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Thread #131317   Message #2961058
Posted By: GUEST,I Don't Know
09-Aug-10 - 09:04 AM
Thread Name: Quiz: A quiz on American artists
Subject: A quiz on American artists
Asked by some "catters" for another quiz. This one is 15 questions to find 15 American artists.
1. Who is Known as the first legendary women singer/songwriter of folk music.
2. This supergroup gave successful careers to Woody Guthrie,Pete Seeger & others.
3. This man with his low grumbly voice has been about since the late 1970's & done movie soundtracks & compulations
4. A singer of contemporary & protest music, his first album is called "Welcome to the Cruel World"
5.Born in Seattle this lady is known for her eclectic taste in the material she records. Got a Grammy in 1968 for "Both sides now"
6. Often considered a country singer this ladies roots lie in contemporary folk.
7. This artists most popular song is "Banana Boat Song"
8. Discribed as a folk/pop singer/ songwriter he has had material covered by many artists. His first album was recorded with Apple Records.
9.A very popular female artist who has recieved six grammy nominations.
10. A poetic singer/songwriter who started his career playing banjo.
11. A trio with 40 albums in 50 years & a grammy in 1959.
12. Texas born singer who is also an actor best known for writing "Me & Bobbie McGhee".
13. This classic folk singer with a film about his life is one of Woody Guthries most dedicated proteges.
14. An artist who sings Blues/Pop & Soul as well as Folk she is best known for her song "Fast Car" & the large selection of instruments she plays.
15.This young femal artist was only born in 1981 to a famous singer/songwriter. With her two aunts she makes up the group "The Roches".
   



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