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What is the phrase whispered repeatedly at the end of 'Bass Strings' by Country Joe and the Fish?
What is the phrase whispered repeatedly at the end of 'Bass Strings' by Country Joe and the Fish?
L.S.D.
What did Brian Wilson do when he was unable to finish his album 'SMiLE'?
What did Brian Wilson do when he was unable to finish his album 'SMiLE'?
He retreated into bed for over a year.
What did Jimi Hendrix do at the end of his Monterey Pop Festival set?
What did Jimi Hendrix do at the end of his Monterey Pop Festival set?
He burned his guitar.
What German city did the Beatles spend time performing in?
What German city did the Beatles spend time performing in?
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What band did Pete Seeger play the banjo in?
What band did Pete Seeger play the banjo in?
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Who wrote the song 'San Francisco (Be Sure to Wear Flowers in Your Hair)?
Who wrote the song 'San Francisco (Be Sure to Wear Flowers in Your Hair)?
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Which historic event coincided with the Beatles' first album release in the US and purportedly boosted their popularity due to their 'breezy' atmosphere?
Which historic event coincided with the Beatles' first album release in the US and purportedly boosted their popularity due to their 'breezy' atmosphere?
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At which event was Bob Dylan notoriously booed?
At which event was Bob Dylan notoriously booed?
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Which studio in Chicago produced early influences on the Rolling Stones and was visited by them in 1964?
Which studio in Chicago produced early influences on the Rolling Stones and was visited by them in 1964?
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What song is famous for using a backwards recording of a drum loop?
What song is famous for using a backwards recording of a drum loop?
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What year did LSD become illegal in the United States?
What year did LSD become illegal in the United States?
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Which album by the Beatles inspired the Beach Boys' concept album 'Pet Sounds'?
Which album by the Beatles inspired the Beach Boys' concept album 'Pet Sounds'?
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Which new song by Bob Dylan did folk 'purists' object to at the 1965 Newport Folk Festival?
Which new song by Bob Dylan did folk 'purists' object to at the 1965 Newport Folk Festival?
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Which American businessman was first a manager to the Rolling Stones and then a manager for the Beatles?
Which American businessman was first a manager to the Rolling Stones and then a manager for the Beatles?
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In class, we discussed four members of the '27 Club.' Name at least two of them.
In class, we discussed four members of the '27 Club.' Name at least two of them.
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The location where The Rolling Stones's Keith Richards and Mick Jagger first met?
The location where The Rolling Stones's Keith Richards and Mick Jagger first met?
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The 'Fifth Beatle' who arranged for the band's first auditions in London.
The 'Fifth Beatle' who arranged for the band's first auditions in London.
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This Rock and Roll concert in December of 1969 marked a symbolic end to the 'peace and love' ethos that dominated the '60s.
This Rock and Roll concert in December of 1969 marked a symbolic end to the 'peace and love' ethos that dominated the '60s.
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After being rejected by Decca, what record label did the Beatles turn to and sign with?
After being rejected by Decca, what record label did the Beatles turn to and sign with?
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When performing 'Satisfaction' on television, what camera technique was used to draw focus to Jagger?
When performing 'Satisfaction' on television, what camera technique was used to draw focus to Jagger?
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What Bob Dylan song is about receiving an honorary degree from Princeton?
What Bob Dylan song is about receiving an honorary degree from Princeton?
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What is the 27 Club?
What is the 27 Club?
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What artistic idea did Jon Lord with regards to Rock music?
What artistic idea did Jon Lord with regards to Rock music?
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What Byrd's song was banned from the radio for being considered references to drugs?
What Byrd's song was banned from the radio for being considered references to drugs?
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Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds was believed to be a reference to LSD. What was the actual inspiration of the song?
Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds was believed to be a reference to LSD. What was the actual inspiration of the song?
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What instrumental aspect makes Eleanor Rigby unique in comparison to other late 60s rock songs?
What instrumental aspect makes Eleanor Rigby unique in comparison to other late 60s rock songs?
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Who invented the theremin?
Who invented the theremin?
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At what Liverpool venue did Brian Epstein first see the Beatles?
At what Liverpool venue did Brian Epstein first see the Beatles?
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Which folk singer was indicted for contempt of court following his hearing before the House Un-American Activities Committee?
Which folk singer was indicted for contempt of court following his hearing before the House Un-American Activities Committee?
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Who discovered Muddy Waters in Clarksdale, MS?
Who discovered Muddy Waters in Clarksdale, MS?
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What musician booked a gig at a Las Vegas casino, but was later told that he is not allowed to play at the venue because 'blacks were not allowed in the casino'?
What musician booked a gig at a Las Vegas casino, but was later told that he is not allowed to play at the venue because 'blacks were not allowed in the casino'?
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What song was interpreted as a song advocating for the civil rights movement, and black militancy, whether or not this was the true intention of the song?
What song was interpreted as a song advocating for the civil rights movement, and black militancy, whether or not this was the true intention of the song?
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Study Notes
Music Trivia Highlights
- "Bass Strings" by Country Joe and the Fish features the phrase "L.S.D." whispered repeatedly at its conclusion.
- Brian Wilson, unable to complete his album "SMiLE," isolated himself in bed for over a year.
- Jimi Hendrix famously burned his guitar at the end of his performance at the Monterrey Pop Festival.
- The Beatles performed extensively in Hamburg, Germany, which was influential in their development.
Influential Musicians and Events
- Pete Seeger played the banjo with The Weavers, a significant folk music group.
- John Philips wrote the song "San Francisco (Be Sure to Wear Flowers in Your Hair)."
- The Beatles' first album release in the US coincided with the assassination of JFK, contributing to their allure with a "breezy" atmosphere.
Notable Performances and Controversies
- Bob Dylan was booed at the 1965 Newport Folk Festival, highlighting the tension between folk music purists and rock influences.
- Studio chess in Chicago had a profound impact on the Rolling Stones, who visited in 1964.
- "Strawberry Fields Forever" is known for its innovative use of a backwards drum loop recording.
Cultural Milestones
- LSD became illegal in the United States in 1968.
- The Beatles' album "Revolver" inspired the Beach Boys' concept album "Pet Sounds."
- Folk "purists" objected to Bob Dylan’s new song "Mr. Tambourine Man" at the Newport Folk Festival in 1965.
Key Figures in Music History
- Allen Klein was the first manager for the Rolling Stones and later managed The Beatles.
- The "27 Club" includes renowned musicians who died at the age of 27, such as Janis Joplin, Jimi Hendrix, Brian Jones, and Jim Morrison.
- Keith Richards and Mick Jagger met at Dartford Train Station, sparking their iconic musical partnership.
- Brian Epstein, known as the "Fifth Beatle," arranged The Beatles' first London auditions and managed their early career.
Symbolic Events in Music
- The Altamont Speedway free concert in December 1969 marked a tragic end to the 1960s' peace and love sentiment, following the stabbing of a concertgoer by Hell's Angels.
- After being rejected by Decca, The Beatles signed with EMI, propelling their career forward.
- During a performance of "Satisfaction," a close-up camera technique emphasized Mick Jagger's presence.
Additional Facts
- Bob Dylan's "Day of the Locusts" addresses receiving an honorary degree from Princeton.
- The 27 Club represents celebrities who have died at 27, notably in rock music.
- Jon Lord creatively merged Rock with Classical music elements.
- The Byrds' song "Eight Miles High" was banned for its perceived drug references.
- "Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds" was inspired by a drawing from John Lennon's son, not its alleged drug connotation.
- Unique orchestration distinguishes "Eleanor Rigby" from other rock songs of the late 1960s.
Historical Discoveries and Challenges
- The Cavern Club in Liverpool was where Brian Epstein first saw the Beatles perform.
- Pete Seeger faced contempt of court charges after his testimony before the House Un-American Activities Committee.
- Alan Lomax discovered Muddy Waters in Clarksdale, Mississippi, highlighting his significance in the blues genre.
- Nat King Cole was denied entry to a Las Vegas casino due to discriminatory policies against black performers.
Social Commentary in Music
- "Dancing in the Street" has often been interpreted as a song for civil rights and black militancy, regardless of the original intent.
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