Posts tagged with Rock

Which musician is also an astrophysicist?

By Nerdy Trivia | January 8, 2025

Somewhere between stadium tours and platinum records, one legendary guitarist found time to earn a PhD in astrophysics. Which famous musician doubles as a space scientist?

What year was Donna Summer's "Hot Stuff" released?

By Nerdy Trivia | December 16, 2024

Between the thumping bassline and an iconic guitar riff, "Hot Stuff" turned up the temperature on the charts. When was the disco-rock anthem released?

Which musician is known as the "Demon of Screamin'"?

By Nerdy Trivia | December 9, 2024

When rock was still finding its wildest voices in the 1970s, his glass-shattering vocals and banshee wails became so notorious that fans gave him a devilishly fitting nickname. So which legendary singer earned the title "Demon of Screamin'"?

Which rockstar was the inspiration for Jack Sparrow?

By Nerdy Trivia | November 30, 2024

Pirates and rock stars have more in common than you might think. Both live outside the law, both have a thing for treasure, and both somehow survive against impossible odds. But which hard-living musician became the blueprint for Captain Jack Sparrow?

Which band battled Ticketmaster and canceled their tour in 1994?

By Nerdy Trivia | November 20, 2024

When the Department of Justice sued Live Nation/Ticketmaster earlier this year, it felt like déjà vu for music fans of a certain age. Which '90s band chose to cancel an entire tour rather than play Ticketmaster's game?

What was Bon Jovi's First #1 Hit?

By Nerdy Trivia | November 2, 2024

Bon Jovi had unleashed three albums and a string of rock anthems, yet mainstream pop success remained just out of reach. Which song finally carried their hairspray-powered dreams to #1?

Who did Limp Bizkit knock out of the No. 1 spot in 1999?

By Nerdy Trivia | October 30, 2024

When Limp Bizkit kicked down the door with "Significant Other" in June 1999, who did they dethrone from the top of the charts?

Finish the lyric to Joan Jett's "I Love Rock 'n Roll"

By Nerdy Trivia | October 29, 2024

In 1982 there were two types of rock songs: Joan Jett's "I Love Rock 'n Roll" and everything else. But here's the real test - what comes next after "I love rock 'n roll..."?

Which band’s lead singer was known for his "Lizard King" persona?

By Nerdy Trivia | October 15, 2024

Dive into the wild world of '60s and '70s rock personas, from space oddities to reptilian royalty. Can you guess which band's frontman crowned himself the "Lizard King"?

What did Freddie Mercury almost call “Bohemian Rhapsody”?

By Nerdy Trivia | October 2, 2024

No chorus. No hook. A six minute song that is essentially a suite and which the band referred to as a “mock opera.” And yet, somehow, Queen’s “Bohemian Rhapsody” was a huge hit. What title did Freddie Mercury originally give to “Bohemian Rhapsody”?

What group did Mick Jagger and Keith Richards play in before The Rolling Stones?

By Nerdy Trivia | October 1, 2024

The Rolling Stones' first release was a self-titled debut in 1964, and as of 2024, they’ve been putting out music for 60 years. And the thing is, Mick Jagger and Keith Richards were playing in bands before the Stones were even actually a band. What band did they play in together before the Stones?

What inspired the song “Smoke on the Water” by Deep Purple?

By Nerdy Trivia | September 28, 2024

Every human being can play the riff from “Smoke on the Water” on guitar. Guitarist Ritchie Blackmore has said that he based it on Symphony No. 5 by Ludwig van Beethoven. What inspired “Smoke on the Water” and that iconic riff to be written?

Which famous guitar player plays the solo in Michael Jackson’s “Beat It”?

By Nerdy Trivia | September 23, 2024

“Beat It” was released on the 1982 "Thriller" album and as a single in February of 1983 — and would go on to be certified 8x platinum. But the song wouldn’t be quite as good without that iconic guitar solo. Which famous guitar player lent their talents on this legendary song?

Which of these bands released an untitled album?

By Nerdy Trivia | September 19, 2024

Which famous band released an untitled album that became a classic? Explore this bold move in music history and its lasting impact on the industry.

What name did Van Halen use before getting famous?

By Nerdy Trivia | September 16, 2024

It was the early ‘70s when Alex and Eddie Van Halen first started thinking about putting a band together. But before they were going by their surname, Alex and Eddie had been playing gigs under a different name. What was Van Halen called before they got big?