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Albums That Were Recorded in Unusual Locations

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Which album by the Beatles was recorded in a mobile studio set up in a mansion in the English countryside?

  1. Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band

  2. The White Album

  3. Abbey Road

  4. Let It Be


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Beatles recorded their ninth studio album, commonly known as "The White Album," in a mobile studio set up at George Harrison's mansion, Kinfauns, in Esher, Surrey, England.

Where did Bob Dylan record his album "Blood on the Tracks"?

  1. A studio in New York City

  2. A cabin in Minnesota

  3. A hotel room in Los Angeles

  4. A boat on the Mississippi River


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Bob Dylan recorded his album "Blood on the Tracks" in a cabin in Minnesota, seeking isolation and inspiration for his songwriting.

In what unusual location did Radiohead record their album "OK Computer"?

  1. A stately home in Oxfordshire, England

  2. A castle in Scotland

  3. A church in London

  4. A cave in Spain


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Radiohead recorded their third studio album, "OK Computer," at St. Catherine's Court, a stately home in Oxfordshire, England, known for its unique acoustics.

Which album by David Bowie was recorded in a château in France?

  1. Hunky Dory

  2. The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars

  3. Aladdin Sane

  4. Diamond Dogs


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

David Bowie recorded his fourth studio album, "Hunky Dory," at Château d'Hérouville, a 17th-century château in Hérouville, France, seeking a creative and inspiring environment.

Where did the Red Hot Chili Peppers record their album "Californication"?

  1. A mansion in Beverly Hills

  2. A studio in Los Angeles

  3. A beach house in Malibu

  4. A castle in Ireland


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Red Hot Chili Peppers recorded their seventh studio album, "Californication," at a beach house in Malibu, California, seeking a relaxed and creative atmosphere.

Which album by the Rolling Stones was recorded in a mobile studio set up in a villa in France?

  1. Exile on Main St.

  2. Sticky Fingers

  3. Some Girls

  4. Tattoo You


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Rolling Stones recorded their tenth studio album, "Exile on Main St.," in a mobile studio set up at Villa Nellcôte, a villa in Villefranche-sur-Mer, France, due to tax and legal issues.

Where did Pink Floyd record their album "The Dark Side of the Moon"?

  1. Abbey Road Studios in London

  2. A studio in Los Angeles

  3. A castle in Scotland

  4. A barge on the River Thames


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Pink Floyd recorded their eighth studio album, "The Dark Side of the Moon," on a barge called Astoria, which was moored on the River Thames in London, seeking a unique and inspiring recording environment.

In what unusual location did the Beach Boys record their album "Pet Sounds"?

  1. A studio in Los Angeles

  2. A beach house in Malibu

  3. A mansion in Beverly Hills

  4. A yacht in the Pacific Ocean


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Beach Boys recorded their eleventh studio album, "Pet Sounds," on a yacht called "The Sea of Dreams," which was sailing in the Pacific Ocean, seeking a creative and inspiring environment.

Which album by Led Zeppelin was recorded in a mobile studio set up in a Welsh castle?

  1. Led Zeppelin II

  2. Led Zeppelin III

  3. Led Zeppelin IV

  4. Houses of the Holy


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Led Zeppelin recorded their fourth studio album, commonly known as "Led Zeppelin IV," in a mobile studio set up at Headley Grange, a 17th-century castle in Hampshire, England, seeking a unique and inspiring recording environment.

Where did the Eagles record their album "Hotel California"?

  1. A hotel in California

  2. A studio in Los Angeles

  3. A ranch in Colorado

  4. A castle in Scotland


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Eagles recorded their fifth studio album, "Hotel California," at the Caribou Ranch, a recording studio and retreat located in Nederland, Colorado, which was once a working cattle ranch.

In what unusual location did the Grateful Dead record their album "American Beauty"?

  1. A studio in San Francisco

  2. A ranch in California

  3. A castle in Ireland

  4. A boat on the Mississippi River


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Grateful Dead recorded their fourth studio album, "American Beauty," at Wally Heider's Studio 3, located on a ranch in Stinson Beach, California, seeking a relaxed and creative atmosphere.

Which album by Bob Marley and the Wailers was recorded in a studio in Jamaica?

  1. Catch a Fire

  2. Burnin'

  3. Natty Dread

  4. Exodus


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bob Marley and the Wailers recorded their third studio album, "Catch a Fire," at Dynamic Sounds Studio in Kingston, Jamaica, which was one of the first recording studios in the country.

Where did the Who record their album "Who's Next"?

  1. A studio in London

  2. A castle in Scotland

  3. A mansion in Beverly Hills

  4. A boat on the River Thames


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Who recorded their fourth studio album, "Who's Next," on a houseboat called "The Rolling Stones," which was moored on the River Thames in London, seeking a unique and inspiring recording environment.

In what unusual location did Fleetwood Mac record their album "Rumours"?

  1. A studio in Los Angeles

  2. A castle in France

  3. A beach house in Malibu

  4. A yacht in the Pacific Ocean


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Fleetwood Mac recorded their eleventh studio album, "Rumours," at Château d'Hérouville, a 17th-century château in Hérouville, France, seeking a creative and inspiring environment.

Which album by the Ramones was recorded in a studio in New York City?

  1. Ramones

  2. Leave Home

  3. Rocket to Russia

  4. Road to Ruin


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Ramones recorded their debut studio album, simply titled "Ramones," at Plaza Sound Studios in New York City, which was known for its affordable rates and relaxed atmosphere.

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