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Who sang “Like a Rolling Stone” in 1965?See the answer
Who is nicknamed “The King of Rock ‘n’ Roll”?See the answer
Which festival transforms a greenfield site into an immersive city of music and performance for a weekend?See the answer
Which festival is renowned for its magical scenography and focus on electronic music?See the answer
Which festival is known for having been created by Perry Farrell as a farewell tour for his band?See the answer
Which festival offers the unique experience of taking place over two consecutive weekends?See the answer
Which historic 1969 festival is considered the pinnacle of the 1960s counterculture?See the answer
At which international festival can one experience the unique setting of concerts in a desert?See the answer
Which festival was created in response to the cancellation of a concert by The Rolling Stones in 1968?See the answer
Which of these festivals is known for its commitment to sustainability and eco-responsibility?See the answer
Which festival started as a technology conference before becoming famous for its live music?See the answer
Where is the Burning Man festival traditionally held?See the answer
Which singer has been nicknamed “The Voice of an Angel” for her extraordinary vocal ability and unique timbre?See the answer
Which singer is famous for her 2016 album “Lemonade”?See the answer
Which Taylor Swift album marks her first major shift to pop music?See the answer
Who sang “Rolling in the Deep”?See the answer
Which singer popularized the song “Bad Romance”?See the answer
Which song by Édith Piaf, which has become a global classic, deals with the theme of rediscovered love?See the answer
Which artist was the first woman to be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame?See the answer
Which artist is known for her single “Royals”?See the answer
Which singer won the Grammy Award for Best Latin Pop Album for “El Dorado”?See the answer
Which singer is nicknamed “The Queen of Pop”?See the answer
Which composer was a pioneer of impressionist music, well known for “Clair de Lune”?See the answer
Who composed “The Art of Fugue,” a work left unfinished at his death?See the answer
Which composer is famous for his epic operas, including “The Ring Cycle”?See the answer
Who composed the famous Wedding March, often played at wedding ceremonies?See the answer
Which composer is known for his “Years of Pilgrimage” cycle, inspired by his travels across Europe?See the answer
Who composed the opera “Don Giovanni,” one of the most performed lyrical works in the world?See the answer
Which composer is renowned for having written over 600 Lieder, or German songs?See the answer
Who is the author of “The Well-Tempered Clavier,” an influential collection of preludes and fugues?See the answer
Which composer is famous for his symphonies, particularly the 9th Symphony “Ode to Joy”?See the answer
Who composed “The Four Seasons,” a famous set of violin concertos?See the answer
Where is the ukulele originally from?See the answer
Which musical instrument, originating in Australia and played by indigenous peoples?See the answer
Which traditional Irish instrument is primarily played during festivals and dances?See the answer
Where does the banjo, an instrument known for its role in country and bluegrass music, originate from?See the answer
Where does the sitar, this plucked string instrument, originate from?See the answer
Which traditional South American instrument is mainly composed of hollow tubes of different lengths?See the answer
Which African percussion instrument is played with the hands and is known for its variety of sounds?See the answer
What is the bowed string instrument originating from North India?See the answer
Which of these instruments is a traditional Japanese wind instrument?See the answer
Which plucked string instrument is famous in flamenco music?See the answer
Who created the hit “Alone”?See the answer
Who co-produced “Lean On” with Major Lazer?See the answer
Which band created “Discovery,” an album associated with the film “Interstella 5555”?See the answer
Which artist is known for live performances that blend traditional and electronic instruments?See the answer
Which artist is recognized for introducing the concept of the DJ set as an artistic performance?See the answer
Which band is recognized for integrating elements of reggae into electronic music?See the answer
Which Brian Eno album is fundamental to ambient music?See the answer
Who is considered a pioneer of electronic music?See the answer
Which DJ became a global sensation with his hit “Levels”?See the answer
Who is nicknamed the “Godfather of Disco”?See the answer
Who revolutionized the technique of the double bass in jazz with melodic solos?See the answer
Which Keith Jarrett album is a best-selling solo jazz record?See the answer
Which Billie Holiday song denounces racism and has become a cry of protest against racial violence?See the answer
Which jazz pianist is famous for his complex compositions and innovative style?See the answer
What style of jazz did Louis Armstrong popularize in the 1920s?See the answer
Which New York jazz club is famous for having hosted legends like Miles Davis and John Coltrane?See the answer
Which instrument is associated with John Coltrane?See the answer
Which jazz singer is nicknamed “The First Lady of Song”?See the answer
Which Miles Davis album is considered a cornerstone of modal jazz?See the answer
Who is considered the father of modern jazz?See the answer
“What 1986 song by Bon Jovi became an anthem of 80s rock?”See the answer
What 1984 hit by Bruce Springsteen became an anthem of the American working class?See the answer
Who performed “With or Without You,” released in 1987?See the answer
Which song by Prince became iconic in 1984?See the answer
Which of these bands is not associated with the New Wave movement of the 80s?See the answer
Which Whitney Houston song, released in 1987, became a global hit?See the answer
Which 1983 hit is famous for its synthetic bass line, performed by Michael Jackson and produced by Quincy Jones?See the answer
Who sang “Like a Virgin” in 1984?See the answer
Which band performed “Don’t Stop Believin'” in 1981?See the answer
Which artist is known for the hit “Thriller” released in 1982?See the answer
Who composed the memorable soundtrack for the movie “The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring”?See the answer
In which movie does the song “Stayin’ Alive” by the Bee Gees play a central role in the soundtrack?See the answer
Which movie soundtrack, composed by Ramin Djawadi, is famous for its captivating theme and its blend of orchestral elements with modern electronics?See the answer
Who composed the famous soundtrack for the movie “Psycho,” known for its terrifying shower scene?See the answer
Which movie features the song “Over the Rainbow,” which won the Oscar for Best Original Song?See the answer
For which film did Hans Zimmer compose the soundtrack, known for its innovative use of electronic music and orchestral sounds?See the answer
Which movie soundtrack is known for the hit “I Will Always Love You” performed by Whitney Houston?See the answer
Which 80s movie is famous for its soundtrack, including the hit “Eye of the Tiger” by Survivor?See the answer
Which song from “Titanic” won the Oscar for Best Original Song?See the answer
Which composer is famous for the soundtrack of the movie “Jurassic Park”?See the answer
Which American city is often considered the birthplace of hip-hop?See the answer
Which rapper is known for his frequent use of the metaphor “Slim Shady”?See the answer
In what year is the birth of hip-hop generally placed?See the answer
Which Drake album, released in 2011, was a major turning point in his career, affirming his style of “singing rap”?See the answer
Which of these groups is famous for incorporating elements of jazz into their hip-hop music?See the answer
Who released the influential album “Illmatic” in 1994?See the answer
Which hip-hop group is known for their album “Licensed to Ill”?See the answer
Which of these artists is famous for popularizing “G-Funk”?See the answer
Which album by Notorious B.I.G. was released shortly after his death in 1997?See the answer
Who is considered a pioneer of rap, having released “Rapper’s Delight” in 1979?See the answer
Which Led Zeppelin song is reputed to have popularized the hard rock genre?See the answer
Which Beatles album is famous for having the first rock song to incorporate a sitar, played by George Harrison?See the answer
Which artist is known for having performed the American national anthem on electric guitar at the Woodstock Festival in 1969?See the answer
Which artist is famous for having introduced the electric guitar as the main instrument in rock and roll?See the answer
Which Queen song became iconic during their performance at Live Aid in 1985?See the answer
Which of these festivals is famous for having been a highlight of the hippie culture in the 60s?See the answer
Which band is known for popularizing the genre “heavy metal”?See the answer
What is the name of the legendary Beatles album, often considered one of the greatest albums of all time?See the answer