the first female dancehall DJ? Sasha Sister Nancy Spice Lady Ann Page 59 of 320 Which dancehall artist started out by forming a band called the Mighty Multitude prior to going solo? Shaggy Bounty Killer Buju Banton Barrington Levy Page 60 of 320 Which disco queen got her start as a backup singer for Three-Dog Night? Donna Summer Diana Ross Mimi Sommer Gloria Gaynor Page 61 of 320 What was the name of the jazz pop band Gloria Gaynor was the singer in prior to going solo? Soul Satisfiers Chic The Trammps Boney M. Page 62 of 320 What was Chic's lead singer Nile Rodgers childhood nickname? Bud Pud Spud Bub Page 63 of 320 What was the title of the Bee Gees' first album (known then as Barry Gibb and the Bee Gees)? Barry Gibbs and the Bee Gees' 1st Spicks and Specks The Bee Gees Sing and Play 14 Barry Gibb Songs Idea Page 64 of 320 What is the only grammy award Diana Ross received? Album of the Year Record of the Year Song of the Year Lifetime Achievement Award Page 65 of 320 Which disco group consisted of sisters Joni, Kim, and Kathy? Sister Sledge ABBA Tavares Shalamar Page 66 of 320 Which disco group is falsely believed to have been sued by the YMCA of the USA for trademark violation? ABBA The Bee Gees Boney M. The Village People Page 67 of 320 Which disco queen began as a model and shared an apartment with Jerry Hall, and Jessica Lange? Anita Ward Grace Jones Vicki Sue Robinson Thelma Houston Page 68 of 320 Which disco artist won the 20th annual grammy for Best Female R&B Vocal Performance? Thelma Houston Gloria Gaynor Marilyn McCoo Anita Ward Page 69 of 320 What was the name of the band Chaka Khan began her singing career in before going solo? Lipps Inc. The Trammps Rufus Chic Page 70 of 320 What band did the founding members of the The Trammps come from? The Volcanos The Hurricanes Perfect Storm The Tornados Page 71 of 320 How many actual sisters were originally in The Pointer Sisters? Three Five Four Six Page 72 of 320 Which Disco artist began her professional career in 1976 playing the Wicked Witch of the West in a six national tour of The Wiz? Evelyn "Champagne" King Cheryl Lynn Patrice Rushen Donna Summer Page 73 of 320 Who holds the world record for most Grammys won by a Electronic Dance Music artist as of 2022? Skrillex David Guetta Tiësto Calvin Harris Page 74 of 320 Where was David Guetta born? Bordeaux, France Lyon, France Nice, France Paris, France Page 75 of 320 Which EDM artist once incorporated vocals a fan submitted via a tweet into one of his songs? Masrhmello Deadmau5 Rezz Carl Cox Page 76 of 320 Which EDM artist holds the record for the most top 10 songs from one studio album on the UK Singles Chart, as of 2020? Calvin Harris Martin Garrix David Guetta Tiësto Page 77 of 320 Which song launched Avicii into the mainstream charts, reaching the top 10 all around the world? LE7ELS Waiting For Love The Nights Wake Me Up Page 78 of 320 Which DJ has been knighted by the Queen of Holland? Armin van Buuren Tiësto Calvin Harris David Guetta Page 79 of 320 Which artist claims he almost drowned in the Ganges River when he was 19 years old? Zedd Martin Garrix Skrillex Diplo Page 80 of 320 Which singer/ songwriter shocked the world when he removed his mask to fool the larger public into thinking he was Marshmello at the 2018 iHeartRadio Much Music Video Awards? Shawn Mendes Justin Bieber Harry Styles Ed Sheeran Page 81 of 320 Which DJ's father is the founder of the restaurant Benihana? Shogun Henry Fong Steve Aoki Zhu Page 82 of 320 Where was DJ Zedd born? Moscow, Russia Saint Petersburg, Russia Kazan, Russia Saratov, Russia Page 83 of 320 Who were the first electronic artists to headline at Madison Square Garden? Swedish House Mafia Afrojack Hardwell Otto Knows Page 84 of 320 Which band got their name from their founding member and drummer's astrological sign? The Isley Brothers Earth, Wind & Fire The Ohio Players Kool & the Gang Page 85 of 320 What was the first major American rock group to have a racially integrated male and female lineup? Sly and the Family Stone Funkadelic Parliament Earthshaker Page 86 of 320 What band name do some former members of Parliament perform under? Original P True Parliament Early P Primary Parliament Page 87 of 320 What was the name of Kool & The Gang when they originally formed in 1964 as a jazz band? The Jazz Masters The Soul of K The Jazziacs The Soul of Jazz Page 88 of 320 What was the band the Ohio Players original name? The Ohio Intangibles The Ohio Untouchables The Ohio Sacrosanct The Ohio Inviolable Page 89 of 320 Which funk band's original lineup consisted of the four brothers Roger, Larry, Lester and Terry? Funkadelic Zapp The Gap Band The Meters Page 90 of 320 Which group formed their own record company T-Neck Records, to then later on sign with Motown? The Isley Brothers The Impressions The Everly Brothers The O' Jays Page 91 of 320 Which group was integral to the development of the funk sound, and later, would partially metamorphose into the Neville Brothers? Sly and the Family Stone Galactic Parliament The Meters Page 92 of 320 Who did Lionel Richie perform with prior to launching a successful solo career? The Commodores The Temptations The Isley Brothers Kool & The Gang Page 93 of 320 What is the title of Average White Band's most selling song? Let's Go Round Again Pick Up The Pieces Queen Of My Soul Cut The Cake Page 94 of 320 Which band was named after the streets Greenwood, Archer, and Pine in the historic Greenwood neighborhood, in the members hometown of Tulsa, Oklahoma? The TOG Band The GAN Band The GAP Band The TON Band Page 95 of 320 What was Cameo's original band name? The Big Time Players The New York City Players The Big Apple Band The NYC Band Page 96 of 320 Which artist had the first gospel album debut that went platinum? Marvin Sapp CeCe Winans Kirk Franklin Tasha Cobbs Leonard Page 97 of 320 Which gospel artist founded the ministry mentorship program iLead Escape? Kierra Sheard Kenneth Leonard Tamela Mann Tasha Cobbs Page 98 of 320 Which gospel group is Fred Hammond an active member of? Commissioned Take 6 Swan Silvertones The Soul Stirrers Page 99 of 320 How many siblings does CeCe Winans have? Nine Five Six Eight Page 100 of 320 Which gospel artist is the founder of the Lighthouse Full Life Center Church? Fred Hammond Hezekiah Walker Marvin Sapp William McDowell Page 101 of 320 Which gospel artist's aunt sang background vocals for gospel musician Andraé Crouch? CeCe Winans Kirk Franklin William McDowell Donnie McClurkin Page 102 of 320 In what year was Shirley Caesar inducted into the Gospel Hall of Fame? 1982 1980 1981 1983 Page 103 of 320 Which gospel singer released her book Points of Power in 2010? Shirley Caesar Tamela Mann CeCe Winans Yolanda Adams Page 104 of 320 Which gospel artist started the record label Tillymann Music Group with her husband? Tamela Mann Karen Clark Sheard Yolanda Adams Tia Mann Page 105 of 320 Which gospel group was Kierra Sheard's mother a member of? The Jackson Southernaires God's Property The Walls Group The Clark Sisters Page 106 of 320 What was Mahalia Jackson's first great hit in 1945, selling one million copies in the US? Trouble of the World I Can Help Somebody Moving On Up a Little Higher How I Got Over Page 107 of 320 Which gospel singer was born December 24, 1962? Marvin Sapp Hezekiah Walker Donald Lawrence Donnie McClurkin Page 108 of 320 In what year did Dave Grohl join Nirvana as the drummer? 1990 1993 1991 1992 Page 109 of 320 What TV clown inspired Soundgarden's album title Superunknown? J.P. Patches Bozo Blinky Oleg Popov Page 110 of 320 What New Jersey Nets all All-Star was the original band name of Pearl Jam? Alvin Robertson Stacey King Mookie Blaylock Harvey Grant Page 111 of 320 What was the name of the band that two future members of Mudhoney met in? Urban Criterion Theirs Mr. Epp and the Calculations Antennas Ricochet Sprout Shrew Page 112 of 320 What inspired the Stone Temple Pilots band name? STP Motor Oil STP Manufacturing STP Electronics STP Clothing Page 113 of 320 Which grunge band's front man passed away two days before the release of their debut album? Temple of the Dog Green River Mudhoney Mother Love Bone Page 114 of 320 Which band was named after a supervisor at a Thriftway in Montesano? Rilo Kiley Jethro Tull The Melvins Lynyrd Skynyrd Page 115 of 320 What grunge band was named after serial killer Gary Leon Ridgway? Green River Skin Yard Tad Love Battery Page 116 of 320 Which grunge band got their name from a Mother Love Bone song? Audioslave Sound Garden Mad Season Temple of the Dog Page 117 of 320 What group did Billy Corgan sing backup vocals for in 2001 after the Smashing Pumpkins broke up? Depeche Mode New Order The Smiths The Cure Page 118 of 320 What does band name AC/DC stand for? Alternating Current/ Directive Current Active Current/ Directive Current Alternating Current/ Direct Current Active Current/ Direct Current Page 119 of 320 Who did Axl Rose of Guns N' Roses punch in the face during a video shoot for paying too much attention to his girlfriend at the time, Erin Everly? Iggy Pop Mick Jagger Sting David Bowie Page 120 of 320 When a descendant of the aviation pioneer Ferdinand von Zeppelin won a small legal battle against Led Zeppelin, what name did the band briefly change their name to? The Sticks The Cobs The Nobs The Dirt Page 121 of 320 After Deep Purple broke up in 1976, what year did they get back together? 1983 1984 1980 1979 Page 122 of 320 What sketch did Aerosmith appear in on SNL in 1990? Wayne's World More Cowbell Matt Foley Debbie Downer Page 123 of 320 What was Black Sabbath's original band name? The Track Botanical Then Polka Tulk Blues Band The Vernacular Fasteners The Abundantly Arsenic Page 124 of 320 What band was Lemmy playing in when he wrote the song which created the band name "Motörhead"? Sam Gopal The Rockin Vickers The Head Cat Hawkind Page 125 of 320 What other band name does the "Def Leppard" band name reference by the spelling of "Def"? Led Zeppelin Staind Puddle of Mudd Twiztid Page 126 of 320 Which member of Mötley Crüe was declared dead for two minutes and then resuscitated due to a drug overdose? Vince Neil Nikki Sixx Tommy Lee Mick Mars Page 127 of 320 What was the name of Alice Cooper's restaurant in downtown Phoenix that was open for 20 years? Cooper Eats Cooper'scity Cooper Burger Cooper’stown Page 128 of 320 What is the nickname of Iron Maiden's private plane? Air Force Ed The Iron Casket Ed Force One The Flying Maiden Page 129 of 320 Who is the only constant member of the Scorpions? Klaus Meine Rudolf Schenker Michael Schenker Mikkey Dee Page 130 of 320 What artist's song did Judas Priest name their band after? Bob Dylan Neil Young Tom Petty Eric Clapton Page 131 of 320 What was the name of the WCW wrestler endorsed by Kiss? "The Devil" "Satan" "The Demon" "The One" Page 132 of 320 What was the name of the band that Queen members Brian May and Roger Taylor were in prior? Goodby Celebration Investment Twelves Smile Page 133 of 320 What is the name of Iron Maiden's mascot? Eddie the Head Snaggletooth Vic Rattlehead Ghost Of War Page 134 of 320 Where did Black Sabbath get their band name from? A Music Venue of the Same Name A 1963 Song of the Same Name A 1963 Horror Film of the Same Name A Retired Band of the Same Name Page 135 of 320 What real-life band is the 2001 film Rock Star based on? Slayer Pantera Black Sabbath Judas Priest Page 136 of 320 What two members of Slayer stayed in the band since day one? Tom Araya and Dave Lombardo Kerry King and Dave Lombardo Dave Lombardo and Gary Holt Tom Araya and Kerry King Page 137 of 320 Who was the sole constant member of Motörhead? Lemmy Kilmister Phil Taylor Mikkey Dee Phil Campbell Page 138 of 320 Prior to Joining Anthrax in 1983, what band was lead guitarist Dan Spitz a member of? Kreator Overkill Death Angel Annihilator Page 139 of 320 Who was the first member of Slipknot to wear a mask, which created the rule that all members had to wear masks? Donnie Steele Joey Jordison Shawn Crahan Mick Thomson Page 140 of 320 What was Pantera's original band name? Gemini Naval Grip Scoundrel Page 141 of 320 Which member of Rammstein was a member in the European Junior Swimming Championships in Florence in 1978? Richard Zven Kruspe Christian Lorenz Till Lindemann Christoph Schneider Page 142 of 320 Which two members of Korn have become born again Christians? JD and Fieldy Munky and Fieldy Head and JD Fieldy and Head Page 143 of 320 Of what descent are all four members of System of a Down? Macedonian Serbian Armenian German Page 144 of 320 What song did Mastodon record in tribute to the show Game of Thrones? Blood and Thunder White Walker Pushing the Tides Steambreather Page 145 of 320 Who popularized the "metal horns" sign in heavy metal? Ronnie James Dio Tony Iommi Ozzy Osbourne Geezer Butler Page 146 of 320 What was the band Disturbed originally named? Herring Nimble Brashly Brawl Page 147 of 320 What is rapper Drake's real first name? Adam Arnie Aubrey Alan Page 148 of 320 Who was Kanye West engaged to prior to Kim Kardashian? Brooke Crittendon Alexis Phifer Amber Rose Selita Ebanks Page 149 of 320 Who was the first major hip-hop artist to headline Glastonbury Festival in 2008? Jay-Z Kanye West 50 Cent Eminem Page 150 of 320 What rap song was the first to ever win an Academy Award? Common - "Glory" Three-6 Mafia - "It’s Hard Out Here For A Pimp" Eminem - "Lose Yourself" 50 Cent - "Many Men" Page 151 of 320 What was Kendrick Lamar's original stage name? K-Nock K-Pop K-Rock K-Dot Page 152 of 320 How old was Lil Wayne when he accidentally shot himself in the 15 Years Old 12 Years Old 13 Years Old 14 Years Old Page 153 of 320 What state was Tupac Shakur born in? Florida California New York Texas Page 154 of 320 What was the name of the group Dr. Dre was in prior to N.W.A.? World Class Wreckin' Cru' World Wide Wreckin' Cru' World Rap Wreckin' Cru' World Rock Wreckin' Cru' Page 155 of 320 How long did the The Notorious B.I.G. know Faith Evans for before he married her? Eight Years Eight Weeks Eight Months Eight Days Page 156 of 320 Which California rapper is cousins with Brandy, Ray J, and Nate Dogg? Ice Cube Snoop Dogg Kurupt Ice-T Page 157 of 320 Before being Nasty Nas, Nas went by what rap moniker? Kid Curve Kid Kaos Kid Wave Kid Swerve Page 158 of 320 What is the title of the film the Wu-Tang Clan got their name from? Shaolin and Wu Tang Ninjas and Wu Tang Monks of Wu Tang Servant of Wu Tang Page 159 of 320 Which rapper's real name is O'Shea Jackson? Ice Tea Ice Cube Dr. Dre 50 Cent Page 160 of 320 Which rap icon originally signed 50 Cent to his label? Rev Run Eminem Dr. Dre Jam Master Jay Page 161 of 320 What names did OutKast originally want to use? 2 Shade Deep or The Mister X 2 Shade Deep or The Misfits The Mister X or The Misfits The Misers or 2 Shade Deep Page 162 of 320 What house artist's real name is Tim Bergling? David Guetta Anki Lidén Avicii Anton Körberg Page 163 of 320 When Daft Punk was originally a three member band, what name did they go by? Darlin Dear Lover Angel Page 164 of 320 Which DJ topped the Forbes' list of the world's highest-paid DJs in 2013, 2014 and 2015? Martin Garrix David Guetta Tiësto Calvin Harris Page 165 of 320 What vodka brand did Swedish House Mafia produce the music video "Greyhound" for? Grey Goose Absolut Ciroc Belvedere Page 166 of 320 Who was the resident DJ at Space Ibiza from 2001 until its closing in 2016? Pete Tong Richie Hawtin Carl Cox Fatboy Slim Page 167 of 320 Which DJ was appointed Officer of the Order of Orange Nassau, a civil and military honor that was founded by Dutch Queen regent Emma, for his services to music? Armin van Buuren Afrojack Hardwell Carl Cox Page 168 of 320 Who is the first DJ in Olympic history to play at an Olympic event? Skrillex Tiësto Steve Aoki Calvin Harris Page 169 of 320 In 2011, what artist did Sebastian Ingrosso of Swedish House Mafia invite to learn to DJ and produce tracks? Axwell John Martin Steve Angello Alesso Page 170 of 320 What DJ co-founded Gums Productions to publish his first album? Steve Aoki Calvin Harris David Guetta Skrillex Page 171 of 320 Which DJ won the inaugural GRAMMY award for Best Remixed Recording (Non-Classical) in 1998? Frankie Knuckles David Morales Jamie Principle Larry Levan Page 172 of 320 What is Fatboy Slim's real name? Christopher Comstock Tijs Michiel Verwest Sonny John Moore Norman Quentin Cook Page 173 of 320 What record label did Tchami create in 2015? Admission Confession Profession Exposure Page 174 of 320 How did Deadmau5 get his stage name? By Finding a Dead Mouse in His Computer By Finding a Dead Mouse in His Refrigerator By Finding a Dead Mouse in His Desk By Finding a Dead Mouse in His Bathroom Page 175 of 320 Which band purchased an old church in 2005 to use as a studio but had to sell it when the roof started to cave in? Radiohead Arcade Fire Kings of Leon The Strokes Page 176 of 320 Which Band's lead singer was jumped by 14 kids and had his jaw broken during the time of recording an album? Franz Ferdinand Arctic Monkeys The Killers Modest Mouse Page 177 of 320 Who was the frontman for the band The Smiths, that later went on to have a famous solo career? Neil Young Sting Morrissey Paul Simon Page 178 of 320 What kind of music did Vampire Weekend initially perform before becoming a rock band? Rhythm and Blues Rap Jazz Soul Page 179 of 320 What band's song did Death Cab for Cutie get their band name from? The Temperance Seven The Alberts Bonzo Dog Doo-Dah Band Three Bonzos and a Piano Page 180 of 320 What band's music video was Chloe Sevigny's first acting gig? Sonic Youth Pixies Nirvana The Smashing Pumpkins Page 181 of 320 Which Indie band helped Kanye West write and produce his album My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy? The Flaming Lips Francis and the Lights The National Bon Iver Page 182 of 320 What other UK band is a fierce rival of the Arctic Monkeys? Coldplay Radiohead Muse The Smile Page 183 of 320 What alias was Kim Deal credited as on the first two The Pixies albums? Mrs. John Murphy Mrs. Johann Murphy Mrs. John Muarty Mrs. Johann Muarty Page 184 of 320 Which Jazz musician has the highest selling jazz album of all time as of 2022? Herbie Hancock Miles Davis Louis Armstrong Al Di Meola Page 185 of 320 Which Louis Armstrong song was not a hit during his lifetime, but rose to prominence in 1987 when it was included in the soundtrack for “Good Morning, Vietnam”? "Summertime" "Hello, Dolly!" "Cheek To Cheek" “What a Wonderful World” Page 186 of 320 Which famous jazz musician was the tenor saxophone player on the best selling jazz album of all time, Kind of Blue? Miles Davis John Coltrane Charlie Parker Sonny Rollins Page 187 of 320 What was Duke Ellington's real first name? Edward Edwin Anthony Amos Page 188 of 320 Which jazz musician was known to play with his elbows and forearms at times, and would even start dancing around his piano during recordings and shows? Dizzy Gillespie John Coltrane Thelonious Monk Herbie Hancock Page 189 of 320 Which jazz trumpeter's trademark was his excessively puffed out cheeks while playing? Thelonious Monk Duke Ellington Louis Armstrong Dizzie Gillespie Page 190 of 320 In what famous comedic duo's movie did Ella Fitzgerald make her film debut? Abbot and Costello Laurel and Hardy Martin and Lewis Wilder and Pryor Page 191 of 320 Which jazz saxophone player's nickname was "Yardbird"? John Coltrane Lester Young Charlie Parker Sonny Rollins Page 192 of 320 U2's song Angel of Harlem was a tribute to which jazz singer? Aretha Franklin Billie Holiday Jimmy Monroe Nina Simone Page 193 of 320 Which jazz musician won the Lifetime Achievement award at the 40th Annual Grammy Awards? Charles Mingus Billie Holiday Charlie Parker Thelonious Monk Page 194 of 320 Which jazz musician does Chris Farley incorrectly reference when asked to provide his signature in the movie Tommy Boy? Hermie Hancock Harvey Hancock Herbie Hancock Harley Hancock Page 195 of 320 Who was the first African American male to receive a Grammy Award? Duke Ellington Count Basie Louis Armstrong Miles Davis Page 196 of 320 Which famous jazz musician played piano on the best selling jazz album of all time, Kind of Blue? Oscar Peterson Count Basie Herbie Hancock Bill Evans Page 197 of 320 Who was the first African American to host a network television series? Louis Armstrong Ella Fitzgerald Nat King Cole Billie Holiday Page 198 of 320 Which pop star was was 2011 Billboard’s Woman of the Year? Taylor Swift Katy Perry Selena Gomez Miley Cyrus Page 199 of 320 Which pop stars real name is Stefani Joanne Angelina Germanotta? Rihanna Lady Gaga Madonna Jennifer Lopez Page 200 of 320 Which famous R&B singer gave Justin Bieber his record deal? Usher Chris Brown Akon Trey Songz Page 201 of 320 Which pop star was the best selling artist in 2009, which was also the year of his death? Frank Sinatra Prince Michael Jackson Marvin Gaye Page 202 of 320 Which pop star's real name is Katheryn Elizabeth Hudson? Miley Cyrus Taylor Swift Lady Gaga Katy Perry Page 203 of 320 Which pop star got her start as a backup dancer and singer for French disco artist Patrick Hernandez in 1979? Jennifer Lopez Paula Abdul Madonna Mariah Carey Page 204 of 320 Which pop stars moniker was inspired by Princess Oriana from Felix the Cat? Ariana Grande Katy Perry Selena Gomez Miley Cyrus Page 205 of 320 Which pop star's real name is Peter Gene Bayot Hernandez? Justin Bieber Ed Sheeran Bruno Mars Usher Page 206 of 320 Which famous pop star's life was completely controlled by her father through a conservatorship for over 13 years? Britney Spears Christina Aguilera Mandy Moore Jessica Simpson Page 207 of 320 Which pop star became the youngest ambassador to UNICEF in 2009 at age 17? Ariana Grande Christina Aguilera Selena Gomez Rihanna Page 208 of 320 Which iconic pop star is second cousins with Dionne Warwick and her godmother is Aretha Franklin? Diana Ross Tina Turner Janet Jackson Whitney Houston Page 209 of 320 Which pop star was only twelve years old when he released his debut album in 1962? Ray Charles Stevie Wonder Michael Jackson Elvis Presley Page 210 of 320 Who is the only remaining member of King Crimson as of 2022? Peter Sinfield Ian McDonald Robert Fripp Michael Giles Page 211 of 320 The name Pink Floyd came from which two of Syd Barrett’s favourite Carolina bluesmen? Pink Anderson and Floyd Council Pink Andrews and Floyd Craig Pink Andrews and Floyd Council Pink Anderson and Floyd Craig Page 212 of 320 Which progressive rock band won the Grammy Award for Best Rock Instrumental Performance in 1985? Genesis Yes Jethro Tull Mars Volta Page 213 of 320 Who was the first lead singer of Genesis? Tony Banks Mike Rutherford Phil Collins Peter Gabriel Page 214 of 320 Which progressive rock band was named after an 18th century English agriculturist, that invented a seed drill which planted seeds in rows? King Crimson Jethro Tull Led Zeppelin Yes Page 215 of 320 Which band was named by the Canadian government as the "Official Ambassadors Of Music" in 1979? Rush Loverboy The Guess Who Arcade Fire Page 216 of 320 Which band was formed by two previous members of At the Drive-in, following their break up? AFI My Chemical Romance 30 Seconds to Mars The Mars Volta Page 217 of 320 What was the name of the local band that Queensrÿche's originally formed from? The Gang The Crew The Mob The Posse Page 218 of 320 Which progressive rock band was the first band to have four platinum albums in a row? Styx Kansas Foreigner REO Speedwagon Page 219 of 320 What band was Roy Wood of Electric Light Orchestra in previously? Wizzard The Move The Idle Race Traveling Wilburys Page 220 of 320 What was the title of Tool's first demo EP? 72226 78826 72866 72826 Page 221 of 320 Before The Mothers of Invention were a rock band, what kind of band were they? R&B Blues Soul Jazz Page 222 of 320 Which band name came from the fake name Paul McCartney would use to check into hotels? The Clash Misfits The Ramones Talking Heads Page 223 of 320 What was Black Flag's original band name? Anxiety Panic Trepidation Dread Page 224 of 320 What was Black Flag's original band name? Anxiety Panic Trepidation Dread Page 225 of 320 Which band member of Green Day is the only member that has retained his real surname? Raj Punjabi Tré Cool Mike Dirnt Billie Joe Amrstrong Page 226 of 320 Which English rock band's cover art was a rip off of an Elvis album cover? Ramones The Clash The Jam The Who Page 227 of 320 Which punk band was the first to ever have been brought to trial over the content of an album? Black Flag Sex Pistols Dead Kennedys The Stooges Page 228 of 320 What band did Brooks Wackerman from Bad Religion join in 2015? Avenged Sevenfold Slipknot Bullet for My Valentine Disturbed Page 229 of 320 Who is the lead singer of The Stooges? David Bowie Iggy Pop Lou Reed Ron Asheton Page 230 of 320 Who was the first lead singer of the Misfits? Michale Graves Doyle Wolfgang von Frankenstein Myke Hideous Glenn Danzig Page 231 of 320 When singer Howard Devoto went left the Buzzcocks in 1977, what band did he go on to form? Public Image Ltd Magazine The Armoury Show Ultravox Page 232 of 320 What was Blink-182's original band name until an Irish band with the same name threaten to sue them? Blinky 182 Blink Blinky 182 Page 233 of 320 What is the only album by NOFX to receive a gold certification by the RIAA? Punk in Drublic Heavy Petting Zoo So Long and Thanks for All the Shoes White Trash, Two Heebs and a Bean Page 234 of 320 What band did Rancid drummer Branden Steineckert previously play drums for until he left band in 2006? My Chemical Romance The Used Taking Back Sunday Yellowcard Page 235 of 320 What was Bad Brains' original band name? Intellectual Ability Brain Potential Mind Power Wit Force Page 236 of 320 Who is the most nominated woman in Grammy history? Katy Perry Rihanna Jennifer Lopez Beyoncé Page 237 of 320 What was the name of the singing quintet Usher joined when he was 11 years old? New Begginings NuBegginings Begginings Nu Page 238 of 320 Where was Chris Brown discovered? His Parent's Home His Cousin's Backyard His Father's Gas Station His Mother's Cafe Page 239 of 320 Which R&B singer holds the record for the longest rendition of the United States National Anthem at the Super Bowl, as of 2022? Alicia Keys Amy Winehouse Whitney Houston Mary J. Blige Page 240 of 320 What R&B singer was signed to Uptown records in 1989, and at the time, she was the youngest and first female artist on the label? Amy Winehouse Whitney Houston Alicia Keys Mary J. Blige Page 241 of 320 Which R&B singer purchased Marilyn Monroe's baby grand piano at an auction for $600,000? Jennifer Lopez Mariah Carey Toni Braxton Beyoncé Page 242 of 320 What was the name of the singing group Toni Braxton was in before launching her solo career? The Braxtons Toni The Tonis Braxton Page 243 of 320 What sitcom was Janet Jackson's first starring role? Sanford And Son All in the Family The Jeffersons Good Times Page 244 of 320 What moniker did Erykah Badu go by when she had ambitions of being a rapper? MC Badu MC Apples MC Erykah MC Peaches Page 245 of 320 What is the name of the hip hop collective Frank Ocean joined in 2010? Mellow Hype Odd Wolf Odd Future Mellow Wolf Page 246 of 320 Which R&B singer was so academically gifted that he began high school at twelve years old? John Legend Blake Shelton Brian McKnight Usher Page 247 of 320 What film was Aaliyah's first movie role? Queen of the Damned Romeo Must Die Exit Wounds The One Page 248 of 320 What was the original name of the group Boyz II Men? Distinct Desires Special Allure Single Seductions Unique Attractions Page 249 of 320 Which iconic R&B singer's real name is Kenneth Brian Edmonds? Teddy Riley Usher Babyface Stevie Wonder Page 250 of 320 In what year did the United Nations award Bob Marley The Peace Medal? 1978 1976 1979 1977 Page 251 of 320 In regards to Peter Tosh's official birth name, what famous Prime Minister was he named after? Tony Blair Winston Churchill David Lloyd George Clement Attlee Page 252 of 320 Which reggae artist's stage name comes from a category of Kenyan state commendations? Bunny Wailer Lucky Dube Coxsone Dodd Burning Spear Page 253 of 320 Who is the youngest son of reggae legend Bob Marley? Julian Marley Stephen Marley Damian Marley Ziggy Marley Page 254 of 320 What group was Bunny Wailer an original member of? The Wailers The Bunnys The Jammins The Jammers Page 255 of 320 Which reggae artist was the lead actor in the iconic Jamaican film, The Harder They Come? Gregory Isaacs Jimmy Cliff Peter Tosh Desmond Dekker Page 256 of 320 Which reggae artist's nickname was the Cool Ruler? Gregory Isaacs Bunny Wailer Dennis Brown Bob Marley Page 257 of 320 What is reggae artist Ziggy Marley's real name? Danny Joseph Marley Nester Joseph Marley Adam Nesta Marley David Nesta Marley Page 258 of 320 What is the title of the song by the reggae group Toots and the Maytals, which is an account of lead singer Toots Hibbert's time in prison due to a marijuana charge? Time Tough 25 54-46 That’s My Number Pressure Drop 76 18-32 That Was My Number Page 259 of 320 Which reggae band's name was selected in reference to a form issued to people claiming unemployment benefits from the UK government's Department of Employment? UB40 Pato Banton Alpha Blondy Maxi Priest Page 260 of 320 Which reggae artist served as a Marine in the Gulf War, reaching the rank of Lance Corporal, but was demoted for returning late to base after a weekend trip to his music studio? Sean Paul Akon Shaggy Robb Banks Page 261 of 320 Which reggaeton artist's stage name is derived from Puerto Rican slang, meaning someone tall, or a big shot in his field? J Balvin Daddy Yankee Farruko Don Omar Page 262 of 320 Which reggaeton artist was discovered at 11 years old in a supermarket by a lady who signed him to a record label and recorded his first album? Nicky Jam Maluma Ozuna Bad Bunny Page 263 of 320 Which reggaeton artist claims to have echoics, which means when people hear a specific sound that acts as a stimulus, they can automatically remember what song is playing, how it goes, and the lyrics? Nicky Jam Daddy Yankee J Balvin Maluma Page 264 of 320 Which reggaeton artist was married to Jackie Guerrido, the Puerto Rican Univision television weather forecaster and journalist, from 2008 to 2011? Daddy Yankee Ozuna Bad Bunny Don Omar Page 265 of 320 Which reggaeton artist's stage name is a combination of the first two letters from his mom, dad, and sister's names? Don Omar J Balvin Maluma Ozuna Page 266 of 320 Which reggaeton artist has four Guinness World Records as of 2022, for most Billboard Latin Music Award wins for a single artist in a single year, most Billboard Latin Music Award nominations for a single artist in a single year, male solo artist with the most weeks at number one on Billboard's Top Latin Albums Chart, and artist with the most videos to reach one billion views on YouTube? Ozuna Nicky Jam Daddy Yankee Farruko Page 267 of 320 Which reggaeton artist named himself after an event, where in his childhood, he was forced to wear an animal costume to school, and was photographed looking very upset and angry? Maluma Ozuna Bad Bunny J Balvin Page 268 of 320 Which reggaeton artist sings alongside Juan Luis Morera Luna as a duo? Daddy Yankee Yandel Nicky Jam Maluma Page 269 of 320 Which reggaeton artist's father was the director of a vaccination clinic run by the Puerto Rican department of health? Don Omar Vico C Ñengo Flow Tego Calderon Page 270 of 320 Which reggaeton artist was awarded the Songwriter of the Year award at the 2011 ASCAP? Tito El Bambino Arcángel Tego Calderon Yandel Page 271 of 320 What band name did Buddy Holly and The Crickets inspire? WASP The Beatles The Monkees The Byrds Page 272 of 320 Which member of Led Zeppelin paid the recording budget for their first album? Robert Plant John Bonham Jimmy Paige John Paul Jones Page 273 of 320 Which Band's logo is inspired by Kali, the Hindu goddess of everlasting energy? The Beatles The Rolling Stones Led Zeppelin AC/DC Page 274 of 320 Which band is named after a label on a sewing machine? Led Zeppelin The Rolling Stones The Beatles AC/DC Page 275 of 320 Which band's lead singer started a riot at a St. Louis show, when he became angry after he spotted an unauthorized photographer in the front row, dove head first into the crowd to take the camera, and then stormed off stage? Jon Bon Jovi (Bon Jovi) Nirvana (Kurt Cobain) Guns N' Roses (Axl Rose) Mötley Crüe (Vince Neil) Page 276 of 320 Which Pink Floyd classic song was based on a real life person Roger Waters knew who would steal women’s clothes and underwear from washing lines? Arnold Layne Hey You High Hopes Pigs Page 277 of 320 Which member of Fleetwood Mac abruptly left the band in 1971 to join the Children of God cult? Lindsey Buckingham Jeremy Spencer Mick Fleetwood Peter Green Page 278 of 320 Which band formed in 1970 after some members from two bands named Jam Band and Chain reaction, heard each other at a show and decided to merge into a new group? Guns N' Roses AC/DC Aerosmith The Rolling Stones Page 279 of 320 Which of the original member of rock band Queen is a PhD-level astrophysicist? Brian May Freddie Mercury John Deacon Roger Taylor Page 280 of 320 Before Jimi Hendrix was James Marshall Hendrix, what his original birth name? James Arthur Hendrix John Arthur Hendrix John Allen Hendrix James Allen Hendrix Page 281 of 320 Which rock band was the first band to advertise a new album using a billboard? Pink Floyd The Doors The Beatles Led Zeppelin Page 282 of 320 Before settling on the band name "The Who", what two other names did the band perform under? Rosary Messengers Around Clockwork Lotus Patriot Raptures The Detours & The High Numbers Page 283 of 320 Which members of the rock band The Eagles played backup for Linda Ronstadt before leaving to start their own group? Joe Walsh and Don Henley Glenn Fry and Don Henley Deacon Frey and Glenn Frey Deacon Fry and Don Henley Page 284 of 320 What was the name of the first vocal group Marvin Gaye was a part of? Monsoon The Franchise The Marquees Petty Education Page 285 of 320 Who is the youngest artist ever to have reached number 1 on the billboard 100? Stevie Wonder Ray Charles Britney Spears Madonna Page 286 of 320 Who was the first female performer inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame? Whitney Houston Aretha Franklin Jennifer Hudson Tina Turner Page 287 of 320 Which soul and funk icon has said, that as a child, he danced for pennies for soldiers at Fort Gordon? James Brown Ray Charles Michael Jackson Marvin Gaye Page 288 of 320 Who was originally hired to be Johnny Jenkins' driver from Johnny Jenkins and the Pinetoppers because Johnny didn’t have a drivers license, and would go on to become one of the greatest soul singers in history? Sam Cooke Wilson Pickett Otis Redding Al Green Page 289 of 320 What was the name of the band Amy Winehouse started when she was 10 years old? Stars Ten Blossom Sweet n' Sour Page 290 of 320 Which soul singer wrote and demoed his entire 1995 debut album, by himself, in his bedroom? Raphael Saadiq D' Angelo Maxwell John Legend Page 291 of 320 Which soul artist started out as a spoken word artist, but then went on to co-write the The Roots and Erykah Badu song; You Got Me, which launched her singing career? Jill Scott Erykah Badu Lauryn Hill Selah Marley Page 292 of 320 Which soul singer dropped his last name to avoid confusion with the boxer, Sugar Ray Robinson? Stevie Wonder Ray Charles James Brown B.B. King Page 293 of 320 Which soul singer began his career with his siblings at the age of 14, as the lead singer of their Gospel group, the Highway QC's? James Brown Otis Redding Marvin Gaye Sam Cooke Page 294 of 320 What is Smokey Robinson's real birth name? Walter Robertson Jr. Walter Robinson Jr. Wiliam Robertson Jr. Wiliam Robinson Jr. Page 295 of 320 What was the name of the group Curtis Mayfield was originally part of prior to launching his successful solo career? Loudspeaker The Impressions The Commanders Scoundrel Page 296 of 320 Which soul singer started out with his brothers as a Gospel quartet in the mid-1950s, but was kicked out when his father caught him listening to Jackie Wilson? Al Green Bobby Womack Otis Redding Willie Mitchell Page 297 of 320 Which composer was also known as "dumpy" to some of his friends, due to his ravenous eating habits? Miles Davis Louis Armstrong Duke Ellington Count Bassie Page 298 of 320 Which pianist received his nickname from the announcer of a radio broadcast, who wanted give his name some "pizzazz"? Thelonious Monk Duke Ellington Miles Davis Count Basie Page 299 of 320 Which horn player received his first horn from a jewish immigrant family that helped him purchase it by loaning him the money? Dizzy Gillespie Louis Armstrong Miles Davis Count Bassie Page 300 of 320 Which jazz artist from the swing era died when his plane went missing over the English Channel in 1944? Glenn Miller Frank Sinatra Nat King Cole Louie Armstrong Page 301 of 320 Who did Marilyn Monroe help get booked at the popular nightclub the Mocambo in the 50s, by promising to be show up nightly to the club if the artist was booked? Nina Simone Billie Holiday Ella Fitzgerald Sarah Julia Fagan Page 302 of 320 Which big band musician wrote the book The Trouble With Cinderella in 1952? Duke Ellington Artie Shaw Frank Sinatra Louis Armstrong Page 303 of 320 Which musician joined the American Federation of Musicians when he was only 14 years old, having to quit his other studies to focus solely on his music? Count Basie Glenn Miller Artie Shaw Benny Goodman Page 304 of 320 Which musician's nickname, given to him as a gypsy child, meant "I wake up"? "Prince of Darkness" Miles Davis "Duke" Ellington "Django" Reinhardt "The Reverend" Al Green Page 305 of 320 Before going by Fletcher Henderson, what was Fletcher's original name? James Fletcher Henderson John Fletcher Henderson Jerry Fletcher Henderson Joseph Fletcher Henderson Page 306 of 320 What musician's first job was playing with singer Mamie Smith's Jazz Hounds in 1921? Lester Young Coleman Hawkins Benny Carter Ben Webster Page 307 of 320 Which famous singer's father was jazz musician Clarence Holiday? Nina Simone Sarah Vaughan Sara Julia Fagan Billie Holiday Page 308 of 320 What was the name of the band Nat King Cole formed in 1937 with Oscar Moore and Wesley Prince? The King Cole Trio The Cole Brothers The Brothers Trio The King's Men Page 309 of 320 Which techno group records all of their tracks in a home studio called "The Dirtchamber"? The Chemical Brothers Fatboy Slim The Prodigy Sleaford Mods Page 310 of 320 Which musical duo spent $4 million to create an animated film with Japanese Designer Matsumoto, titled Interstella 5555: The 5tory of the 5ecret 5tar 5ystem? Radiohead Daft Punk Gorillaz The Neptunes Page 311 of 320 Which artist's stage name was taken from a brand of audio signal processing equipment and an ode to the memory of his passed brother? Daft Punk Deadmau5 Marshmello Aphex Twin Page 312 of 320 What was the original name of the The Chemical Brothers, a name inspired as an ode to American hip-hop producers with the same stage name? The Dust Brothers The Dirt Brothers The Dark Brothers The Dank Brothers Page 313 of 320 What artist formed the Plus 8 record label with with John Acquaviva in 1990? Carl Cox Sven Väth Richie Hawtin Marco Carola Page 314 of 320 Which American electronic music duo, consists of Ali "Dubfire" Shirazinia and Sharam Tayebi? Everything but the Girl Deep Dish Dire Straits Maffa Page 315 of 320 Who played at the 1st night of Danny Rampling's Shoom night after his return from Ibiza in the summer of 1987? Solomun Pete Tong Richie Hawtin Carl Cox Page 316 of 320 Which famous DJ's real name is Tijs Michiel Verwest? David Guetta Tiësto Carl Cox Armin van Buuren Page 317 of 320 Which singer and record producer goes by Cajmere, Geo Vogt, Half Pint, Curan Stone, and Gino Vittori? Zedd Alesso Green Velvet Afrojack Page 318 of 320 Which famous DJ created a prototype phone messaging service using an old modem at the age of 15? Richie Hawtin Marco Carola Loco Dice Dubfire Page 319 of 320 Which American DJ, producer, and composer was known as The Wizard in the 80s due to his technical abilities? Tiësto Richie Hawtin Adam Beyer Jeff Mills Page 320 of 320 Which composer suffered from such extreme Agoraphobia that he missed his debut performance of his New World Symphony? Leoš Janáček Johannes Brahms Giacomo Puccini Antonín Dvorák Read 320 Music Trivia Questions & Answers The following 320 music trivia questions covers every major genre of music in existence. Some genres below include classical, rap, blues, alternative, reggaeton, indie and metal, but there are many more. Please continue on to see all of the included genres and test yourself using these music trivia questions and answers! Alternative Rock Music Trivia Back to table of contents... Alternative Rock Music is a category of rock music that came from the independent 1970s music underground, becoming increasingly popular in the 90s. The term "Alternative" alludes to the genre's distinction from mainstream commercial rock music. If you enjoy Alternative Rock, you will love these Alternative Rock Music trivia questions. Alternative Rock Music Trivia Questions & Answers 1. What job did Nirvana bassist Krist Novoselic say Kurt Cobain had when they met? Janitor 2. What was the name of the fake band that Pearl Jam members Eddie Vedder, Jeff Ament and Stone Gossard played in Cameron Crowe’s 1991 film Singles? Citizen Dick 3. Who was the last band to perform on SNL in the 20th century? R.E.M. 4. Which funk icon produced the Red Hot Chili Pepper's second album? George Clinton 5. What instrument was Billy Corgan initially playing for The Smashing Pumpkins? Bass 6. What is Soundgarden's highest selling album, certified five times platinum? Superunknown 7. What was Green Day's original band name? Sweet Children 8. What actor's vanity band was Weezer's first gig, as the opening act? Keanu Reeves - Dogstar 9. Which band's name means an unidentified flying object of a kind reported by US pilots during World War II, usually described as a bright light or ball of fire? Foo Fighters 10. What is Black Francis of the Pixies' real name? Charles Michael Kittridge Thompson IV 11. How old was Robert Smith of the The Cure when he met his wife? 14 12. What was Sonic Youth's song Drunken Butterfly originally titled? Barracuda Blues Music Trivia Back to table of contents... Blues Music is a musical form and genre that comes from the Deep Southern United States. This genre of music dates back to the 1860s, being sung and created by African-Americans with roots in African-American work spiritual songs, field hollers, shouts, chants, and simple narrative ballads. If Blues Music is your thing, you will enjoy these Blues Music Trivia Questions. Blues Music Trivia Questions & Answers 13. In what year were The Allman Brothers Band inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame? 1995 14. Who originally conceived the cover art work for the The Rolling Stones' album Sticky Fingers? Andy Warhol 15. What band name did Led Zeppelin first perform under? The New Yardbirds 16. Which band is the longest-running American rock band with no member changes? ZZ Top 17. Which three of the greatest guitarists of all time were members of The Yardbirds at one point? Eric Clapton, Jeff Beck, and Jimmy Page 18. What are the metal balls hanging between Fleetwood's legs on the Fleetwood Mac Rumours album cover? Toilet Chains 19. Which Comedy Central show did the The Black Keys cameo in where they bragged about their "bodacious ponytails"? Workaholics 20. Whose blues musician's song did Canned Heat take their name from? Tommy Johnson 21. What was the name of The Blues Band first album? The Official Blues Band Bootleg Album 22. Who was the band Lynyrd Skynyrd named after? A High School Gym Teacher 23. When Alvin Lee of Ten Years After split with the band, what was the name of the band he actively toured with? Ten Years Later Classical Music Trivia Back to table of contents... Classical Music usually refers to the 9th-century formal musical tradition of the Western world. Classical Music is often characterized by the complexity of its musical form and harmonies, particularly with the use of polyphony. This genre of music has even spawned a sophisticated notational system, since it has been primarily, a written tradition. If you enjoy Classical Music, you will truly appreciate these Classical Music trivia questions. Classical Music Trivia Questions & Answers 24. How old was Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart allegedly when he first started writing his own compositions? 5 Years Old 25. How many "Ludwig Van Beethoven's" were there in the composer's family? Three 26. How old was Johann Sebastian Bach when he lost both of his parents? 10 Years Old 27. Which famous composer preferred to perform on his piano in the dark? Frédéric François Chopin 28. What is the name of the one and only opera ever composed by Claude Debussy? Pelléas et Mélisande 29. Which classical composer was stabbed in the chest by Johann Mattheson but manage to survive? George Frideric Handel 30. Where was Johannes Brahms born? Hamburg, Germany 31. Who created the series of violin concertos, The Four Seasons? Antonio Vivaldi 32. Who wrote the national anthem for both Austria and Germany? Joseph Haydn 33. Due to his short stature and chubby physique, which composer earned the nickname "schwammerl" which means little mushroom? Franz Schubert 34. Who composed the song Fireworks for Rimsky-Korsakov's daughter? Igor Stravinsky 35. Which composer suffered from such extreme Agoraphobia that he missed his debut performance of his New World Symphony? Antonín Dvorák Country Music Trivia Back to table of contents... Country Music is a popular genre of music that originated from a combination of blues, Southern gospel spirituals, and American folk music. The Southern and Southwestern United States popularized Country Music roots, dating back to the early 1920s. Country Music generally uses simpler forms of music and lyrics to produce ballads and dance tunes, with blues models incorporated into its character. If you're a lover of Country Music, you will have a blast with these Country Music trivia questions. Country Music Trivia Questions & Answers 36. What song from the Zac Brown Band was released twice, first in 2003 and then again in 2008? "Chicken Fried" 37. Where did Brian Kelley and Tyler Hubbard from Florida Georgia Line meet each other? At Belmont University 38. What band were Gary LeVox and Joe Don Rooney both members of before joining Rascal Flatts? Little Big Town 39. What country music star was almost a Baptist minister until he was asked to leave the church for performing at local bars? Ronnie Dunn of Brooks & Dunn 40. What was the original name the country music band Alabama performed under? Wildcountry 41. Where did Little Big Town play their debut show? The Grand Ole Opry 42. What is Johnny Cash's original birth name? J.R. Cash 43. What did Willie Nelson write the song lyrics to "On the Road Again" on? An Airline Sick Bag 44. Which arena football team was Tim Mcgraw a minority owner of? The Nashville Kats 45. Which country music star was named People's sexiest man alive in 2017? Blake Shelton 46. What was the name of the Garth Brooks' rock alter ego? Chris Gaines 47. Who holds the record for the most Billboard number one country singles as of 2022? George Strait Dancehall Music Trivia Back to table of contents... Dancehall Music is a genre of Jamaican pop music from the 1970s. It found worldwide mainstream success in the 2000s. Initially, Dancehall Music was a sparser version of reggae with a roots focused style. Eventually, it would become characterized by faster rhythms, digital sounds, and the predominant use of Patois in the lyrics. If you're a fan of Jamaican pop music, you will love these Dancehall Music trivia questions. Dancehall Music Trivia Questions & Answers 48. Which Dancehall artist is currently serving life in prison for murder? Vybz Kartel 49. As of 2022, who is the only dancehall artist to win the MOBO Awards two years in a row? Popcaan 50. What Jamaican national team was Sean Paul a member of before he quit to pursue a career in music? Water-polo 51. Who did Beenie Man's uncle Sydney Knowles play drums for? Jimmy Cliff 52. Which dancehall singer earned his nickname from his habit of tying a shirt around his head and twisting his chin hair like an Egyptian pharaoh? Gyptian 53. Which dancehall artist was featured on Drake's 2010 song Find Your Love? Mavado 54. What is dancehall Artist Bounty Killer's real name? Rodney Price 55. Who was the first dancehall musician to win two consecutive Grammy Awards? Shabba Ranks 56. Which dancehall artist's real name is Joseph Carey Merrick? Elephant Man 57. Which dancehall artist started his own record label called Kalonji Records? Sizzla 58. Which dancehall artist received his name from his classmates by the way he kicked a football? Mr. Vegas 59. Who is known as the first female dancehall DJ? Sister Nancy 60. Which dancehall artist started out by forming a band called the Mighty Multitude prior to going solo? Barrington Levy Disco Music Trivia Back to table of contents... Disco Music wasn't just a musical genre of dance music, it spawned a subculture that emerged in the 1970s United States' New York and Philadelphia urban nightlife scene. Its musical form is tied to syncopated bass-lines, four-on-the-floor beats, horns, strings, electric rhythm guitars, and synthesizers. Disco has sometimes been described as a counterculture reaction to the 1960s stigmatization of dance music. If you love Disco, you will definitely enjoy these Disco Music trivia questions. Disco Music Trivia Questions & Answers 61. Which disco queen got her start as a backup singer for Three-Dog Night? Donna Summer 62. What was the name of the jazz pop band Gloria Gaynor was the singer in prior to going solo? Soul Satisfiers 63. What was Chic's lead singer Nile Rodgers childhood nickname? Pud 64. What was the title of the Bee Gees' first album (known then as Barry Gibb and the Bee Gees)? The Bee Gees Sing and Play 14 Barry Gibb Songs 65. What is the only grammy award Diana Ross received? The Lifetime Achievement Award 66. Which disco group consisted of sisters Joni, Kim, and Kathy? Sister Sledge 67. Which disco group is falsely believed to have been sued by the YMCA of the USA for trademark violation? The Village People 68. Which disco queen began as a model and shared an apartment with Jerry Hall, and Jessica Lange? Grace Jones 69. Which disco artist won the 20th annual grammy for Best Female R&B Vocal Performance? Thelma Houston 70. What was the name of the band Chaka Khan began her singing career in before going solo? Rufus 71. What band did the founding members of the The Trammps come from? The Volcanos 72. How many actual sisters were originally in The Pointer Sisters? Four 73. Which Disco artist began her professional career in 1976 playing the Wicked Witch of the West in a six national tour of The Wiz? Cheryl Lynn Electronic Dance Music Trivia Back to table of contents... Electronic Dance Music (also known as EDM) is a broad range of percussion focused electronic music produced mostly for nightclubs, raves, and festivals. The genre is generally produced for DJs who create seamless selections of tracks, segueing from one recording to another in a "DJ Mix". EDM Achieved mainstream success in the late 1980s and early 1990s. If you're fan of Electronic Dance Music, you will have a lot of fun using these these EDM trivia questions. Electronic Dance Music Trivia Questions & Answers 74. Who holds the world record for most Grammys won by a Electronic Dance Music artist as of 2022? Skrillex 75. Where was David Guetta born? Paris, France 76. Which EDM artist once incorporated vocals a fan submitted via a tweet into one of his songs? Deadmau5 77. Which EDM artist holds the record for the most top 10 songs from one studio album on the UK Singles Chart, as of 2020? Calvin Harris 78. Which song launched Avicii into the mainstream charts, reaching the top 10 all around the world? LE7ELS 79. Which DJ has been knighted by the Queen of Holland? Tiësto 80. Which artist claims he almost drowned in the Ganges River when he was 19 years old? Diplo 81. Which singer/ songwriter shocked the world when he removed his mask to fool the larger public into thinking he was Marshmello at the 2018 iHeartRadio Much Music Video Awards? Shawn Mendes 82. Which DJ's father is the founder of the restaurant Benihana? Steve Aoki 83. Where was DJ Zedd born? Saratov, Russia 84. Who were the first electronic artists to headline at Madison Square Garden? Swedish House Mafia Funk Music Trivia Back to table of contents... Funk Music originated in 1960s African American communities, when musicians created a danceable, rhythmic, new form of music. Funk Music incorporates a mix of jazz, R&B, and soul. The music emphasizes a strong rhythmic bass-line groove and slower tempo drums. Funk Music uses interlocking grooves that create a hypnotic sound. If you love grooving to Funk Music, you will have a great time playing these Funk Music trivia questions. Funk Music Trivia Questions & Answers 85. Which band got their name from their founding member and drummer's astrological sign? Earth, Wind & Fire 86. What was the first major American rock group to have a racially integrated male and female lineup? Sly and the Family Stone 87. What band name do some former members of Parliament perform under? Original P 88. What was the name of Kool & The Gang when they originally formed in 1964 as a jazz band? The Jazziacs 89. What was the band the Ohio Players original name? The Ohio Untouchables 90. Which funk band's original lineup consisted of the four brothers Roger, Larry, Lester and Terry? Zapp 91. Which group formed their own record company T-Neck Records, to then later on sign with Motown? The Isley Brothers 92. Which group was integral to the development of the funk sound, and later, would partially metamorphose into the Neville Brothers? The Meters 93. Who did Lionel Richie perform with prior to launching a successful solo career? The Commodores 94. What is the title of Average White Band's most selling song? Pick Up the Pieces 95. Which band was named after the streets Greenwood, Archer, and Pine in the historic Greenwood neighborhood, in the members hometown of Tulsa, Oklahoma? The GAP Band 96. What was Cameo's original band name? The New York City Players Gospel Music Trivia Back to table of contents... Gospel Music is a genre of Christian music with a definition that varies according to the culture and social context of where it has been created. Gospel Music goes beyond religious and ceremonial uses, the music is also created for the aesthetic entertainment of commercial listeners. Gospel Music usually uses dominant harmonious vocals and Christian lyrics, with roots in the early 17th century Hymns and sacred songs. If you appreciate Gospel Music, you will surely have fun with these Gospel Music trivia questions. Gospel Music Trivia Questions & Answers 97. Which artist had the first gospel album debut that went platinum? Kirk Franklin 98. Which gospel artist founded the ministry mentorship program iLead Escape? Tasha Cobbs 99. Which gospel group is Fred Hammond an active member of? Commissioned 100. How many siblings does CeCe Winans have? Nine 101. Which gospel artist is the founder of the Lighthouse Full Life Center Church? Marvin Sapp 102. Which gospel artist's aunt sang background vocals for gospel musician Andraé Crouch? Donnie McClurkin 103. In what year was Shirley Caesar inducted into the Gospel Hall of Fame? 1982 104. Which gospel singer released her book Points of Power in 2010? Yolanda Adams 105. Which gospel artist started the record label Tillymann Music Group with her husband? Tamela Mann 106. Which gospel group was Kierra Sheard's mother a member of? The Clark Sisters 107. What was Mahalia Jackson's first great hit in 1945, selling one million copies in the US? Moving On Up a Little Higher 108. Which gospel singer was born December 24, 1962? Hezekiah Walker Grunge Music Trivia Back to table of contents... Grunge Music is sometimes also referred to as the Seattle sound. It is a style of alternative rock music that emerged during the mid-1980s as part of a subculture in Seattle and neighboring towns. Grunge is made up of a mix of heavy metal and punk music, but without punk music's speed and musical structure. It features distorted electric guitar, bass, drums and vocals full of antisocial angst. If you enjoy Grunge Music, you will have a great time with these Grunge Music trivia questions. Grunge Music Trivia Questions & Answers 109. In what year did Dave Grohl join Nirvana as the drummer? 1990 110. What TV clown inspired Soundgarden's album title Superunknown? J.P. Patches 111. What New Jersey Nets all All-Star was the original band name of Pearl Jam? Mookie Blaylock 112. What was the name of the band that two future members of Mudhoney met in? Mr. Epp and the Calculations 113. What inspired the Stone Temple Pilots band name? STP Motor Oil 114. Which grunge band's front man passed away two days before the release of their debut album? Mother Love Bone 115. Which band was named after a supervisor at a Thriftway in Montesano? The Melvins 116. What grunge band was named after serial killer Gary Leon Ridgway? Green River 117. Which grunge band got their name from a Mother Love Bone song? Temple of the Dog 118. What group did Billy Corgan sing backup vocals for in 2001 after the Smashing Pumpkins broke up? New Order Hard Rock Music Trivia Back to table of contents... Hard Rock is a sub-genre of rock music characterized by distorted electric guitars, bass guitar, aggressive vocals, drums, and sometimes, keyboards. The psychedelic and blues rock movements of the 1960s birthed this heavy music sub-genre. Hard Rock reached a mainstream audience in the 1970s, and commercially peaked in the 1980s. If you appreciate Hard Rock music, this Hard Rock Music trivia will have you head banging in no time. Hard Rock Music Trivia Questions & Answers 119. What does band name AC/DC stand for? Alternating Current/ Direct Current 120. Who did Axl Rose of Guns N' Roses punch in the face during a video shoot for paying too much attention to his girlfriend at the time, Erin Everly? David Bowie 121. When a descendant of the aviation pioneer Ferdinand von Zeppelin won a small legal battle against Led Zeppelin, what name did the band briefly change their name to? The Nobs 122. After Deep Purple broke up in 1976, what year did they get back together? 1984 123. What sketch did Aerosmith appear in on SNL in 1990? Wayne's World 124. What was Black Sabbath's original band name? Then Polka Tulk Blues Band 125. What band was Lemmy playing in when he wrote the song which created the band name "Motörhead"? Hawkind 126. What other band name does the "Def Leppard" band name reference by the spelling of "Def"? Led Zeppelin 127. Which member of Mötley Crüe was declared dead for two minutes and then resuscitated due to a drug overdose? Nikki Sixx 128. What was the name of Alice Cooper's restaurant in downtown Phoenix that was open for 20 years? Cooper’stown 129. What is the nickname of Iron Maiden's private plane? Ed Force One 130. Who is the only constant member of the Scorpions? Rudolf Schenker 131. What artist's song did Judas Priest name their band after? Bob Dylan 132. What was the name of the WCW wrestler endorsed by Kiss? "The Demon" 133. What was the name of the band that Queen members Brian May and Roger Taylor were in prior? Smile Heavy Metal Music Trivia Back to table of contents... Heavy Metal Music is a genre of rock music that developed in the United Kingdom and the United States during the 60s and 70s. Heavy metal is largely influenced by psychedelic, blues, and acid rock. Heavy Metal bands are often characterized by aggressive lyrics, colossal distortion sounds, long guitar solos, powerful drumming, and a high volume of sound. If you enjoy the powerful sounds of Heavy Metal, you will surely appreciate these Heavy Metal Music trivia questions and answers. Heavy Metal Music Trivia Questions & Answers 134. What is the name of Iron Maiden's mascot? Eddie the Head 135. Where did Black Sabbath get their band name from? A 1963 Horror Film of the Same Name 136. What real-life band is the 2001 film Rock Star based on? Judas Priest 137. What two members of Slayer stayed in the band since day one? Tom Araya and Kerry King 138. Who was the sole constant member of Motörhead? Ian “Lemmy” Kilmister 139. Prior to Joining Anthrax in 1983, what band was lead guitarist Dan Spitz a member of? Overkill 140. Who was the first member of Slipknot to wear a mask, which created the rule that all members had to wear masks? Shawn "Clown" Crahan 141. What was Pantera's original band name? Gemini 142. Which member of Rammstein was a member in the European Junior Swimming Championships in Florence in 1978? Till Lindemann 143. Which two members of Korn have become born again Christians? Fieldy and Head 144. Of what descent are all four members of System of a Down? Armenian 145. What song did Mastodon record in tribute to the show Game of Thrones? "White Walker" 146. Who popularized the "metal horns" sign in heavy metal? Ronnie James Dio 147. What was the band Disturbed originally named? Brawl Hip Hop & Rap Music Trivia Back to table of contents... Hip Hop or Rap Music, is a genre of music developed in the United States during the 1970s, by African Americans, Jamaicans, and Latino Americans in the Bronx, New York City. This style of music uses spoken rhythmic, rhyming speech, and chanting vocals. The sound is characterized through the use of synthesized beats and sounds. Hip Hop is more than music, it is a subculture defined by rapping, break dancing, graffiti writing, DJ-ing, and fashion. If you love Hip Hop and Rap, you will have a lot of fun using these Hip Hop & Rap Music trivia questions. Hip Hop & Rap Music Trivia Questions & Answers 148. What is rapper Drake's real first name? Aubrey 149. Who was Kanye West engaged to prior to Kim Kardashian? Alexis Phifer 150. Who was the first major hip-hop artist to headline Glastonbury Festival in 2008? Jay-Z 151. What rap song was the first to ever win an Academy Award? Eminem's Lose Yourself 152. What was Kendrick Lamar's original stage name? K-Dot 153. How old was Lil Wayne when he accidentally shot himself in the chest? 12 Years Old 154. What state was Tupac Shakur born in? New York 155. What was the name of the group Dr. Dre was in prior to N.W.A.? World Class Wreckin' Cru' 156. How long did the The Notorious B.I.G. know Faith Evans for before he married her? Eight Days 157. Which California rapper is cousins with Brandy, Ray J, and Nate Dogg? Snoop Dogg 158. Before being Nasty Nas, Nas went by what rap moniker? Kid Wave 159. What is the title of the film the Wu-Tang Clan got their name from? Shaolin and Wu Tang 160. Which rapper's real name is O'Shea Jackson? Ice Cube 161. Which rap icon originally signed 50 Cent to his label? Jam Master Jay 162. What names did OutKast originally want to use? 2 Shade Deep or The Misfits House Music Trivia Back to table of contents... House Music is a genre of electronic dance music. It is characterized by a repetitive four-on-the-floor beat, usually at 120 to 130 beats per minute. House Music was created in Chicago's underground club culture during the 80s by music producers and DJs. They would manipulate disco beats into a more repetitive style with harder bass-lines. Later on, it would expand internationally, becoming a worldwide phenomenon. If you enjoy boogying to House Music, you will fully enjoy these House Music Trivia questions. House Music Trivia Questions & Answers 163. What house artist's real name is Tim Bergling? Avicii 164. When Daft Punk was originally a three member band, what name did they go by? Darlin 165. Which DJ topped the Forbes' list of the world's highest-paid DJs in 2013, 2014 and 2015? Calvin Harris 166. What vodka brand did Swedish House Mafia produce the music video "Greyhound" for? Absolut 167. Who was the resident DJ at Space Ibiza from 2001 until its closing in 2016? Carl Cox 168. Which DJ was appointed Officer of the Order of Orange Nassau, a civil and military honor that was founded by Dutch Queen regent Emma, for his services to music? Armin van Buuren 169. Who is the first DJ in Olympic history to play at an Olympic event? Tiësto 170. In 2011, what artist did Sebastian Ingrosso of Swedish House Mafia invite to learn to DJ and produce tracks? Alesso 171. What DJ co-founded Gums Productions to publish his first album? David Guetta 172. Which DJ won the inaugural GRAMMY award for Best Remixed Recording (Non-Classical) in 1998? Frankie Knuckles 173. What is Fatboy Slim's real name? Norman Quentin Cook 174. What record label did Tchami create in 2015? Confession 175. How did Deadmau5 get his stage name? By Finding a Dead Mouse in His Computer Indie Music Trivia Back to table of contents... Indie Music or Independent Music is a type of music that is produced independently from commercial record labels, typically using a do-it-yourself approach to recording and publishing. The term ‘indie’ or ‘independent’ was being used as early as the 1920s, initially utilized to reference independent film companies, but later used to classify an independent producer or band. If you appreciate Indie Music, you will love these Indie Music trivia questions. Indie Music Trivia Questions & Answers 176. Which band purchased an old church in 2005 to use as a studio but had to sell it when the roof started to cave in? Arcade Fire 177. Which Band's lead singer was jumped by 14 kids and had his jaw broken during the time of recording an album? Modest Mouse 178. Who was the frontman for the band The Smiths, that later went on to have a famous solo career? Steven Patrick Morrissey 179. What kind of music did Vampire Weekend initially perform before becoming a rock band? Rap 180. What band's song did Death Cab for Cutie get their band name from? Bonzo Dog Doo-Dah Band 181. What band's music video was Chloe Sevigny's first acting gig? Sonic Youth 182. Which Indie band helped Kanye West write and produce his album My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy? Bon Iver 183. What other UK band is a fierce rival of the Arctic Monkeys? Radiohead 184. Which band won the ARIA Music Award for Most Popular International Artist in 2010? Mumford & Sons 185. What alias was Kim Deal credited as on the first two The Pixies albums? Mrs. John Murphy Jazz Music Trivia Back to table of contents... Jazz Music is a genre of music that was birthed in 19th century African-American communities of New Orleans, Louisiana, United States. Jazz Music is heavily influenced by blues and ragtime, and since the Jazz Age of the 1920s, it has become recognized as a major form of traditional and popular music. Jazz is characterized by complex chords, improvisation, swing, blues, call and response vocals, and polyrhythms. If you enjoy the smooth sounds of Jazz, you will love these Jazz Music trivia questions. Jazz Music Trivia Questions & Answers 186. Which Jazz musician has the highest selling jazz album of all time as of 2022? Miles Davis 187. Which Louis Armstrong song was not a hit during his lifetime, but rose to prominence in 1987 when it was included in the soundtrack for “Good Morning, Vietnam”? “What a Wonderful World” 188. Which famous jazz musician was the tenor saxophone player on the best selling jazz album of all time, Kind of Blue? John Coltrane 189. What was Duke Ellington's real first name? Edward 190. Which jazz musician was known to play with his elbows and forearms at times, and would even start dancing around his piano during recordings and shows? Thelonious Monk 191. Which jazz trumpeter's trademark was his excessively puffed out cheeks while playing? Dizzie Gillespie 192. In what famous comedic duo's movie did Ella Fitzgerald make her film debut? Abbot and Costello 193. Which jazz saxophone player's nickname was "Yardbird"? Charlie Parker 194. U2's song Angel of Harlem was a tribute to which jazz singer? Billie Holiday 195. Which jazz musician won the Lifetime Achievement award at the 40th Annual Grammy Awards? Charles Mingus 196. Which jazz musician does Chris Farley incorrectly reference when asked to provide his signature in the movie Tommy Boy? Herbie Hancock 197. Who was the first African American male to receive a Grammy Award? Count Basie 198. Which famous jazz musician played piano on the best selling jazz album of all time, Kind of Blue? Bill Evans 199. Who was the first African American to host a network television series? Nat King Cole Pop Music Trivia Back to table of contents... Pop Music is a genre of popular music. It originated in its modern form during the mid-1950s in the United Kingdom and the United States. In the 1950s and 1960s, pop music was mostly associated with rock and roll and the youth-based styles it had influenced. It wasn't until the late 60s that pop became associated with more commercially accessible music, and the sound we associate it with today. If you enjoy turning on your radio and listening to some Pop, you will love these Pop Music trivia questions. Pop Music Trivia Questions & Answers 200. Which pop star was was 2011 Billboard’s Woman of the Year? Taylor Swift 201. Which pop stars real name is Stefani Joanne Angelina Germanotta? Lady Gaga 202. Which famous R&B singer gave Justin Bieber his record deal? Usher 203. Which pop star was the best selling artist in 2009, which was also the year of his death? Michael Jackson 204. Which pop star's real name is Katheryn Elizabeth Hudson? Katy Perry 205. Which pop star got her start as a backup dancer and singer for French disco artist Patrick Hernandez in 1979? Madonna 206. Which pop stars moniker was inspired by Princess Oriana from Felix the Cat? Ariana Grande 207. Which pop star's real name is Peter Gene Bayot Hernandez? Bruno Mars 208. Which famous pop star's life was completely controlled by her father through a conservatorship for over 13 years? Britney Spears 209. Which pop star became the youngest ambassador to UNICEF in 2009 at age 17? Selena Gomez 210. Which iconic pop star is second cousins with Dionne Warwick and her godmother is Aretha Franklin? Whitney Houston 211. Which pop star was only twelve years old when he released his debut album in 1962? Stevie Wonder Progressive Rock Music Trivia Back to table of contents... Progressive Rock Music is also known as Prog Rock. It is a broad genre of rock music that developed in the United States and the United Kingdom during the 1960s, and peaked in the 1970s. The style grew out mostly from psychedelic bands who were choosing to abandon standard pop traditions, favoring instrumentation and more sophisticated musical techniques, including more poetic lyrics and technologically advanced sounds. If you appreciate the art of Progressive Rock, you should sit back and enjoy these Progressive Rock Music trivia questions. Progressive Rock Music Trivia Questions & Answers 212. Who is the only remaining member of King Crimson as of 2022? Robert Fripp 213. The name Pink Floyd came from which two of Syd Barrett’s favourite Carolina bluesmen? Pink Anderson and Floyd Council 214. Which progressive rock band won the Grammy Award for Best Rock Instrumental Performance in 1985? Yes 215. Who was the first lead singer of Genesis? Peter Gabriel 216. Which progressive rock band was named after an 18th century English agriculturist, that invented a seed drill which planted seeds in rows? Jethro Tull 217. Which band was named by the Canadian government as the "Official Ambassadors Of Music" in 1979? Rush 218. Which band was formed by two previous members of At the Drive-in, following their break up? The Mars Volta 219. What was the name of the local band that Queensrÿche's originally formed from? The Mob 220. Which progressive rock band was the first band to have four platinum albums in a row? Styx 221. What band was Roy Wood of Electric Light Orchestra in previously? The Move 222. What was the title of Tool's first demo EP? 72826 223. Before The Mothers of Invention were a rock band, what kind of band were they? R&B Punk Rock Music Trivia Back to table of contents... Punk Rock Music is a genre of music that emerged in the 1970s. It is rooted in 1960s garage rock, rejecting the excesses of mainstream rock. Punk Rock songs are typically characterized by anti-establishment vocals, a fast-pace, hard melodies, and stripped-down instrumental sounds. Many Punk bands embrace self-production, and distribution is typically done through independent record labels. Punk Music spawned a subculture, demonstrated through fashion, a youthful rebellion in clothing, and an associated attitude. If you love Punk Rock, you will love these Punk Rock Music trivia questions. Punk Rock Music Trivia Questions & Answers 224. Which band name came from the fake name Paul McCartney would use to check into hotels? The Ramones 225. What was Black Flag's original band name? Panic 226. Which band member of Green Day is the only member that has retained his real surname? Billie Joe Amrstrong 227. Which English rock band's cover art was a rip off of an Elvis album cover? The Clash 228. Which punk band was the first to ever have been brought to trial over the content of an album? Dead Kennedys 229. What band did Brooks Wackerman from Bad Religion join in 2015? Avenged Sevenfold 230. Who is the lead singer of The Stooges? Iggy Pop 231. Who was the first lead singer of the Misfits? Glenn Danzig 232. When singer Howard Devoto went left the Buzzcocks in 1977, what band did he go on to form? Magazine 233. What was Blink-182's original band name until an Irish band with the same name threaten to sue them? Blink 234. What is the only album by NOFX to receive a gold certification by the RIAA? Punk in Drublic 235. What band did Rancid drummer Branden Steineckert previously play drums for until he left band in 2006? The Used 236. What was Bad Brains' original band name? Mind Power R&B Music Trivia Back to table of contents... R&B Music stands for Rhythm and Blues. It is a genre of popular music that was birthed in African-American communities during the 1940s. The term was originally coined by record companies to describe recordings marketed heavily to urban African Americans, at a time when the associated styles were becoming more popular in mainstream American culture. R&B lyrics are typically associated with the African-American experience of pain, as well as with experiences in relationships, socio-economic struggles, and larger life aspirations. If you enjoy this style of African-American music, you will have a good time with these R&B Music trivia questions. R&B Music Trivia Questions & Answers 237. Who is the most nominated woman in Grammy history? Beyoncé 238. What was the name of the singing quintet Usher joined when he was 11 years old? NuBegginings 239. Where was Chris Brown discovered? His Father's Gas Station 240. Which R&B singer holds the record for the longest rendition of the United States National Anthem at the Super Bowl, as of 2022? Alicia Keys 241. What R&B singer was signed to Uptown records in 1989, and at the time, she was the youngest and first female artist on the label? Mary J. Blige 242. Which R&B singer purchased Marilyn Monroe's baby grand piano at an auction for $600,000? Mariah Carey 243. What was the name of the singing group Toni Braxton was in before launching her solo career? The Braxtons 244. What sitcom was Janet Jackson's first starring role? Good Times 245. What moniker did Erykah Badu go by when she had ambitions of being a rapper? MC Apples 246. What is the name of the hip hop collective Frank Ocean joined in 2010? Odd Future 247. Which R&B singer was so academically gifted that he began high school at twelve years old? John Legend 248. What film was Aaliyah's first movie role? Romeo Must Die 249. What was the original name of the group Boyz II Men? Unique Attractions 250. Which iconic R&B singer's real name is Kenneth Brian Edmonds? Babyface Reggae Music Trivia Back to table of contents... Reggae is a genre of Jamaican music, birthed in the 1960s. Reggae Music's style comes from American jazz, rhythm and blues, and the earlier genres of ska and rocksteady. Reggae's lyrics are typically focused on political commentary, social topics, and the news. The music has easily distinguishable beats, composed with the bass and drum downbeat, as well as an offbeat rhythm section. Reggae Music is also deeply rooted in Rastafari culture, helping bring the afrocentric gospel to the world through its messages and deep lyrical content. If you are a fan of Reggae Music, you will definitely enjoy these Reggae Music trivia questions. Reggae Music Trivia Questions & Answers 251. In what year did the United Nations award Bob Marley The Peace Medal? 1978 252. In regards to Peter Tosh's official birth name, what famous Prime Minister was he named after? Winston Churchill 253. Which reggae artist's stage name comes from a category of Kenyan state commendations? Burning Spear 254. Who is the youngest son of reggae legend Bob Marley? Damian Marley 255. What group was Bunny Wailer an original member of? The Wailers 256. Which reggae artist was the lead actor in the iconic Jamaican film, The Harder They Come? Jimmy Cliff 257. Which reggae artist's nickname was the Cool Ruler? Gregory Isaacs 258. What is reggae artist Ziggy Marley's real name? David Nesta Marley 259. What is the title of the song by the reggae group Toots and the Maytals, which is an account of lead singer Toots Hibbert's time in prison due to a marijuana charge? 54-46 (That’s My Number) 260. Which reggae band's name was selected in reference to a form issued to people claiming unemployment benefits from the UK government's Department of Employment? UB40 261. Which reggae artist served as a Marine in the Gulf War, reaching the rank of Lance Corporal, but was demoted for returning late to base after a weekend trip to his music studio? Shaggy Reggaeton Music Trivia Back to table of contents... Reggaeton is a style of Puerto Rican music that began in the 1990s. Reggaeton's roots come from influences of American hip hop, dancehall, Latin American, and Caribbean music. The vocals are usually sung in Spanish, and include singing as-well-as rapping. In the Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, Venezuela, Panama, Colombia, and Cuba, Reggaeton is held as one of, if not the most popular musical genres. If you love Reggaeton, you will have a great time with these Reggaeton Music trivia questions. If you are a fan of reggaeton music, continue reading for reggaeton music trivia questions and answers. Reggaeton Music Trivia Questions & Answers 262. Which reggaeton artist's stage name is derived from Puerto Rican slang, meaning someone tall, or a big shot in his field? Daddy Yankee 263. Which reggaeton artist was discovered at 11 years old in a supermarket by a lady who signed him to a record label and recorded his first album? Nicky Jam 264. Which reggaeton artist claims to have echoics, which means when people hear a specific sound that acts as a stimulus, they can automatically remember what song is playing, how it goes, and the lyrics? J Balvin 265. Which reggaeton artist was married to Jackie Guerrido, the Puerto Rican Univision television weather forecaster and journalist, from 2008 to 2011? Don Omar 266. Which reggaeton artist's stage name is a combination of the first two letters from his mom, dad, and sister's names? Maluma 267. Which reggaeton artist has four Guinness World Records as of 2022, for most Billboard Latin Music Award wins for a single artist in a single year, most Billboard Latin Music Award nominations for a single artist in a single year, male solo artist with the most weeks at number one on Billboard's Top Latin Albums Chart, and artist with the most videos to reach one billion views on YouTube? Ozuna 268. Which reggaeton artist named himself after an event, where in his childhood, he was forced to wear an animal costume to school, and was photographed looking very upset and angry? Bad Bunny 269. Which reggaeton artist sings alongside Juan Luis Morera Luna as a duo? Yandel 270. Which reggaeton artist's father was the director of a vaccination clinic run by the Puerto Rican department of health? Tego Calderon 271. Which reggaeton artist was awarded the Songwriter of the Year award at the 2011 ASCAP? Tito El Bambino Rock Music Trivia Back to table of contents... Rock Music was originally called "rock and roll" and is a popular genre of music. It began in the late 1940s and early 1950s in the United States. In the mid-1960s, it developed into a variety of styles, especially in United Kingdom and the United States. In its core form, Rock was birthed from country music, rhythm and blues, folk, jazz, and blues. Rock music is mostly centered on the electric guitar, with electric bass, drums, one or more singers, and a 4/4 time signature. It you love to rock out, you will find these Rock Music trivia questions to be, very entertaining. Rock Music Trivia Questions & Answers 272. What band name did Buddy Holly and The Crickets inspire? The Beatles 273. Which member of Led Zeppelin paid the recording budget for their first album? Jimmy Paige 274. Which Band's logo is inspired by Kali, the Hindu goddess of everlasting energy? The Rolling Stones 275. Which band is named after a label on a sewing machine? AC/DC 276. Which band's lead singer started a riot at a St. Louis show, when he became angry after he spotted an unauthorized photographer in the front row, dove head first into the crowd to take the camera, and then stormed off stage? Guns N' Roses (Axl Rose) 277. Which Pink Floyd classic song was based on a real life person Roger Waters knew who would steal women’s clothes and underwear from washing lines? "Arnold Layne" 278. Which member of Fleetwood Mac abruptly left the band in 1971 to join the Children of God cult? Jeremy Spencer 279. Which band formed in 1970 after some members from two bands named Jam Band and Chain reaction, heard each other at a show and decided to merge into a new group? Aerosmith 280. Which of the original member of rock band Queen is a PhD-level astrophysicist? Brian May 281. Before Jimi Hendrix was James Marshall Hendrix, what his original birth name? John Allen Hendrix 282. Which rock band was the first band to advertise a new album using a billboard? The Doors 283. Before settling on the band name "The Who", what two other names did the band perform under? The Detours & The High Numbers 284. Which members of the rock band The Eagles played backup for Linda Ronstadt before leaving to start their own group? Glenn Fry and Don Henley Soul Music Trivia Back to table of contents... Soul Music is a popular music genre, birthed from the African American community in the 1950s and 1960s. Soul combines rhythm and blues, jazz, and gospel music. Soul became a popular form of dancing and listening music in the United States, and labels such as Atlantic, Stax, and Motown, were quite influential during the Civil Rights Movement. Soul has reached worldwide recognition and acclaim, influencing international music styles, especially rock. If you appreciate Soul, you will love these Soul Music trivia questions. Soul Music Trivia Questions & Answers 285. What was the name of the first vocal group Marvin Gaye was a part of? The Marquees 286. Who is the youngest artist ever to have reached number 1 on the billboard 100? Stevie Wonder 287. Who was the first female performer inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame? Aretha Franklin 288. Which soul and funk icon has said, that as a child, he danced for pennies for soldiers at Fort Gordon? James Brown 289. Who was originally hired to be Johnny Jenkins' driver from Johnny Jenkins and the Pinetoppers because Johnny didn’t have a drivers license, and would go on to become one of the greatest soul singers in history? Otis Redding 290. What was the name of the band Amy Winehouse started when she was 10 years old? Sweet n' Sour 291. Which soul singer wrote and demoed his entire 1995 debut album, by himself, in his bedroom? D' Angelo 292. Which soul artist started out as a spoken word artist, but then went on to co-write the The Roots and Erykah Badu song; You Got Me, which launched her singing career? Jill Scott 293. Which soul singer dropped his last name to avoid confusion with the boxer, Sugar Ray Robinson? Ray Charles 294. Which soul singer began his career with his siblings at the age of 14, as the lead singer of their Gospel group, the Highway QC's? Sam Cooke 295. What is Smokey Robinson's real birth name? Wiliam Robinson Jr. 296. What was the name of the group Curtis Mayfield was originally part of prior to launching his successful solo career? The Impressions 297. Which soul singer started out with his brothers as a Gospel quartet in the mid-1950s, but was kicked out when his father caught him listening to Jackie Wilson? Al Green Swing Music Trivia Back to table of contents... Swing is a style of American jazz music that developed in the 1920s and 1930s, reaching national popularity in the mid-1930s. The name "Swing Music" comes from its emphasis on the off–beat style of drumming. Featured soloists in the bands would improvise on the melody over the arrangement, making the music very danceable and funky. Swing's roots birthed new styles of written arrangements, incorporating rhythmic innovations, and spurring 1920s dance music ensembles. If you enjoy the fun style of Swing Music, you will have a good time with these Swing Music trivia questions. Swing Music Trivia Questions & Answers 298. Which composer was also known as "dumpy" to some of his friends, due to his ravenous eating habits? Duke Ellington 299. Which pianist received his nickname from the announcer of a radio broadcast, who wanted give his name some "pizzazz"? Count Basie 300. Which horn player received his first horn from a jewish immigrant family that helped him purchase it by loaning him the money? Louis Armstrong 301. Which jazz artist from the swing era died when his plane went missing over the English Channel in 1944? Glenn Miller 302. Who did Marilyn Monroe help get booked at the popular nightclub the Mocambo in the 50s, by promising to be show up nightly to the club if the artist was booked? Ella Fitzgerald 303. Which big band musician wrote the book The Trouble With Cinderella in 1952? Artie Shaw 304. Which musician joined the American Federation of Musicians when he was only 14 years old, having to quit his other studies to focus solely on his music? Benny Goodman 305. Which musician's nickname, given to him as a gypsy child, meant "I wake up"? "Django" Reinhardt 306. Before going by Fletcher Henderson, what was Fletcher's original name? James Fletcher Henderson 307. What musician's first job was playing with singer Mamie Smith's Jazz Hounds in 1921? Coleman Hawkins 308. Which famous singer's father was jazz musician Clarence Holiday? Billie Holiday 309. What was the name of the band Nat King Cole formed in 1937 with Oscar Moore and Wesley Prince? The King Cole Trio Techno Music Trivia Back to table of contents... Techno is a genre of electronic dance music. The term "techno" originated in Germany in the 1980s. It is characterized by four on the floor beats, produced using repetitive style, for continuous DJ set mixes. The rhythm is usually created in common time, at between 120 and 150 beats per minute. Electronic instruments and synthesizers are usually used to produce the music. I you have fun listening to Techno, you will love these Techno Music trivia questions. Techno Music Trivia Questions & Answers 310. Which techno group records all of their tracks in a home studio called "The Dirtchamber"? The Prodigy 311. Which musical duo spent $4 million to create an animated film with Japanese Designer Matsumoto, titled Interstella 5555: The 5tory of the 5ecret 5tar 5ystem? Daft Punk 312. Which artist's stage name was taken from a brand of audio signal processing equipment and an ode to the memory of his passed brother? Aphex Twin 313. What was the original name of the The Chemical Brothers, a name inspired as an ode to American hip-hop producers with the same stage name? The Dust Brothers 314. What artist formed the Plus 8 record label with with John Acquaviva in 1990? Richie Hawtin 315. Which American electronic music duo, consists of Ali "Dubfire" Shirazinia and Sharam Tayebi? Deep Dish 316. Who played at the 1st night of Danny Rampling's Shoom night after his return from Ibiza in the summer of 1987? Carl Cox 317. Which famous DJ's real name is Tijs Michiel Verwest? Tiësto 318. Which singer and record producer goes by Cajmere, Geo Vogt, Half Pint, Curan Stone, and Gino Vittori? Green Velvet 319. Which famous DJ created a prototype phone messaging service using an old modem at the age of 15? Richie Hawtin 320. Which American DJ, producer, and composer was known as The Wizard in the 80s due to his technical abilities? Jeff Mills