General Awareness

Music and Artists

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This topic covers important questions on music, albums, and renowned artists. It includes queries about singers, bands, and major awards. These questions frequently appear in the general awareness sections of various competitive exams.

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Music and Artists Questions

Multiple choice

Which artist embarked on a farewell concert tour in 2019, marking the end of their career?

  1. Elton John

  2. Cher

  3. Paul McCartney

  4. Bruce Springsteen
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Elton John embarked on his farewell concert tour, "Farewell Yellow Brick Road", in 2019, marking the end of his career.

Multiple choice

What was the name of Taylor Swift's concert tour in 2015?

  1. The 1989 World Tour

  2. The Red Tour

  3. The Speak Now World Tour

  4. The Fearless Tour
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Taylor Swift's concert tour in 2015 was called "The 1989 World Tour".

Multiple choice

Which artist holds the record for the most consecutive sold-out shows at Madison Square Garden?

  1. Phish

  2. Bruce Springsteen

  3. Billy Joel

  4. The Grateful Dead
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Phish holds the record for the most consecutive sold-out shows at Madison Square Garden, with 13 shows in 2017.

Multiple choice

What was the name of One Direction's final concert tour?

  1. Where We Are Tour

  2. On the Road Again Tour

  3. Take Me Home Tour

  4. Up All Night Tour
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B Correct answer
Explanation

One Direction's final concert tour was called "On the Road Again Tour" in 2015.

Multiple choice

Which artist embarked on a stadium tour in 2017, becoming the first female artist to do so?

  1. Beyoncé

  2. Taylor Swift

  3. Lady Gaga

  4. Rihanna
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Taylor Swift embarked on a stadium tour in 2017, becoming the first female artist to do so.

Multiple choice

Which artist holds the record for the longest-running concert residency in Las Vegas?

  1. Celine Dion

  2. Elton John

  3. Cher

  4. Britney Spears
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Explanation

Celine Dion holds the record for the longest-running concert residency in Las Vegas, with her "A New Day..." residency lasting from 2003 to 2007.

Multiple choice

What was the name of Ariana Grande's concert tour in 2019?

  1. The Sweetener World Tour

  2. The Dangerous Woman Tour

  3. The Honeymoon Tour

  4. The My Everything Tour
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Ariana Grande's concert tour in 2019 was called "The Sweetener World Tour".

Multiple choice

Which artist holds the record for the highest-grossing concert tour by a female artist?

  1. Taylor Swift

  2. Beyoncé

  3. Madonna

  4. Celine Dion
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Explanation

Taylor Swift holds the record for the highest-grossing concert tour by a female artist, with her "The Eras Tour" (2023) grossing over $590 million.

Multiple choice

What was the name of Coldplay's concert tour in 2016?

  1. A Head Full of Dreams Tour

  2. Mylo Xyloto Tour

  3. Viva la Vida Tour

  4. X&Y Tour
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Explanation

Coldplay's concert tour in 2016 was called "A Head Full of Dreams Tour".

Multiple choice

Which songwriting duo is known for their work with Taylor Swift, including hits like 'Shake It Off' and 'Blank Space'?

  1. Max Martin and Shellback

  2. Ryan Tedder and Brent Kutzle

  3. Jack Antonoff and St. Vincent

  4. Benny Blanco and Cashmere Cat
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Max Martin and Shellback have collaborated with Taylor Swift on numerous chart-topping hits, including 'Shake It Off', 'Blank Space', and 'I Knew You Were Trouble'.

Multiple choice

Who is the songwriter behind Adele's iconic ballad 'Someone Like You'?

  1. Adele Adkins

  2. Dan Wilson

  3. Ryan Tedder

  4. Linda Perry
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Dan Wilson co-wrote 'Someone Like You' with Adele Adkins, and the song became a global hit, winning numerous awards and accolades.

Multiple choice

Which songwriter is known for penning hits for artists like Katy Perry, Rihanna, and Kesha?

  1. Dr. Luke

  2. Max Martin

  3. Ryan Tedder

  4. Benny Blanco
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Explanation

Dr. Luke has produced and written songs for numerous pop artists, including Katy Perry, Rihanna, Kesha, and Britney Spears.

Multiple choice

Who is the songwriter behind Ed Sheeran's smash hit 'Shape of You'?

  1. Ed Sheeran

  2. Benny Blanco

  3. Steve Mac

  4. Ryan Tedder
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Explanation

Ed Sheeran wrote 'Shape of You' with Steve Mac and Benny Blanco, and the song became one of the best-selling singles of all time.

Multiple choice

Who wrote the lyrics for Lady Gaga's iconic song 'Bad Romance'?

  1. Lady Gaga

  2. RedOne

  3. Benny Blanco

  4. Ryan Tedder
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Explanation

Lady Gaga wrote the lyrics for 'Bad Romance' along with RedOne, showcasing her songwriting prowess.

Multiple choice

Which songwriter is known for his work with Justin Bieber, including hits like 'Baby' and 'Sorry'?

  1. Justin Bieber

  2. Ryan Tedder

  3. Benny Blanco

  4. Poo Bear
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Poo Bear has co-written numerous hits for Justin Bieber, including 'Baby', 'Sorry', and 'What Do You Mean?'.