Posts tagged with 70s
Where was Microsoft founded?
These days you hear a lot about Apple — and rightfully so — but let’s step back and acknowledge how ...
Which band’s lead singer was known for his "Lizard King" persona?
Dive into the wild world of '60s and '70s rock personas, from space oddities to reptilian royalty. C...
What’s the name of the fictional college in "Animal House"?
"National Lampoon's Animal House" set the bar for what a college comedy movie ought to be. The misfi...
How many times has Susan Lucci lost at the Emmys?
Susan Lucci's Emmy saga: From soap opera queen to award show legend. Discover the astonishing journe...
What did Freddie Mercury almost call “Bohemian Rhapsody”?
No chorus. No hook. A six minute song that is essentially a suite and which the band referred to as ...
Who was the only actor to play the same role in both the film and TV versions of "Alice"?
Explore "Alice" from Scorsese's film to TV hit. Greasy spoon drama, sassy waitresses, and a trivia s...
Which ‘70s movie was pulled from theaters at the director's request?
Hollywood's self-censorship saga: From the Hays Code to '70s cinema. Which classic film did its own ...
What inspired the song “Smoke on the Water” by Deep Purple?
Every human being can play the riff from “Smoke on the Water” on guitar. Guitarist Ritchie Blackmore...
Who was initially cast as Chief Brody in "Jaws"?
As Jaws approaches its 50th anniversary, discover the surprising casting history of Chief Brody. Who...
What word ended each episode of "The Waltons"?
Relive the nostalgic charm of '70s TV, from family viewing habits to iconic shows, and test your kno...
When was the first personal computer released?
We live in an era where everyone has some kind of computer near them or in their pockets at any give...
What name did Van Halen use before getting famous?
It was the early ‘70s when Alex and Eddie Van Halen first started thinking about putting a band toge...
Who wasn't a founding member of Fleetwood Mac?
Test your Fleetwood Mac knowledge: from 1967 London to Rock Hall fame, can you identify who wasn't a...
What’s the name of the dance club in "Saturday Night Fever"?
If you want to blame someone for disco, look no further than the 1977 classic starring John Travolta...
What '70s movie is credited as the first blockbuster?
Discover the '70s movie that revolutionized Hollywood's summer blockbuster era. Test your film histo...