Can You Name These Bands From The ’70s?
After the Summer of Love in 1967, it didn’t seem that the music world could get any better. But by the time 1970 came around, it was clear that the events in the ’60s simply paved the way for some incredible music to be made in the ’70s. Test your knowledge and memory of the music from this decade and see if you’re as big of a fan as you think you are.
This group helped shape the heavy metal genre.
A. The Who
B. ZZ Top
C. Eagles
D. Black Sabbath
Answer: Black Sabbath
Black Sabbath formed in Birmingham in 1968. The group is credited with being the pioneers of heavy metal music. Although Ozzy Osborne was an original member of the group, he was dismissed from the band in 1978.
What group is known for its wiry-haired flute-playing frontman?
A. The Allman Brothers
B. King Crimson
C. The Doobie Brothers
D. Jethro Tull
Answer: Jethro Tull
Jethro Tull is a British rock band that got their start in 1967. Although they were initially known for playing blues rock, they eventually altered their sound and began to incorporate aspects of progressive rock. In 1988 they beat Metallica for the first-ever Grammy for the Best Hard Rock/Metal Performance.
Who are these two bearded musicians?
A. Lynard Skynard
B. Creedence Clearwater Revival
C. The Allman Brothers
D. ZZ Top
Answer: ZZ Top
ZZ Top was formed in Houston, Texas in 1969. The band released their first album called ZZ Top’s First Album. Although they first played blues-inspired rock, they later transitioned to include new wave, punk, rock, and other genres into their music.This duo make up which group?
This duo make up which group?
A. Thin Lizzy
B. The Moody Blues
C. Genesis
D. Steely Dan
Answer: Steely Dan
Steely Dan is an American rock band formed by Walter Becker and Donald Fagen in 1972. Their music combined aspects of jazz, pop, rock, and more. The band was well received by the public and critics throughout the 1970s until their dissolution in 1981.
Who are these three musicians?
A. The Cars
B. Yes
C. The Stooges
D. Crosby, Stills, Nash, and Young
Answer: Crosby, Stills, Nash, and Young
Crosby, Stills, and Nash is a vocal rock group that was made up of David Crosby, Steven Stills, and Graham Nash. They were later joined by Neil Young and added him to the trio.
What is the name of this British heavy metal band?
A. KISS
B. Blue Oyster Cult
C. Foreigner
D. Judas Priest
Answer: Judas Priest
Judas Priest is an English heavy metal band that was formed in 1969. Throughout their career, the band has sold over 50 million albums and has even been regarded as one of the greatest heavy metal bands of all time.
This band is best known for their song “Staying Alive.”
A. Earth, Wind, and Fire
B. The Cars
C. Cheap Trick
D. The Bee Gees
Answer: The Bee Gees
Forming in 1958, the Bee Gees achieved success throughout their music career that spanned numerous decades. They were most prominent during the disco-era in the 1970s. They wrote all of their own music and helped write and produce for other artists.
These are the members of what rock group?
A. The Doobie Brothers
B. Rush
C. Pink Floyd
D. The Stooges
Answer: The Stooges
The Stooges, also known as Iggy and The Stooges, were formed in 1967 by frontman Iggy Pop. They played a raw version of rock and roll and have been credited as being one of the first bands to play punk rock.
These are members from which psychedelic rock band?
A. Queen
B. Deep Purple
C. Thin Lizzy
D. Pink Floyd
Answer: Pink Floyd
Pink Floyd was established in London in 1965. They achieved international success throughout the 1970s with their psychedelic style. Today, they are considered to be one of the most successful and influential bands of all time.
Who was this family act?
A. Jurassic 5
B. ABBA
C. Earth, Wind, and Fire
D. The Jackson 5
Answer: The Jackson 5
The family band started in 1964 but entered the professional music scene in 1967. That year, they signed a record deal with Steeltown Records which they then left in 1969 for a deal with Motown Records.
These five men and one woman make up what band?
A. Fleetwood Mac
B. Renaissance
C. The Cars
D. Blondie
Answer: Blondie
Blondie was started by Debbie Harry and Chris Stein in the mid-1970s. They are considered to be one of the first American new wave punk bands and although they were majorly successful in Australia and the United Kingdom, they were considered to be underground in the United States.
This band is named after their lead guitarist.
A. Elton John
B. Sly & The Family Stone
C. Frank Zappa
D. Santana
Answer: Santana
Although Santana was formed in 1966, they came into popularity after their performance of “Soul Sacrifice” at Woodstock in 1969. This led to them becoming commercially successful from the 1970s and on.
This musician is an icon of middle-class America.
A. Billy Joel
B. David Bowie
C. Brian Eno
D. Bruce Springsteen
Answer: Bruce Springsteen
Bruce Springsteen, or “The Boss” is an American singer-songwriter and musician. He is best known for his Jersey Shore roots, long performances, and lyrics about the struggles of the average person living in America.
What is the name of this English rock band?
A. The Cure
B. The Rolling Stones
C. Eagles
D. The Clash
Answer: The Clash
Formed in London in 1976, it didn’t take long for The Clash to become one of the biggest post-punk bands of their time. At one point, they were referred to as “The Only Band That Matters” which started as a promotional slogan and was adopted by the public.
This band is best known for their song “Light My Fire.”
A. The Byrds
B. Carpenters
C. Talking Heads
D. The Doors
Answer: The Doors
Formed in Los Angeles in 1965, The Doors got its name from the title of Aldous Huxley’s book The Doors of Perception. To this day, they are considered to be one of the most controversial and influential bands of all time led by Jim Morrison’s unpredictable onstage antics.
These are members of what band?
A. AC/DC
B. ABBA
C. Grateful Dead
D. Deep Purple
Answer: Deep Purple
Deep Purple originally began as a progressive rock band in 1968, however, their music changed over the years and they were considered one of the bands that helped pioneer heavy metal music.
These two make up which group?
A. Talking Heads
B. Carpenters
C. The Allman Brothers
D. Simon and Garfunkel
Answer: Simon and Garfunkel
Comprised of Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel, the two musicians became part of the 1960s and ’70s counterculture along with other artists such as Bob Dylan. In 1970, their song “Bridge Over Troubled Water” reached No.1 internationally.
This band was considered to be one of the most Avante Garde of its time.
A. Pixies
B. R.E.M.
C. The Cure
D. Talking Heads
Answer: Talking Heads
Talking Heads was formed in 1975 in New York City and remained active until 1991. They were key contributors to the new wave movement and were known for combining different genres of music in order to create something new.
Who is this piano-playing icon?
A. Rod Stewart
B. Billy Joel
C. Bryan Adams
D. Elton John
Answer: Elton John
Elton John is an English singer, songwriter, and composer. Throughout his five-decades-long career, he has sold over 30 million records and has had more than fifty Top 40 hits.
This band has sold more than 100 million records worldwide.
A. Eagles
B. Supertramp
C. ABBA
D. Fleetwood Mac
Answer: Fleetwood Mac
Formed in 1967, Fleetwood Mac is an American-English rock band. Throughout the years, the band has made numerous changes both in style and members, yet managed to consistently thrive throughout their career. In 1977, the band released Rumors with Stevie Nicks, which became the band’s most successful album.
