From The Lambton Worm to punk rock, we’ve picked nine questions from Sunderland’s musical heritage. How many will you score? The answers are on the last page. No cheating mind.
5. John Lydon came to Sunderland in 2012
Where was the 2012 Split Festival held, headlined by Public Image Ltd? A. Herrington Park B. Thompson Park C. Barnes Park D. Ashbrooke Cricket Club Photo: Sunderland Echo
6. Olly Murs is just one act that Martin Brammer wrote hits for
Seaham songwiter has written songs for Olly Murs, the Lighthouse Family and Ronan Keating. But which band was he a member of? A. Kane Gang B. Kenickie C. Blancmange D. Leatherface Photo: Sunderland Echo
7. Dave Stewart was a pupil at Barnes School
Dave Stewart co-wrote and produced Don't Come Around Here No More for which superstar? A. Bob Dylan B. Tom Petty C. George Harrison D. Roy Orbison Photo: Sunderland Echo
8. The gloriously daft Toy Dolls
The Toy Dolls had the Christmas number four in 1984 with Nellie the Elephant. Who was number one? A. Band Aid B. Wham! C. Foreigner C. Jim Diamond Photo: Sunderland Echo