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The Band Why?: Discography and History

At a Glance

Title: The Band Why?: Discography and History

Total Categories: 6

Category Stats

  • Origins and Formation: 3 flashcards, 7 questions
  • Band Members and Roles: 9 flashcards, 13 questions
  • Discography: Albums and EPs: 25 flashcards, 18 questions
  • Musical Style and Influences: 4 flashcards, 7 questions
  • Collaborations and Related Projects: 6 flashcards, 10 questions
  • Record Labels and Online Presence: 2 flashcards, 2 questions

Total Stats

  • Total Flashcards: 49
  • True/False Questions: 27
  • Multiple Choice Questions: 30
  • Total Questions: 57

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The Core Concept: What is a "Kit"?

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Step 1: Laying the Foundation (The Authoring Tools)

This is where you build the core knowledge of your Kit. Use the left-side navigation panel to switch between these powerful authoring modules.

⚙️ Kit Manager: Your Kit's Identity

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  • Master Image: Upload a custom cover image for your Kit. This is essential for giving your content a professional visual identity, and it's used as the main graphic when you export your Kit as an interactive game.
  • Topics: Create the structure for your lesson. Add topics like "Chapter 1," "Vocabulary," or "Key Formulas." All flashcards and questions will be organized under these topics.

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Flashcards are the fundamental concepts of your Kit. Create them here to define terms, list facts, or pose simple questions.

  • Click "➕ Add New Flashcard" to open the editor.
  • Fill in the term/question and the definition/answer.
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  • The Explanation field is a powerful tool: the text you enter here will automatically appear on the teacher's answer key and on the Smart Study Guide, providing instant feedback.

🔗 Intelligent Mapper: The Smart Connection

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  • Step 1: Select a question from the list on the left.
  • Step 2: In the right panel, click on every flashcard that contains a concept required to answer that question. They will turn green, indicating a successful link.
  • The Payoff: When you generate a Smart Study Guide, these linked flashcards will automatically appear under each question as "Related Concepts."

Step 2: The Magic (The Generator Suite)

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Study Guide: The Band Why?: Discography and History

Study Guide: The Band Why?: Discography and History

Origins and Formation

The band Why? was established in 2004, with its initial origins exclusively cited as Berkeley, California.

Answer: False

The band Why? was established in 2004, with its initial origins exclusively cited as Berkeley, California. However, the provided text also indicates origins in Cincinnati, Ohio, thus the statement of exclusive origin from Berkeley is inaccurate.

Related Concepts:

  • When and from which locations was the band Why? initially formed?: The band Why? was established in 2004, with its origins cited as both Berkeley, California, and Cincinnati, Ohio.
  • The band Why? has released music under the auspices of several record labels, notably Anticon, City Slang, and Joyful Noise Recordings.: Why? has released music through labels including Anticon, City Slang, and Joyful Noise Recordings.
  • Quantify the number of studio albums released by Why? according to the provided text.: As of the provided text, Why? has released eight studio albums.

Yoni Wolf adopted the stage name "Why?" in 2004, coinciding with the band's official formation.

Answer: False

Yoni Wolf adopted the stage name 'Why?' in 1997, seven years prior to the band's official formation in 2004. Upon the band's formation, he ceased using the name solely as his personal moniker.

Related Concepts:

  • Who is recognized as the principal founder of the band Why?: The band Why? was founded by Yoni Wolf, who had been using Why? as his personal stage name since 1997.
  • Yoni Wolf adopted 'Why?' as his personal stage name in 1997. In 2004, he established the band Why?, subsequently ceasing to utilize the name solely as his individual moniker.: Yoni Wolf began using Why? as his stage name in 1997, and in 2004, he formed the band Why? with other members, ceasing to use the name as his personal moniker.
  • Identify the core members of Why? as delineated in the provided text.: The core members of Why? include Yoni Wolf (lead vocalist and multi-instrumentalist), Doug McDiarmid (multi-instrumentalist and backing vocalist), Matt Meldon (multi-instrumentalist and backing vocalist), and Josiah Wolf (drummer and backing vocalist).

In what year was the band Why? formed?

Answer: 2004

The band Why? was officially formed in 2004.

Related Concepts:

  • When and from which locations was the band Why? initially formed?: The band Why? was established in 2004, with its origins cited as both Berkeley, California, and Cincinnati, Ohio.
  • Who is recognized as the principal founder of the band Why?: The band Why? was founded by Yoni Wolf, who had been using Why? as his personal stage name since 1997.
  • The band Why? has released music under the auspices of several record labels, notably Anticon, City Slang, and Joyful Noise Recordings.: Why? has released music through labels including Anticon, City Slang, and Joyful Noise Recordings.

Who is credited as the principal founder of the band Why??

Answer: Yoni Wolf

Yoni Wolf is credited as the principal founder of the band Why?.

Related Concepts:

  • Who is recognized as the principal founder of the band Why?: The band Why? was founded by Yoni Wolf, who had been using Why? as his personal stage name since 1997.
  • Identify the core members of Why? as delineated in the provided text.: The core members of Why? include Yoni Wolf (lead vocalist and multi-instrumentalist), Doug McDiarmid (multi-instrumentalist and backing vocalist), Matt Meldon (multi-instrumentalist and backing vocalist), and Josiah Wolf (drummer and backing vocalist).
  • When and from which locations was the band Why? initially formed?: The band Why? was established in 2004, with its origins cited as both Berkeley, California, and Cincinnati, Ohio.

From which locations did the band Why? originate upon its formation in 2004?

Answer: Berkeley, California, and Cincinnati, Ohio

The band Why? was formed in 2004, with its origins cited as both Berkeley, California, and Cincinnati, Ohio.

Related Concepts:

  • When and from which locations was the band Why? initially formed?: The band Why? was established in 2004, with its origins cited as both Berkeley, California, and Cincinnati, Ohio.
  • The band Why? has released music under the auspices of several record labels, notably Anticon, City Slang, and Joyful Noise Recordings.: Why? has released music through labels including Anticon, City Slang, and Joyful Noise Recordings.
  • Who is recognized as the principal founder of the band Why?: The band Why? was founded by Yoni Wolf, who had been using Why? as his personal stage name since 1997.

How long had Yoni Wolf been using "Why?" as his personal stage name before the band Why? was officially formed?

Answer: Since 1997

Yoni Wolf adopted the stage name 'Why?' in 1997, seven years prior to the band's official formation in 2004.

Related Concepts:

  • Who is recognized as the principal founder of the band Why?: The band Why? was founded by Yoni Wolf, who had been using Why? as his personal stage name since 1997.
  • Yoni Wolf adopted 'Why?' as his personal stage name in 1997. In 2004, he established the band Why?, subsequently ceasing to utilize the name solely as his individual moniker.: Yoni Wolf began using Why? as his stage name in 1997, and in 2004, he formed the band Why? with other members, ceasing to use the name as his personal moniker.
  • Identify the core members of Why? as delineated in the provided text.: The core members of Why? include Yoni Wolf (lead vocalist and multi-instrumentalist), Doug McDiarmid (multi-instrumentalist and backing vocalist), Matt Meldon (multi-instrumentalist and backing vocalist), and Josiah Wolf (drummer and backing vocalist).

What is the relationship between Yoni Wolf's stage name usage and the band's formation?

Answer: He used the name personally for seven years before forming the band

Yoni Wolf adopted 'Why?' as his personal stage name in 1997. In 2004, he established the band Why?, subsequently ceasing to utilize the name solely as his individual moniker.

Related Concepts:

  • Yoni Wolf adopted 'Why?' as his personal stage name in 1997. In 2004, he established the band Why?, subsequently ceasing to utilize the name solely as his individual moniker.: Yoni Wolf began using Why? as his stage name in 1997, and in 2004, he formed the band Why? with other members, ceasing to use the name as his personal moniker.
  • Beyond Why?, Yoni Wolf's prior group affiliations include Clouddead, Reaching Quiet, and Hymie's Basement.: Yoni Wolf has been a member of groups including Clouddead, Reaching Quiet, and Hymie's Basement.
  • Who is recognized as the principal founder of the band Why?: The band Why? was founded by Yoni Wolf, who had been using Why? as his personal stage name since 1997.

Band Members and Roles

The core membership of Why? has consistently comprised Yoni Wolf, Doug McDiarmid, Matt Meldon, and Josiah Wolf since the band's inception.

Answer: False

While Yoni Wolf, Doug McDiarmid, Matt Meldon, and Josiah Wolf are identified as core members, the assertion of their consistent inclusion since the band's formation is inaccurate. For instance, Matt Meldon became less active in 2005, and Austin Brown joined in 2008.

Related Concepts:

  • Identify the core members of Why? as delineated in the provided text.: The core members of Why? include Yoni Wolf (lead vocalist and multi-instrumentalist), Doug McDiarmid (multi-instrumentalist and backing vocalist), Matt Meldon (multi-instrumentalist and backing vocalist), and Josiah Wolf (drummer and backing vocalist).
  • Who is recognized as the principal founder of the band Why?: The band Why? was founded by Yoni Wolf, who had been using Why? as his personal stage name since 1997.
  • Yoni Wolf adopted 'Why?' as his personal stage name in 1997. In 2004, he established the band Why?, subsequently ceasing to utilize the name solely as his individual moniker.: Yoni Wolf began using Why? as his stage name in 1997, and in 2004, he formed the band Why? with other members, ceasing to use the name as his personal moniker.

Josiah Wolf, the drummer for Why?, is Yoni Wolf's younger brother.

Answer: False

Josiah Wolf, the drummer for Why?, is Yoni Wolf's older brother.

Related Concepts:

  • Describe the familial relationship between Yoni Wolf and Josiah Wolf.: Josiah Wolf, the drummer and backing vocalist for Why?, is Yoni Wolf's older brother.
  • Identify the core members of Why? as delineated in the provided text.: The core members of Why? include Yoni Wolf (lead vocalist and multi-instrumentalist), Doug McDiarmid (multi-instrumentalist and backing vocalist), Matt Meldon (multi-instrumentalist and backing vocalist), and Josiah Wolf (drummer and backing vocalist).
  • Who is recognized as the principal founder of the band Why?: The band Why? was founded by Yoni Wolf, who had been using Why? as his personal stage name since 1997.

Matt Meldon ceased his involvement with Why? in 2005 due to creative differences with Yoni Wolf.

Answer: False

Matt Meldon's reduced active participation in Why? in 2005 was due to his relocation to San Juan Island, not creative differences.

Related Concepts:

  • Identify the core members of Why? as delineated in the provided text.: The core members of Why? include Yoni Wolf (lead vocalist and multi-instrumentalist), Doug McDiarmid (multi-instrumentalist and backing vocalist), Matt Meldon (multi-instrumentalist and backing vocalist), and Josiah Wolf (drummer and backing vocalist).
  • Who is recognized as the principal founder of the band Why?: The band Why? was founded by Yoni Wolf, who had been using Why? as his personal stage name since 1997.
  • Yoni Wolf adopted 'Why?' as his personal stage name in 1997. In 2004, he established the band Why?, subsequently ceasing to utilize the name solely as his individual moniker.: Yoni Wolf began using Why? as his stage name in 1997, and in 2004, he formed the band Why? with other members, ceasing to use the name as his personal moniker.

In 2008, the band Why? expanded to a five-piece configuration with the addition of bassist Austin Brown.

Answer: False

In 2008, the band Why? added bassist Austin Brown to their lineup, expanding the group to a four-piece configuration, not a five-piece.

Related Concepts:

  • In 2008, the band Why? augmented its lineup with the addition of bassist Austin Brown, thereby reinstating a four-piece configuration.: In 2008, the band Why? added bassist Austin Brown to their lineup, returning them to a four-piece configuration.
  • Quantify the number of studio albums released by Why? according to the provided text.: As of the provided text, Why? has released eight studio albums.
  • When and from which locations was the band Why? initially formed?: The band Why? was established in 2004, with its origins cited as both Berkeley, California, and Cincinnati, Ohio.

The current lineup of Why? includes Yoni Wolf, Doug McDiarmid, Josiah Wolf, and Austin Brown.

Answer: False

The current lineup of Why?, as indicated in the provided text, includes Yoni Wolf, Doug McDiarmid, Josiah Wolf, and Mol Sullivan. Austin Brown is not listed as part of the current lineup.

Related Concepts:

  • Identify the core members of Why? as delineated in the provided text.: The core members of Why? include Yoni Wolf (lead vocalist and multi-instrumentalist), Doug McDiarmid (multi-instrumentalist and backing vocalist), Matt Meldon (multi-instrumentalist and backing vocalist), and Josiah Wolf (drummer and backing vocalist).
  • Who is recognized as the principal founder of the band Why?: The band Why? was founded by Yoni Wolf, who had been using Why? as his personal stage name since 1997.

Yoni Wolf's contributions to Why? are limited to lead vocals and drumming.

Answer: False

Yoni Wolf's contributions to Why? extend beyond lead vocals and drumming to include keyboards, synthesizers, piano, samples, programming, and bass guitar.

Related Concepts:

  • Identify the core members of Why? as delineated in the provided text.: The core members of Why? include Yoni Wolf (lead vocalist and multi-instrumentalist), Doug McDiarmid (multi-instrumentalist and backing vocalist), Matt Meldon (multi-instrumentalist and backing vocalist), and Josiah Wolf (drummer and backing vocalist).
  • Who is recognized as the principal founder of the band Why?: The band Why? was founded by Yoni Wolf, who had been using Why? as his personal stage name since 1997.
  • Yoni Wolf adopted 'Why?' as his personal stage name in 1997. In 2004, he established the band Why?, subsequently ceasing to utilize the name solely as his individual moniker.: Yoni Wolf began using Why? as his stage name in 1997, and in 2004, he formed the band Why? with other members, ceasing to use the name as his personal moniker.

Doug McDiarmid primarily contributes to Why? through lead vocals and drumming.

Answer: False

Doug McDiarmid's primary contributions to Why? involve playing keyboards, synthesizers, piano, guitars, bass guitar, and providing backing vocals, not lead vocals and drumming.

Related Concepts:

  • Identify the core members of Why? as delineated in the provided text.: The core members of Why? include Yoni Wolf (lead vocalist and multi-instrumentalist), Doug McDiarmid (multi-instrumentalist and backing vocalist), Matt Meldon (multi-instrumentalist and backing vocalist), and Josiah Wolf (drummer and backing vocalist).

Josiah Wolf's primary role in Why? is as the lead vocalist and guitarist.

Answer: False

Josiah Wolf's primary roles in Why? include drums, percussion, keyboards, synthesizers, samples, and backing vocals, not lead vocalist and guitarist.

Related Concepts:

  • Identify the core members of Why? as delineated in the provided text.: The core members of Why? include Yoni Wolf (lead vocalist and multi-instrumentalist), Doug McDiarmid (multi-instrumentalist and backing vocalist), Matt Meldon (multi-instrumentalist and backing vocalist), and Josiah Wolf (drummer and backing vocalist).
  • Describe the familial relationship between Yoni Wolf and Josiah Wolf.: Josiah Wolf, the drummer and backing vocalist for Why?, is Yoni Wolf's older brother.
  • Who is recognized as the principal founder of the band Why?: The band Why? was founded by Yoni Wolf, who had been using Why? as his personal stage name since 1997.

Mol Sullivan joined Why? in 2017 and contributes exclusively as a lead vocalist.

Answer: False

Mol Sullivan joined Why? in 2024 and contributes on guitars, keyboards, synthesizers, and backing vocals, not exclusively as a lead vocalist and not in 2017.

Related Concepts:

  • Mol Sullivan became a member of Why? in 2024, contributing expertise on guitars, keyboards, synthesizers, and backing vocals.: Mol Sullivan joined the band Why? in 2024, contributing guitars, keyboards, synthesizers, and backing vocals.
  • Identify the core members of Why? as delineated in the provided text.: The core members of Why? include Yoni Wolf (lead vocalist and multi-instrumentalist), Doug McDiarmid (multi-instrumentalist and backing vocalist), Matt Meldon (multi-instrumentalist and backing vocalist), and Josiah Wolf (drummer and backing vocalist).
  • The 2017 album by Why? is titled 'Moh Lhean'.: The 2017 album by Why? is titled Moh Lhean.

According to the provided text, which individual is NOT listed as a core member of Why??

Answer: Austin Brown

Austin Brown is not listed among the core members of Why? in the provided text. Yoni Wolf, Doug McDiarmid, Matt Meldon, and Josiah Wolf are identified as core members.

Related Concepts:

  • Identify the core members of Why? as delineated in the provided text.: The core members of Why? include Yoni Wolf (lead vocalist and multi-instrumentalist), Doug McDiarmid (multi-instrumentalist and backing vocalist), Matt Meldon (multi-instrumentalist and backing vocalist), and Josiah Wolf (drummer and backing vocalist).

What is the relationship between Yoni Wolf and Josiah Wolf?

Answer: Josiah is Yoni's older brother

Josiah Wolf, the drummer and backing vocalist for Why?, is Yoni Wolf's older brother.

Related Concepts:

  • Describe the familial relationship between Yoni Wolf and Josiah Wolf.: Josiah Wolf, the drummer and backing vocalist for Why?, is Yoni Wolf's older brother.

Why did Matt Meldon become a less active member of Why? in 2005?

Answer: He moved to San Juan Island

Matt Meldon's reduced active participation in Why? in 2005 was due to his relocation to San Juan Island, not creative differences.

Related Concepts:

  • Identify the core members of Why? as delineated in the provided text.: The core members of Why? include Yoni Wolf (lead vocalist and multi-instrumentalist), Doug McDiarmid (multi-instrumentalist and backing vocalist), Matt Meldon (multi-instrumentalist and backing vocalist), and Josiah Wolf (drummer and backing vocalist).

When did Mol Sullivan join the band Why??

Answer: 2024

Mol Sullivan became a member of Why? in 2024, contributing expertise on guitars, keyboards, synthesizers, and backing vocals.

Related Concepts:

  • Mol Sullivan became a member of Why? in 2024, contributing expertise on guitars, keyboards, synthesizers, and backing vocals.: Mol Sullivan joined the band Why? in 2024, contributing guitars, keyboards, synthesizers, and backing vocals.
  • Identify the core members of Why? as delineated in the provided text.: The core members of Why? include Yoni Wolf (lead vocalist and multi-instrumentalist), Doug McDiarmid (multi-instrumentalist and backing vocalist), Matt Meldon (multi-instrumentalist and backing vocalist), and Josiah Wolf (drummer and backing vocalist).

Discography: Albums and EPs

As of the provided text, Why? has released a total of ten studio albums.

Answer: False

According to the provided text, Why? has released a total of eight studio albums.

Related Concepts:

  • Quantify the number of studio albums released by Why? according to the provided text.: As of the provided text, Why? has released eight studio albums.
  • The band Why? has released music under the auspices of several record labels, notably Anticon, City Slang, and Joyful Noise Recordings.: Why? has released music through labels including Anticon, City Slang, and Joyful Noise Recordings.
  • When and from which locations was the band Why? initially formed?: The band Why? was established in 2004, with its origins cited as both Berkeley, California, and Cincinnati, Ohio.

Oaklandazulasylum, released in 2003, was the first album Why? released as a complete band with full indie rock instrumentation.

Answer: False

'Oaklandazulasylum,' released in 2003, is considered Yoni Wolf's final solo project under the Why? moniker. The first album released by Why? as a complete band with full indie rock instrumentation was 'Elephant Eyelash' in 2005.

Related Concepts:

  • Which album is identified as Yoni Wolf's final solo project under the Why? moniker?: Yoni Wolf's 2003 album, 'Oaklandazulasylum,' is considered part of the band's discography and was his final solo project under the Why? name.
  • When and from which locations was the band Why? initially formed?: The band Why? was established in 2004, with its origins cited as both Berkeley, California, and Cincinnati, Ohio.

Alopecia, released in 2008, was the fourth studio album released by the band Why?.

Answer: False

'Alopecia,' released in 2008, is identified as the third studio album released by Why?.

Related Concepts:

  • The 2008 album by Why? is titled 'Alopecia'.: The 2008 album by Why? is titled Alopecia.
  • The third studio album released by Why? was 'Alopecia' in 2008.: The third album released by Why? was 'Alopecia' in 2008.
  • For the artwork of the album 'Alopecia,' Why? solicited contributions of photographic images of fans' palms.: For the Alopecia album's artwork, Why? asked fans to contribute photographs of their palms.

For the album Alopecia, Why? requested fans submit pictures of their pets for the cover art.

Answer: False

For the artwork of the album 'Alopecia,' Why? solicited contributions of photographic images of fans' palms, not pictures of their pets.

Related Concepts:

  • For the artwork of the album 'Alopecia,' Why? solicited contributions of photographic images of fans' palms.: For the Alopecia album's artwork, Why? asked fans to contribute photographs of their palms.
  • The 2008 album by Why? is titled 'Alopecia'.: The 2008 album by Why? is titled Alopecia.

The songs featured on Why?'s 2009 album, Eskimo Snow, were newly written and recorded specifically for that album, distinct from any material from the Alopecia sessions.

Answer: False

The songs featured on Why?'s 2009 album, 'Eskimo Snow,' were recorded during the 'Alopecia' sessions and were not newly written and recorded specifically for 'Eskimo Snow'.

Related Concepts:

  • The 2009 album by Why? is titled 'Eskimo Snow'.: The 2009 album by Why? is titled Eskimo Snow.
  • The 2008 album by Why? is titled 'Alopecia'.: The 2008 album by Why? is titled Alopecia.
  • 'Eskimo Snow,' released in 2009, comprises ten tracks that were recorded during the 'Alopecia' sessions.: Eskimo Snow was released in 2009 and features ten songs that were recorded during the Alopecia sessions.

Mumps, Etc., released in 2012, holds the distinction of being Why?'s sixth studio album.

Answer: False

'Mumps, Etc.,' released in 2012, is identified as Why?'s fifth studio album.

Related Concepts:

  • The 2012 album by Why? is titled 'Mumps, Etc.'.: The 2012 album by Why? is titled Mumps, Etc.
  • Why?'s fifth studio album, titled 'Mumps, Etc.,' was released on October 9, 2012.: Why?'s fifth album is titled Mumps, Etc. and was released on October 9, 2012.

Moh Lhean, released in 2017, is identified as the band's seventh studio album.

Answer: False

'Moh Lhean,' released in 2017, is identified as the band's sixth studio album.

Related Concepts:

  • The 2017 album by Why? is titled 'Moh Lhean'.: The 2017 album by Why? is titled Moh Lhean.
  • The band's sixth studio album, 'Moh Lhean,' was released on March 3, 2017.: The band's sixth album, Moh Lhean, was released on March 3, 2017.

The most recent studio album mentioned in the text is AOKOHIO, released in 2019.

Answer: False

The most recent studio album mentioned in the text is 'The Well I Fell Into,' released in 2024. 'AOKOHIO' was released in 2019.

Related Concepts:

  • The studio album released by Why? in 2019 is titled 'AOKOHIO'.: The 2019 studio album by Why? is titled AOKOHIO.

How many studio albums has the band Why? released, according to the provided text?

Answer: Eight

According to the provided text, Why? has released a total of eight studio albums.

Related Concepts:

  • Quantify the number of studio albums released by Why? according to the provided text.: As of the provided text, Why? has released eight studio albums.
  • The band Why? has released music under the auspices of several record labels, notably Anticon, City Slang, and Joyful Noise Recordings.: Why? has released music through labels including Anticon, City Slang, and Joyful Noise Recordings.
  • When and from which locations was the band Why? initially formed?: The band Why? was established in 2004, with its origins cited as both Berkeley, California, and Cincinnati, Ohio.

What unique request did Why? make to fans for the artwork of their 2008 album "Alopecia"?

Answer: To contribute photographs of their palms

For the artwork of the album 'Alopecia,' Why? solicited contributions of photographic images of fans' palms, not pictures of their pets.

Related Concepts:

  • For the artwork of the album 'Alopecia,' Why? solicited contributions of photographic images of fans' palms.: For the Alopecia album's artwork, Why? asked fans to contribute photographs of their palms.
  • The 2008 album by Why? is titled 'Alopecia'.: The 2008 album by Why? is titled Alopecia.
  • The third studio album released by Why? was 'Alopecia' in 2008.: The third album released by Why? was 'Alopecia' in 2008.

What was the central concept behind Why?'s 2013 EP "Golden Tickets"?

Answer: Creating personalized theme songs for specific fans based on research

The 'Golden Tickets' EP, issued in 2013, constitutes a compilation of bespoke theme songs meticulously crafted for and pertaining to seven particular fans of Why?.

Related Concepts:

  • The 'Golden Tickets' EP, issued in 2013, constitutes a compilation of bespoke theme songs meticulously crafted for and pertaining to seven particular fans of Why?.: The Golden Tickets EP, released in 2013, is a collection of personalized theme songs created for and about seven specific fans of Why?.
  • The band Why? has released music under the auspices of several record labels, notably Anticon, City Slang, and Joyful Noise Recordings.: Why? has released music through labels including Anticon, City Slang, and Joyful Noise Recordings.

In which television show was an image of the poster for Why?'s album "Alopecia" featured?

Answer: It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia

The poster for the album 'Alopecia' is visually referenced within an episode of the television series 'It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia'.

Related Concepts:

  • The 2008 album by Why? is titled 'Alopecia'.: The 2008 album by Why? is titled Alopecia.
  • The poster for the album 'Alopecia' is visually referenced within an episode of the television series 'It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia'.: An image of the poster for the album Alopecia appears within an episode of the television series It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia.
  • The source material notes the appearance of the album poster for 'Alopecia' within an episode of the television series 'It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia'.: The text mentions that an image of the poster for the album Alopecia appears in the television series It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia.

What is the title of the most recent studio album by Why? mentioned in the provided text?

Answer: The Well I Fell Into

The most recent studio album referenced is 'The Well I Fell Into,' with a release date of August 2, 2024.

Related Concepts:

  • The band Why? has released music under the auspices of several record labels, notably Anticon, City Slang, and Joyful Noise Recordings.: Why? has released music through labels including Anticon, City Slang, and Joyful Noise Recordings.
  • Quantify the number of studio albums released by Why? according to the provided text.: As of the provided text, Why? has released eight studio albums.
  • The studio album released by Why? in 2019 is titled 'AOKOHIO'.: The 2019 studio album by Why? is titled AOKOHIO.

What is the title of Why?'s studio album released in 2019?

Answer: AOKOHIO

The studio album released by Why? in 2019 is titled 'AOKOHIO'.

Related Concepts:

  • The studio album released by Why? in 2019 is titled 'AOKOHIO'.: The 2019 studio album by Why? is titled AOKOHIO.
  • The band Why? has released music under the auspices of several record labels, notably Anticon, City Slang, and Joyful Noise Recordings.: Why? has released music through labels including Anticon, City Slang, and Joyful Noise Recordings.
  • Quantify the number of studio albums released by Why? according to the provided text.: As of the provided text, Why? has released eight studio albums.

Which album was released by Why? in 2017?

Answer: Moh Lhean

The 2017 album by Why? is titled 'Moh Lhean'.

Related Concepts:

  • The 2017 album by Why? is titled 'Moh Lhean'.: The 2017 album by Why? is titled Moh Lhean.
  • The band Why? has released music under the auspices of several record labels, notably Anticon, City Slang, and Joyful Noise Recordings.: Why? has released music through labels including Anticon, City Slang, and Joyful Noise Recordings.
  • The studio album released by Why? in 2019 is titled 'AOKOHIO'.: The 2019 studio album by Why? is titled AOKOHIO.

What is the title of the album Why? released in 2008?

Answer: Alopecia

The 2008 album by Why? is titled 'Alopecia'.

Related Concepts:

  • The 2008 album by Why? is titled 'Alopecia'.: The 2008 album by Why? is titled Alopecia.
  • Quantify the number of studio albums released by Why? according to the provided text.: As of the provided text, Why? has released eight studio albums.
  • The band Why? has released music under the auspices of several record labels, notably Anticon, City Slang, and Joyful Noise Recordings.: Why? has released music through labels including Anticon, City Slang, and Joyful Noise Recordings.

Which album marked Why?'s first release as a full band with expanded indie rock instrumentation?

Answer: Elephant Eyelash (2005)

'Elephant Eyelash,' released in 2005, is recognized as Why?'s inaugural studio release as a complete band with full indie rock instrumentation.

Related Concepts:

  • What album is recognized as Why?'s inaugural studio release as a complete band?: The first album released by Why? as a full band was 'Elephant Eyelash' in 2005.
  • The band Why? has released music under the auspices of several record labels, notably Anticon, City Slang, and Joyful Noise Recordings.: Why? has released music through labels including Anticon, City Slang, and Joyful Noise Recordings.
  • When and from which locations was the band Why? initially formed?: The band Why? was established in 2004, with its origins cited as both Berkeley, California, and Cincinnati, Ohio.

Which 2003 album by Yoni Wolf is considered part of the band Why?'s discography?

Answer: Oaklandazulasylum

'Oaklandazulasylum,' released in 2003, is considered Yoni Wolf's final solo project under the Why? moniker and is part of the band's discography.

Related Concepts:

  • Which album is identified as Yoni Wolf's final solo project under the Why? moniker?: Yoni Wolf's 2003 album, 'Oaklandazulasylum,' is considered part of the band's discography and was his final solo project under the Why? name.
  • Who is recognized as the principal founder of the band Why?: The band Why? was founded by Yoni Wolf, who had been using Why? as his personal stage name since 1997.

Musical Style and Influences

The band Why? is primarily recognized for its contributions to the genres of folk music and jazz fusion.

Answer: False

The band Why? is primarily recognized for its distinctive blend of alternative hip hop and indie rock music, rather than folk music and jazz fusion.

Related Concepts:

  • The band Why? has released music under the auspices of several record labels, notably Anticon, City Slang, and Joyful Noise Recordings.: Why? has released music through labels including Anticon, City Slang, and Joyful Noise Recordings.
  • Identify the core members of Why? as delineated in the provided text.: The core members of Why? include Yoni Wolf (lead vocalist and multi-instrumentalist), Doug McDiarmid (multi-instrumentalist and backing vocalist), Matt Meldon (multi-instrumentalist and backing vocalist), and Josiah Wolf (drummer and backing vocalist).
  • When and from which locations was the band Why? initially formed?: The band Why? was established in 2004, with its origins cited as both Berkeley, California, and Cincinnati, Ohio.

The band Why?'s 2005 album, Elephant Eyelash, marked a shift towards a more minimalist sound compared to Yoni Wolf's earlier solo work.

Answer: False

The 2005 album 'Elephant Eyelash' marked a significant expansion in sound, embracing the full instrumentation of an indie rock band, which contrasts with the more minimalist approach of Yoni Wolf's earlier solo work like 'Oaklandazulasylum'.

Related Concepts:

  • The 2005 album by Why? is titled 'Elephant Eyelash'.: The 2005 album by Why? is titled Elephant Eyelash.
  • Who is recognized as the principal founder of the band Why?: The band Why? was founded by Yoni Wolf, who had been using Why? as his personal stage name since 1997.
  • Yoni Wolf adopted 'Why?' as his personal stage name in 1997. In 2004, he established the band Why?, subsequently ceasing to utilize the name solely as his individual moniker.: Yoni Wolf began using Why? as his stage name in 1997, and in 2004, he formed the band Why? with other members, ceasing to use the name as his personal moniker.

Yoni Wolf described the songs on Eskimo Snow as being the most hip-hop-influenced of his career up to that point.

Answer: False

Yoni Wolf characterized the songs on 'Eskimo Snow' as being the least hip-hop-influenced of his career up to that point.

Related Concepts:

  • Yoni Wolf characterized the musical compositions on 'Eskimo Snow' as representing the least hip-hop-influenced material of his career up to that juncture.: Yoni Wolf described the songs on Eskimo Snow as being the least hip-hop of anything he had been involved with up to that point.
  • In addition to his group endeavors, Yoni Wolf has undertaken solo projects, engaged in extensive collaboration with Doseone (1997-2003), and produced tracks for various other musical artists.: Besides his group work, Yoni Wolf released solo projects and collaborated extensively with Doseone from 1997 to 2003, and he has also produced tracks for other rappers.
  • Yoni Wolf's production credits include Pedestrian's 'Volume One: UnIndian Songs' (2005) and Serengeti's 'Family and Friends' (2011), the latter of which also featured his backup vocals.: Yoni Wolf produced tracks for Pedestrian's album Volume One: UnIndian Songs (2005) and Serengeti's album Family and Friends (2011), for which he also provided backup vocals.

Which of the following best describes the primary musical style of the band Why??

Answer: A blend of alternative hip hop and indie rock music

Why? is primarily recognized for its distinctive blend of alternative hip hop and indie rock music.

Related Concepts:

  • What is the primary musical style associated with the American band Why?: Why? is primarily recognized for its distinctive blend of alternative hip hop and indie rock music.
  • The band Why? has released music under the auspices of several record labels, notably Anticon, City Slang, and Joyful Noise Recordings.: Why? has released music through labels including Anticon, City Slang, and Joyful Noise Recordings.
  • Identify the core members of Why? as delineated in the provided text.: The core members of Why? include Yoni Wolf (lead vocalist and multi-instrumentalist), Doug McDiarmid (multi-instrumentalist and backing vocalist), Matt Meldon (multi-instrumentalist and backing vocalist), and Josiah Wolf (drummer and backing vocalist).

What distinguished the 2005 album "Elephant Eyelash" compared to Yoni Wolf's earlier solo work?

Answer: It embraced the full instrumentation of an indie rock band

The 2005 album 'Elephant Eyelash' marked a significant expansion in sound, embracing the full instrumentation of an indie rock band, which contrasts with the more minimalist approach of Yoni Wolf's earlier solo work like 'Oaklandazulasylum'.

Related Concepts:

  • The 2005 album by Why? is titled 'Elephant Eyelash'.: The 2005 album by Why? is titled Elephant Eyelash.
  • In what manner did the sonic landscape of 'Elephant Eyelash' diverge from Yoni Wolf's preceding solo endeavors?: The album 'Elephant Eyelash' significantly expanded the sound from Yoni Wolf's solo project 'Oaklandazulasylum,' embracing the full instrumentation of an indie rock band.

How did Yoni Wolf characterize the musical style of the songs on the 2009 album "Eskimo Snow"?

Answer: As the least hip-hop of anything he had been involved with up to that point

Yoni Wolf characterized the musical compositions on 'Eskimo Snow' as representing the least hip-hop-influenced material of his career up to that juncture.

Related Concepts:

  • Yoni Wolf characterized the musical compositions on 'Eskimo Snow' as representing the least hip-hop-influenced material of his career up to that juncture.: Yoni Wolf described the songs on Eskimo Snow as being the least hip-hop of anything he had been involved with up to that point.

How did the title track of the 2012 EP "Sod in the Seed" compare musically to the songs on the album "Eskimo Snow"?

Answer: It was more upbeat and featured rapping

The title track of 'Sod in the Seed' was observed to be more upbeat than the compositions on 'Eskimo Snow' and incorporated rapping, a feature absent from the preceding album.

Related Concepts:

  • The title track of 'Sod in the Seed' was observed to be more upbeat than the compositions on 'Eskimo Snow' and incorporated rapping, a feature absent from the preceding album.: The title track of Sod in the Seed was noted as being more upbeat than tracks on Eskimo Snow and featured rapping, which had been absent on the previous album.

Collaborations and Related Projects

The single "The Hollows" featured remixes exclusively by electronic artists like Boards of Canada and Dntel.

Answer: False

The single "The Hollows" featured remixes and covers by a diverse array of artists, including electronic artists like Boards of Canada and Dntel, but also non-electronic artists such as Xiu Xiu, Half-handed Cloud, Dump, and Islands, meaning it was not exclusively by electronic artists.

Related Concepts:

  • The single 'The Hollows' included remixes and cover versions by a diverse array of artists, including Boards of Canada, Xiu Xiu, Dntel, Half-handed Cloud, Dump, and Islands.: The single The Hollows featured remixes and covers by artists such as Boards of Canada, Xiu Xiu, Dntel, Half-handed Cloud, Dump, and Islands.

Yoni Wolf's previous band affiliations include only Clouddead and Reaching Quiet.

Answer: False

Yoni Wolf's previous band affiliations include Clouddead and Reaching Quiet, as well as Hymie's Basement.

Related Concepts:

  • Beyond Why?, Yoni Wolf's prior group affiliations include Clouddead, Reaching Quiet, and Hymie's Basement.: Yoni Wolf has been a member of groups including Clouddead, Reaching Quiet, and Hymie's Basement.

Yoni Wolf produced tracks for Pedestrian's album Volume One: UnIndian Songs (2005) but did not provide backup vocals on any projects mentioned.

Answer: False

Yoni Wolf produced tracks for Pedestrian's album 'Volume One: UnIndian Songs' (2005) and also provided backup vocals on Serengeti's album 'Family and Friends' (2011).

Related Concepts:

  • Yoni Wolf's production credits include Pedestrian's 'Volume One: UnIndian Songs' (2005) and Serengeti's 'Family and Friends' (2011), the latter of which also featured his backup vocals.: Yoni Wolf produced tracks for Pedestrian's album Volume One: UnIndian Songs (2005) and Serengeti's album Family and Friends (2011), for which he also provided backup vocals.
  • Beyond Why?, Yoni Wolf's prior group affiliations include Clouddead, Reaching Quiet, and Hymie's Basement.: Yoni Wolf has been a member of groups including Clouddead, Reaching Quiet, and Hymie's Basement.

Josiah Wolf's first solo release was the album Jet Lag in 2010.

Answer: False

Josiah Wolf's first solo release was 'The Josiah EP' in 2003. His first solo album, 'Jet Lag,' was released in 2010.

Related Concepts:

  • Josiah Wolf's solo discography includes his debut EP, 'The Josiah EP' (2003), and his first solo album, 'Jet Lag' (2010), released via the Anticon label.: Josiah Wolf released his debut solo EP, The Josiah EP, in 2003, followed by his first solo album, Jet Lag, in 2010 on the Anticon label.

Besides his work with Why?, Yoni Wolf produced tracks for which other artists mentioned in the text?

Answer: Pedestrian and Serengeti

Yoni Wolf's production credits include Pedestrian's 'Volume One: UnIndian Songs' (2005) and Serengeti's 'Family and Friends' (2011), the latter of which also featured his backup vocals.

Related Concepts:

  • Who is recognized as the principal founder of the band Why?: The band Why? was founded by Yoni Wolf, who had been using Why? as his personal stage name since 1997.
  • Yoni Wolf adopted 'Why?' as his personal stage name in 1997. In 2004, he established the band Why?, subsequently ceasing to utilize the name solely as his individual moniker.: Yoni Wolf began using Why? as his stage name in 1997, and in 2004, he formed the band Why? with other members, ceasing to use the name as his personal moniker.

Which of the following correctly lists Josiah Wolf's solo releases mentioned in the text?

Answer: The Josiah EP (2003) and Jet Lag (2010)

Josiah Wolf's solo discography includes his debut EP, 'The Josiah EP' (2003), and his first solo album, 'Jet Lag' (2010), released via the Anticon label.

Related Concepts:

  • Josiah Wolf's solo discography includes his debut EP, 'The Josiah EP' (2003), and his first solo album, 'Jet Lag' (2010), released via the Anticon label.: Josiah Wolf released his debut solo EP, The Josiah EP, in 2003, followed by his first solo album, Jet Lag, in 2010 on the Anticon label.

Which of the following artists is mentioned as having provided remixes for the Why? single "The Hollows"?

Answer: Xiu Xiu

The single "The Hollows" featured remixes and covers by a diverse array of artists, including Xiu Xiu, alongside electronic artists like Boards of Canada and Dntel.

Related Concepts:

  • The band Why? has released music under the auspices of several record labels, notably Anticon, City Slang, and Joyful Noise Recordings.: Why? has released music through labels including Anticon, City Slang, and Joyful Noise Recordings.

Under what alias did Doug McDiarmid release his solo EP in 2005?

Answer: J.D. Wenceslas

Doug McDiarmid released a solo EP in 2005 under the pseudonym J.D. Wenceslas.

Related Concepts:

  • Doug McDiarmid released a solo EP in 2005 under the pseudonym J.D. Wenceslas.: Doug McDiarmid released a solo EP under the name J.D. Wenceslas in 2005.

Which of the following is a group Yoni Wolf has been a member of, besides Why??

Answer: Clouddead

Beyond Why?, Yoni Wolf's prior group affiliations include Clouddead, Reaching Quiet, and Hymie's Basement.

Related Concepts:

  • Yoni Wolf adopted 'Why?' as his personal stage name in 1997. In 2004, he established the band Why?, subsequently ceasing to utilize the name solely as his individual moniker.: Yoni Wolf began using Why? as his stage name in 1997, and in 2004, he formed the band Why? with other members, ceasing to use the name as his personal moniker.
  • Who is recognized as the principal founder of the band Why?: The band Why? was founded by Yoni Wolf, who had been using Why? as his personal stage name since 1997.
  • Identify the core members of Why? as delineated in the provided text.: The core members of Why? include Yoni Wolf (lead vocalist and multi-instrumentalist), Doug McDiarmid (multi-instrumentalist and backing vocalist), Matt Meldon (multi-instrumentalist and backing vocalist), and Josiah Wolf (drummer and backing vocalist).

For which album did Yoni Wolf both produce tracks and provide backup vocals?

Answer: Serengeti's album Family and Friends (2011)

Yoni Wolf's production credits include Pedestrian's 'Volume One: UnIndian Songs' (2005) and Serengeti's 'Family and Friends' (2011), the latter of which also featured his backup vocals.

Related Concepts:

  • Yoni Wolf's production credits include Pedestrian's 'Volume One: UnIndian Songs' (2005) and Serengeti's 'Family and Friends' (2011), the latter of which also featured his backup vocals.: Yoni Wolf produced tracks for Pedestrian's album Volume One: UnIndian Songs (2005) and Serengeti's album Family and Friends (2011), for which he also provided backup vocals.

Record Labels and Online Presence

The official website for the band Why? is www.why?.com.

Answer: False

The official website for the band Why? is www.whywithaquestionmark.com.

Related Concepts:

  • The band Why? has released music under the auspices of several record labels, notably Anticon, City Slang, and Joyful Noise Recordings.: Why? has released music through labels including Anticon, City Slang, and Joyful Noise Recordings.
  • When and from which locations was the band Why? initially formed?: The band Why? was established in 2004, with its origins cited as both Berkeley, California, and Cincinnati, Ohio.
  • Quantify the number of studio albums released by Why? according to the provided text.: As of the provided text, Why? has released eight studio albums.

Which of the following is NOT listed as a record label Why? has released music through?

Answer: Sub Pop

The band Why? has released music under the auspices of several record labels, notably Anticon, City Slang, and Joyful Noise Recordings. Sub Pop is not mentioned in this context.

Related Concepts:

  • The band Why? has released music under the auspices of several record labels, notably Anticon, City Slang, and Joyful Noise Recordings.: Why? has released music through labels including Anticon, City Slang, and Joyful Noise Recordings.
  • What is the primary musical style associated with the American band Why?: Why? is primarily recognized for its distinctive blend of alternative hip hop and indie rock music.
  • Quantify the number of studio albums released by Why? according to the provided text.: As of the provided text, Why? has released eight studio albums.

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