Poldo's Music Trivia Blog
Tuesday, May 22, 2012
Harrison's Gretsches
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OK, more Fabdom: George Harrison's first Gretsch Country Gentleman was destroyed when it fell from his car. When did his second one ma...
Saturday, May 5, 2012
"Pomp and Circumstance"
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OK, time to don your caps and gowns: The title of this British romantic composer's 1901 march comes from Act III, Scene III of Shakespe...
Monday, January 2, 2012
"Alone Again (Naturally)" by Gilbert O'Sullivan.
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OK, back to the 70's: This Beatles-influenced Irish singer singer/songwriter/pianist's given name was Raymond Edward; his stage nam...
Tuesday, December 27, 2011
"It Doesn't Matter Anymore".
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OK, back to the 50's: A 17 year-old Paul Anka wrote this 1958 pop classic for his touring mate Buddy Holly at his request. Backed by D...
Friday, December 23, 2011
"The Hot Canary" by Florian ZaBach.
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OK, more 50's one-hit wonders: This Chicago-born jazz violinist's only hit came in 1951 with a Paul Nero composition. Played on a ...
Tuesday, December 20, 2011
Christmas Songs by Jewish Composers.
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OK, in the true spirit of the Season: Twelve of the Top 25 Christmas Songs were written by our Jewish brothers. Name them..... Answer: Win...
Thursday, December 8, 2011
"Behind Closed Doors"
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OK, back to the 70's: This 1973 Kenny O'Dell classic love ballad was Charlie Rich's first #1 Country hit as well as a solid cro...
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