Best Rock Bands

Posted in: Rock by realityspeaks on March 26th, 2011 | 14 Comments

Compiling a list of best rock bands is a monumental task. Genres associated with this form of music are vast. This article gives a detailed perspective on pioneering bands that have made a noteworthy contribution is different rock genres.

The loud and mellow strains of rock music have enthralled fans the world over. Attitude, stage presence, creativity, music, lifestyle, madness and mayhem of rock bands are aspects that evoke a burning desire to form a band and roll without brakes. Every individual that loves rock music understands the nostalgia of purchasing albums by their favorite band or artist. Expression and style of bands through different genres of rock music evoke a special feeling in every rock lover. The distinctive sound and trademark performance of famous rock bands gives every rock genre its share of worshipers.

History of Rock Music

Rock music gained prominence in the early 60s. Deriving from blues, country, folk, jazz, and rock n’ roll, rock music emerged with numerous bands infusing elements of early influences. A number of blues rock, and psychedelic bands mushroomed in the early years. Towards the end of the 60s diverse forms of rock music began to take shape. The 70s opened doors to several rock genres and its sub-genres. Different forms of rock music changed the cultural and social movement. Thinkers, poets, politicians, and the common man, everyone was a mesmerized by rock bands. Over the years rock has established itself as one of the most powerful genres in music. Here’s a list of the best rock bands that have mesmerized listeners.

Best Classic Era Rock bands

  • Led Zeppelin
  • Rainbow
  • Deep Purple
  • The Who
  • The Doors
  • The Beatles
  • Rolling Stones
  • Pink Floyd
  • Bad Company
  • Thin Lizzy
  • Cream
  • Guess Who
  • Blue Oyster Cult
  • Black Sabbath
  • Jethro Tull
  • The Eagles
  • Free
  • Dire Straits
  • Steppenwolf
  • Big Brother and the Holding Company
  • Chicago
  • The Police
  • Grand Funk Railroad
  • Foreigner
  • The Rolling Stones
  • Humble Pie
  • Fleetwood Mac
  • Journey
  • Queen
  • Meatloaf
  • Mamas & the Papas
  • The Animals
  • The Moody Blues
  • The Jimi Hendrix Experience
  • Moby Grape
  • Status Quo
  • Wishbone Ash
  • Vanilla Fudge
  • Badfinger
  • MC5
  • Fanny
  • Love
  • Iron Butterfly
  • The Bonzo Dog Band
  • The Kinks
  • Jefferson Airplane
  • Three Dog Night
  • Boston
  • REO Speedwagon
  • The Cars

Best Heavy Metal/Hard Rock Bands

  • Judas Priest
  • AC/DC
  • Manowar
  • Accept
  • Warrior
  • Iron Maiden
  • Dio
  • Savatage
  • Thor
  • Blitzkrieg
  • Motorhead
  • Pentagram
  • Cactus
  • Fastway
  • UFO
  • Sweet Savage
  • Rainbow
  • Tygers of Pan Tang
  • Battleaxe
  • Grim Reaper
  • Nightwing
  • Saxon
  • Moxy
  • Avenger
  • Mama’s Boys
  • Aerosmith
  • Samson
  • Rock Goddess
  • Jameson Raid
  • Diamond Head
  • More
  • Witchfynde
  • Budgie
  • Vardis
  • Tank
  • Lionheart
  • Tytan
  • Cloven Hoof
  • Urchin
  • Angel Witch
  • Venom
  • Van Halen
  • Montrose
  • Trespass
  • Girlschool
  • Elixir
  • White Spirit
  • Black Rose
  • Tokyo Blade
  • Persian Risk
  • Marseille

Best Progressive/Experimental Rock Bands

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