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Becky's Island Music Trivia Quiz #138- 10/15/03

Big Ten: Indiana

Answers

1. Eight of the nine Jacksons, all born in Gary, have hit the charts at one point or another. Which Jackson has not?: LaToya Jackson
2. What name did John Mellencamp use on his earliest hits?
: John Cougar
3. What Indianapolis-born singer complained about stars who smash a "perfectly good guitar?"
: John Hiatt
4. This Indiana-born actor of the '50s has been honored in songs by David Essex, Madonna, and the Eagles. Who is he?
: James Dean
5. Her biggest hit was "Let's Hear It For The Boy" from 1984
: Deniece Williams
6. Who gave his last live performance on June 25, 1977, at Market Square Arena in Indianapolis?
: Elvis Presley
7. This double bass player, who has worked with Bela Fleck, Mark O'Connor, and Yo Yo Ma, has a degree in music from Indiana University. Who is he?
: Edgar Meyer
8. Who sang "Indiana wants me, but I can't go back there" in 1970?
:R. Dean Taylor
9. This bassist/producer/songwriter was born in Indianapolis, but made his mark in Miami's KC and the Sunshine Band. Who is he?
: Richard Finch
10. Which Motown saxophonist was from the South Bend area?
: Junior Walker
11. He was born William Bailey in Lafayette, Indiana. By what name do we know this vocalist by?
: Axl Rose
12. Who was born on August 29, 1958, in Gary?
: Michael Jackson
13. The Beach Boys had a surprise hit in 1988 with a song named after an Indiana city. What was it?
: "Kokomo"
14. Which producer has a highway in Indianapolis named for him?
: Kenneth "Babyface" Edmonds
15. This singer of "Everlasting Love" shares his name with an Indiana sports legend. Who is he?
: Robert Knight
16. Her hits include "Miss You Much," "Black Cat" and "That's The Way Love Goes."
: Janet Jackson
17. Lafayette native Shannon Hoon was lead singer of what '90s band?
: Blind Melon

Bonus: What are the names of the two trumpet-playing brothers from Mishawaka who formerly played in the Tonight Show band?: Pete and Conte Candoli

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