Author: Mauvin Sequeira

Q1. System of a Down is an American band formed in which city? A. California B. New York C. Chicago D. Seattle Answer: A. California Q2. In which year was System of a Down officially formed? A. 1992 B. 1994 C. 1996 D. 1998 Answer : B. 1994 Q3. Which two members of System of a Down are brother-in-law? A. Serj Tankian and John Dolmayan B. Serj Tankian and Shavo Odadjian C. Daron Malakian and John Dolmayan D. Shavo Odadjian and John Dolmayan Answer: A. Serj Tankian and John Dolmayan

Q1. Van Halen was formed in which California city in 1973? A. Los Angeles B. Pasadena C. San Francisco D. San Diego Answer: B. Pasadena Q2. What was the original band name before it became Van Halen? A. Mammoth B. Red Ball Jets C. The Broken Combs D. Genesis Answer: A. Mammoth Q3. Which instrument did Eddie Van Halen famously play using a technique called “tapping”? A. Drums B. Bass guitar C. Electric guitar D. Keyboard Answer: C. Electric guitar

Q1. In what year was the band Tears for Fears formed in Bath, England? A. 1979 B. 1981 C. 1983 D. 1985 Answer: B. 1981 Q2. What inspired the name "Tears for Fears" for the band? A. Primal therapy concepts from Arthur Janov's book B. A line from a John Lennon song C. A phrase from a Talking Heads album D. The title of a Gary Numan single Answer: A. Primal therapy concepts from Arthur Janov's book Q3. Which two members are the founding and core duo of Tears for Fears? A. Ian Stanley and Manny Elias B. Roland Orzabal ... Read more

Q1. In what year was Stone Temple Pilots originally formed under the name Mighty Joe Young? A. 1987 B. 1989 C. 1991 D. 1993 Answer: B. 1989 Q2. What was the original name of the band before they adopted Stone Temple Pilots? A. Mighty Joe Young B. Swing C. Stereo Temple Pirates D. Army of Anyone Answer: A. Mighty Joe Young Q3. Which motor oil brand inspired the band's initials "STP"? A. Valvoline B. Pennzoil C. STP Motor Oil D. Quaker State Answer: C. STP Motor Oil

Q1. In which year was Depeche Mode formed in Basildon, Essex, England? A. 1977 B. 1980 C. 1981 D. 1982 Answer: B. 1980 Q2. What was the original name of Depeche Mode before they adopted their current moniker? A. Composition of Sound B. No Romance in China C. Speak & Spell D. Broken Frame Answer: A. Composition of Sound Q3. Who suggested the name "Depeche Mode," inspired by a French fashion magazine? A. Vince Clarke B. Dave Gahan C. Martin Gore D. Andy Fletcher Answer: B. Dave Gahan

Q1. What is Joan Jett's date of birth? A. September 22, 1958 B. June 14, 1960 C. March 5, 1957 D. November 11, 1959 Answer: A. September 22, 1958 Q2. In which city was Joan Jett born? A. Los Angeles, California B. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania C. New York City, New York D. Rockville, Maryland Answer: B. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Q3. What was the profession of Joan Jett's father? A. Music producer B. Rock musician C. Insurance salesman D. Film director Answer: C. Insurance salesman

Q1. In what year was Megadeth formed by Dave Mustaine following his departure from Metallica? A. 1982 B. 1983 C. 1984 D. 1985 Answer: B. 1983 Q2. What is the origin of the band name "Megadeth," as inspired by a political term? A. A reference to economic collapse B. A term from a science fiction novel C. A unit measuring nuclear deaths (one million) D. An ancient war strategy Answer: C. A unit measuring nuclear deaths (one million) Q3. Who served as Megadeth's bassist from the band's formation in 1983 until his firing in 2021? A. James LoMenzo B. David ... Read more

Q1. In what year was the rock band Heart officially formed in Seattle, Washington? A. 1970 B. 1973 C. 1975 D. 1977 Answer: B. 1973 Q2. What was the name of the predecessor band to Heart that Roger Fisher and Steve Fossen were part of in the early 1970s? A. Arcade Fire B. Megadeth C. White Heart D. Dreamboat Annie Answer: C. White Heart Q3. Who are the two consistent core members of Heart since its early days? A. Ann Wilson and Howard Leese B. Nancy Wilson and Michael Derosier C. Roger Fisher and Steve Fossen D. Ann Wilson and ... Read more

Q1. In what year was ZZ Top formed in Houston, Texas? A. 1967 B. 1969 C. 1971 D. 1973 Answer: B. 1969 Q2. Who is the lead guitarist and vocalist of ZZ Top? A. Frank Beard B. Dusty Hill C. Billy Gibbons D. Elwood Francis Answer: C. Billy Gibbons Q3. What is the origin of ZZ Top's band name? A. Inspired by a Texas bar called ZZ Top B. Derived from blues artists like B.B. King and Z.Z. Hill C. Named after a type of guitar amplifier D. A reference to the Rolling Stones' "Ziggy Stardust" Answer: B. Derived from ... Read more

Q1. In which year was the American rock band The Killers formed in Las Vegas, Nevada? A. 1999 B. 2001 C. 2003 D. 2005 Answer: B. 2001 Q2. Who is the lead vocalist and primary songwriter for The Killers? A. Dave Keuning B. Mark Stoermer C. Ronnie Vannucci Jr. D. Brandon Flowers Answer: D. Brandon Flowers Q3. The band's name, The Killers, was inspired by what? A. A famous Las Vegas casino B. A fictional band in the music video for New Order's "Crystal" C. A novel by Stephen King D. An old Western movie Answer: B. A fictional band ... Read more