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The Dismemberment Plan was formed in Los Angeles, California, on January 1, 1993.
Answer: False
Explanation: The Dismemberment Plan was formed in Washington, D.C., in 1993, not Los Angeles.
The band's name, The Dismemberment Plan, was inspired by a character from the film *Groundhog Day*.
Answer: True
Explanation: The band's name was derived from an industry phrase used by the character Ned Ryerson in the film *Groundhog Day*.
In what city and year was the band The Dismemberment Plan initially formed?
Answer: Washington, D.C., 1993
Explanation: The Dismemberment Plan was initially formed in Washington, D.C., in 1993.
What is the origin of the band name "The Dismemberment Plan"?
Answer: An industry phrase used by the character Ned Ryerson in the film *Groundhog Day*.
Explanation: The band's name was inspired by an industry phrase uttered by the character Ned Ryerson in the film *Groundhog Day*.
*Emergency & I*, released in 1999, is widely considered The Dismemberment Plan's least successful album commercially.
Answer: False
Explanation: *Emergency & I* is widely considered The Dismemberment Plan's most well-known and critically acclaimed album.
*A People's History of the Dismemberment Plan* was a compilation of original studio recordings released by the band.
Answer: False
Explanation: *A People's History of the Dismemberment Plan* is a compilation of fan-created remixes of tracks from *Emergency & I* and *Change*, released in 2003.
By the time the band disbanded in 2003, *Emergency & I* had sold over 50,000 copies in the United States.
Answer: False
Explanation: By the time the band disbanded, *Emergency & I* and *Change* had each sold approximately 22,000 copies in the United States.
*Uncanney Valley* was released on DeSoto Records in October 2013.
Answer: False
Explanation: *Uncanney Valley* was released on Partisan Records in October 2013.
What is the significance of the album *Emergency & I* in The Dismemberment Plan's discography?
Answer: It is considered their most well-known album and achieved critical acclaim.
Explanation: *Emergency & I*, released in 1999, is widely regarded as The Dismemberment Plan's most significant album, noted for its critical acclaim and commercial recognition.
Approximately how many copies did *Emergency & I* and *Change* each sell in the United States by the time the band disbanded?
Answer: Approximately 22,000 copies each
Explanation: By the time The Dismemberment Plan disbanded, both *Emergency & I* and *Change* had sold approximately 22,000 copies in the United States.
What label released The Dismemberment Plan's fifth studio album, *Uncanney Valley*, and when was it released?
Answer: Partisan Records, October 15, 2013
Explanation: The Dismemberment Plan's fifth studio album, *Uncanney Valley*, was released by Partisan Records on October 15, 2013.
The Dismemberment Plan primarily recorded for the major label Interscope Records throughout their original run.
Answer: False
Explanation: The Dismemberment Plan primarily recorded for the independent label DeSoto Records during their original run, with only a brief association with Interscope Records.
Interscope Records released the full-length album *Emergency & I* before dropping the band.
Answer: False
Explanation: Interscope Records dropped the band after they recorded *Emergency & I*; the album was subsequently released by DeSoto Records. Interscope's only release was an EP.
Which independent label was The Dismemberment Plan's primary recording home during their original run from 1993 to 2003?
Answer: DeSoto Records
Explanation: DeSoto Records served as The Dismemberment Plan's primary independent label throughout their original run from 1993 to 2003.
What was the sole release officially distributed by Interscope Records during The Dismemberment Plan's brief association with the label?
Answer: The extended play (EP) *The Ice of Boston*
Explanation: The only release officially distributed by Interscope Records during The Dismemberment Plan's brief association was the EP *The Ice of Boston*.
How did the band members characterize their experience being signed and subsequently dropped by Interscope Records?
Answer: As a situation where they "slipped through the cracks," allowing major label benefits without strict consequences.
Explanation: The band members described their experience with Interscope Records as 'slipping through the cracks,' enabling them to benefit from major label resources without facing stringent oversight.
Joe Easley is the original drummer for The Dismemberment Plan and played on their debut album.
Answer: False
Explanation: Steve Cummings was the original drummer for The Dismemberment Plan and played on their debut album, *!*.
Eric Axelson, Jason Caddell, Joe Easley, and Travis Morrison constitute the current lineup of The Dismemberment Plan.
Answer: True
Explanation: This lineup, consisting of Eric Axelson (bass), Jason Caddell (guitar), Joe Easley (drums), and Travis Morrison (vocals, guitar), has been the stable lineup for much of the band's history.
After the initial breakup, Travis Morrison released his debut solo album, *Travistan*, in 2004.
Answer: True
Explanation: Following The Dismemberment Plan's initial breakup, Travis Morrison released his debut solo album, *Travistan*, in 2004.
Eric Axelson formed a new band called The Promise Ring after The Dismemberment Plan's initial breakup.
Answer: False
Explanation: After The Dismemberment Plan's initial breakup, Eric Axelson formed the band Maritime with former members of The Promise Ring.
Which of the following are the current members of The Dismemberment Plan and their primary instruments?
Answer: Travis Morrison (vocals, guitar), Eric Axelson (bass), Jason Caddell (guitar), Joe Easley (drums)
Explanation: The current lineup of The Dismemberment Plan consists of Travis Morrison on vocals and guitar, Eric Axelson on bass, Jason Caddell on guitar, and Joe Easley on drums.
Who was the original drummer for The Dismemberment Plan, and after which album did he depart?
Answer: Steve Cummings, after their debut album, *!*
Explanation: Steve Cummings was the original drummer for The Dismemberment Plan and departed after the recording of their debut album, *!*.
What was Travis Morrison's primary musical project following The Dismemberment Plan's initial breakup in 2003?
Answer: He released a solo album titled *Travistan*.
Explanation: Following The Dismemberment Plan's initial breakup, Travis Morrison focused on his solo career, releasing the album *Travistan* in 2004.
Which band did bassist Eric Axelson form with former members of The Promise Ring after The Dismemberment Plan's initial breakup?
Answer: Maritime
Explanation: Bassist Eric Axelson formed the band Maritime with former members of The Promise Ring after The Dismemberment Plan's initial breakup.
Following the success of *Emergency & I*, The Dismemberment Plan toured Europe with Death Cab for Cutie.
Answer: False
Explanation: Following the success of *Emergency & I*, The Dismemberment Plan opened for Pearl Jam in Europe in 2000 and later toured with Death Cab for Cutie in 2002.
The "Death and Dismemberment Tour" featured The Dismemberment Plan co-headlining with the band Jawbox.
Answer: False
Explanation: The "Death and Dismemberment Tour" in 2002 featured The Dismemberment Plan co-headlining with Death Cab for Cutie.
The Dismemberment Plan performed on *The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon* during their 2011 reunion tour.
Answer: False
Explanation: The Dismemberment Plan performed on *Late Night with Jimmy Fallon*, not *The Tonight Show*, during their 2011 reunion tour.
The Dismemberment Plan performed at the Glastonbury Festival in late 2013.
Answer: False
Explanation: In late 2013, The Dismemberment Plan performed at the final holiday camp edition of the All Tomorrow's Parties festival, not Glastonbury.
What was the primary impact of the "Death and Dismemberment Tour" in 2002?
Answer: It significantly raised the profiles of both The Dismemberment Plan and Death Cab for Cutie among new audiences.
Explanation: The "Death and Dismemberment Tour" in 2002 significantly boosted the visibility of both The Dismemberment Plan and Death Cab for Cutie, introducing their music to wider audiences.
In late 2013, The Dismemberment Plan performed at which notable festival event?
Answer: The final holiday camp edition of the All Tomorrow's Parties festival
Explanation: In late 2013, The Dismemberment Plan performed at the final holiday camp edition of the All Tomorrow's Parties festival.
The Dismemberment Plan announced their breakup on January 19, 2003, via a press release sent to major music publications.
Answer: False
Explanation: The Dismemberment Plan announced their breakup on January 19, 2003, via their official website.
The band's actual final show was a small, intimate performance at Fort Reno Park in Washington D.C.
Answer: False
Explanation: The band's actual final show was a sold-out concert at the 9:30 Club in Washington D.C. on September 1, 2003, dubbed 'one last slice'.
The Dismemberment Plan reunited in 2007 for a performance to benefit the son of J. Robbins.
Answer: True
Explanation: The Dismemberment Plan reunited in 2007 for a charity performance to benefit Callum Robbins, the son of J. Robbins.
Travis Morrison expressed enthusiasm for permanent, ongoing reunions of The Dismemberment Plan following the 2007 show.
Answer: False
Explanation: Following the 2007 reunion show, Travis Morrison indicated that permanent reunions were unlikely, suggesting they would only happen under specific circumstances.
During the 2010-2011 reunion period, the band confirmed plans to record and release new material.
Answer: False
Explanation: During the 2010-2011 reunion period, the band stated they were not planning new material and intended to focus on the shows.
The band debuted eight new songs during intimate shows in August 2012.
Answer: True
Explanation: During intimate shows in August 2012, The Dismemberment Plan debuted eight new songs.
The band officially announced their hiatus following a New Year's Eve concert in Boston on December 31, 2014.
Answer: True
Explanation: Following their New Year's Eve concert on December 31, 2014, The Dismemberment Plan went on hiatus without an official announcement regarding the group's future.
In January 2024, The Dismemberment Plan released a new original song honoring Dischord Records.
Answer: False
Explanation: In January 2024, The Dismemberment Plan contributed a cover of the Circus Lupus song "Unrequited" to the tribute album *Yesterday & Today: DC Does Dischord*, honoring Dischord Records.
When and through which channel did The Dismemberment Plan first announce their intention to break up?
Answer: January 19, 2003, via their official website.
Explanation: The Dismemberment Plan first announced their intention to break up on January 19, 2003, through their official website.
Describe the circumstances of The Dismemberment Plan's actual final concert in 2003.
Answer: It was a sold-out show at the 9:30 Club in Washington D.C., dubbed "one last slice."
Explanation: The Dismemberment Plan's actual final concert in 2003 was a sold-out performance at the 9:30 Club in Washington D.C., referred to as 'one last slice'.
What was the stated purpose of The Dismemberment Plan's first reunion performance in 2007?
Answer: To raise funds for Callum Robbins, the son of J. Robbins.
Explanation: The Dismemberment Plan's first reunion performance in 2007 was held as a benefit concert to raise funds for Callum Robbins, the son of J. Robbins.
What prompted The Dismemberment Plan to reunite for a tour in 2011?
Answer: The reissue of their 1999 album, *Emergency & I*, by Barsuk Records.
Explanation: The Dismemberment Plan reunited for a tour in 2011, prompted by the reissue of their 1999 album, *Emergency & I*, by Barsuk Records.
What significant creative development occurred during The Dismemberment Plan's small shows in August 2012?
Answer: They debuted eight new songs.
Explanation: During small, intimate shows in August 2012, The Dismemberment Plan debuted eight new songs.
What was the status of The Dismemberment Plan following their New Year's Eve concert on December 31, 2014?
Answer: They went on hiatus without an official announcement regarding the group's future.
Explanation: Following their New Year's Eve concert on December 31, 2014, The Dismemberment Plan entered a hiatus without making any official announcement about the band's future.
What did The Dismemberment Plan contribute to the *Yesterday & Today: DC Does Dischord* tribute album released in early 2024?
Answer: A cover of the Circus Lupus song "Unrequited".
Explanation: The Dismemberment Plan contributed a cover of the Circus Lupus song "Unrequited" to the tribute album *Yesterday & Today: DC Does Dischord* in early 2024.
What milestone was celebrated during The Dismemberment Plan's reunion tour announced for September 2024?
Answer: The 25th anniversary of *Emergency & I*.
Explanation: The September 2024 reunion tour by The Dismemberment Plan celebrated the 25th anniversary of their acclaimed 1999 album, *Emergency & I*.
Where did The Dismemberment Plan perform their final shows of the 2024 reunion tour?
Answer: At the Best Friends Forever festival in Las Vegas and United Sounds NYC festival in New York City.
Explanation: The Dismemberment Plan concluded their 2024 reunion tour with performances at the Best Friends Forever festival in Las Vegas and the United Sounds NYC festival in New York City.
The Dismemberment Plan's music is primarily described as straightforward pop-punk with simple lyrical themes.
Answer: False
Explanation: The Dismemberment Plan's music is generally characterized as emo-tinged indie rock with offbeat songwriting and sound, rather than straightforward pop-punk.
How is The Dismemberment Plan's musical style generally characterized?
Answer: Emo-tinged indie rock with offbeat songwriting and sound.
Explanation: The Dismemberment Plan's musical style is generally characterized as emo-tinged indie rock, notable for its offbeat songwriting and distinctive sound.
Besides indie rock and emo, what other musical genres are cited as influences on The Dismemberment Plan's sound?
Answer: R&B (Rhythm and Blues) and Dance music
Explanation: In addition to indie rock and emo influences, The Dismemberment Plan's sound is also cited as being influenced by R&B (Rhythm and Blues) and dance music.