Again fronted by a force of nature in the form of Roger Doltrey as lead singer and backed by what were to become and remain to this day legends of rock. The WhoĪn English rock band, formed in 1964,The Who were loud and proud and committed to large scale live concerts. These were produced between 19 and are classics of the period, well worth a watch. The Beatles are also known for their rather odd but time capturing 5 movies. Their ages now at 78 and 80 years, not being a barrier to creative flow, but rather adding the benefit of experience and life. Paul and Ringo remain active producing new studio material to the present day. George Harrison died aged 58 from cancer.Īll members of the band from 1960 went on to have critically acclaimed solo careers.
Additionally, the killing of John Lennon in America on December 8th, 1980 stopped any thought of a reunion, although it never seemed likely. The Beatles disbanded in 1970 the real reason remaining under debate, mainly rumored as artistic differences. The band comprised the late John Lennon, Sir Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr and George Harrison. Over a period of years they would produce 213 songs and became household names. Fronting a clean homely image even though they were also known for their drug and hippy influences in the early 1960’s.Īdditionally, their music and personas caught the imagination of the masses, and scenes of mass hysteria were commonplace. Compared to the Stones, they were less publicly and visually rebellious. Later in 1960 becoming the Beatles and with early album releases such as “Please, Please Me” (1963), “Twist and Shout” (1964), they remain respected and revered to this day for their songcraft and musicianship.Īt the time, when youth of the late 50’s needed a sense of belonging, the Beatles arrived in Liverpool, and they were different. From early beginnings in 1956 as the quarrymen.
The BeatlesĪrguably one of, if not the most influential and best 60s rock bands. The band achieved its creative and influential peak in the industry in 1972. But, “Paint it Black, Ruby Tuesday, Brown Sugar, Angie, and Lady Jane” remain firm favorites to this day and still get frequent airplay on UK radio. Of their huge number of hits, “I can’t get no satisfaction” was their first, coming in 1965. Each of which has influenced many generations of musicians. Band members included Jagger, Keith Richards, Ronnie Wood, and Charlie Watts. Maintaining a significant following for some 60 years. Fiercely intelligent, the band members were able to reinvent themselves across the years. They were for many the iconic band of the ’60s. Tinged with a strong accent and forceful delivery. Many have tried but few managed to match the mouthy frontman Mick for his style of singing. Over a span of some 60 years, from 1962 they produced 92 albums, including compilations and 121 singles. Led by the highly influential Sir Mick Jagger, the Stones as they were better known, came to prominence in the 1960s. The Rolling Stonesįirstly, this band is widely acclaimed as one of the best selling artists of all time and best rock band of all time. So, without hesitation here are our top 10 of the greatest rock bands of all time. Of the music, nothing needed to be said, it spoke for itself to the dedicated band fans. Lastly, album artwork played a significant part in the success of a release.
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Gatherings would often take part at parties or informal social meetings to sit quietly and listen to the full album, not as nowadays just a track or two. Buying an album on vinyl was a serious undertaking. This was the era of the record, and later, cassette tapes.ĬDs, mp3s and streaming of music were not even invented. Fame and fortune were rarely, if at all, discussed or even noticed. Super bands as they were known, formed many a conversation in relation to who was the best musician.
For instance, the album Tarkus by Emerson Lake and Palmer in 1972. Moreover, people tended to listen to instrumental bands with more interest. There were not so many bands as there are now. The late sixties and early seventies were an era when music had a different impact on life.
Most of those in the list are best-selling artists of all time and we can’t wait to talk about them! These range from the 60’s to the current day – there have been so many great bands over the years! Many are fronted by iconic and perhaps some would say, eccentric lead singers. Today, let’s take a look at the best classic rock bands of all time.
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