September 29, 2023

Rockin’Trivia

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Rock music has a long and rich history. Many influential rock bands and artists emerged in the 1960s, including the Beatles, the Rolling Stones, and Jimi Hendrix. In the 1970s, rock music became more diverse, with the emergence of sub-genres such as heavy metal, punk, and Glam.

In the 1980s, rock music saw the rise of hair metal bands, as well as the emergence of alternative rock bands like R.E.M. and Nirvana. In the 1990s, grunge music became popular, with bands like Nirvana and Pearl Jam leading the way. In the 2000s and beyond, rock music has continued to evolve, with the rise of Indie rock and the resurgence of classic rock bands. Here is a collection of rock trivia to test your knowledge of rock music from the 1960s to today.

 

Most Popular Rock Trivia

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1960s Rock Trivia

1960's Rock Trivia

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Who was the only ex-Beatle NOT to lend his voice to the animated TV show, The Simpsons?

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Who wrote “Crossroads," Clapton’s signature tune with Cream?

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Prior to Led Zeppelin, Jimmy Page working as a session guitarist, played guitar on which of the following songs?

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Who is the subject of the book "No One Here Gets Out Alive?"

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Who opened for the Rolling Stones at the infamous Altamont (San Francisco area) concert in 1969?

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1980s Rock Trivia

1980's Rock Trivia

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For Live Aid in 1985, who did David Bowie record a duet of “Dancing In The Streets”? 

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The Lemonheads had a hit with a cover of which of the following songs?

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What is the name the group with vocalist Greg Graffin?

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What's the name the group with guitarist Brett Gurewitz?

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How did U2's guitarist The Edge get his nickname?

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2000's Rock Trivia

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Who released a song titled “12:51?”

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Where are the Ravonettes (Sune Rose Wagner and Sharin Foo) from?

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Who released the album “Chain Gang Of Love?"

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What is the opening line of Green Day’s song “Jesus Of Suburbia?”   

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What is said to have inspired Josh Homme to name a Queens Of The Stone Age album, “Era Vulgaris?”

 

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2020's Rock Trivia

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Which Evanescence music video surpassed one billion views on YouTube in early 2022?  A black-haired woman is staring forward against a bluish background. In the top left corner of the image, the words "Evanescence" and "Fallen" are placed, stylized in all capital letters.

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Which band created Barry's Batch Whiskey? “This exceptional straight rye whiskey was hand-picked by us, and we can't wait for you to taste how delicious it is,” says Beartooth bassist Oshie Bichar.

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Who wrote 'Fathers, Brothers, and Sons: Surviving Anguish, Abandonment, and Anthrax'?  

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Måneskin's hit "Beggin'" was original recorded by which band?  

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Who did Pearl Jam’s Eddie Vedder get into a feud with?

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1970's Rock Trivia

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Who handled backing vocals on David Bowie's "Fame?"

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Which film has The Ramones on the soundtrack?

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Who said, “We have found a common cause, it’s your money?”

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Name the Alice Cooper album that contains “Under My Wheels.”

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John Lennon’s last concert appearance was in 1974.  Who was onstage with him?

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1990's Rock Trivia

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Which band is Gwen Stefani most closely associated with?

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Which of the following Soundgarden albums sold the most copies?

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What was the title of Nirvana’s debut album?

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Who performed at "An American Reunion: The 52nd Presidential Gala," honoring president-elect Bill Clinton?

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Who is the subject of the biography "Heavier Than Heaven?"

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2010s Rock Trivia

2010's Rock Trivia

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Who has guitarist John 5 worked with?

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Who won the Best Rock Album honor at the 61st Grammy Awards (in 2019)?

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Where did the band Greta Van Fleet get its name?

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Who said, "If slaughterhouses had glass walls, everyone would be vegetarian?”

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In a ‘15 interview, which of the following Kid Rock favor legalizing and taxing?

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Rockin'Trivia

Test your knoledge

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In 2007, over 1,600 guitarists gathered at a baseball park in Kansas City to set a world record for simultaneously playing which of the following songs?

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Who opened for the Rolling Stones at the infamous Altamont (San Francisco area) concert in 1969?

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Where was legendary Allman Brothers guitarist Duane Allman born?

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Which song was the biggest pop hit for the Jimi Hendrix Experience?

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Who did TV variety show host, Ed Sullivan, call a "real decent, fine boy?"

 

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