General Awareness

Music and Artists

4,837 Questions

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 male artist released the studio album ( \LaTeX \text{\textup{Diamonds and Pearls}} )?

  1. Michael Jackson

  2. Prince

  3. Stevie Wonder

  4. Lionel Richie
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B Correct answer
Explanation

( \LaTeX \text{\textup{Diamonds and Pearls}} ) is the tenth studio album by American singer-songwriter Prince, released on October 1, 1991, by Warner Bros. Records.

Multiple choice

Which male artist released the studio album ( \LaTeX \text{\textup{The Gold Experience}} )?

  1. Michael Jackson

  2. Prince

  3. Stevie Wonder

  4. Lionel Richie
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B Correct answer
Explanation

( \LaTeX \text{\textup{The Gold Experience}} ) is the eleventh studio album by American singer-songwriter Prince, released on September 26, 1995, by Warner Bros. Records.

Multiple choice

Which male artist released the studio album ( \LaTeX \text{\textup{Chaos and Disorder}} )?

  1. Michael Jackson

  2. Prince

  3. Stevie Wonder

  4. Lionel Richie
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B Correct answer
Explanation

( \LaTeX \text{\textup{Chaos and Disorder}} ) is the twelfth studio album by American singer-songwriter Prince, released on July 7, 1996, by Warner Bros. Records.

Multiple choice

Which male artist released the studio album ( \LaTeX \text{\textup{Emancipation}} )?

  1. Michael Jackson

  2. Prince

  3. Stevie Wonder

  4. Lionel Richie
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B Correct answer
Explanation

( \LaTeX \text{\textup{Emancipation}} ) is the thirteenth studio album by American singer-songwriter Prince, released on November 19, 1996, by Warner Bros. Records.

Multiple choice

Which male artist released the studio album ( \LaTeX \text{\textup{1999}} )?

  1. Michael Jackson

  2. Prince

  3. Stevie Wonder

  4. Lionel Richie
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B Correct answer
Explanation

( \LaTeX \text{\textup{1999}} ) is the fourteenth studio album by American singer-songwriter Prince, released on October 27, 1982, by Warner Bros. Records.

Multiple choice

Which male artist released the studio album ( \LaTeX \text{\textup{Parade}} )?

  1. Michael Jackson

  2. Prince

  3. Stevie Wonder

  4. Lionel Richie
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B Correct answer
Explanation

( \LaTeX \text{\textup{Parade}} ) is the fifteenth studio album by American singer-songwriter Prince, released on March 31, 1986, by Warner Bros. Records.

Multiple choice

Which male artist released the studio album ( \LaTeX \text{\textup{Batman}} )?

  1. Michael Jackson

  2. Prince

  3. Stevie Wonder

  4. Lionel Richie
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B Correct answer
Explanation

( \LaTeX \text{\textup{Batman}} ) is the sixteenth studio album by American singer-songwriter Prince, released on June 20, 1989, by Warner Bros. Records.

Multiple choice

Who was the first solo artist to headline the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival?

  1. Madonna

  2. Prince

  3. David Bowie

  4. Beyoncé
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Prince's electrifying performance at Coachella in 2008 was a historic moment, marking the first time a solo artist had headlined the festival.

Multiple choice

Who was the youngest artist to ever headline the Glastonbury Festival?

  1. Billie Eilish

  2. Taylor Swift

  3. Lorde

  4. Ariana Grande
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Billie Eilish made history in 2022 when she became the youngest artist to headline Glastonbury at the age of 20.

Multiple choice

Which artist's performance at the 2016 Glastonbury Festival was hailed as a triumphant return to the festival stage?

  1. Adele

  2. Coldplay

  3. Muse

  4. Radiohead
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Adele's powerful and emotional performance at Glastonbury 2016 marked her triumphant return to the festival stage after a four-year hiatus.

Multiple choice

Which artist's performance at the 2019 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival was praised for its groundbreaking visuals and innovative stage design?

  1. Ariana Grande

  2. Childish Gambino

  3. Billie Eilish

  4. Tame Impala
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Childish Gambino's performance at Coachella 2019 was a spectacle of lights, visuals, and music, showcasing his artistry and creativity.

Multiple choice

Which autobiography is written by a musician?

  1. Born to Run

  2. Chronicles: Volume One

  3. Life

  4. The Autobiography of Keith Richards
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Born to Run is the autobiography of musician Bruce Springsteen.

Multiple choice

Who was the first artist to win the Grammy Award for Best Dance Recording?

  1. Daft Punk

  2. The Chemical Brothers

  3. Fatboy Slim

  4. Moby
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Daft Punk made history in 2001 by becoming the first artist to win the Grammy Award for Best Dance Recording for their album 'Discovery'.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the award given to the best electronic music album at the Grammy Awards?

  1. Best Dance/Electronic Album

  2. Best Electronic Music Album

  3. Best Dance Recording

  4. Best Remix Recording
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The Grammy Award for Best Dance/Electronic Album recognizes outstanding electronic music albums, honoring the artistry and innovation of electronic music producers.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the award given to the best electronic music remix at the Remix Awards?

  1. Remix of the Year

  2. Best Remix

  3. Top Remix

  4. Best Electronic Remix
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The Remix Awards' Remix of the Year award recognizes the most outstanding electronic music remix, honoring the creativity and skill of remixers in transforming original tracks into new and exciting sonic experiences.