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Study Guide: Big Talk: Band Overview and Discography

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Big Talk: Band Overview and Discography Study Guide

Band Origins and Formation

Big Talk originated in Los Angeles, California.

Answer: False

Explanation: The band Big Talk was formed in Las Vegas, Nevada, not Los Angeles.

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Ronnie Vannucci Jr. formed Big Talk during a period when The Killers were inactive and taking a hiatus from touring.

Answer: True

Explanation: Big Talk was formed during a hiatus period for The Killers, allowing Vannucci Jr. to pursue other musical projects.

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The band Big Talk was formed in the year 2011.

Answer: True

Explanation: Big Talk was formed in 2011 and has remained active since then.

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The band Big Talk has been active continuously since its formation in 2011.

Answer: True

Explanation: Big Talk has been active since its formation in 2011 and continues to be so.

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What city and country is the origin of the American rock band Big Talk?

Answer: Las Vegas, Nevada, USA

Explanation: The band Big Talk originated in Las Vegas, Nevada, in the United States.

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What was the primary reason Ronnie Vannucci Jr. formed Big Talk?

Answer: To create music during a period when The Killers were inactive.

Explanation: Ronnie Vannucci Jr. formed Big Talk during a hiatus period for The Killers, enabling him to create music outside of that band's activities.

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Debut Album: *Big Talk*

Big Talk's debut album, titled *Big Talk*, was released on July 12, 2011.

Answer: True

Explanation: The eponymous debut album *Big Talk* was released on July 12, 2011.

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The debut album *Big Talk* was produced by Joe Chiccarelli, while Alan Moulder served as the mixing engineer.

Answer: True

Explanation: Joe Chiccarelli produced the album, and Alan Moulder handled the mixing, indicating distinct production roles.

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The recording sessions for Big Talk's debut album took place at Battle Born Studios.

Answer: True

Explanation: The debut album was recorded at Battle Born Studios, with mixing completed at London's Assault & Battery Studios.

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Matt Sharp, formerly the bassist for Weezer, contributed bass parts to Big Talk's debut album.

Answer: True

Explanation: Matt Sharp, who previously played bass for Weezer, contributed bass parts to Big Talk's debut album.

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The first single released from Big Talk's debut album was titled 'Getaways'.

Answer: True

Explanation: 'Getaways' was the first single released from the debut album *Big Talk*.

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Big Talk's debut album was mixed by Alan Moulder at Assault & Battery Studios in London.

Answer: True

Explanation: Alan Moulder mixed the debut album at Assault & Battery Studios in London, not Abbey Road Studios.

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Joe Chiccarelli, producer of Big Talk's debut album, has also worked with The Strokes.

Answer: True

Explanation: Joe Chiccarelli, who produced Big Talk's debut album, has an established career working with notable artists such as The Strokes.

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Who produced Big Talk's self-titled debut album?

Answer: Joe Chiccarelli

Explanation: Joe Chiccarelli produced the debut album *Big Talk*, known for his work with artists like The Strokes.

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In which studio was Big Talk's debut album recorded?

Answer: Battle Born Studios

Explanation: The debut album *Big Talk* was recorded at Battle Born Studios between November 2010 and January 2011.

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Which musician, formerly associated with Weezer, contributed to Big Talk's debut album?

Answer: Matt Sharp

Explanation: Matt Sharp, who previously played bass for Weezer, contributed bass parts to Big Talk's debut album.

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What was the title of the first single released from Big Talk's debut album?

Answer: Getaways

Explanation: 'Getaways' was the first single released from the debut album *Big Talk*.

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Which of the following musicians contributed bass parts to Big Talk's debut album but was not considered a core member at formation?

Answer: Matt Sharp

Explanation: Matt Sharp, formerly of Weezer, contributed bass parts to the debut album and was not part of the initial core formation.

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Second Album: *Straight In No Kissin'*

Big Talk's second album is titled *Straight In No Kissin'*.

Answer: True

Explanation: The second album released by Big Talk is *Straight In No Kissin'*, not *Getaways*.

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Ronnie Vannucci Jr. and John Spiker co-produced Big Talk's second album, *Straight In No Kissin'*.

Answer: True

Explanation: Ronnie Vannucci Jr. and John Spiker collaborated as producers for Big Talk's second album, *Straight In No Kissin'*.

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The cover art for *Straight In No Kissin'* features the band members dressed in drag.

Answer: True

Explanation: Contrary to formal attire, the cover art for *Straight In No Kissin'* depicts the band members in drag.

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The single 'What Happened to Delisa?' was released prior to the launch of Big Talk's second album.

Answer: True

Explanation: The single 'What Happened to Delisa?' was released in June 2015, preceding the July 2015 release of the second album *Straight In No Kissin'*.

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Archie Vannucci, Ronnie's pet boxer, is featured on the cover art of Big Talk's second album, *Straight In No Kissin'*.

Answer: True

Explanation: Archie Vannucci, the band's mascot, appears on the cover art of the second album, *Straight In No Kissin'*.

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What is the title of Big Talk's second studio album?

Answer: Straight In No Kissin'

Explanation: The second album released by Big Talk is *Straight In No Kissin'*.

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Who produced Big Talk's second album, *Straight In No Kissin'*?

Answer: Ronnie Vannucci Jr. and John Spiker

Explanation: Ronnie Vannucci Jr. and John Spiker collaborated as producers for Big Talk's second album, *Straight In No Kissin'*.

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What was the release date of Big Talk's second album, *Straight In No Kissin'*?

Answer: July 24, 2015

Explanation: Big Talk's second album, *Straight In No Kissin'*, was officially released on July 24, 2015.

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What was the first single released from Big Talk's second album, *Straight In No Kissin'*?

Answer: What Happened to Delisa?

Explanation: The first single released from *Straight In No Kissin'* was titled 'What Happened to Delisa?'.

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Band Members and Roles

In the studio, Ronnie Vannucci Jr. contributes lead vocals, rhythm guitar, bass, keyboard, drums, and percussion for Big Talk.

Answer: True

Explanation: Ronnie Vannucci Jr.'s studio contributions to Big Talk are extensive, including lead vocals, rhythm guitar, bass, keyboard, drums, and percussion.

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In Big Talk's studio recordings, Taylor Milne primarily contributes lead guitar and backing vocals.

Answer: True

Explanation: Taylor Milne's primary studio role in Big Talk is lead guitar and backing vocals, not drums.

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John Spiker plays bass guitar in the studio for Big Talk.

Answer: True

Explanation: John Spiker's role in the studio for Big Talk is playing bass guitar.

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In Big Talk's studio sessions, John Konesky plays guitar and keyboards.

Answer: True

Explanation: John Konesky's studio contributions to Big Talk include guitar and keyboards, not drums and percussion.

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Brooks Wackerman is known for his musical contributions to the band Bad Religion.

Answer: True

Explanation: While Brooks Wackerman is a notable drummer, his prominent affiliation mentioned is with Bad Religion, not The Killers.

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Ronnie Vannucci Jr.'s primary musical affiliation is as the drummer for The Killers.

Answer: True

Explanation: Ronnie Vannucci Jr.'s primary musical affiliation is indeed as the drummer for the internationally recognized band The Killers.

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Taylor Milne was previously in a band called Expert on October with Ronnie Vannucci Jr.

Answer: True

Explanation: Taylor Milne's prior band connection mentioned in the text is Expert on October, a band he shared with Ronnie Vannucci Jr.

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John Spiker is also associated with the band Tenacious D.

Answer: True

Explanation: John Spiker's association with the band Tenacious D is noted in the source material.

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Ronnie Vannucci Jr. did not play drums for Big Talk during their first tour in 2011.

Answer: True

Explanation: During Big Talk's first tour in 2011, Alex Stopa performed the drumming duties.

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In the studio, what instrument does Taylor Milne primarily play for Big Talk?

Answer: Lead guitar

Explanation: Taylor Milne's primary studio role in Big Talk is lead guitar and backing vocals.

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Which band is John Spiker also associated with, according to the provided text?

Answer: Tenacious D

Explanation: John Spiker's association with the band Tenacious D is noted in the source material.

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What is Ronnie Vannucci Jr.'s primary role within the band The Killers?

Answer: Drummer

Explanation: Ronnie Vannucci Jr.'s primary musical affiliation is indeed as the drummer for the internationally recognized band The Killers.

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In Big Talk's studio sessions, what instruments does John Konesky play?

Answer: Guitar and keyboards

Explanation: John Konesky plays guitar and keyboards in the studio for Big Talk.

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Which musician, known for playing drums with Bad Religion, is also a member of Big Talk?

Answer: Brooks Wackerman

Explanation: Brooks Wackerman, known for his drumming with Bad Religion, is also a member of Big Talk.

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How did the live lineup for Big Talk differ in 2011 compared to May 2015 regarding the drummer?

Answer: Alex Stopa played drums in 2011, and Brooks Wackerman played drums in 2015.

Explanation: During the 2011 tour, Alex Stopa played drums, while by May 2015, Brooks Wackerman had taken over the drumming duties for Big Talk.

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What is Ronnie Vannucci Jr.'s full range of studio contributions to Big Talk?

Answer: Lead vocals, rhythm guitar, bass, keyboard, drums, and percussion

Explanation: Ronnie Vannucci Jr. is a multi-instrumentalist in the studio for Big Talk, contributing vocals, guitars, bass, keyboards, drums, and percussion.

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What was Taylor Milne's prior band connection mentioned in the text, alongside Ronnie Vannucci Jr.?

Answer: Expert on October

Explanation: Taylor Milne's prior band connection mentioned in the text is Expert on October, a band he shared with Ronnie Vannucci Jr.

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In the 2011 live lineup for Big Talk, what instruments did John Spiker play?

Answer: Keyboards, guitar, and background vocals

Explanation: During the 2011 tour, John Spiker performed on keyboards, guitar, and provided background vocals for Big Talk.

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By May 2015, who had joined Big Talk on drums for their second album support?

Answer: Brooks Wackerman

Explanation: By May 2015, Brooks Wackerman had joined Big Talk on drums to support their second album.

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Musical Style and Production

Big Talk's musical style is described as encompassing indie rock, country rock, and post-grunge.

Answer: True

Explanation: The band's music is characterized by a blend of indie rock, country rock, and post-grunge elements, rather than being exclusively post-grunge.

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Which of the following genres is NOT associated with Big Talk's music according to the source?

Answer: Psychedelic rock

Explanation: The source material associates Big Talk with indie rock, country rock, and post-grunge, but not psychedelic rock.

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Who is Alan Moulder, mentioned in the context of Big Talk's debut album?

Answer: The mixing engineer

Explanation: Alan Moulder is identified as the mixing engineer for Big Talk's debut album, known for his work with numerous prominent artists.

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Which of the following is NOT listed as a genre associated with Big Talk?

Answer: Hard rock

Explanation: The genres associated with Big Talk are indie rock, country rock, and post-grunge; hard rock is not mentioned.

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Promotional and Ancillary Details

Pledge Music is listed as one of the record labels associated with Big Talk.

Answer: True

Explanation: Pledge Music is indeed listed among the record labels that have released music for Big Talk.

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Big Talk made their live television debut on the show *Jimmy Kimmel Live!*.

Answer: True

Explanation: The band Big Talk made its live television debut on the program *Jimmy Kimmel Live!*.

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The official website for Big Talk is bigtalkmusic.com.

Answer: True

Explanation: The official website for the band Big Talk is bigtalkmusic.com.

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On which television program did Big Talk make its live debut?

Answer: Jimmy Kimmel Live!

Explanation: The band Big Talk made its live television debut on the program *Jimmy Kimmel Live!*.

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Which music publication provided an exclusive stream of Big Talk's debut album before its official release?

Answer: NME

Explanation: NME (New Musical Express) provided an exclusive stream of Big Talk's debut album, offering listeners early access.

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What is the significance of 'Little Oil' in relation to Big Talk?

Answer: It's Ronnie Vannucci Jr.'s personal record label.

Explanation: Little Oil is Ronnie Vannucci Jr.'s personal record label, under which Big Talk released its debut album in conjunction with Epitaph Records.

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What is the name of Ronnie Vannucci Jr.'s pet boxer, identified as the mascot for Big Talk?

Answer: Archie

Explanation: Archie Vannucci, Ronnie's pet boxer, serves as the mascot for the band Big Talk.

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Which record label, besides Epitaph Records, released Big Talk's debut album?

Answer: Little Oil

Explanation: Little Oil, Ronnie Vannucci Jr.'s personal record label, released the debut album alongside Epitaph Records.

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