Trivia quiz questions with answers about music. Hits, bands, musicians, albums.

Why did Kurt Cobain pick the name Nirvana for his band?

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It’s an abbreviation of all the band members’ names
Cobain wanted a peaceful and name for the band
Cobain believed in reincarnation and had turned Buddhist
Show correct answer Correct answer: Cobain wanted a peaceful and name for the band

How did ABBA get their name?

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Abba means father in Hebrew, and Lyngstad has Jewish roots
It’s an abbreviation of all the band members’ names
It’s a varied form of abracadabra
Show correct answer Correct answer: It’s an abbreviation of all the band members’ names

The Who, originally called The Detours changed their band name because?

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Townshend’s grandmother, hearing impaired, always said, “The Who”
Townshend’s friend suggested it
Strongly support of the UN organization WHO
Show correct answer Correct answer: Townshend’s friend suggested it

Why did Freddie Mercury suggest changing the band name from Smile to Queen?

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He liked the name and thought it sounded regal
He thought it would catch audience’s’ attention
He thought Smile was too drab
Show correct answer Correct answer: He liked the name and thought it sounded regal

How does lead singer of the band R.E.M. say they didn’t get their name?

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Something else
It stands for Rapid Eye Movement
He randomly pulled the acronym out of the dictionary
Show correct answer Correct answer: He randomly pulled the acronym out of the dictionary

What is the band "Duran Duran" named after?

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A villain of the science fiction film Barbarella
The middlename of Andy Taylor
A song by David Bowie
Show correct answer Correct answer: A villain of the science fiction film Barbarella

What is the meaning behind the name Led Zeppelin?

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It stands for forming a band with UK band Led Zep
It’s a joke about the Hindenburg Disaster
It stands for a famous Italian artist
Show correct answer Correct answer: It’s a joke about the Hindenburg Disaster

Who is Kathryn Elizabeth Hudson known as today?

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Jenifer Hudson
Katy Perry
Kate Hudson
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Who is known as the King of Pop?

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Michael Jackson
Paul McCartney
Justing Timberlake
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Who is Destiny Hope known as today?

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Destiny’s Child
Miley Cyrus
Beyonce
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Who is the lead singer of Guns and Roses?

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Pete Frampton
Axl Rose
Michael Stipe
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Who sang the classic Maggie May?

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Rod Stewart
David Bowie
Peter Frampton
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Who is Robin Fenty known as today?

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Madonna
Rihanna
Alliyah
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What is Pat Benatar’s real name?

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Patty McCain
Pat Benatari
Patricia Mae Andrzejewski
Show correct answer Correct answer: Patricia Mae Andrzejewski

Which singer stood in the Purple Rain while the Doves Cry?

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Prince
Marvin Gaye
Michael Jackson
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Which singer had Georgia on his mind?

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Babyface
Ray Charles
Stevie Wonder
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What is Eminem's given name?

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Stan Mathis
Marshall Bruce Mathers III
Slim Shady
Show correct answer Correct answer: Marshall Bruce Mathers III

What is Dr. Dre’s given name?

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Sean Diddy
Andre Romelle Young
Jay Zee
Show correct answer Correct answer: Andre Romelle Young

Which boy band had Robbie Williams as a member?

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NSYNC
Take That
Backstreet Boys
Show correct answer Correct answer: Take That

Which singer was known as Old Blue Eyes?

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Dean Martin
Frank Sinatra
Sammy Davis
Show correct answer Correct answer: Frank Sinatra