Pop Icons of the 70s
This "Rocketman" dominated the decade with glittering outfits
Who is Elton John?
This Renaissance master painted the (MonaLisa) and (TheLastSupper).
Who is Leonardo da Vinci?
In 1985, this massive all-star charity single written by Michael Jackson and Lionel Richie raised millions for famine relief in Africa.
What is "We Are the World"?
In 1955, this pioneering guitarist told listeners to "tell Beethoven the news" in his fast-paced rock-and-roll smash, "Johnny B. Goode."
Who is Chuck Berry?
"Dancing Queen" and "Mamma Mia" were massive worldwide hits for this Swedish pop group.
Who is ABBA?
He sculpted the (Pietà) and painted the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel.
Who is Michelangelo?
Brothers Mark and David Knopfler formed this British rock band that famously sang about the "Money for Nothing" video.
Who is Dire Straits?
Originally a country song, this 1956 crossover hit about a restless, blue-collar truck driver was sung by Tennessee Ernie Ford.
What is "Sixteen Tons"?
This "Piano Man" released his breakthrough album The Stranger in 1977.
Who is Billy Joel?
Known for his Water Lilies, this French painter was a founder of Impressionist art.
Who is Claude Monet?
This album by Guns N' Roses became the best-selling debut album of all time, featuring hits like "Sweet Child O' Mine."
What is Appetite for Destruction?
This R&B legend laid the groundwork for rock and roll with her powerhouse 1956 track, "Tutti Frutti."
Who is Little Richard?
Before going solo, this pint-sized powerhouse dominated the decade with "I Will Survive," the ultimate disco anthem of female empowerment.
Who is Gloria Gaynor?
This Dutch Post-Impressionist painter cut off a portion of his own ear and painted (TheStarryNight).
Who is Vincent van Gogh?
The iconic riff in this 1982 song by The Clash was actually played by synthesizer, not a guitar, making it a pioneer of electronic rock.
What is "Rock the Casbah"?
This group sang the classic “Earth Angel.”
Who are The Penguins?
This "Queen of Disco" collaborated with producer Giorgio Moroder to create the hypnotic, synth-heavy 1977 track "I Feel Love."
Who is Donna Summer?
This Spanish surrealist master created the famous melting clocks in his 1931 painting The Persistence of Memory.
Who is Salvador Dalí?
The groundbreaking 1986 crossover hit "Walk This Way" saw this pioneering rap group team up with rock icons Aerosmith.
Who are Run-D.M.C.?
This country legend was just a teenager when she recorded "I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus" and "Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree."
Who is Brenda Lee?
"The largest land deal in U.S. history was formalized in a building at this spot, now named for a military hero & president."
Jackson Square
Site in New Orleans where the Louisiana Purchase papers were signed in 1803