MUSIC QUIZ FROM LOONEY’S TUNES SHOW Aug 30, 2026 #375

*A 1985 song by this midwestern artist is a poignant reflection on life, aging and the passing of wisdom from one generation to the next.  The song tells the story of a bus journey shared by the narrator and an elderly man who imparts his life experiences and advice.  Name the artist and extra credit for the name of the song...
 
*After releasing 2 solo albums after his former band's breakup, this artist continued his legacy of musical experimentation and global success with a new cast of musicians, including his wife.  His 1975 album rose to the #1 position on the album chart.  Name the artist, his earlier and later bands for extra credit...
 
*When this band headed into the studio to record this 1977 album, tensions between the band members were palpable, specifically between one member and the rest of the band.  Considered a kind of frontman for the band, he had succumbed to various addictions, but also grew restless with the group's fondness for extending jams on songs with a touch of jazz fusion.  The end was near upon completion of the album... Name the band...
 
*This fantastic American artist had a sound and a vibe that was truly his own.  That said, he also had major success writing songs for other terrific artists who made huge hits with them.  He constantly offered up songs with his own vocal style described best as 'reclining in the groove'.  Name the artist...
 
BATTLE OF THE BANDS
Even It Up by Heart vs Don’t Get Me Wrong by The Pretenders
 
ANSWERS
1.   John Mellencamp, Minutes to Memories
2.  Paul McCartney, The Beatles.   Wings
3. Little Feat
4. J. J. Cale
Battle of the Bands : The Pretenders won the Battle with 57% of votes