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Hugh Cornwell's musical career is exclusively defined by the punk rock genre, without any involvement in new wave or alternative rock.
Answer: False
Explanation: Hugh Cornwell's musical career encompasses alternative rock, new wave, punk rock, and post-punk, demonstrating a diverse stylistic range beyond solely punk rock.
Hugh Cornwell completed a bachelor's degree in biochemistry at the University of Bristol, subsequently undertaking post-graduate research in Sweden.
Answer: True
Explanation: Hugh Cornwell holds a bachelor's degree in biochemistry from the University of Bristol and conducted post-graduate research at Lund University in Sweden.
Hugh Cornwell is primarily recognized as the lead vocalist and lead guitarist for the band Fairport Convention.
Answer: False
Explanation: Hugh Cornwell is primarily known as the lead vocalist and lead guitarist for The Stranglers, not Fairport Convention, although he played in a band with future Fairport Convention member Richard Thompson.
Hugh Cornwell's complete birth name is Hugh Alan Cornwell.
Answer: True
Explanation: Hugh Cornwell's full birth name is indeed Hugh Alan Cornwell.
Hugh Cornwell was born in Guildford, England, in 1949.
Answer: False
Explanation: Hugh Cornwell was born on August 28, 1949, in Tufnell Park, North London, England, not Guildford.
Hugh Cornwell's principal occupations encompass musician, singer-songwriter, and novelist.
Answer: True
Explanation: Hugh Cornwell's primary occupations are musician, singer-songwriter, and novelist, reflecting his diverse artistic contributions.
Hugh Cornwell's active musical career commenced in 1990, following his departure from The Stranglers.
Answer: False
Explanation: Hugh Cornwell's active years in music began in 1974 with The Stranglers, continuing to the present, not starting in 1990.
Which of the following does NOT represent one of Hugh Cornwell's primary occupations?
Answer: Film Director
Explanation: Hugh Cornwell's primary occupations are musician, singer-songwriter, and novelist. While he has a passion for film (as evidenced by his podcast), 'Film Director' is not listed as a primary occupation.
In what year was Hugh Cornwell born?
Answer: 1949
Explanation: Hugh Cornwell was born on August 28, 1949.
Which university did Hugh Cornwell attend for his bachelor's degree in biochemistry?
Answer: University of Bristol
Explanation: Hugh Cornwell earned a bachelor's degree in biochemistry from the University of Bristol.
What was Hugh Cornwell's most notable band affiliation before his solo career?
Answer: The Stranglers
Explanation: Hugh Cornwell's most notable band affiliation before his solo career was with The Stranglers, where he was the lead vocalist and lead guitarist.
The band that became The Stranglers initially adopted 'the Guildford Stranglers' before shortening it, never having been known as Johnny Sox.
Answer: False
Explanation: The band's naming evolution began with Johnny Sox, then 'the Guildford Stranglers,' before finally settling on 'the Stranglers'.
The Stranglers obtained a recording contract with EMI Records by 1977, subsequently achieving commercial success as a punk band.
Answer: False
Explanation: By 1977, The Stranglers secured a recording contract with *United Artists Records*, not EMI Records, becoming the most commercially successful band from the UK punk scene.
Where did Hugh Cornwell form his first band, Johnny Sox?
Answer: Sweden
Explanation: Hugh Cornwell formed his first band, Johnny Sox, in Sweden, shortly after arriving at Lund University for post-graduate research.
Who joined Johnny Sox as a drummer when Hugh Cornwell returned to the UK in 1974?
Answer: Jet Black
Explanation: Upon Hugh Cornwell's return to the UK in 1974 with Johnny Sox, drummer Jet Black joined the band.
Who replaced Hans Wärmling in The Stranglers in 1975 after responding to a Melody Maker advertisement?
Answer: Dave Greenfield
Explanation: Dave Greenfield replaced Hans Wärmling in The Stranglers in 1975 after responding to a Melody Maker advertisement.
By what year did The Stranglers secure a recording contract with United Artists Records and become the most commercially successful band from the UK punk scene?
Answer: 1977
Explanation: By 1977, The Stranglers had secured a recording contract with United Artists Records, becoming the most commercially successful band to emerge from the UK punk scene.
Hugh Cornwell's primary guitar during his tenure with The Stranglers from 1974 to 1989 was a Gibson Melody Maker.
Answer: False
Explanation: Hugh Cornwell primarily used a Black Fender Telecaster with The Stranglers from 1974 to 1989, adopting a Gibson Melody Maker only for the '10 Tour'.
Hugh Cornwell's departure from The Stranglers in 1990 was primarily motivated by a desire to pursue an acting career, rather than internal band tensions.
Answer: False
Explanation: Hugh Cornwell left The Stranglers in 1990 due to growing tensions and artistic clashes within the band, not primarily to pursue an acting career.
The album '10' was recorded subsequent to Hugh Cornwell's departure from The Stranglers, signifying his initial solo endeavor.
Answer: False
Explanation: The album '10' was recorded just before Hugh Cornwell's departure from The Stranglers in 1990, not after, and 'Nosferatu' was his first studio album away from the band.
Hugh Cornwell instructed Jean-Jacques Burnel in playing bass guitar for The Stranglers.
Answer: True
Explanation: Hugh Cornwell was instrumental in teaching Jean-Jacques Burnel, The Stranglers' bassist, how to play the instrument.
Which guitar did Hugh Cornwell primarily use with The Stranglers from 1974 until 1989?
Answer: Black Fender Telecaster
Explanation: Hugh Cornwell primarily used a Black Fender Telecaster throughout his tenure with The Stranglers from 1974 until 1989.
What was the main reason Hugh Cornwell decided to leave The Stranglers in 1990?
Answer: Growing tensions and artistic clashes within the band
Explanation: Hugh Cornwell left The Stranglers in 1990 due to growing tensions within the band and artistic clashes with Jean-Jacques Burnel, feeling he could no longer progress artistically.
Which album was recorded just before Hugh Cornwell's departure from The Stranglers in 1990?
Answer: 10
Explanation: The album '10' was recorded just before Hugh Cornwell's departure from The Stranglers in 1990.
In The Stranglers, how were lead vocal duties typically divided between Cornwell and Burnel?
Answer: Cornwell sang the majority of songs, while Burnel handled lead vocals on approximately a third.
Explanation: Hugh Cornwell sang the majority of The Stranglers' songs, with Jean-Jacques Burnel handling lead vocals on approximately a third of the tracks.
Hugh Cornwell's inaugural studio album independent of The Stranglers, 'Nosferatu,' was recorded in 1979 in collaboration with Robert Williams.
Answer: True
Explanation: Hugh Cornwell recorded 'Nosferatu' in 1979, his first studio album outside of The Stranglers, with Robert Williams, drummer from Captain Beefheart's Magic Band.
The 2020 re-release of Hugh Cornwell's album 'Hi Fi' featured a new remix by Cornwell and a remaster on 180g vinyl.
Answer: True
Explanation: The 2020 re-release of 'Hi Fi' on 180g vinyl included a new remix by Hugh Cornwell and a remaster, indicating a renewed interest in his earlier solo work.
'Footprints in the Desert' is Hugh Cornwell's first 'lost album,' comprising unreleased tracks from the late 1980s.
Answer: False
Explanation: 'Footprints in the Desert' (2002) is described as Hugh Cornwell's *second* 'lost album,' compiling rare and unreleased tracks from the *mid-1990s*.
Hugh Cornwell's 2004 album 'Beyond Elysian Fields' was produced by Tony Visconti and drew comparisons to artists such as Bob Dylan and Dire Straits.
Answer: True
Explanation: The 2004 album 'Beyond Elysian Fields' was produced by Tony Visconti and was described by MusicOMH as 'something like a cross between [Bob] Dylan and Dire Straits at their best'.
Hugh Cornwell initially released his album 'Hooverdam' as a complimentary download on his website in 2008, aligning with a trend established by other artists.
Answer: True
Explanation: In June 2008, Hugh Cornwell offered 'Hooverdam' as a free download on his website, an early adoption of direct-to-fan distribution.
The film 'Blueprint,' released in conjunction with 'Hooverdam,' was primarily a straightforward behind-the-scenes documentary of the album's recording.
Answer: False
Explanation: The film 'Blueprint' was described as an 'engrossing film' borrowing from Jean-Luc Godard and Norman Jewison, suggesting a more artistic and substantial visual experience than a simple behind-the-scenes documentary.
Steve Albini engineered and mixed Hugh Cornwell's 2012 album 'Totem and Taboo,' an album lauded for its raw sonic quality.
Answer: True
Explanation: Steve Albini engineered and mixed Hugh Cornwell's 2012 album 'Totem and Taboo,' which was praised for its raw and powerful sound, characteristic of Albini's production style.
In 2018, Hugh Cornwell secured a solo artist contract with Sony, subsequently releasing the album 'Monster.'
Answer: True
Explanation: Hugh Cornwell signed to Sony as a solo artist in 2018 and released the album 'Monster,' marking a significant label signing for his individual career.
The title track 'Monster' from Hugh Cornwell's 2018 album honors George Lucas for his inspiration behind 'Star Wars.'
Answer: False
Explanation: The title track 'Monster' pays tribute to special effects wizard Ray Harryhausen, whom George Lucas credited with inspiring 'Star Wars,' but the tribute is to Harryhausen, not Lucas directly for 'Star Wars' inspiration.
Hugh Cornwell's compilation album 'You're Covered' was restricted to 250 copies for his 2011 tour and includes covers of his musical influences.
Answer: True
Explanation: The compilation album 'You're Covered' (2011) was indeed limited to 250 copies for his 2011 tour and features covers of artists who influenced him.
Hugh Cornwell produced all tracks on his 1993 album 'Wired,' including the song 'Ain't It Strange.'
Answer: False
Explanation: Gary Langan produced Hugh Cornwell's album 'Wired,' with the exception of the track 'Ain't It Strange,' which Cornwell produced himself.
Who produced Hugh Cornwell's 1997 album 'Guilty'?
Answer: Laurie Latham
Explanation: Hugh Cornwell's 1997 album 'Guilty' was produced by Laurie Latham.
What is notable about the 2020 re-release of Hugh Cornwell's album 'Hi Fi'?
Answer: It included a new remix by Hugh Cornwell and a remaster on 180g vinyl.
Explanation: The 2020 re-release of 'Hi Fi' on 180g vinyl featured a new remix by Hugh Cornwell and a remaster.
How was Hugh Cornwell's 2004 album 'Beyond Elysian Fields' described by MusicOMH?
Answer: A cross between Bob Dylan and Dire Straits at their best.
Explanation: MusicOMH described 'Beyond Elysian Fields' as 'something like a cross between [Bob] Dylan and Dire Straits at their best...with a dash of Travelling Wilburys for good measure'.
How did Hugh Cornwell initially release his album 'Hooverdam' in June 2008?
Answer: As a free download on his website.
Explanation: In June 2008, Hugh Cornwell initially offered his album 'Hooverdam' as a free download on his website.
Who engineered and mixed Hugh Cornwell's 2012 album 'Totem and Taboo'?
Answer: Steve Albini
Explanation: Steve Albini engineered and mixed Hugh Cornwell's 2012 album 'Totem and Taboo'.
Which record label did Hugh Cornwell sign with as a solo artist in 2018, leading to the release of 'Monster'?
Answer: Sony
Explanation: In 2018, Hugh Cornwell signed to Sony as a solo artist, subsequently releasing the album 'Monster'.
The title track 'Monster' on Hugh Cornwell's 2018 album pays tribute to which special effects wizard?
Answer: Ray Harryhausen
Explanation: The title track 'Monster' on Hugh Cornwell's 2018 album pays tribute to special effects wizard Ray Harryhausen.
Which of these record labels has Hugh Cornwell NOT been associated with?
Answer: Motown
Explanation: Hugh Cornwell has been associated with Virgin, Transmission, and Sony, among other labels, but Motown is not listed as one of his affiliations.
Which of Hugh Cornwell's solo albums is described as his second 'lost album,' compiling rare and unreleased tracks from the mid-1990s?
Answer: Footprints in the Desert
Explanation: 'Footprints in the Desert' (2002) is described as Hugh Cornwell's second 'lost album,' compiling rare and unreleased tracks from the mid-1990s.
Which of the following is a solo studio album by Hugh Cornwell?
Answer: Moments of Madness
Explanation: 'Moments of Madness' (2022) is listed as one of Hugh Cornwell's solo studio albums. 'Nosferatu' is a collaboration, and CCW and Sons of Shiva are collaborative projects.
Hugh Cornwell's initial collaborative project following his departure from The Stranglers was with Sex W. Johnston, leading to the formation of Sons of Shiva.
Answer: False
Explanation: Hugh Cornwell's first collaborative project after leaving The Stranglers was CCW, formed with Roger Cook and Andy West, not Sons of Shiva with Sex W. Johnston.
Hugh Cornwell's collaboration with John Cooper Clarke, 'This Time It's Personal,' comprised original compositions penned by both artists.
Answer: False
Explanation: 'This Time It's Personal' was a collection of classic American and British pop songs from their youth, not original compositions by Cornwell and Clarke.
Ian Anderson of Jethro Tull contributed a guest appearance on guitar to the album 'This Time It's Personal.'
Answer: False
Explanation: Ian Anderson of Jethro Tull made a guest appearance on *flute* on the album 'This Time It's Personal,' not guitar.
Neil Davidge co-produced all ten tracks on the CCW album, which was released in 1992.
Answer: False
Explanation: Neil Davidge co-produced five of the ten tracks on the CCW album, not all ten.
Who collaborated with Hugh Cornwell on his first studio album away from The Stranglers, 'Nosferatu,' in 1979?
Answer: Robert Williams
Explanation: Hugh Cornwell collaborated with Robert Williams, the drummer from Captain Beefheart's Magic Band, on his first studio album away from The Stranglers, 'Nosferatu,' in 1979.
What was the name of Hugh Cornwell's first collaborative project after leaving The Stranglers?
Answer: CCW
Explanation: Hugh Cornwell's first collaborative project after leaving The Stranglers was with Roger Cook and Andy West, forming the group CCW.
Who co-produced five tracks on the CCW album released in 1992?
Answer: Neil Davidge
Explanation: Neil Davidge co-produced five of the ten tracks on the CCW album, released in 1992.
What was the concept behind Hugh Cornwell's 2016 collaboration with John Cooper Clarke, 'This Time It's Personal'?
Answer: A collection of classic American and British pop songs from their youth.
Explanation: The 2016 collaboration 'This Time It's Personal' was a collection of classic American and British pop songs from Cornwell and Clarke's youth.
Who made a guest appearance on flute on the album 'This Time It's Personal'?
Answer: Ian Anderson
Explanation: Ian Anderson of Jethro Tull made a guest appearance on flute on the album 'This Time It's Personal'.
Hugh Cornwell's book 'Inside Information' is an autobiography chronicling his entire musical career.
Answer: False
Explanation: Hugh Cornwell's book 'Inside Information' recounts his experiences in HM Prison Pentonville for drug possession, not his entire musical career.
'A Multitude of Sins' is Hugh Cornwell's autobiography, with its initial edition released in 2004.
Answer: True
Explanation: 'A Multitude of Sins' is Hugh Cornwell's autobiography, first published on October 4, 2004.
Hugh Cornwell has authored two novels: 'Window on the World' and 'Arnold Drive.'
Answer: False
Explanation: Hugh Cornwell has written three novels: 'Window on the World,' 'Arnold Drive,' and 'Future Tense'.
Hugh Cornwell's novel 'Future Tense' was published in 2014.
Answer: False
Explanation: Hugh Cornwell's novel 'Future Tense' was published on October 8, 2020, not in 2014.
What is the subject of Hugh Cornwell's 1980 book 'Inside Information'?
Answer: His experiences in HM Prison Pentonville
Explanation: Hugh Cornwell's 1980 book 'Inside Information' recounts his experiences during his time in HM Prison Pentonville for drug possession.
Which of the following is NOT one of Hugh Cornwell's novels?
Answer: Inside Information
Explanation: 'Inside Information' is a non-fiction account of Hugh Cornwell's prison experiences, whereas 'Window on the World,' 'Arnold Drive,' and 'Future Tense' are his novels.
When was Hugh Cornwell's novel 'Future Tense' published?
Answer: 8 October 2020
Explanation: Hugh Cornwell's novel 'Future Tense' was published on October 8, 2020.
What is the content of Hugh Cornwell's 2001 book 'The Stranglers – Song by Song'?
Answer: A guide through the entire catalogue of The Stranglers' music.
Explanation: 'The Stranglers – Song by Song' (2001) serves as a guide through the entire catalogue of The Stranglers' music, offering an insider's perspective on their discography.
Hugh Cornwell has featured in the 1987 Peter Richardson film 'Eat the Rich' and the 1995 BBC production 'Rumble.'
Answer: True
Explanation: Hugh Cornwell's acting credits include the 1987 film 'Eat the Rich' and the 1995 BBC production 'Rumble,' among other appearances.
Mr Demille FM is a podcast hosted by Hugh Cornwell, primarily exploring his musical influences and collaborations.
Answer: False
Explanation: Mr Demille FM is a podcast hosted by Hugh Cornwell that focuses on his passion for film, not primarily his musical influences and collaborations.
Hugh Cornwell is an acknowledged cricket enthusiast and has participated in multiple BBC radio programs concerning the sport.
Answer: True
Explanation: Hugh Cornwell is a cricket fan who has appeared on BBC Radio 4's 'Test Match Special' and BBC Radio 5 Live's 'Yes It's the Ashes,' among other cricket-related shows.
What is the primary focus of Hugh Cornwell's podcast, Mr Demille FM?
Answer: His passion for film
Explanation: Mr Demille FM is a podcast hosted by Hugh Cornwell where he explores his passion for film through interviews and thematic episodes.
Which BBC radio show did Hugh Cornwell appear on in 2001, performing an acoustic version of '(Get A) Grip (On Yourself)' with Mark Butcher?
Answer: Jamie Theakston Cricket Show
Explanation: Hugh Cornwell appeared on the 'Jamie Theakston Cricket Show' on BBC Radio 5 Live in 2001, performing an acoustic version of '(Get A) Grip (On Yourself)' with Mark Butcher.