Welcome to Mikes Midi Music Quiz!
How it works, I will upload a MIDI tune in . It is very small in size and therefore will not use a lot of bandwidth.
Listen to the tune and name the artist and song, if you get it correct, I will give you a KArma point!
San Francisco....Scott Mackenzie
Enjoy your Karma point Diana,
Next one.....
(I'm just thinking that I cannot post 2 Karma points in 1 hour, so I will keep score)
now playing by midi2
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Sounds like 3 yr olds allowed to mess with dad's musical instruments!
No idea what song that is.
Ok! In retrospect, perhaps it was a wee bit tough for you newbies to this,
ANSWER: Wilson Philips - Hold On
Here's an easier one for you oldies....
Got a new Jewish Harp there Mike?
Is this really that difficult or are all you old folk just a wee bit deaf then?
are-you-there
Nope we just not that old....can't get it....all I can come up with is "Oh what a beautifull Morning" which I'm sure is wrong.
Way way WAY before my time Mike A............. And in this format, I haven't a clue either
To me it sounds like some hymn that auntie Thomas is playing on the 10 pipe church organ..... I don't know!!
(The organ maybe has 100, but she only knows how to activate about 10 of them ---- sorrie tannie, but it's the truth).
This must be Kelvin and Camren playing on dad's new key board
Phew! This probably means I'm not an "oldie" yet... I dont know the tune. Rings a bell though, so I must be getting close to "oldie".
Only get silence here..... cat1.gif
Gee! What a bunch of tune deaf lot you are....
THAT WAS KODACHROME by Simon and Garthfunkel, listen to it again.....
Phew, let's try this again.....
OK, this is a rally easy one, just so you guys can get it....
name the tune....
Margaritaville.
Something Girl
Alfie, you on the right track, but no cigar!
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My Brown Eyed Girl..............................Van Morrison.......................................... image04
Yep, Toon's hit the tune!
:emot112_2: Frank, see you lot, Grandpa Frank get;s it, what's wrong with the rest of you.....?
affe-red
I'll post the next one later.....
Grandpa Frank was just quicker than us and we new he was correct image04
Sour Grapes Dronkie..... next one is also an oldie..... name the movie, tune and the artists....
Grease......Summer nights (Summer Loving).....Olivia Newton John and John Travolta.
Grease, Summer Nights
John Travolta and Olivia Newton John
Diana....By the whiskers of your chinny chin chin
Gee! That was a close one between you two...... seconds apart.... Way to go dronkie.......
One Karma point for you....
Ok, seems like you lot find the old stuff easier.... let's throw in a few easy ones before we turn up the heat...
Name the song and group!
Knowing me knowing you
ABBA
Quote from: sigmund storm on August 10, 2011, 06:18:15 PM
Knowing me knowing you
ABBA
Spot on can I add Knowing me knowing you "aaha" so that I can come second
sorriso2 Sigmund as my answer posted I looked up and saw your name there on the same board and still thought "Yes Please I beat him to it". I new you'd know the answer. 3d smiles(281)
Ok, song fans, let's keep it easy still.... name the tune and the original group that sang it....
Smile
The Bee Gees
As an afterthought, the name of the song is Words
As an afterthought, I shall give you a Karma point for the Bee Gees singing Words..
Next up, nog n oldie!
Lola....The Kinks OOOOOPS NOPE
Copacabana - Barry manilow
sorriso2 Realized that just as I posted Robert...why I thought Lola who knows
NTW it happens. It is a song that could be called Lola 'cos she is the character at the Copacabana. ANy it is Manilow's fault for confusing you!
Well done Robert.,.
Next one....
Whitney Houston
I wanna dance with somebody
Sigmund Scores....
Here;s another golden oldie easy schmeesy one.......
How deep is your love
Bee Gees
The Bee Gees!... how deep is your love!.....................................I thinks its fair Alfred got this one just misspelled the groups name a point to you Alfred.
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Alfie's point, nice song also...
Let's pick up the pace.... next one ...
Let it Be
The Beatles
I may be way off but it certainly has a riff that reminds me of The Beatles.
Nay Sire, tis a recent melody sung by one awesome black lady.....
It's got a Regae touch to it, UB40 - Bob Marley not sure got the melody just can't get the words
CLUE: her initials are WH
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Is it................... Whitney Housten ......................I will always love you
congrats yes1
Have a Karma point there Frank!
Next one
Michael! that was bloody hard....................................................................... image061 image04
Another Bee Gees "Spelling this time correct" song
Massachusetts
Have a point Alfie......
Next one, must be one of my 80's favourites.....
Name the tune and for an extra karma point, name the movie it highlighted in!
When the going gets tough (the tough get going)
The Jewel of the Nile............
By Billy Ocean!
Silent Night by the Soundless brothers
This computer at my hotel has no speakers sorry can't play with
Have two points there Ricky!
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Next up...... (hope it's not a repeat)
Name the tune....
Moondance - Van Morrison
yes1 To Ricky...
Next one,
Do that to me one more time by Captain & Tennille
Have a point there Mike V,
Here's another easy one....
(You can) Call me Al - Paul Simon (Graceland)
Here's your point Al!
Next one
English Country Garden - Jimmy Rodgers (1962)
yes1 Ricky,
next up.... another easy one....
Eye of the tiger - Survivor
you rock Have another point Ricky,
One more easy one, then we gonna increase the difficulty level....
Country Roads - John Denver
OK so that was easipeezilemonsqeezi. Now for the hard stuff!
Name the band and the song title for 134 karma points courtesy of Mike Alexander Promotions!
Well I think this is quite unfair... When I downloaded it, the name of the song and band were shown at the bottom of the download, so I wont give answer here... ThatStinks2
But I'll take the points!
Song starts with "F" and band with "E"?
Ahhh Bertie! Thanks for alerting me to the fact that the ses royalty free files do contain the correct Commons Licence details. I will amend the file and because you have proved to be a sharp eyed alert and quick on the draw fella, you can get the karma points less the 133 points for the hints you supplied in your answer.
Now everybody can lay calim to the points! SHould have PMed me instead and you'd have got the full whack pluse 10 bonus karma points for lettng me know I need to delete some stuff off the originating file.
C 'est la vie mon ami!
I'll treasure the 1 point, thanx! To the rest of ya'll... since I gave you a clue, I'm checking the clock!!! Tomorrow this time I will reclaim my points!!! image19
Alright then, Bertie is going to try for maximum karma points BUT only if nobody guesses the correct song title and band name for this track. heehee
Mmmm no guesses? C'mon OMers! I want to get Mike to give away the Karma Points....!
Seems I need to help you out with this great gig.
Here is a short but sweet tip, a helper, a further snippet from the same track.
Aarggh, very frustrating........Pink Floyd comes to mind...Dark side of ther moon?
Rats....Forever - Far away - Earth Wind and Fire
Fantasy - Earth Wind and Fire!
Ricky,
Great work on the EW&F track but Bertie had provided the clues already so regret you do not qualify.
However you are halfway there on the other answer so dig deep and you will scream something great when the answer pops into your head.
Don't give up. Take up your preferred yoga position, close your eyes, tilt your head skyward and let the scream in your brain stop and the answer will unfold. Alternatively you could read what has been wrote before 'cos the rest of the clue to the answer is in there! Oh yes it is.
Congratulations Ricky - you get the karma point for being so close to figuring out the song title. You got the band and the album correct - Pink Floyd and Dark Side of The Moon.
The track is called "Great Gig In The Sky". Amazing vocals by Clare Torry.
This is what Wikipdia says acout the track:
Composition
The song began life as a Richard Wright chord progression, known variously as "The Mortality Sequence" or "The Religion Song". During 1972 performances of the Dark Side of the Moon song cycle (prior to the album being recorded), it was simply an organ instrumental accompanied by spoken word samples from the Bible and snippets of speeches by Malcolm Muggeridge, a British writer known for his conservative religious views. By the time the band came to record the song for Dark Side, the lead instrument had been switched to a piano rather than an organ. Various sound effects were tried for the track, including recordings of NASA astronauts communicating on space missions, but none were satisfactory. Finally, a couple of weeks before the album was due to be finished, the band decided to try having a female singer "wail" over the music.[2]
[edit] Clare Torry's vocals
As the band began casting around for a singer, album engineer Alan Parsons suggested Clare Torry, a 22-year-old songwriter and session vocalist. Parsons had previously worked with Torry, and had liked her voice on a compilation album of covers.[3] An accountant from Abbey Road Studios contacted Torry and tried to arrange a session for the same evening, but she was initially unenthusiastic. Torry was not a particular fan of Pink Floyd, and she had various other commitments, including, she later admitted, tickets to see Chuck Berry that evening.[4] Eventually, however, a session was scheduled for the following Sunday. The band played the instrumental track to Torry, and then with very little further direction asked her to improvise a vocal. At first, Torry struggled to divine what the band wanted, but then she was inspired by the thought, "maybe I should just pretend I'm an instrument."[5] She performed two complete takes, the second one more emotional than the first. David Gilmour asked for a third take, but halfway through Torry stopped, feeling she was getting repetitive and had already done the best she could. The final album track was assembled from all three takes. The members of the band were deeply impressed by Torry's performance, but were so reserved in their outward response that she left under the impression that her vocals would never make the final cut. She only became aware they were used when she saw the album at a local record store, spotted her name in the credits and purchased it.
Try guess the name of this track and the band who charted with it.
Sunshine of your love - Cream (Eric Clapton)
Whoa! Mr Barron is letting us see he is a serious headbanging heavy rock super-group fan.
Sorry Ricky. Close but no cigar. You got the genre right(ish) but it isn't Cream.
Points awarded to Ricky and Bertie on Behalf of the lad from 1st Avenue....
woo_hoo
OK - Santana!
Sorry Ricky - it is Iron Butterly's "In A Gadda Da Vida".
Back then I was here in UK at senior school and I recall not liking this track when I first heard it in '69 or '70. I thought was on of those one hit hiipie wonder with meaningless lyrics and to go on an on for 17minutes was sooo incredibly self-indulgent and naive! But little did I know that it'd go on to sell a lot.
Here is what Wikipedia says abuot them:
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Iron Butterfly is a US psychedelic rock band best known for the 1968 hit "In-A-Gadda-Da-Vida".
Their heyday was the late 1960s, but the band has been reincarnated with various members. In-A-Gadda-Da-Vida is the 31st best-selling album in the world, selling more than 25 million copies.
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Now who'd have thought this track would keep selling.
And as for the melodic similarity in later released material by a couple of other heavy rock tracks? It makes you think the Butterfly were copied by other rising rock bands of the time. There is one inparticular which I will upload soon and you'd be forgiven for thinking it was by Iron Butterfly too.
Here is a link to a clip of the original: http://tinyurl.com/6a46fjj
OK - onwards to the next track which I think you will not have a problem with...........;0)
Yo Robert, you really had me there! I do know the number well, but the start is so similar to my guess........I reckon a few more bars next time?
Ricky - you can never get enough bars!
And on that splendid thought, here is today's clip. Hope there is sufficient but not too much to make it too easy!
Guess the artist and the song title.
Here especially for Ricky and Bertie is a clip written and performed by one of the masters and originals of modern music. I think it is fair to say that every rock artist has hankered to jam with him.
If you two cannot recogise this track I am flying over to bitchslap you so hard, you'll not know what day of the century it is........!! Now get to work. I expect you to post an answer within 2 seconds of hearing the opening sequence to the clip.
Addicted to Love....Robert Palmer.
I'll leave the other one for Bertie and Ricky...won't steal their thunder. 3d smiles(281)
You are so correct! Congratulations.
Di a karma point is on it's way to you. And nobody can say you stole the boys chance. They were way too slow to react. I reckon they'll be moaning their heads off at missing a chance to earn two points each!
Well I'm ready for my slap! Once again I know the tune, but my time weathered brain only starts working as the clip ends! I'm guessing BB King?
Ok, Ok, slap me if you want... That's what I get if I work in the tunnel after work until 7pm and don't check if there's any points up for grabs!!! hammer
Don't worry Bertie, there's two of us and only one of him.......and I think Diana is on our side too...........!
Gang up on me all you want. I am the one who giveth and teketh away karma points so .......... guess this track and all will be forgiven!
By the way the track above is not BB King. But I like your thinking Mr Barron.
It is the late and great John Lee Hooker and his song titled "Boom, Boom, Boom".
Here's what Wikipedia says:
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John Lee Hooker (August 22, 1917 – June 21, 2001) was an American blues singer-songwriter and guitarist, born near Clarksdale, Mississippi.
Hooker began his life as the son of a sharecropper, William Hooker, and rose to prominence performing his own unique style of what was originally closest to Delta blues. He developed a 'talking blues' style that was his trademark. Though similar to the early Delta blues, his music was metrically free. John Lee Hooker could be said to embody his own unique genre of the blues, often incorporating the boogie-woogie piano style and a driving rhythm into his masterful and idiosyncratic blues guitar and singing. His best known songs include "Boogie Chillen'" (1948), "I'm in the Mood" (1951) and "Boom Boom" (1962), the first two reaching R&B #1 in the Billboard charts.
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And boom boom respect to Di for getting Mr Robert Palmer correct.
Try this:
No guesses on the track above? Too difficult for you?
OK try this :
Do you need hints?
Nobody's perfect least of all me.
I've been struggling since September to unravel a midi track I found on another site.
Let me know if you don't need a clue or two. Don't worry, I'll still respect you if you do.
Hang on I know that last one....I'm thinking hammer hammer
OK Di, time is nearly up. You have just had another five minutes. Cmon........ have a guess. Maak gou!
10, 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1..................................
Time is up. The answer you are looking for is.......................................
I even gave you a clue. It's as clear as daylight before Autumn begins to take a grip.
Dong! Sorry time is up on track ending #15.
Bertie had the band - Earth Wind & Fire. This track is called "September"
And the two clues I gave you are as clear as daylight. What month comes before autumn starts?
Click here to hear a sample of the real thing~
http://tinyurl.com/6kwaybf
You could have said it has something to do with virgo......would have made my life a lot easier......I knew the tune but can't say that I knew it was Septemeber.....Had the.... Do you you remember.... part but like hell could I think what I was supposed to be remembering hammer
Hey Di, you nearly had it. See the post above and listen to a sample of that part which comes after, "do you remember...."
I reckon you deserve a karma point for the sore head after all the hammering you did against a brick wall with it....!!
Ou e'st Ricky? He needs to get the answer to #27. I cannot give a better hint than the one I did before on page 4.
Alright then, let's get down to business.
I never realised the track below was written by the band who charted with it. I thought it was by a different band of rockers from the 70s. How wrong was I?
Who is the band and what's the title of the track?
And I have now added a second track. Please don't shoot me with your geweer, I just thought it'd be good to have two tracks on one post.
Who wrote the music and what is the track called?
Bonjour Monsieur Bruce!
Talk about headaches.....These clips are not good for my health! I can't find #27 on page 4, am I going senile?
As for clues, for us southern hemisphere folk September heralds the Spring season!
Found #27 on page 7?................I need a drink!!
Ricky you think you need a drink.....?!
I need typing lessons too.
Sorry about the hemispherical error. I just take it for granted that September signifies a clear blue skied late summer month here in UK and apply it globally! I am a global child!
So having found the tracks did you manage to suss out who and by whom the tunes/songs are by?
Anyone else here listened to them and want to hazard a guess? You might be correct so do not be shy.
Yo Ricky.....!
I need to close down #27. Sorry.
The answer is Aretha Franklin. The track is her big hit called "Respect"
Click below to hear a sample of the brilliant lady singing her hit.
http://tinyurl.com/6z6yg3d
Here are two new tracks for you to name the title and singer/band:
Ricky,
Who is this? It's an anthem to future generations
A Rockin' Good Way - Shakin' Stevens?
No cigar for you!
Click this link for the answer: http://tinyurl.com/cj2ysbn
According to rock critic/writer Dave Marsh in his book, The Heart of Rock and Soul, Grand Funk was touring with the British group Humble Pie in early 1973. After one performance, the two groups were drinking in a bar when the two groups began arguing over the merits of British versus American rock. Grand Funk drummer Don Brewer stood up and after bragging about American rock heroes such as Jerry Lee Lewis, Fats Domino, Little Richard and Elvis Presley, proudly announced, "We're an American band!" Thus inspired, Brewer wrote the song the next morning,
Of course it is! I've actually got the "Record"........Rats!!
OK then who is this and what is the title?
Here's another one:
...and another one
Here comes another one, just like the other one...........
here it comes again.....
35......no clue
40.....The Winner takes it all = ABBA
41....Smooth Operator = Sade
42...Phantom of the Opera = Sarah Brightman
43I know this tune....can't get the name into head now....BUT i can hum the whole thing ThatStinks2
Whoooot!
Di gets three out of five possible karma points! Well done.
Can anyone get the answers for #6, #18, #19, #28, #35 and #43?
Anyone?
Hello - are you there?
Gee! Way to go Diana, must have sobered up since the weekend.... image19
No1 Mike I just drank myself clever.....no 6 some James Bond theme...Goldfinger?
Its just to terrible :wow1: I recognise most of the tracks but do you think I can put a name to them ThatStinks2
Sorry Di the drinks don't work...................this time.
It is not a James Bond theme.
ThatStinks2
Hey! I bet you know this tune. It was at 21/1st Ave that I first heard it on the radio.
Anyway here are two links.
I reckon you will get that the tune is called................................
Go take a look.
http://youtu.be/2v8VvJjM65I
http://youtu.be/_CHjYHwNzx0
Must be honest I would never have got to the name Peter Gunn Theme or Emerson Lake and Palmer.Well I'll never forget it now. Yes I had heard the tune and do know the band.. The Emerson link sounds great...now you've got me youtu.be'ing them for the next while sorriso2
Aside from the Peter Gunn theme, Henry Mancini also composed the Pink Panther tune for the movie of the same name. Both became a hits. But then Mancini had a habit of composing great tunes that charted.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jBupII3LH_Q
Mancini is playing the piano in this video recording.
To make things easier here is a list of the tracks which still need to be identified:
* BrucieBroersBluesBand#18.mp3 (535.92 kB - downloaded 1 times.)
"Takin' Care of Business" is a song written by Randy Bachman and first recorded by Canadian rock group Bachman–Turner Overdrive (BTO) for their 1973 album Bachman–Turner Overdrive II.
(https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/thumb/0/0f/Cher_-_Gypsys%2C_Tramps_%26_Thieves.jpg/220px-Cher_-_Gypsys%2C_Tramps_%26_Thieves.jpg)
* BrucieBroersBluesBand#43.mp3
"Gypsys, Tramps & Thieves" was the first single from Cher's 1971 self-titled album Cher.
Wowser! Great stuff! Give that man an ovation. Softie toonfandangl is correct on two so the karma points will be swilling their way to you this Rememberance Day.
Remember BTO? Who can forget Cher? Certainly not the plastic surgery industry of America........!!
Anyone out there able to guess who the artist is and the track titles are for:
The answers are:
BrucieBroersBluesBand#19 = Allman Brothers Band - Ramblin Man
BrucieBroersBluesBand#28 = Boston - Hitch A Ride
BrucieBroersBluesBand#35 = ZZ TOP - Gimme All Your Lovin
Who is this?
The Monkees!
Well done that man!
Yes it is The Monkees. A karma point will be on its way to you Ricky.
Who is this?
C'mon this is very easy. Just think about the king of the sky soaring above your head in search of a morsel but finding the lengthy 'jog' to saisfaction is not as immediately fulfilling as at first thought.
Quote from: RobertBruce on November 16, 2011, 03:46:14 PM
C'mon this is very easy. Just think about the king of the sky soaring above your head in search of a morsel but finding the lengthy 'jog' to saisfaction is not as immediately fulfilling as at first thought.
The Eagles: "Long Run"
I's only knows Hotel California by them hammer
Quote from: Diana Rudd (Boehme) on November 19, 2011, 07:41:42 PM
I's only knows Hotel California by them hammer
You ain't lived life to the full if you haven't listened to Long Run....!
;0)
Here's your Monday Morning MP3 Quiz #31
Name the band & song.
Especially for Mike Voden who experienced it!
Good one Bruce, sounds like STORMY WEATHER once recorded by Lena Horne I think
# 31 - Bad Moon Rising - Creedence Clearwater Revival
Mike,
You be thinking so correctly so early on a Monday morning!
Yes it is Stormy Weather. Originally by Lena Horne and then Etta James followed by a host of others including Frank Sinatra.
You earn a karma point for that!
Ricky
Howzit young man? What's up with you lot down south this morning? Must be the stormy weather?!
Whooot!! You are correct too! Bad Moon Rising by Creedance Clearwater Revival gets you a karma point!
OK we are on a roll!
Name the song and the singer
OK. We'll cool it on #9 and leave it there on the backburner for a while. I can promise you that you all do know the song. Some will have linked it to their broken heart and cried themselves to sleep. It was a massive hit and this is why I did not make it too easy for youze lot!
Try #24 instead.
It was also a gigantic global hit. You will get it and the first one who does gets double Karma. Do it!
Is it Dionne Warwick.............................I say a little pray for you
Very decent try there Toon but regret you are way, way, way off the mark. Let's say you are on the right side of the pond and the right gender.
Just for the attempt I think you deserve a Cuban cigar. I'll fax one to you shortly!
Please try again. but read what I said above. The clue is in what I say.
I cannot resist giving you all another track to tease your memories.
Name the band & the song
First thing that popped into my head for #9 ..... First Time Ever I saw Your Face - Johnny Cash.....
#8 Mr Percy Sledge....When a Man Loves a Women.
Whootie bootie Di! Yes #8 is Percy Sledge and When a Man Loves a Woman. Congratulations. A karma point is headed your way.
As for the Johnny Cash answer... err no it is not the great man in black. Try again.
Di,
I did not know that Johnny Cash sang the song. So I did some research and established that in fact he did. Must say I prefer Roberta Flack's version.
Anyway, here are a couple of factoids about the song.
"The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face" is a 1957 folk song written by Ewan MacColl for his wife Peggy Seeger. It was popularized by Roberta Flack and became a breakout hit for the singer after it appeared in the film Play Misty for Me. Though the song first appeared on Flack's 1969 album First Take, it topped the Billboard Hot 100 and won the Grammy Award for Song of the Year three years later.
#24 Leila ... Eric Clapton
Di - you are so right.
"Layla" is a song written by Eric Clapton and Jim Gordon, originally released by their blues-rock band, Derek and the Dominos, as the thirteenth track from their album Layla and Other Assorted Love Songs (December 1970). It is considered one of rock music's definitive love songs,[2] featuring an unmistakable guitar figure played by Eric Clapton and Duane Allman, and a piano coda that comprises the second half of the song. Its famously contrasting movements were composed separately by Clapton and Gordon.
Inspired by Clapton's then unrequited love for Pattie Boyd, the wife of his friend and fellow musician George Harrison, "Layla" was unsuccessful on its initial release.[3] The song has since experienced great critical and popular acclaim, and is often hailed as being among the greatest rock songs of all time. Two versions have achieved chart success, the first in 1972 and the second twenty years later as an acoustic "Unplugged" performance. In 2004 it was ranked #27 on Rolling Stone's list of "The 500 Greatest Songs of All Time", and the acoustic version won the 1993 Grammy Award for Best Rock Song.
A Karma point is winging its way to you now!
Rightio then who composed and sings this delightful ditty?
#9 got someyhing to do with looking in your face/ eyes and seeing your smile....or am I way off here
Shall I put you out of your misery and reveal the answer?
Nah I can't do that....
Keep trying. You never know you might stuble across the answer somewhere here on this page or back one page...??? Who knows....Ewwwwwwweerrrr.
:0)
#39 - Baby I love your way - Peter Frampton (also covered by Big Mountain and UB40 amongst others)?
How about that for a pinpoint perfect answer?
Nice one Ricky, a karma point is on the runway waiting to take off to you!
Who is the singer, composer and what is the title of the song?
LAST CHANCE SALOON for #9
Previously I said this:
Quote from: RobertBruce on November 21, 2011, 10:23:04 AM
...... I can promise you that you all do know the song. Some will have linked it to their broken heart and cried themselves to sleep. It was a massive hit and this is why I did not make it too easy for youze lot!
That is a huge hint/clue for you.
Want one last shot at getting the answers? OK for the final time, please name the singer and the song of #9
Sorry folks, despite the track being downloaded 63 times nobody has provided the correct answer.
Here it is:
The singer is Toni Braxton. The song is "Unbreak My Heart"
Who is this and what song is it?
Pinball Wizard - Peter Townshend - The Who?
Yoohoo you are correct. You have received a karma point.
Ricky you are just too good for me. I will seek out a challenge for you. I promise.
Meanwhile who is this and name the tune:
George Benson - On Broadway..?
Originally done by The Drifters..........
Quote from: Ricky Barron on November 25, 2011, 08:10:40 AM
George Benson - On Broadway..?
Yes Ricky, it is George Benson and "On Broadway". This track takes me back to summers on the beach at Camps Bay.
A karma point is hereby awarded to you sir!
Ricky,
The challenge was to find a track by a band or solo artist who you know of but whose music presents a challenge to identify in either MIDI or MP3 format.
The prize for correctly identifying the song and who sings it is five karma points. Yes five (5) points because I do not think you have a hope in hell of getting this answer correct within the time limit allowed.
RULES: To qualify for the prize, you need to correctly identify the title of the track and the artist/band who sing it. The time limit to provide your answers ends at 9pm SA time or 7pm UK time today.
Good Luck!
RB
Bad luck Ricky.
The answer is Frank Zappa singing "Montana"
Here is a link to YouTube to see Zappa perform the song.
http://youtu.be/eJN_uWaVRfo
The side story to this track is that I heard it played live on the night of 10th December 1971 by Zappa and his backing band "The Mothers of Invention" at the Rainbow Theatre, Finsbury Park, London.
This was the night he was pushed off stage by the jealous & irate boyfriend of a fan.
I saw it happen and it is as clear today as it was at the time it happened. The guy who did it timed the attack so well - he struck just as Zappa had finished an encore, "I Wanna Hold Your Hand", ( a tribute to The Beatles), and was in the act of removing his guitar by lifting the strap over his head.
I had a clear view of the stage and was watching Zappa when I saw a guy leave his seat and walk down the aisle on the right then up the unguarded steps to the stage. He was dressed in a black poloneck and black trousers. Nobody tried to stop him. I thought he was part of the crew. He them walked a few steps toward Zappa and from behind he shoved Zappa viciously while Frank had his arm up in the air removing the strap. Zappa was propelled off the stage into the deep orchestra it. Silence.
Then one of the Mothers still standing behind his mic after taking their bows, broke the stunned silnce and said "Is their a doctor in the house?". We were then ushered out. Outside the next audience for the later show were waiting to get in. Too bad, the gig was cancelled.
Here is what Zappa recalled of the incident:
"The band thought I was dead." says Frank in The Real Frank Zappa Book. "I had fallen fifteen feet down into a concrete-floored orchestra pit, my head was over on my shoulder and my neck was bent like it was broken. I had a gash in my chin, a hole in the back of my head, a broken rib and a fractured leg. One arm was paralyzed."
It was a miracle indeed that he was still alive. Whether you take the height of the fall as 10 feet (Miles, Frank Zappa - A Visual Documentary, p.55), 12 feet (Michael Gray, Mother! is the Story of Frank Zappa, p.107) or 15 feet (Frank, The Real Frank Zappa Book, p.114) it was a hell of a long way down. How had it happened?
"In those days," Frank explains, "I didn't carry a bodyguard; 'security' was supplied by the local promoters. In the case of this concert, the security consisted of two big West Indian guys, at either side of the stage. During the encore, they were off smoking reefer someplace.
Thank goodness the pressure is off! Sorry to let you down Robert, but I do not know that number. While I did listen to Zappa in the day, he was not one of my favourites....Oh well, maybe next time. Could have done with that cigar!
Quote from: Ricky Barron on November 26, 2011, 08:07:01 AM
Thank goodness the pressure is off! Sorry to let you down Robert, but I do not know that number. While I did listen to Zappa in the day, he was not one of my favourites....Oh well, maybe next time. Could have done with that cigar!
NTW me old mucker!
I'll do mainstream next time. Zappa is a once in a blue moon time to listen to and refresh one's appreciation for conservative rock. I call my taste conservative rock. Black Sabbath,Alice Cooper, Nirvana, Iron Maiden, Metallica, Nickleback, Clapton etc are not out on the avant garde fringes like Zappa.
Until next the next FANTAZIMIGORICAL challenge - rock on!
RB
Next up is a classic. Guess who sings it and the song's title
Papa was a rollin' stone Wherever he laid his hat was his home And when his died.........
Papa was a Rolling Stone - The Temptations
Wow that was quick Di!
Yes yes yes. You got it 100% correct and get a karma point for being so darned right.
Here's the next one.
Who is it and what's the song title?
Hello I Love You (won't you tell me your name) - The Doors!
Congratulations Ricky! The immortal Jim Morrison of The Doors singing "Hello I Love You" is the answer.
A karma points is awarded to you.
Here's the next one. Who is singing the song and what is the title of the song?
This is a really long shot - A Whiter Shade of Pale - Procol Harum?
Sorry Ricky it is not Procol Harem. Please keep trying.
New York state of mind Billy Joel
Holy Moly Mr Davis has hit the jackpot! Congratultions it is Billy Joel and New York State of Mind.
A karma point is on its way!
Now guess who is singing this and the name of the song.
Mariah Carey - I Can't Live (If Living Is Without You)
You got half the answer correct. You need to get it 100% correct.
Without You" is a song written by Pete Ham and Tom Evans of British rock group Badfinger, and first released on their 1970 album No Dice. The song has been recorded by over 180 artists,[1] and versions released as singles by Harry Nilsson (1971) and Mariah Carey
Di, you get a karma point. You are doing so well. Ricky has got competition!
Here is the new track - #44. Who sings it and what is the song title?
I doubt Ricky's got competition sorriso2 I just know the easy ones.
Keep it up Diana, let's show them what Table View teamwork can do!
OK then Team Table View, what is the answer to #44?
Um? Ladies first, over to you Diana.........!
Oh dear I do believe Team Table View are folding at the first attempt to provide their first correct answer! Heehee...tsk tsk.
You will kick yourselves when I reveal the answer later unless of course by some miraculous event, you suddenly click and the answer gets revealed to you. Looooserrrs, looooserrs.......!
Don't worry, being alone again isn't so bad. Maybe teamwork ain't your thing.
Um? No need to be the Gentleman Ricky sorriso2
I realy don't know...the tune is familiar but I aint getting it....not even picking up one word to google. hammer
Gibert O'Sullivan - Alone again ( naturally)
Mr Davis has done it again! Excellent. A karma point to you.
Di , didn't you see the big hint I left in my last post above? I wrote, "Don't worry, being alone again isn't so bad."
Tsk tsk
Ok I aint so bright ....I was going on "loooserrs being the hint :-)
No problem Diana, I had no idea either.....maar wag net! Its early days....!
Who performs this and what is the name of the track?
Herb Alpert - Rise!
Blerry fluke Mr Barron!
Congratulations for the speedy and correct answer. An unbiased karma is awarded to you and your ever so wonderful and unbimboish team mate Di!
Now now Roberto, play nicely! Actually have it on a party "tape" that I made in the early eighties (during my DJ days).
@Diana, I think we might have him spooked......!
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Me spooked? Pffft! Never......... errrr yeah well I was not counting on you having a tape from the eighties. Well done for being a good archivist.
.........did you hear that? I could have sworn I heard a cassette being rewound............?!
Who is this & name the song
AIr Supply - All out of love......
woo_hoo
Woo hoo!
Yes indeed. But your participation is invalidated.
Overt hints and tips by forum admin is disallowed. You forfeit ten karma.
But.... But.... I just gave you 4points for being a good bloke and all...... and anyhow i am not ashamed to say it, But Air Supply are one of my fav bands of all time.....
(http://www.sweetslyrics.com/images/img_gal/207_114376_f520.jpg)
Pssst! That is not something you should admit in public. Girlies can do it but blokes.............I don't think so. But have a point for being foolhardy enough to blurt out your unfliching support and devotion to muzak.
Rats, damn and double damn!! Just too late @#$%^
That guy on the right in the photo above - haven't I seen him somewhere before?
I know!
It is Ant (the taller presenter) from I AM A CELEBRITY GET ME OUT OF HERE! with hair....!!!!
Who is this and what is the track's title?
Just back from a wine route.....me brain all Shirazed out...... team Tab Le' View back to-morrow
OK I look forward to a refreshed Tab Le' View tomorrow...!
Meanwhile do let the good feelings stop - go get fully bladdered at Sandy's place.
Here's a reminder that track #17 still needs an answer. One exclusive karma point goes to the OMer who provides the correct answer.
Robert, I've got no idea at all. Sounds like a bit of a dirge to me...............
Mr V, a dirge? Oh dear! This is a track written by one of the world's most eminent award-winning musicians. I am certain you have heard and enjoyed his music many, many times over the years.
In the age of heavy metal like Black Sabbath, Deep Purple and Led Zeppelin, this musician was a complete breath of fresh air. Let's just say that I reckon that you and Mrs V have danced to music of his genre.
It looks as if nobody will get the answer to #17. Here is the answer:
It is the brilliant Latin/Rock musician Mr. Carlos Santana and the track is called "Europa"
Here is the track played live in concert http://tinyurl.com/3egqhwn
Who is the singer and what is the track title?
Rock Your Baby.....George Mc Crae
Luvvaduck the vinomeistress has done it again! Watch out Ricky, this is becomming a filliy's domain!
Congratulations Di, your very precious Karma point has been awarded.
Well then, here is your next MP3 challenge - who sings this and what is the track's title?
The answer to #55 is:"Confusion" by ELO (Electric Light Orchestra) written by Jeff Lynne.
Roy Wood was a founder member of the band and after leaving ELO he had a huge Xmas hit called "I Wish It Could Be Christmas Everyday" with his own band Wizzard.
Who is singing and what is the name of the song?
Dionne Warwick.......................... Do you Know the way to San Jose(http://i4.ytimg.com/vi/ORaYTsbYJjs/default.jpg)
Quote from: toonfandangl on December 08, 2011, 09:08:52 AM
Dionne Warwick.......................... Do you Know the way to San Jose
Afraid it is not the delightful Ms Dionne Warwick.
Any other guesses?
Marrakesh Express - Crosby, Stills & Nash
Quote from: davismj on December 08, 2011, 01:24:37 PM
Marrakesh Express - Crosby, Stills & Nash
Mr Davis - that is correct. A Karma is hereby awarded to you. Congratulations!
Who sang this song and what is the title?
Do that to me one more time - Captain and Tennille?
No it is not Ricky. Have another listen.
Hit me Baby One more time .....................Britney Spears
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Hey, Hey, Hey....Mr Toon Downunder that is 100% correct! A Karma will be awarded to you shortly.
Now, who is singing and what is the song's title?
Get down on it - Kool and the Gang
Whoa! Woot-woot! Pay attention folks, the Muzikmeister is in the house.
You are 100% correct Ricky. Congratulations, a Karma is on its way to you.
Have a good weekend everyone. I'll see you here on Monday.
Bye!
Happy Monday morning to you! Who sings the song and what is the title?
Supertramp - Bloody Well Right?
Ricky,
Yeah, You're bloody well right.......!! Congratulations. A karma is on its way to you.
RB
Who sings this and what is the song title?
Play that funky music - Wild Cherry
Well Mr Davis does it again! Brilliant. Yes it is Wild Cherry and Play That Funky Music.
A karma is on its way to you BUT for an extra point - who does their lead guitarist now play for?
Who sings this song and what is the title of the song?
OK game over for #56.
The track is "Last Train To London" by ELO (Electric Light Orchestra)
Click here to see and hear it in all its glory on You Tube! http://tinyurl.com/48x5rc
The track below is a difficult one to identify. You will have to persevere. This is your big test.
It is a movie theme. Which movie does it belong to?
After one listen the first thing that came to mind was The Pink Panther.....but I doubt it. Will have a good listen and think again later, if nobody else beats me to it :-)
Blade Runner.................................Harrison Ford..................................... image04
WOW!
Most excellent and correct answer toon!! Whooot. I thought this would be stumping everyone. What was it that made you k ow it was the theme from Bladerunner?
Congratulations.A Karna point will be awarded to you.
Who is the singer and name the song
Bruce Springsteen....Dancing in the Dark.
Mazeltov! That was soooooo quick!
Were you lurking in the background waiting for me to add the new track...??!!
A karma point to you Di.
Correct it is The Boss and Dancing in the Dark.
sorriso2 Lurking ...waiting for an easy one.
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When you talk of film Directors 'Riddley Scotts' films are unforgetable.
(http://ia.media-imdb.com/images/M/MV5BMTk3NzkwMjA3OV5BMl5BanBnXkFtZTYwMTIwOTk2._V1._SY190_CR2,0,128,190_.jpg) and yes thought it was worth more than one Cigar................................................. image04
Let's not forget the director gene runs in the family. Ridley is not the only movie director in the Scott family.
His brother Tony directed such hits as Top Gun, Beverly Hills Cop II, The Last Boy Scout, True Romance, Crimson Tide, Enemy of the State, Spy Game, Man on Fire, Déjà Vu, The Taking of Pelham 123, and Unstoppable.
Not a bad turn out of movie hits for one family is it?
Will you two stop nattering now and post the next one..... :ciupa1:
Who sings and what is the song title?
This is not the Xmas quiz. This is just a sommer maal julle werk voor die kersfees vakansie....!
Quote from: Diana Rudd (Boehme) on December 21, 2011, 02:06:27 PM
Will you two stop nattering now and post the next one..... :ciupa1:
Your wish was obeyed by your humble lad from 1st Avenue. Aaarghh!
Heart of Gold - Neil Young
Correct Ricky. Congratulations a karma has been awarded.
Drat Ricky beat me to it.....well at least Team Tab'le View still rules :-)
A very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you all. christmas-tree.gif
I'm still patiently waiting for the arrivel of my grandson hoping he doesn't choose New Years Eve to arrive....we don't need a drunk granny pitching up at Milnerton Medi. drinking-41 Perhaps I'll have to bring the New Year in with a cuppa Earl Grey. cat3
Sorry Diana, I thought it was my turn as you got the previous one! (We have to fine tune our strategy) But as you say, as a team we're unstoppable! Bring it on Broer Brucie!
I have been a member of many forums over the years but none have captured the spirit, the soul of a community like Oranjemund Online has.
Credit goes to all its members for making OMonline a welcoming experience and one that has grown and is bucking the trend by still attracting new members.
Without your participation, all this would count for nothing and Mike's hard work would not be properly recognised. So I want to thank Mike for all the work he has put into this site for us Oranjemunders. Thanks Mike!
Merry Christmas to you all and a Happy New Year!
Have fun!
Robert Bruce
We arrive at the final day of 2011 way too quickly. Where does time go.
Thank you all for participating during 2011 in the Midi Music Quiz. It has been fun and challenging. During 2012 I will broaden the musical genre to get some 'modern' music aired. We need the younge generation's input.
Afterall it was only yesterday that we 'wrinklies' were at the stage where we ridiculed Glenn Millar's big band sound while we perched on top of the Rec Club roof with noses pressed up against the fanlight windowpanes in awestruck shock at seeing our parents apparently "grooving out" below at the Diamond Ball while jiving, foxtrotting, writhing to the samba and conforming to the rigidity required by Strauss's waltz muziek!.
So without further ado, here is the final track for 2011. What is the title of the track and who sings it?
See you all tomorrow in 2012 for more Midi Music Quiz time! Happy New Year!
OK it seems Midid Quiz track #67 has beaten you all!
I will reveal the answers later today if and only if nobody posts a 100% correct answer.
Meanwhile, please keep trying because it could be you who begins the new year here at Oranjemnd Online by earning double karma points. What a start to 2012...??!
It is 1pm UK time and the time has come to reveal who the singer is and the title of the tune.
The singer is: Will Smith.
The song title is the soundtrack and hit single to the movie of the same name "Wild Wild West"
http://youtu.be/IEaX4ApC_EU
What is the song title and who sings it?
You Sexy Thing - Hot Chocolate?
Aaaah Les Barron has struck gold again! Yes it is Hot Chocolate and You Sexy Thing. A Karma point is on its way to you Ricky.
So tell us why didn't you have a go at track #67? I thought it would be so easy for you.
Congratulations, you are the first winner of the Midi Quiz in 2012.
NEXT:
Who is singing this and what is the name of the song?
Hound Dog - Elvis (long shot)
As for #67, Never heard it (not much of a movie buff, only know Will Smith from "The fresh prince of Belair"!
Sorry Ricky - it is not Elvis!
Didn't think so.........I know this number, quite a "nasally or high pitched voice" but I've got the tune running around in my head!!
HELP DIANA!!!
No the song is not "Help Diana" nor is the singer called "Help Diana".
So Team Tab La Veu is not working too well today? Try again.
Shall I put you guys out of yur misery and reveal the answers to #69 ?
I really do know this one, and it's driving me mad! How about a clue?
Oh dear, Ricky is feeling the heat on this challenge. Sorry but clues will only come canned with the Midi Quiz challenges from February. And even then, you'll have to make a very, very compelling request for one.
Until then you are on your own!
Bon chance mon ami...!
As hard as it may seem, I have been thinking.
I am wondering if providing you with clues is the right thing to do. By providing clues I could easily lead you up the garden path and going up into the country just to keep the difficulty level status intact. This in itself is not the right thing to do but the temptation is compellingly strong.
However, being devoid of all things self-centred (do fairies really exist?!), I can't do this. And to safeguard against any inherent weakness, I think it best that a do not provide clues. This type of 'game' is here to provide a test of your abilities that stretches you to recall the singer and the tune. For example, I do not use the Beatles songs. They are way too easy to recognise even as individuals.
I know you have the ability, skill and melodic memories to arrive at the correct answers. However if you have a different opinion and would prefer me to help by way of clues, then please let me know.
Meanwhile - keep trying to guess who #69 is and what the name of the song is.
Going up in the country - Canned Heat!
Am still trying to work out "the clues you didn't give us"! Garden path - flower children? Fairies - hallucination? Nothing about a suburb in Cape Town - Woodstock? Now I can finally get some sleep!!!
Quote from: Ricky Barron on January 06, 2012, 04:01:46 PM
Am still trying to work out "the clues you didn't give us"! Garden path - flower children? Fairies - hallucination? Nothing about a suburb in Cape Town - Woodstock? Now I can finally get some sleep!!!
Me give out clues? Never.............! I deny that. Prove it.
Slanderous. Scandalous. Hearsay.
But you get a karma point just the same. Well done Ricky. Did you like the breadcrumb trail?
Breadcrumb trail? What breadcrumb trail? Not a clue in sight, a total misunderstanding!
As you say, all heresay!
The breadcrumb trail...
Quote from: RobertBruce on January 06, 2012, 08:11:33 AM
Oh dear, Ricky is feeling the heat on this challenge. Sorry but clues will only come canned with the Midi Quiz challenges from February. And even then, you'll have to make a very, very compelling ......
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I am wondering if providing you with clues is the right thing to do. By providing clues I could easily lead you up the garden path and going up into the country just to keep the difficulty level status intact. This in itself is not the right thinng to do but the temptation is compellingly strong.
Almost looks like some kind of clue to me, and that would be "slanderous, scandalous and heresay"! Breadcrumbs - bah and humbug!
Keeping our flag flying high Ricky.....I'll be back soon to give it a shot. Just waiting for things to quiet down here. Busy playing granny granny and my Morgan starts big school on Wednesday.
New-Year2
Hurry back Diana! I think Mr. Bruce (whom I have the utmost respect for) is out to get me, but I'm sure he will go easier on a genteel, well respected "Granny".
Quote from: Ricky Barron on January 07, 2012, 03:20:55 PM
Hurry back Diana! I think Mr. Bruce (whom I have the utmost respect for) is out to get me, but I'm sure he will go easier on a genteel, well respected "Granny".
Me go easy on a 'genteel' granny? What pills you taking? Happy ones? Bwahaahaahahahaa!
Now wrap yourself up around this tune and tell me who sings it and what is it called.......
And be quick about it or the granny gets it!
Me go easy on a 'genteel' granny? What pills you taking? Happy ones? Bwahaahaahahahaa!
.You want a fat smack Mr Bruce........ We are Family, I got all my sisters with me, We are Family....
Sister Sledge - We are Family.
So Ricky, here is a genteel granny stealing a move on you and offering me a 'fat smack' as part of the package! I like it. The granny's got gumption.
Di, you are so correct. Congratulations it is Sister Sledge and "We are family"
A karma point has been awarded and a bonus will come your way for beating Ricky to it....!
WHo sings this song and what is the title?
Here's a clue.....................................http://youtu.be/hpkitLUbeEg
And don't you dare say I do not give clues!!
Due to the massive clue here, nobody can qualify for the karma point for getting Heart singing their massive hit called "Barracuda"
WHo sings and what is the title of the song
Barry White......You my first,my last my everything. (I think)
Quote from: Diana Rudd (Boehme) on January 11, 2012, 03:00:49 PM
Barry White......You my first,my last my everything. (I think)
You think correct!
Congratulations you have been awarded a karma point. It is Barry White and his huge international hit "You are my alles en sovoorts...etc etc..!"
Who sings this and what is the song title?
Relax (don't do it) - Frankie goes to Hollywood
Correct Ricky! A karma point has been awarded. Congratulations!
It is clear that I need to really test your abilities. Stay tuned because I will upload a tune later on today.
OK so I am hard pressed to find a suitably difficult track!
Who is singing and what is the title of the song?
Never can say goodbye - The Communards
Sorry Patricia! Not correct.
But I appreciated the attempt so I am giving you a karma point for having a great go.
notfair ... I'm outta here ... ThatStinks2
Don't give up Patricia, I think you're very close......Those words are also running around in my head!
It hurts I know. But if it's not correct it is not correct.
Do not give up.
TIP: it is not a band. It is the first cover version from the original. And the original version was by a band. The version I want is the global charting one by................
Patricia,
Please keep in mind that I never give a karma for an answer that is too far off being correct. Your answer was.......well, shall we say - a serious contender for another karma if nobody else gets it correct before you do.
And you will get it correct. :0)
Never can say goodbye - Gloria Gaynor?
Was it the Jackson 5 version?
Ricky, you are correct. Gloria Gaynor is the version I needed. So you get a karma as does Patricia for naming the original Jackson 5. I never thought anyone would do so power to you Patricia. Excellent!
Sorry for the delay in responding to you folks - power cut since yesterday afternoon. No wi-fi or cellphone as could not charge it. More importantly -no TV to watch Grey's Anatomy.
PS: It is now 10:13am and still no electric. Went for a drive to charged my iPhone a little bit. This is what modern technology is all about especially out here in the Berkshire bundu! And the government wants us to have "Superfast Broadband".....what good is it when the electrics don't work?!
PPS: Electric is back at 10:41am
Here is a very, very difficult challenge. I do not think you will be able to identify the song despite it being a modern classic.
Who sings this song and what is the name of the song?
There will be no clues made available for Midi Quiz #74 except to remind you that you have heard this haunting song many times previously but most likely have not paid it any attention.
Hot(1)
Count me out I don't have the slightest clue.
Di,
You will know it. Do not give up trying to solve it. Keep on going. Listen carefully and you will pick up a repeating riff. It is a great song.
Get Team Tab La Vue working on it!
Midid Quiz #74 needs solving. Does anyone have an inkling of who sings the song and what the name of the song is?
C'mon people, just have a go!
OK here is the answer:
The band is called The Verve
The song is called,"The Drugs Don't Work"
Have a listen here: http://tiny.cc/rw51s
Like We Would Have Known That Mr Bruce. 23_146_26
I agree with my erudite teammate - Who the hell are they? - A modern day classic? Balderdash!
Who sings this and what is the title of the song?
That's just the way it is - Bruce Hornsby
Yo! Patricia is a winner...!!! Whooooot!
Congratulations Patricia a well earned karma point will be awarded to you at once.
abouttime cat3 cat3 cat3
Good things come to those who wait!
Who sings this and what is the title of the song?
You're no good - Linda Ronstadt (also done by Van Halen)
WOOOHOOOOO....! CONGRATULATIONS!
Ricky is a winner.
It is Linda Ronstadt singing You're No Good.
Who sings the song and what is the title of the song?
It's too late - Carole King
Congatulations Ricky! You are correct it is Carole King and It's Too Late
A karma point has been awarded.
Who sings the song and what is the title of the song?
MC Hammer - U (You) can't touch this
Congatulations Ricky! You are correct it is MC Hammer and U Can' Touch This.
A karma point has been awarded.
Who sings the song and what is the title of the song?
Beasty Boys - Fight for your right..?
Jislaaik Mr Barron! You got it in one! How the heck....
You must hve it in your collection.
Yes it is The Beastie Boys and Fight for Your Right (to Party)
A karma point has been added.
Are you still a memeber of Team La Tab Le Vue?
Most indeedly! Once a Tab La Vuerian, always a Tab La Vuerian! (In fact we are thinking of strengthening our team with a couple of props and a hooker)! My esteemed partner, who takes control of the night shift, just happens to to be doing grandmotherly things at the moment. Once she gets back in the saddle, I'll take a break...........So give it your best shot!
By the way, I hope "a memeber" is not a rude British word?
Who sings the song and what is the title of the song?
Give me help Diana, help Diana, I need your help Diana, till the morning comes........
He's got me..............HELP
Sorry I'm stumped as well......probably some obscure "Verve" type song. I realy haven't a clue. image061
Want a clue?
It seems you're spending a lot of time in "outer space" lately, are you sure this is an "Earth" song?
This is a very earthy song. I was gobsmacked when I first learned who sings this song.
are-you-there Mr Bruce.....team Tab Le View doesn't know this one soooooo if we don't ..... nobody else will......next one please and I'll have something I know please...... smiley-hug008.gif
Ground Control to Major Tom......over and out.
Okidoki Di!
I have to say that I really, really like this track. Not the one with the vocals on it - this one! The piano breaks and the beat are sooooo good.
Anyway, the song is called "What's My Name" sung by Snoop Dogg.
:wow1: Would never have got that in a million years 3d smiles(281)
Who sings the song and what is the title of the song?
This wouldn't be a double bluff on "Ground control to Major Tom" would it?
David Bowie - Let's Dance?
Quote from: Ricky Barron on January 28, 2012, 09:27:53 AM
This wouldn't be a double bluff on "Ground control to Major Tom" would it? David Bowie - Let's Dance?
Sorry - you arewrong on a couple of levels and it is way too early for me to attempt a single bluff let alone a double shot at it!
Queen - Under Pressure
Yip...me thinks you right...Rick'ling...... woo_hoo
You two are good at this but oh so very wrong...!
C'mon think it through while listening to it. Focus on the rythym.
What rhythm? It's a monotonous beat...sounds just like the start of the Queen song (also performed with David Bowie)! Are you sure you have the right number?
@ Di'ling.....I think he's trying to put us under pressure
Huh?! Me pressurise Team Tab Le Vue who do not recognize such mortal foibes like 'pressure' or 'stress'?
Nah, I am not pressurising you at all. Only you can pressurise yourselves.
There is a rythym and yes, the track does contain similar chord sequences to Under Pressure and probably also Mr Bowie's material. But I have the correct track by the correct artisit and you two have my permission to kick each other'sbutts when I reveal who sings it and what the song is called.
Do you give up?
Please say yes......!
Vanilla Ice - Ice Ice Baby!
yippeee!
Ricky you star! Wonderful, it is Vanilla Ice singing "Ice Ice Baby"!
A karma goes to you.
Rock on Ricky.....!
It's amazing how similar it is to "Under Pressure"! Ice Ice Baby is the tune used in a beer ad in SA, so I knew it, but the similarity between it and Queen was quite baffling, but there you go..........I have aged considerably since you took over this topic!!
Oh dear! Ricky I am so sorry to be the cause of your premature ageing. But I can take comfort in the fact that back in our OPS days you were older than me. And now 40 years later - you still are older than me............! YIPPPEEEEE!
;0) Heeheehee!
And just by pure coincidence I have a song here that will very gently swoop you back to those good old days when music was music and Strauss waltzes and the Polka were the vogue..........!
So without further ado, who croons this song and what is its title?
Anyone who had a heart - Written by Burt Bacharach for Dionne Warwick (also sung by Cilla Black, Dusty Springfield and a few more I would guess)
Ricky - you got the song correct soo get a karma but for a bonus - which of those singers really brought the song to international attention?
Hint: I am not after Dione Warwick.
Cilla Black?
Wowzer..!! You got it first time! Congratulations.
A bonus karma is on its way to you now.
Yes Cilla hit the real international spotlight with the song.
Update: Ricky, The forum rules say I have to wait an hour before being permitted to award you your bonus karma. So I'll do this when I get to the office.
Have a good day!
Who sings this song and what is the song title?
Long Shot........There's a kind of hush - Herman's Hermits/The Carpenters
Yowza! Ricky and his long-shot is correct. It is Hermans Hermits and There's a kind if hush.
Take a karma Ricky! Nice one ...!
Who sings this song and what is the title of the song?
If you love somebody set them free - Sting
Yesirree it is Sting. And it is If You Love Someone Set Them Free.
A karma is hereby awarded to Mr Barron for excellence in identifying the songs and the singers.
Yebo! Well done Ricky!
Who sings this song and what is the title of the song?
This track might present a 75% difficulty level! Geniet.
Ciao..!.
An absolute flyer..........................
You've made me so very happy - Blood Sweat and Tears (also Gloria Estefan and Lou Rawls I believe)
Quote from: Ricky Barron on February 03, 2012, 11:25:24 AM
An absolute flyer.................
And a karma point is absolutely the only correct award for your answer! Don't you just love it when those long shots are right.
OK so it seems I have made it too easy for you. Mmmm, I'll have to hunt down some truly hard tracks to identify!
Stay tuned to see if you can answer the next Midi Quiz!
And to keep you in the mood while I find a suitablt difficult track that'll test your modern music knowledge, who sings this song and what is the title of the song?
I DOESN"T KNOW.......come now post something I know the last one I knew was the Herman Hermits one which my esteemed team-mate got to before me. I'S NOT SO BRIGHT LATELY ThatStinks2
Di you will shine bright forever and ever.
Hi My Di, I agree with Robert! I was holding back hoping you (or someone else) would get it............but seeig as nobody wants it, I'll go for
Ride like the wind - Christopher Cross
Once again Ricky playa a masterful and expert tactical game....
Congratulation maestro! Tes it is Christopher Cross and Ride Like The Wind!
A karma is being beamed up to you!
Who sings this song and what is the song title?
The answer is Debbie Boone singing her big hit "You Light Up My Life".
Debbie is the daughter of Pat Boone.
Who sings this song and what is the tile of the song?
Manic Monday.......The Bangles
Woooooohoooooooooooo!
Well done DI!
So quick too. Did tannie eat her Weetbix this morning....??!
You got it right. It is The Bangles and Manic Monday.
A karma will be applauded to you now!
Who sings this song and what is the song title?
Sounds like the theme from Cheers, "Everybody knows your name"
Yeah - all tunes have a pub theme for Mike............Bwahaahaaa!
It couldn't be another Christopher Cross number could it - Sailing?
Perchance "Sailing" performed by 'N Sync?
No Ricky it is not "Sailing" by 'N Sync.
Who is/were N'Sync?
Ah Ah Ah...... Robert there was a band in the '90's called "N SYNC come now old boy :-) The only Sailing song I know is by Rod Stewart....only 'cos it's A "our song". I realy "doesn't" know the answer to this one. drinking-41
Afraid I vaguely recall the name 'N Sync but not their memorable music! And this is not Rod. Now his music was good. I remember being given a freebie ticket to a Rod and The Faces concert at Oxford back in the early 1970's.
My opinion of him at the time was that he was aimed at the teenibopper market and as I had a free ticket I thought I'd go and suss him out. THis was the time when Ronnie Laine (bassist) was progressivley getting iller with MS to continue on the tour and so the band got a Japanese bass player in to cover for him.
Anyway - I had my socks blown off that night! I was amazed at their repertoire and how well they rocked. I was hooked and still am a fan.
Rod's Sailing is not this Sailing. It is someone elses's Sailing!
If it's not Christopher's "Sailing" and it's not Rod's "Sailing" and its's not "N Sync's "Sailing", how about Avante's "Sailing?
Sorry, that should be Avant........sounds eerily like Michael Jackson!
Ricky - Apologies! On my laptop I did not see your post "Posted by: Ricky Barron « on: 11-02-2012, 10:02:24" where you got the correct singer.
You are correct it is Christopher Cross. He also penned what other famous hit from a movie theme? An apology karma will be added after an hour from now to go with your winners entry.
Robert..............
My chemist says that I should thank you for his vacation in the Seychelles, paid for by the stress related tablets that I am now consuming by the mouthful!
As answer to your last query..........
Arthur - Arthur's Theme (Best that you can do)?
Aaaah indeed it is Arthur's Theme. A pleasant movie. Would have preferred the femail lead to have been a contemporary actress other than Liza Minelli.
She was not my cup of te in that role. Once a caberet singer, stay a caberet singer!
Who sings this song and what is the song title?
Another long shot..............
Deep purple - Smoke on the water?
Wow Ricky - orry it's a no. But I like the thinking. The riff is the thing.
Let me put you lot out of your misery!
The song is Black Sabbath's "Iron Man"
Rats!
No Ricky. It's Iron Man.... not Rats! Heehee
Nothing for the weekend old Cock?
Quote from: Ricky Barron on February 18, 2012, 09:51:14 AM
Nothing for the weekend old Cock?
Most certainly me 'ol mukka for I serve at your command!
Who sings this song and what is the song title?
Pick me Pick me....I know one........The Rose - Bette Midler
Are you absolutely certain? 100% sure?
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Di you are 1000% correct!
Yippeeee! You get the karma point!
@Di - Spot on pardner!
sorriso2 I've been realy stuck with the last few. I couldn't have even guessed them.
First person to get the correct answer gets awarded a karma that has been blessed by Maharishi Yohesh Guru and a ultra-special bonus: Take Auntie Di to Sandy's plek there by Woodstock and share a bottle of Shiraz which you will buy as a treat for Di.
Only 100% correct answers will be considered for the honour of accompanying Di to Frangipani. Best behaviour is also required. Here are the rules:
- No suiping direct from the bottle without wiping the bottleneck carefully and thoroughly first
- no honking in the gutter outside Frangipani's
- no singing anywhere at anytime
- zero vloekheid
- no mixing dops when the wine runs out
- no swiping Di's ciggies or borrowing her cellphone to call your chommies in Australia
- no getting fresh with other ladies or men at Frangipani or anywhere that you accompany Di
- no skopping the dog
- absolutely no boring talk about rugby, fishing or any sport Di does not like
- no bragging about anything especially about daar onder
- no offering Di a dream holiday at Knysna lagoon, Plett or Langebaan
Who sings this song and what is the song title?
The Ballad of John and Yoko - The Beatles
So you treating me then Robert. are-you-there smiley-hug008.gif
Quote from: Diana Rudd (Boehme) on February 20, 2012, 10:00:56 PM
The Ballad of John and Yoko - The Beatles
So you treating me then Robert. are-you-there smiley-hug008.gif
..............Diana and her driver!!!!!!
sorriso2 Best I don't forget my driver (she doesn't drink that much) perhaps we can even throw Ricky into the mix
Thanks Diana, but actually, had you not answered so quickly I would have had the honour of taking you (and your driver) wining and dining at Sandy's spot! However it would have been extremely difficult to uphold the strict criteria (11 commandments) governing the rendezvous! Should our esteemed Quiz Master offer a modicum of latitude, a plan can still be made!
The Rules ............./continued
- Thou shalt not converse with Di unless you are shouted at in the first instance
- You will repeat 20 times per half hour for being honoured by the presence of Di," Wow, thou art truly marvelous to behold"
- For suggesting any rule changes thee losest thine Karma points 2 fold per hour
- Partaking of the juice of the vine will bring you and Di much merriment. Fake it (the merriment),and you lose a limb!
- Thou shalt remain at Di's beck and call two hours before and one full hour after conveying her home from Sandy's plek
- These rules are inviolate and remain sacrocanct at all times during the gig
- Thou shalt be Di's bodyguard and take one for the team
- What that one is shall be for Di to decide
And Verona the driver is also to be afforded all the courtesy and protection contained in the rule except for one. She buys her own non-alcoholic grog!
;0)
Now focus here folks.
WHo sings this song and what is the title of the song?
(In a) White Room - Cream (Clapton)
PS: I can live with the Rules................../continued!
@ Ricky.....I knew the tune but like hell could I think who sung it or what it was called. Reading your answer I say "of course yes dah". Rules.....after 2 glasses of Shiraz....rules don't apply anymore.
Quote from: Ricky Barron on February 22, 2012, 12:34:47 PM
(In a) White Room - Cream/Clapton
Got to give it to you Ricky! He played lead and sang lea while in Cream and when he went solo. Nice one sir!
A karma will be awarded shortly.
Di, what is you favourite type of music?
The quiz participants are too good. They know their stuff.
And so they need some serious challenges to give their memories a serious shake-up.
Tonight I will upload the first of a series of tunes to cause you maximum discomfort and to have you castigate yourselves for not guessing the singer or the song.
Until then, relax the brain, hone up your memories and get ready!
I think White Room was sang by Jack Bruce on both the single and on the Wheels on Fire album.
Jack also co wrote it and was Creams usual vocalist
Yes you are correct. The track I selected was Clapton's version. And for the splendid historical factoids Mike, you get a Karma point.
Who sings this song and what is the title of the song?
A shot in the dark............
Janie's got a gun - Aerosmith
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Ricky - you need to stop shooting in the dark! You are too good....!
Try daylight for a change. Please...?!!
Yes it is Aerosmith and Janie's Got A Gun
CONGRATULATIONS!
I salute you sir! And a karma is crawling its way to you!
Who sings this song and what is the title of the song?
I do not know - I only know easy ones OK!!! 23_146_26
Di, it is all relative. One man's meat is another man's poison.
I am sorry if the tracks appear to be difficult for you to recognise. If this was a quiz for classical music I would not k ow a Debussy from a Benjamin Britten or a Bach from a Puccini. They all sound the same to my ears.
Only because I do not relate to the genre. There was not a profound event to connect my mind to the classics like there was the free Rolling Stones concert at Hyde Park which got me to 'connect' with the Blues and Rock genres.
Strange thing is that I know Handel's laborious five hours or more long "Messiah" oratorio better than I know 1980's - 2010 Brit,USA and ZA pop music.
If it doesn't resonate, it is lost on me. Not that Handel really resonated. I recall it only because I lost the will to live after two hours of it.....!
OH alright then.....I'll take my poison. arse drinking-41
Very frustrated.......I recognise this from way back!
Is it...............Takin' it to the streets - Doobie Brothers?
Ah thats why I don't know it...I'm to young sorriso2
Ricky - why be frustrated when you get the answer 100% correct???! Yohooo you did it! Well done. However I think Di played her part and influenced your gray cells and testosterone more than you think?!
Tat was not a tune you'd readily associate with the Doobie Brothers so that is a really good answer. Verrrry nice indeed.
A point is hologramming its way to you now!
And a karma point to Di for looking so darned graceful in her profile pic!
sorriso2 I hold my drink well. drinking-41
Why I was frustrated is that I haven't listened to the Doobie Brothers for so long and the melody had an almost "Santana" sound to it, and I must say it only sounded vaguly like "Takin to the streets". But I have to agree, It was Lady Di's pic that spurred me on! Now for a sedative..............
Who sings this song and what is the title of the song?
This definitely has a "Santana" sound to it........
Santana - Oye Coma Va?
No cigar for Ricky.
Groove - Carlos Santana?
Not even a Habana cigar!
What about a "Smooth" Mexican cigar? (featuring Rob Thomas)
Smooth is fine by me! Yippeee Ricky you got it.
Yes a Smooth groove by Carlos Santana wins it for Ricardo Montoya Barron!
So it took a while to hit the groove to come up with Smooth. Hey, you got there.
A karma has been plonked into your tin cup!
Who sings this song and what is the title of the song?
Born to be wild - Steppenwolf?
That man in the leathers with a Harley by his side is Ricky!
BORN TO BE WILD by STEPPENWOLF is correct.
Your Karma point is metamorphasising itself to co-join you as I type.
Who sings this song and what is the title of the song?
Van Halen - Jump
Good day Mr. Bruce are-you-there
Sorry Ricky, I have been pushing eighteen hour days this week. Extreme I know but work is seriously hectic.
Do you want to know if the answer is correct?
It's correct Ricky..........................................................(http://www.oranjemundonline.com/Forum/Smileys/Morty%27s%20Set/image04.gif)
Yes it is. A karma has been awarded.
I need my weekend fix! image061
Who sings this song and what is the title of the song?
OK so we did not set the world alight by creating a new record BUT twenty-three of you most excellent music lovers and Midi Quiz supporters did download the track to listen.
What a fantastic response and I thank you from the bottom of my heart for the support showed.
THE ANSWER: The track is called "You Ain't Woman Enough" sung by Loretta Lynn
Good Grief!
Now why on earth did you think I'd know that........ drinking-41
Wellllllll....... I thought Mr Voden would know.
Copied over to new page 19
Who sings this song and what is the title of the song?
Long shot..............
Bob Dylan - If not For You?
Ricky - no more long shots You are so wide of the mark.
Who sings this song and what is the title of the song?
For ease of access I have copied Midi Quiz #95 here. As per my two PC's this is page nineteen (19).
The answer to Midi Quiz #95 is:
The Dixie Chicks and their hit "There's Your Trouble"
I'm a bit doff lately,,,,haven't even been able to guess the last few....listened to them.... ever hopefull...but alas. image061
Quote from: Diana Rudd (Boehme) on March 20, 2012, 01:56:27 PM
I'm a bit doff lately,,,,
No you are not. Lame excuse.
I know a remedy - a chilled bottle of Shiraz. This is a cure-all especially for those very clever people who want us to believe they are not.
Who sings this song and what is the title of the song?
Tip for Di: Do not mix the drinks!
I know my long shots aren't working, but I have to try.................
Devil Woman - Marty Robbins (also sung by Dickey Lee)
I am glad you took a shot at it and regret it is the wrong answer.
Tequila - The Ventures. ??????
Nice try Di but no cigar!
Your "hints" seem to suggest there is alcohol involved?
Tequila Sunrise - The Eagles?
(a short shot)
sorriso2 Thats what Stephen said it was Ricky.
You are both wrong.
Jeez, Team Tab Le Vue isn't doing too great. C'mon people get in the game.
Two Pina Calados and something about reaching dry land
Beach Boys
Mammas and Pappas
Jagermeister Blues - Mike and the Alexanders.
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Alfred - Mmmm I like the pinocaldas but alas Di has also got it wrong! And because I like Alfred's trekker I think a karma point is due!
JAGERMESITER BLUES? Wat op aarde..?!
How about..............
"A Shot in the Dark" by "Casey and The Sundowners"!
No it is Garth Brooks singing "Two Piña Colados"
Who sings this song and what is the title of the song?
Shake your Booty - KC and the Sunshine Band?
Too quick Ricky but alas it is not. Have another go. Do it!
Last chance saloon.....anyone want to have a go at answering the midi quiz? The answer will be published tomorrow.
Quote from: Robert Bruce on April 08, 2012, 05:35:08 PM
Last chance saloon.....anyone want to have a go at answering the midi quiz? The answer will be published tomorrow.
OK so I gave you an extra day to try and get Kool & The Gang singing Jungle Boogie
There are only four more Midi Quiz tracks to go before I retire as the Midid Quiz Appie. If you want to carry on hosting this thread as the Midi Quiz Wizard, please let me or Michael Alexander know.
Who sings this and name the song?
Shania Twain - Man! I feel like a woman
And Mr D gets the karma point! Congratulations Mike.
I need to make the songs tougher! You get them too easy.
Sorry for not being here lately! Will upload a new track when I get home tomorrow night.And yeah, it will be an easy one......bwahahahaaa!
Not.
Who sings this song and what is it called?
Feelings - First performed by Morris Albert
Over the next few years "Feelings" was performed by many other vocalists including Ella Fitzgerald, Nina Simone, José José, Caetano Veloso, Frank Sinatra, Engelbert Humperdinck, Shirley Bassey, Glen Campbell, The O'Jays, Sarah Vaughan, Walter Jackson, Sergey Penkin, Dobie Gray and Johnny Mathis.
Take you pick!
Quote from: Ricky Barron on April 22, 2012, 11:33:07 AM
Feelings - First performed by Morris Albert
Over the next few years "Feelings" was performed by many other vocalists including Ella Fitzgerald, Nina Simone, José José, Caetano Veloso, Frank Sinatra, Engelbert Humperdinck, Shirley Bassey, Glen Campbell, The O'Jays, Sarah Vaughan, Walter Jackson, Sergey Penkin, Dobie Gray and Johnny Mathis.
Take you pick!
Why thank you Ricky! Mighty nice of you to lay out such a delicious smorgasbord of delicious talent to select from.
Am spoiled for choice and am darned if I don't see the right answer in there. I guess I'll have to turn my attention to the salad bar...!
Meanwhile you are welcome to have another go at answering.
Ag nee man!
Perry Como?
Lady...............Kenny Rogers..............then................... Lionel Richie
Lady, Im your knight in shining armor and I love you
You have made me what I am and I am yours
My love, theres so many ways I want to say I love you
Let me hold you in my arms forever more
You have gone and made me such a fool
Im so lost in your love
And oh, we belong together
Wont you believe in my song?
Lady, for so many years I thought Id never find you
You have come into my life and made me whole
Forever let me wake to see you each and every morning
Let me hear you whisper softly in my ear
In my eyes I see no one else but you
Theres no other love like our love
And yes, oh yes, Ill always want you near me
Ive waited for you for so long
Lady, your loves the only love I need
And beside me is where I want you to be
cause, my love, theres somethin I want you to know
Youre the love of my life, youre my lady!
Oops, I was way off track, please accept my apologies!
Alfred id da man! Who da man? Alfred's da man!
Congratu;ations for the correct answer - Kenny Rogers singing 'Lady'
A karma has been added to your tally.
I'll post the new track a little later on after dinner.
Sorry for the spelling! I'm using a wireless keyboard that does not respond to fast typing .... Yeah well I must blame something other than my fingers....! ;0)
Who sings this song and what is the song's title?
You're My World........Helen Reddy or Cilla Black or Glen Campbell (They all sing it)
You're my world, you're every breath I take
You're my world, you're every move I make
Other eyes see the stars up in the sky
But for me they shine within your eyes
As the trees reach for the sun above
So my arms reach out to you for love
With your hand resting in mine
I feel a power so divine
You're my world, you are my night and day
You're my world, you're every prayer I pray
If our love ceases to be
That is the end of my world for me
Next Saturday 2:19pm at Frangipani you need to get up on a table and sing this song to me. Just for me! Sandy to provide the backing track and harmonies.
Congratulations Di, you are spot on. Cilla Black made this her big hit.
The karma point is yours.
Seriously...you going to be there ?????? Will then chat to my driver Verona......Perhaps "The Barron" could join us as well.
Sorry - I did not mean to get you excited....!
Regret I will not be there but I can be via Skype. Anyone with Skype on a laptop can connect with me here for free via live video link. Even the smartpphone version will do. I do regular video calls into Houstom Texas and the cell-phone was used to show me around the new house.
Skype is a very effective way to communicate and stay in touch. Being overseas and so far away and 'isolated' waiting for news via the Union Castle mailship is now consigned to history.
Seriousy, Skyping is used at any moment during the day. Gossip no longer gets emailed or tweeted. Now it is repeated face to face on Skype. Much better to hear it that way.
So sorry Di. One day soon I will be there wih my son, you and Sandy and all the Cape Town based Oranjemunders. Heck we can then Skype in the McCreedy's and anyone else from OM who now lives in the diaspora. Tony Hockney can be there at Frangi pani too.
And this links in with a new project I am doing with my old domain iScatterlings.net which I am resurrecting. I heard some radio DJ in the USA announce iScatterlings as 'eyescatterlings! What a tosser! They cannot even pronounce Carlos correctly. Why does the O in USA have to be pronounced as "oh"?
Like in. "oh my gawsh that there is a reeeel fine plate of grits you got there..."?
Arses!
Great Idea Robert....but for the moment ThatStinks2
Now your PM in makes sense....
I skyped with both Georg in Germany last week and my uncle in Australia.... in fact my uncle and myself both happened to be drinking from Grouse at the same time.... how's that for being family....
Toilet-Reading
allgood
But you never offered me a drink.......it was a very dry chat 23_146_26
maybe me a bit old fashioned or suffer from information overload ,, I like the internet , I can duck in and out ,,, take refuge from the busy world I live in ,,, Cherry remarked the other day that having two interests can make one have no life ,, I see it differently ,, I have plenty of life , just not enough of me to go around ,,, ha ha ,, I hear friends with their blackberries and smartphones bewailing the fact that they overloaded with info mail etc ,, cos the phone has all features switched on it constantly bombards ,, me i stick to normal phone for calls and messages , camera for pics and laptop for internet and email ... so yes skype to me is still a ............
SandyB is seeking two old Heinz Baked bean tins and a very long piece of string as his new and updated communications devise.......!
Or maybe a coupla ponies, saddlebags and a few serious hombre's to gallop on the ponies between CT and OM..........?!
Hoorah! The 100th Midi Quiz track has arrived and is dedicated to Di and all the Oranjemund women who put up with incredible deprivations to raise us kids and provide such incredible support to their men through all that the harsh Namib and South West coast could chuck at them.
Rock on ladies!
What is the name of this song and who sings it?
"How Deep Is Your Love"
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..........and here we observe the softer, warmer, fuzzier and as yet the unrevealed soppy70's disco raving underbelly of the toonfanangl a much malaligned creature who is often compared in error to the Tasmanian Devil...............!!!!
Congrats Toon! A karma has been awarded.
Now let's see if you can get this one correct?!
Who sings this song and what is the track title?
OK people - tie to put you out of your misery.
Track #103 is called Cosmic Girl by Jamiroquai.
Onto the next one.....................
Who sings this song and what is the song's title?
Time is up! The answer will be posted here tomorrow morning.
The answer to Midi Quiz #102 is:
Culture Club (Boy George) singing "Church of the Poison Mind"
So how many of you now remember this song.............?
Not I...... No1
Hokay mes ami, ca' va?
Who sings this song and what is the track title?
At last something I know....... Your Mama don't Dance - Kenny Loggins
Karma point awarded to you Di! Excellent. It is Kenny Loggins.
Who sings this song and what is the track title?
Donna Summer - I feel love?
Ricky, you'll really know it's a Donna Summer track when I out one up. This is not but the era is correct. Nice try.
Well I reckon Ricky Barron is going to kick himself very hard (..Einaaa!) when I announce the answer later today to Midi Quiz #99
He so knows this song....Heehee and BWahaahaahaahaahaahaa lekker lag!
Sorry Ricky but the tears are starting to well up with laughter at the thought of you skopping the living daylights out of yourself! Oh so ouch!
Ciao for now! See youze later.
The answer to Midi Quiz #99 is@
KC & The Sunshine Band singing "Shake Your Booty"
Who sings this and waht is the exact name of the song?
I Know - Bob Marley ?????
Sorry Di, it is not Bon Marley or even a song penned by him.
Have another go.
Do you Really Want to Hurt me
Culture Club
Boy Goerge
Congratulations. Alfred proves that being a Boy George groupie all these years certainly pays off! Yessir that is a 100% correct answer Alfred. It is Boy George as part of Culture Club singing "Do You Really Want To Hurt Me."
Those were the days of girlie blokes hey?! A karma point has been added Alfred.
I reckon you need to be as ancient, wise in all things musical, be expert at playing the triangle, have the patience of Job with a constantly updating ecyclopeadic musical memory chip at the core of your brain just like our buddy Ricky has in order to fathom out who sings this song and the title of the track.
No pressure Ricky.......................................!!
Who sings this song and what is the name of the song?
No not yet.... You can have a second chance at sussing out what the song is called and who sings it.
I am telling you that you all know it. Their fisrt hit became the standard song for all budding guitarists to learn. I think it was the first, the last and the only one I learned.
Mr. Bruce, you are driving me wild!!! I know this thing, but as usual the memory chip has gone missing.
In my era, most "budding guitarists" started with a very well known "Troggs" hit (as did I)..............Ah, them were the days.
We gotta get out of this place - The Animals
Yep that's it, well done Mr. Davis.........
Rats! - The house of the rising sun
My first number was Wild Thing!
Mike gets the Karma point.
Who sings this song and what is the name of the song?
Maria - Blondie ?
Mr Davis is proving that being an ancient OMer is not necessarily a bad thing when it comes to music quizzes...!
An early childhood with an ear glueds to the tranny or huge Grundig listening to Mr David Davies hosting LM Radio's Sunday Top Twenty (what was the name of the programme?) seems to have triggered a penchant for modern music and proves listening to LM was worthwhile hey?!
Correct it is Maria by Blondie. Karma point to you Mr Davis.
Here is an eeeezipeeeziweeezilemoniskweezi track.......
Who sings this song and what is the name of the song?
Maybellene - Chuck Berry?
Ricky - did you eat all your Pro Nutro this morning?
Phew that was a quick and 100% correct answer. Karma and loadsa maize nutrients to you my man!
Oh dear look - the new song is #13. You have to be 1000% correct on this to earn your maize & Karma point Ricky!
Who sings this song and what is the name of the song?
Not quite sure how to get 1000%, but here goes..................
Don't Cry for Me Argentina" is a song from the 1978 musical Evita with music by Andrew Lloyd Webber and lyrics by Tim Rice. Sung by the title character Eva Perón, it was titled "It's Only Your Lover Returning" before Rice settled on the eventual name. It appears early in the second act as Evita addresses the crowd from the balcony of the Casa Rosada and features a sweeping melody tied to broad emotional themes of regret and defiance, characteristic of Lloyd Webber's most popular songs.
The musical Evita began as an album, before being adapted for the stage. The song was first offered to singer Elkie Brooks, who turned it down. Julie Covington sang "Don't Cry for Me Argentina" for the original 1976 studio release. The single reached No. 1 in the UK Singles Chart in February 1977 for a week, selling almost a million copies in the United Kingdom.
Due to concerns that the song might not have commercial appeal in its original form, Covington recorded a version with alternative lines; however, in the end the original version was released for the single.
The B-side was "Rainbow High". When Madonna covered "Don't Cry for Me Argentina", this song did not appear as a B side for the same song, but for "You Must Love Me" instead.
When Covington chose not to take the stage role, Elaine Paige was cast as Eva in the London production. In the United States, the song is also closely linked with Patti LuPone, who performed the role of Eva in the original Broadway production of the show
The song has been either recorded or performed live by:
• Julie Covington (1976)
• Olivia Newton-John (1977, on her album Making a Good Thing Better
• Carpenters (1977, on their album Passage)
• Petula Clark (1977, CBS single, her French version "La Chanson d'Evita" peaked a #8 in France. She also recorded an Italian language version, "La No flores por mi Argentina"
• Elaine Paige (1978 original London cast)
• Shirley Bassey (1978, on her album The Magic Is You and in 1993 on her album Sings the Songs of Andrew Lloyd Webber)
• The Shadows (1978)
• Festival (1979 a dance disco version)[citation needed] (Later versions of album Disco Evita (Chronicles) (CD))[7]
• Tom Jones (1979, album "Rescue Me")
• Patti LuPone (1979 original American cast recording)
• The Dooleys (1980, on their album Full House)
• Joan Baez (1980)
• Marti Webb (1981 on her album Won't Change Places and in 1995 on the album Music and Songs from Evita) Webb was the second actress to play Eva in London.
• Donna Summer (1981)
• Barbara Dickson (1985)
• Helene Fischer
• Stephanie Lawrence (1988) Lawrence succeeded Marti Webb, who had in turn replaced Paige in the original London production of Evita.
• Laura Branigan (1990, on her VHS / LD Laura Branigan in Concert)
• Sinéad O'Connor (1992, on her album Am I Not Your Girl)
• Andrea McArdle (1995)
• Sarah Brightman (1996)
• Madonna, for the 1996 film Evita
• The Mike Flowers Pops (1996)
• Maria Friedman (1996)
• Priscilla Chan (1997 Musical Encounters with Priscilla and the Philharmonic Orchestra)
• Judy Collins (1999, on her album Classic Broadway)
• Me First and the Gimme Gimmes (1999, on their album Me First and the Gimme Gimmes Are a Drag)
• Julian Lloyd Webber on the 2001 album Lloyd Webber Plays Lloyd Webber
• Elena Roger (2006 London cast recording)
• Tina Arena (2008)
• Cilla Black
• Sharon Campbell
• Idina Menzel (2008 at Andrew Lloyd Webber's 60th Birthday Concert in London's Hyde Park )
• Fiona Hendley
• Katherine Jenkins
• Lea Michele and Chris Colfer (2010 for the TV series Glee) as a duet, with each singer taking a different stanza and performing before a different audience in a split-scene. Their solo versions were also in Glee: The Music, The Complete Season One
• Il Divo (2011, on their album Wicked Game)
Paloma San Basilio and Nacha Guevara recorded versions of the song in Spanish ("No llores por mí Argentina"). Katja Ebstein did a popular German version called "Wein' nicht um mich Argentinien".
Laura Branigan never recorded the song, but regularly sang it during concerts throughout her career.
Gheorghe Zamfir also produced a classical version of the music as part of his Magic of the Panpipes collection.
Perhaps. Maybe. Uhmmmm what colour socks did the lead contralto in the backing choir wear?
OK........Sarah Brightman?
Sounds more like Oh! What a Circus from Evita by David Essex
Yellow socks...everybody knows that drinking-41
Yay for Yellow socks which they were not. Thanks DI for not saying they were red which they were not so a karma goes to you.
Oh Ricky you sure have the hots for the buzz that Pro Nutro is giving you today......
Yay for Pro Nutro!
1000% correct Ricky so a karma will be either swimming in your Pro Nutro or drying like cement once the milk has been soaked up.
I go for swinmming in milk as the option of choice so you got the Karma
Now, go play in the traffic. All of you. I need a rest. Voetsek almal!
Who sings this song and what is the name of the song?
Kokomo - The Beach Boys.
It was sung by the Beach Boys and released in 1988. Fun fact: the only place in the world called Kokomo is in Indiana.
Di gets a karma point for the correct answer and deserves a second karma for beating the OM water boys Mr B and Mr D! Yes I remember all the time you two spent at the swimming pool.
Congrats Di
Di.....................a warm and cuddly karma point goes to you for having to drink alone.
Who sings this song and what is the song called?
Duran Duran
"Ordinary World"
Came in from a rainy Thursday
On the avenue
Thought I heard you talking softly
I turned on the lights, the TV
And the radio
Still I can't escape the ghost of you
What has happened to it all?
Crazy, some are saying
Where is the life that I recognize?
Gone away
But I won't cry for yesterday
There's an ordinary world
Somehow I have to find
And as I try to make my way
To the ordinary world
I will learn to survive
Passion or coincidence
Once prompted you to say
"Pride will tear us both apart"
Well now pride's gone out the window
Cross the rooftops
Run away
Left me in the vacuum of my heart
What is happening to me?
Crazy, some'd say
Where is my friend when I need you most?
Gone away
But I won't cry for yesterday
There's an ordinary world
Somehow I have to find
And as I try to make my way
To the ordinary world
I will learn to survive
Papers in the roadside
Tell of suffering and greed
Here today, forgot tomorrow
Ooh, here besides the news
Of holy war and holy need
Ours is just a little sorrowed talk
And I don't cry for yesterday
There's an ordinary world
Somehow I have to find
And as I try to make my way
To the ordinary world
I will learn to survive
Every one
Is my world, I will learn to survive
Any one
Is my world, I will learn to survive
Any one
Is my world
Every one
Is my world
Who sings this and what is the tune called?
Fool to believe - Moulin Rouge?
Oops!
What a fool believes - Doobie Brothers
Aunty Di left her box of Shiraz here on my dinner table! Or was it Oom Klaus who left it?
Is that where it is.....been looking all over for it..... New-Year2
Who sings this song and what is the name of the song?
Steve Miller.................The Joker
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Toof's not kidding (get it...?!!) and is 100% correct. Krma points to you Toof.
So then cleverclogs, what is this tune called and who sings it:
Smoke on the water - Deep Purple
Wow! Well Mr D, now we know where your head was at in the 70's.............!
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Congratulations.
Collect your karma point dude, but do not pass GO 'cos it's a seriously spaced-out world out there man.....it's like wow...so cool but cruel man. Right on, dig it!
And yeah, just in case you were out of it for a while back then, Lennon did stop all that bad vibe stuff in 'Nam man! But he is dead now. So uncool man.
So who is this then?
Girls on Film - Duran Duran
Aaah Mr D the memory force is strong with you! Those mushrooms back then left you with indelible imprints of Simon La Bon et kie!
Congratulation. This time I will award the extra Karma point for being so darned speedy or is that a latent backflash reflex action catching up......??!!
OK the let's see who can get this tune answered correctly before theCampbell's mushroom soup rush dissipates from Mr D's galvanised system!
Think it Queen! Another one bits the dust
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Toof - thanks so much for trying. I do not believe anyone will get the answer correct. The title of the track is "Dangerous" by Depeche Mode.
A difficult track.
So who is this then?
This is so close but so far wait wait give me a moment