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[Pinnacle of Disco] A quiz about Earth, Wind & Fire
Earth, Wind & Fire is a funk band led by Maurice White.
With a musical style that blends funk with elements of R&B, pop, and disco, they greatly energized the music scene of the 1970s.
They’re extremely popular even in Japan, where Black music hasn’t developed as robustly, so I think everyone has heard their songs at least once.
This time, we’re presenting a quiz related to Earth, Wind & Fire.
We’ve prepared a wide range of questions, from easy ones to tough ones that only true fans could answer.
Be sure to take on the challenge all the way to the end!
[Pinnacle of Disco] Quiz about Earth, Wind & Fire (1–10)
Which of the following bands was the predecessor to Earth, Wind & Fire?
- Salty Peppers
- Chicago
- Sally Gang
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Salty Peppers
The predecessor band of Earth, Wind & Fire was called the Salty Peppers. This was the band Maurice White, a founding member of Earth, Wind & Fire, had previously belonged to, and he later brought in new members to form Earth, Wind & Fire.
What is the famous Earth, Wind & Fire song released in 1979?
- After the Love Is Gone
- Let\’s Groove
- Boogie Wonderland
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Boogie Wonderland
Released in 1979, Boogie Wonderland is a landmark disco track by Earth, Wind & Fire. Characterized by its energetic beat and brilliant choral lines, the song became a symbol of the disco boom of the era.
What is the total number of CDs and records sold by Earth, Wind & Fire?
- about 60 million
- about 70 million
- about 90 million
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about 90 million
Earth, Wind & Fire have sold about 90 million albums to date. Their music is loved around the world and continues to exert a profound influence.
Speaking of Earth, Wind & Fire’s vocalists, there’s Maurice White—and who else?
- Philip Bailey
- Vardin White
- Ralph Johnson
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Philip Bailey
Another primary vocalist of Earth, Wind & Fire is Philip Bailey. His striking falsetto voice is one of the defining characteristics that symbolize the band’s sound.
What month and day is Earth, Wind & Fire Day?
- January 1
- June 21
- September 21
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September 21
Because the hit song “September” by Earth, Wind & Fire includes the lyric “Do you remember the 21st night of September?”, September 21 was designated as the official Earth, Wind & Fire Day in reference to it.
How many times have Earth, Wind & Fire won the Grammy Awards?
- 6 times
- eight times
- four times
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6 times
Earth, Wind & Fire have won six Grammy Awards over the course of their career. Their music continues to be loved by many and they are a legendary band that has influenced a variety of genres.
What sound is emblematic of Earth, Wind & Fire?
- horn section
- Strings section
- Piano section
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horn section
One of the elements that symbolize Earth, Wind & Fire’s sound is the horn section. It features a powerful, vibrant brass sound woven by wind instruments like trumpets and saxophones, adding a special color and resonance to their music.