Do You Know About Van Morrison?
Today’s quiz is all about Northern Irish singer-songwriter Sir Van Morrison OBE, who made a name for himself in the genres of rock, rhythm and blues, jazz, country and more. What do you know about him? Let’s find out.
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Who did Van Morrison duet with on "Whenever God Shines His Light"?
- A.
Bob Dylan
- B.
Levon Healm
- C.
Cliff Richard
- D.
Rod Stewart
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C. Cliff RichardExplanation
Van Morrison dueted with Cliff Richard on the song "Whenever God Shines His Light".Rate this question:
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- 2.
Which Van Morrison song from "His Band and the Street Choir" album has a title similar to a Beatles classic?
- A.
Revolution
- B.
Taxman
- C.
If I Needed Someone
- D.
Yesterday
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C. If I Needed SomeoneExplanation
The correct answer is "If I Needed Someone." This song from Van Morrison's album "His Band and the Street Choir" has a title that is similar to a Beatles classic. The Beatles also have a song called "If I Needed Someone," which was released on their album "Rubber Soul."Rate this question:
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- 3.
What Van Morrison song did Dexy's Midnight Runners cover?
- A.
Jackie Wilson Said
- B.
Crazy Nights
- C.
Crazy Love
- D.
Into The Mystic
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A. Jackie Wilson SaidExplanation
Dexy's Midnight Runners covered the Van Morrison song "Jackie Wilson Said."Rate this question:
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- 4.
Van Morrison contributed which song to a charity album for victims of Hurricane Katrina?
- A.
This Has Got to Stop
- B.
Katrina
- C.
Blue and Green
- D.
Half As Much
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C. Blue and GreenExplanation
Van Morrison contributed the song "Blue and Green" to a charity album for victims of Hurricane Katrina.Rate this question:
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- 5.
What is the nickname for Van Morrison's style of music?
- A.
Blue Eyed Soul
- B.
Celtic Soul
- C.
Celtic Rock
- D.
Irish Soul
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B. Celtic SoulExplanation
Celtic Soul is the nickname for Van Morrison's style of music. This term is used to describe his unique fusion of soul, R&B, blues, and folk with Celtic influences. Van Morrison's music often incorporates elements of traditional Irish and Scottish music, combined with his soulful vocals and heartfelt lyrics. The term "Celtic Soul" accurately captures the essence of his sound and the cultural influences that shape his music.Rate this question:
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- 6.
What film did Van Morrison compose music for that shares the name of one of his biggest hits?
- A.
Moondance
- B.
Tupelo Honey
- C.
Brown Eyed Girl
- D.
Into The Mystic
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A. MoondanceExplanation
Van Morrison composed music for the film "Moondance". This film shares the name with one of his biggest hits, which suggests that he likely wrote music specifically for this film.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Van Morrison sued what record label for releasing music without his permission?
- A.
Bang! Records
- B.
Epic Records
- C.
Warner Brothers
- D.
Blue Note Records
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A. Bang! RecordsExplanation
Van Morrison sued Bang! Records for releasing music without his permission.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Which single of Van Morrison's charted the highest?
- A.
Wild Night
- B.
Domino
- C.
Real Real Gone
- D.
Brown Eyed Girl
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B. DominoExplanation
Among the given options, "Domino" charted the highest for Van Morrison.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Van Morrison was discovered by which record producer?
- A.
Bert Brens
- B.
George Martin
- C.
Phil Spector
- D.
Jimmy Miller
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A. Bert BrensExplanation
Bert Berns is the correct answer because he was the record producer who discovered Van Morrison. Berns played a significant role in launching Morrison's career, producing his first solo recordings and helping him gain recognition in the music industry. This collaboration led to the release of Morrison's hit songs such as "Brown Eyed Girl" and "Gloria," which helped establish him as a successful artist.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Martin Scorsese has said that this film was inspired by Van Morrison's "Astral Weeks"?
- A.
Taxi Driver
- B.
King of Comedy
- C.
Goodfellas
- D.
Mean Streets
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A. Taxi DriverExplanation
Martin Scorsese has stated that the film Taxi Driver was inspired by Van Morrison's album "Astral Weeks". This suggests that the music and themes of the album influenced Scorsese's creative process and the overall tone and atmosphere of the film. The connection between the two works may be seen in the introspective and introspective nature of both the album and the film, as well as their exploration of loneliness, alienation, and the search for meaning in a gritty urban environment.Rate this question:
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- 11.
What is the name of the biggest Van Morrison fan magazine?
- A.
Wavelength
- B.
Tupelo Honeys
- C.
Celtic Soul
- D.
Into The Music
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A. WavelengthExplanation
Wavelength is the correct answer because it is the name of a well-known Van Morrison fan magazine. The other options, Tupelo Honeys, Celtic Soul, and Into The Music, do not refer to any Van Morrison fan magazines.Rate this question:
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- 12.
On what Shana Morrison track does her Dad, Van Morrison, play harmonica on?
- A.
God Must Love Me
- B.
Sometimes We Cry
- C.
7 Wishes
- D.
Days After Yes
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B. Sometimes We CryExplanation
Van Morrison plays harmonica on the track "Sometimes We Cry" by Shana Morrison.Rate this question:
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- 13.
Why did some radio stations refuse to play Van Morrison's hit, "Brown Eyed Girl"?
- A.
Payola Scandals
- B.
Political Content
- C.
They Didn't Like It
- D.
It's "Racy" Lyrics
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D. It's "Racy" LyricsExplanation
Some radio stations refused to play Van Morrison's hit, "Brown Eyed Girl" because of its "racy" lyrics. The lyrics of the song may have contained explicit or suggestive content that was deemed inappropriate for broadcast by those stations.Rate this question:
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- 14.
Which Hank Williams track did Van Morrison cover on his "Pay The Devil" album?
- A.
Lovesick Blues
- B.
Your Cheatin' Heart
- C.
I'm So Lonesome I Could Cry
- D.
Move It On Over
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B. Your Cheatin' HeartExplanation
Van Morrison covered "Your Cheatin' Heart" on his "Pay The Devil" album.Rate this question:
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- 15.
Which musician helps Van Morrison recast his own hit "Gloria" as a jazz tune?
- A.
Joe Jackson
- B.
John Lee Hooker
- C.
Joe Satriani
- D.
Ray Charles
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B. John Lee HookerExplanation
John Lee Hooker is the correct answer because he is the musician who helped Van Morrison recast his hit "Gloria" as a jazz tune. Hooker, a renowned blues musician, collaborated with Morrison on the album "Too Long in Exile" in 1993, where they reimagined "Gloria" in a jazz style.Rate this question:
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