With which Irish rock band did Geldof rise to prominence?
U2
Thin Lizzy
The Cranberries
The Boomtown Rats
Answer
The Boomtown Rats, an Irish rock band, propelled Bob Geldof to stardom. Formed in 1975 in Dublin, the band gained recognition for their energetic live performances and chart-topping hits like "Rat Trap" and "I Don't Like Mondays." Their success in the late'70s and early'80s established Geldof as a prominent figure in the Irish music scene and laid the foundation for his subsequent philanthropic endeavors.
Rockin' the Activism: The Bob Geldof Quiz
More Questions
What was the name of the charity supergroup Geldof co-founded in 1984?
What is the title of the song Geldof co-wrote for famine relief in Ethiopia?
In which year was Geldof granted an honorary knighthood?
Bob Geldof starred as Pink in which 1982 film?
What was the Boomtown Rats' first UK number one hit?
Related Quizzes
Subscribe Now!
Learn something
new everyday
Playing quizzes is free! We send 1 quiz every week to your inbox