Here’s a “grab bag” of music trivia questions. Mainly older music trivia because modern music sucks (LOL). Just for fun…I’ll put the answers in the comments.

1. Cover Songs – Singer Gary Jules recorded a cover of Mad World, which was used prominently in the soundtrack for the 2001 film Donnie Darko. What band originally recorded that song in 1982?
2. Disco Songs – Several high-profile artists recorded disco songs in the 1970s, including Rolling Stones’ Miss You and Rod Stewart’s Do You Think I’m Sexy. What other band recorded the disco track I Was Made For Loving You? This gold-certified single was the band’s second gold single. Bonus – what was this band’s first gold single?
3. Lawsuits – What was the name of the 2004 Joe Satriani single for which he sued the band Coldplay because of its similarities to Viva la Vida?
4. Islands – On what Lesser Antilles island did The Police record some of the tracks for their Ghost in the Machine album? It is a British overseas territory.
5. Singers – Marie Frederiksson was the lead singer for what Swedish band – which had four #1 hits in the 1980s and 1990s?
6. Same Name – Name both bands which had Billboard hits in the 1980s with songs titled Head Over Heels. The first band hit #11 in 1984 with their version of the song, and the second band hit #3 in 1985.
7. Animals – Name two of the three animals mentioned in titles of songs on the Pink Floyd album Animals. Name all three for a bonus point.
8. Animals Part Deux – What farm animals are on the cover of the Beach Boys’ album Pet Sounds?
9. Actors – Ringo Starr was inspired to write Octopus’ Garden while on a boat owned by what famous British actor? His film credits include Being There, Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned To Stop Worrying and Love The Bomb and The Pink Panther. Bonus – on what Beatles album will you find the track Octopus’ Garden?
10. Soundtracks – What British singer/songwriter recorded the soundtrack for The Last Temptation of Christ? Two of his four number one singles include Shock the Monkey and Digging in the Dirt.