Charlie's Music Education
The first CD I ever owned, this soundtrack to Iron Man 2 features these rock and roll Aussies.
Who are AC/DC?
This Beatle provided the vocals on "I Am The Walrus", although the songwriting credits are actually split between two members of the band.
Who is John Lennon?
This was the most neglected album of 1979, according to Trey's favorite sticker on my water bottle.
What is "Drums and Wires"?
Before directing Jodi Foster and Anthony Hopkins, this filmmaker directed arguably the greatest concert film of all time: Stop Making Sense.
Who is Jonathan Demme?
Who are The Smashing Pumpkins?
One of my first experiences with the Beatles was listening to a smattering of songs from this famous Vegas show, which recently put on its last performance.
What is Beatles Love?
They're living on nuts and berries, or the at least the "Animals" in this Talking Heads song do on this 1979 album.
What is "Fear of Music"?
Who is Andy Partridge?
Second place for best concert movie isn't too bad for director Martin Scorsese, who recorded live tunes and documentary footage in this film for The Band.
What is The Last Waltz?
"No One Else", "Holiday", "Getchoo".
Who are Weezer?
My first vinyl record, I found this jazz-rock magnum opus at Goodwill for $0.69.
What is "Aja" by Steely Dan?
This hip Squeeze tune, and the album of the same name, released in 1979. (Fun fact: my dad has a shirt of this)
What is "Cool for Cats"?
While the band (or really just the frontman) hated working with this musician/producer on 1986's "Skylarking", it's still a pretty great record.
Who is Todd Rundgren?
This stand-up special by comedian Eddie Murphy is ranked sixth in the top 10 highest grossing concert films of all time.
What is Eddie Murphy Raw?
"Cannonball", "Divine Hammer", "Drivin' on 9".
Who are The Breeders?
Where were you July 16th, 2013? If you were at Meadow Brook Amphitheater seeing this band live, then you were at my first concert!
Who are fun.?
Name the three animals featured in the titles of Pink Floyd's album "Animals".
What are pigs, dogs, and sheep?
This XTC album features one of Charlie's most underrated side-ones, as well as a train wheel on the cover.
What is "The Big Express"?
Following the release of The Joshua Tree, this U2 concert film was released in 1988 alongside the album, which featured live and studio cuts.
What is Rattle and Hum?
"Army", "Kate", "Battle of Who Could Care Less"
Who are The Ben Folds Five?
After setting up my turntable for the first time, I turned my speakers up to 11 to listen to this Phil Collins classic. However many records later, those speakers are still (surprisingly) functional.
What is "In the Air Tonight"?
Okay "Rock Lobster" fans... what are Fred Schneider's first lyrics in the song?
What is "We were at a party / His earlobe fell in the deep"?
Taking a break in the mid 80s, a few members of the band went on to form this spin-off, harkening back to The Beatles and psychedelic sounds of the 60s.
Who are The Dukes of Stratosphear?
This beloved concert is the only film playing in theaters during the apocalypse depicted in The Omega Man, much to Charlton Heston's chagrin.
What is Woodstock?
"Harmony", "Loose Fit", "Sunshine and Love".
Who are Happy Mondays?