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*I was never bold enough to skip school in my youth, but two members of this band wrote and released a song in 1967 on that very subject. The song more than detailed where they went and what they did...but they also contested various interpretations listeners had of it. Name the group and extra credit for the name of the track...
*This 1969 song explores self-discovery and personal transformation. It depicts a scene where a doctor is perplexed by a patient who appears unresponsive to conventional tests and treatment. A song about longing for a connection and validation of one's existence is all the person wanted. Name the band responsible for the track and extra credit for the name of the song... *Blind Willie McTell was a popular blues artist who played mostly in Georgia until his passing in 1959 wrote and originally released this track. Originally released in 1928, the song found new life when several acts covered it, the version we'll enjoy released in 1971. A great song about being on the move and leaving a mean situation behind. Name the band that covered it and extra credit for the name of the song... *This track was recorded by a British group who went to France to make the album we'll dip into. That location was the same Honky Chateau where Elton John recorded 3 albums early in the 70's. When the band arrived, the grounds were so neglected, the artists had no desire to go outside, and became totally focused on their work. The song we'll enjoy from 1977 became a massive hit for the group, staying at #1 for 3 weeks and the Top Ten for 17 weeks...a record at the time. Name the group and extra credit for the name of the track... BATTLE OF THE BANDS Closer To The Heart by Rush vs Roll With The Changes by REO Speedwagon ANSWERS 1. Small Faces…Itchykoo Park 2. The Who…Go To The Mirror 3. The Allman Brothers Band…Statesboro Blues 4. The Bee Gees…How Deep Is Your Love Battle of the Bands : REO Speedwagon won with 58% of the votes
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*As soft rock artists found footing in the early 70's, this band came out strong with a great 1972 album that had 3 singles released from it. All three flirted with top ten chart positions and the song we'll enjoy got to #11, the highest of the three. The album also provided the band's frontman with reason to embark on a solo career. The band hailing from Los Angeles had 13 songs chart on the Hot 100 between 1970 and 1977. Name the band and the leader who went solo...
*The frontman of this band who made their mark from the San Francisco Bay Area starting in the late 60's, also had some deep roots in Chicago-based blues. It was not unusual for the band to throw in an occasional blues number or two in concerts through the decades. Name the band and the frontman... *1970 produced an album by this great artist and also a track about a young man who wanted to see the world for himself. The storyline then about the journey to clear his mind and see what he can discover. While many might think this song is about a literal physical journey, the artist had another interpretation in mind. Name the artist and extra credit for the name of the song... *The lyrics of this track delve into the concept of fallen women, fallen and degenerate lifestyles as the protagonist realizes he is getting too old for such shallow experiences.The song was the first track on this band's incredible 1980 album...an album that would have to last their fan base about 20 years before the next one was released. Name the band and extra credit for the name of the track... BATTLE OF THE BANDS You Can Make It If You Try by Sly & The Family Stone vs I Got You (I Feel Good) by James Brown ANSWERS 1. Bread, David Gates 2. Steve Miller Band, Steve Miller 3. Cat Stevens, On The Road To Find Out 4. Steely Dan, Babylon Sisters Battle of the Bands : James Brown won with 57% of the votes *This track from 1967 was inspired by a dream where the artist was walking under the sea. Something engulfed him and he got lost. It was a traumatic experience until later in his dream, his faith in Jesus saved him. In fact, he considered putting 'Jesus Saves' in the chorus, but ultimately decided against it. Name the artist and extra credit for the name of the track...
*Back to 1965 for this one that begins with acoustic guitar strums and ascending minor-key harmonies, eventually introducing electric guitar chords during the chorus. The song is considered an early example of folk rock, but also bears similarity to British beat. Sylvestor Stewart, yep, he of Sly and Family Stone fame, produced this song for the group, something that greatly influenced the band on this song and future efforts. Tough one...Name the band and extra credit for the name of the song... *Talk about coming by musical talent honestly, there are more than a few kids of famous artists who have or are now enjoying musical careers. This particular artist (now 53 years of age) was born to gifted musical parents who eventually divorced. Mom remarried...to another incredible musician, presenting the artist in question with both a very talented Father and Stepfather. So much to answer here. Name the artist and extra credit for names of Mom, Dad and Stepdad! *If everyone on the northwest side of Chicago who claims to have hung out with this band during their heyday, mostly in the 60's, had faithfully bought their releases, this rock group might have sold more records than The Beatles. While still in high school, the band changed their name to reflect the British invasion craze. After a few major successes, the group's R & B roots surfaced on a vocal adaptation of a most classic track we'll play this evening. It became their 2nd largest hit. Name the band and extra credit for the name of the song... BATTLE OF THE BANDS Share The Land by Guess Who vs Spooky by Atlanta Rhythm Section ANSWERS 1. Jimi Hendrix, Purple Haze 2. The Beau Brummels, Just A Little 3. Amy Helm, Levon Helm, Libby Titus, Donald Fagen 4. The Buckinghams, Mercy, Mercy, Mercy Battle of the Bands : Atlanta Rhythm Section won with 57% of the votes |
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