Radiohead Quiz with 10 Questions

Welcome to the Radiohead Quiz, where you can test your knowledge of one of the most innovative and influential bands in alternative rock history! Radiohead’s unique sound, thought-provoking lyrics, and experimental approach to music have earned them a dedicated global fanbase. This quiz will take you on a journey through their iconic albums, from the haunting melodies of “OK Computer” to the introspective beauty of “Kid A” and beyond. Test your familiarity with the band’s members, including Thom Yorke, Jonny Greenwood, Colin Greenwood, Ed O’Brien, and Philip Selway, and their musical evolution over the years. Whether you’re a devoted Radiohead enthusiast or a curious listener looking to explore their discography, this quiz will challenge you to unravel the complexities of their artistry. So, get ready to dive into the world of Radiohead and let their mesmerizing tunes guide you through this mind-bending and soul-stirring quiz!

Radiohead Quiz -1

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Question 1

The track 'My Iron Lung' was first released on an EP before the release of 'the Bends'. What was the name of this EP?

A	My Iron Lung EP
B	Thom's Beautiful Blues
C	We Will Rock You
D	Itch

Question 2

Name another indie band that came from Oxford that emerged around the same time as Radiohead.

A	Paul McCartney and Wings
B	The Eagles
C	Supergrass
D	The Kinks

Question 3

What key is 'Creep' in?

A	G
B	F sharp minor
C	A
D	H minor

Question 3 Explanation:

The chord progression throughout is: G, B, C, Cm looped. Ed plays the clean parts during the verses with his Rickenbacker (through a Mesa Boogie amp with plenty of chorus). Jonny comes in just before the choruses with that famous 'chainsaw' effect before going mental with loads of distortion belting out of his small Fender tranny amp. In the video Thom is also playing guitar but performing live he's hands free so he can concentrate more on the whimpering and drooling.

Question 4

How did they achieve that computerized voice on the track 'Fitter Happier'?

A	It's Jonny speaking through a Vocoder
B	It's from a computer game called 'Sonic the Plumber'
C	It's the voice of Christopher Hawkins
D	They used a program on a Mac called 'Simpletext'

Question 5

Which of the following songs has finally been released officially?

A	Big Boots
B	Lift
C	Namby Pamby
D	True Love Waits

Question 6

What was the song 'Fog' originally known as?

A	In the Land of the Tree People
B	Gayface
C	Alligators in New York Sewers
D	Planet Xerox

Question 6 Explanation:

They played this song on the road in sketch form before they recorded and renamed it. A more recent live version has popped up on an import disc where it's listed as 'Fog (again)' but it's the original (and preferred) piano ballad arrangement.

Question 7

Which unreleased song has the following line: 'you'll go to hell for what your dirty mind is thinking'?

A	I Promise
B	Follow Me Around
C	Man-O-War
D	Big ideas (don't get any) or 'Nude'

Question 8

Which type of guitar does Jonny usually play?

A	a Gretch Silver Buttock
B	a Gibson Nutter
C	a Fender Super-Spoon
D	a Fender Telecaster

Question 9

Thom's voice has changed considerably since their debut 'Pablo Honey'. When the band perform older songs in their recent tour, how does Thom sing them?

A	He sings them in his new slavering whimpering off-key warble.
B	He gets Jonny to sing them. He once said 'Jonny has the voice of a crying angel'.
C	Sings them all in a dull flat monotone.
D	Sings them exactly how they were recorded - very strong and clear sounding.