Iconic Music Films and Videos
This 1984 Michael Jackson video featured groundbreaking dance moves and a horror movie theme.
What is “Thriller”?
This song by The Rolling Stones says “You can’t always get…”
What is “what you want”?
Who sang the 1967 hit “Light My Fire”?
Who are The Doors?
He produced The Beatles’ albums and is often called the “fifth Beatle.”
Who is George Martin?
This artist was the first woman inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 1987.
Who is Aretha Franklin?
This 1977 film followed the disco craze with John Travolta as Tony Manero.
What is Saturday Night Fever?
The Jackson 5 hit where Michael sings “Oh baby, give me one more chance…”
What is “I Want You Back”?
Who is the lead singer of the 1970s band Fleetwood Mac, known for “Go Your Own Way”?
Who is Stevie Nicks?
This Motown founder helped launch the careers of Stevie Wonder and Marvin Gaye.
Who is Berry Gordy?
This Beatles single was the first to reach No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 in the US.
What is "I Want to Hold Your Hand"
This 1985 charity event was a global music concert to raise money for famine relief in Africa.
What is Live Aid?
This disco anthem by Gloria Gaynor begins with “At first I was afraid…”
This disco anthem by Gloria Gaynor begins with “At first I was afraid…”
Who performed the 1983 hit “Billie Jean”?
Who is Michael Jackson?
This legendary producer worked with Elvis Presley and the “Wall of Sound” technique.
Who is Phil Spector?
This 1985 charity supergroup, including stars like Michael Jackson and David Bowie, recorded “We Are the World.”
Who are USA for Africa?
This 1980 documentary film captures the punk rock scene in London with bands like The Clash.
What is The Punk Rock Movie?
This Bee Gees song is famously featured in Saturday Night Fever.
What is “Stayin’ Alive”?
Who sang the 1965 hit “My Girl”?
Who are The Temptations?
She was the pioneering female producer behind hits for artists like Whitney Houston and En Vogue in the 80s and 90s.
Who is Linda Perry?
This 1983 MTV video award was the first ever presented for “Video of the Year.”
What is “Thriller” by Michael Jackson?
This 1996 film follows the life of a young singer inspired by the music of Elvis Presley and rockabilly.
What is That Thing You Do!?
This 1954 song by Bill Haley & His Comets is considered one of the first rock and roll hits.
What is “Rock Around the Clock”?
Who is the artist behind the 1981 song “Bette Davis Eyes”?
Who is Kim Carnes?
This producer helped define 80s pop by working with artists like Madonna and Michael Jackson.
Who is Quincy Jones?
This 1992 single won the Grammy for Record of the Year and was performed by Eric Clapton.
What is “Tears in Heaven”?