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Marilyn Manson, the stage name of Brian Hugh Warner and the name of his band, is synonymous with controversial rock music and theatrical performances that challenge social norms. Formed in 1… Read More
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I Prevail was formed in Southfield, Michigan, in 2013. The band first gained recognition through a cover of Taylor Swift’s “Blank Space” that quickly went viral, establishi… Read More
The Grateful Dead emerged in the San Francisco Bay Area’s vibrant early 1960s music scene, marking their inception in 1965 at the height of the psychedelic movement. The band was forme… Read More
Our 11 Best Heart Songs Sung By Nancy Wilson article presents a wonderful showcase of songs in which Nancy Wilson sings lead vocals. It must not be easy standing right next to one of the gre… Read More
The Fray hail from Denver, Colorado. They were formed in 2002 by schoolmates Isaac Slade and Joe King. The band first achieved national success with their 2005 debut album, How to Save a Lif… Read More
Casting Crowns originated in Daytona Beach, Florida, in 1999. Founded by youth pastor Mark Hall at First Baptist Church in Daytona Beach, the band later relocated to Stockbridge, Georgia, an… Read More
Our 10 Rock Songs About Kicking Someone Out presents a showcase of songs that ultimately celebrate finally getting rid of that one person who’s just bringing you down. There’s no… Read More
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Simple Plan originated out of Montreal, Quebec. The band was officially formed in 1999 by a group of friends who had been playing together for some time. They quickly made a name for themsel… Read More
Duran Duran was formed in Birmingham in 1978. Originally a part of the New Romantic scene, the band quickly rose to fame with their debut album Duran Duran in 1981. Known for their sty… Read More
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Our 10 Best Albums to Turn People on to Southern Rock presents a list of albums that, for the most part, have always been classified as Southern rock and roll. Now, of course, there are some… Read More
Our 10 Most Underrated Queen Songs list takes a stroll back in time to some of the band’s most loved albums. It’s such a shame that the band’s legacy was cut short with the… Read More
He’s a founding member of the iconic Mid-West cult act The Godz, toured the world for years with Bob Seger, and lent his licks to more records than you can shake a stick at. Now, Mark… Read More
As a former member of Sharon Jones and the Dap-Kings and having recorded with Janet Jackson and Amy Winehouse, few carry the low-key swagger and emanate the levels of other-side-of-the-pillo… Read More
Our 100 Essential Albums from the 1970s that Everyone Should Own list is not a top 100 article in the basic sense of picking the best 100. This is not a top 100 albums of the 1970s list. It… Read More
Spoon was formed in 1993 in Austin, Texas. The band was founded by lead vocalist and guitarist Britt Daniel and drummer Jim Eno. Known for their precise, minimalist musical style that blends… Read More
Crazy Town is an American rap rock band that was formed in Los Angeles in 1995 by Bret Mazur and Seth Binzer, who is better known by his stage name, Shifty Shellshock. The band is best known… Read More
Neil Diamond has had many hits throughout his career. The man’s musical career came of age during a time when artists broke big time because of hits and hits alone. Yet Neil Diamond ha… Read More
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Slipknot is an American heavy metal band formed in Des Moines, Iowa, in 1995. Known for their aggressive style of music and distinctive image, particularly their horror-inspired masks, Slipk… Read More
Sebadoh was formed in 1986 in Westfield, Massachusetts. The band was originally a side project of Lou Barlow while he was still a member of Dinosaur Jr., though it soon evolved into his prim… Read More
5 Seconds of Summer formed in Sydney in 2011. Comprising members Luke Hemmings, Michael Clifford, Calum Hood, and Ashton Irwin, the band first gained international fame while touring with On… Read More
Teenage Fanclub was formed in Bellshill, near Glasgow, in 1989. The band’s founding members included Norman Blake (vocals, guitar), Raymond McGinley (vocals, lead guitar), Gerard Love… Read More
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Daughtry is a band formed and fronted by Chris Daughtry, who first gained prominence as a finalist on the fifth season of “American Idol.” After his elimination from the show, Ch… Read More
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Our list of the 10 Best Rock Music Double Albums Released in the 1980s showcases some of the finest double albums from what is often referred to as the “Big ’80s.” One chal… Read More
Rascal Flatts was formed in Columbus, Ohio, in 1999. The band initially consisted of Gary LeVox, Jay DeMarcus, and Joe Don Rooney. Known for their harmonious melodies and crossover appeal, R… Read More
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Modest Mouse was formed in 1992 in Issaquah, Washington, quickly became notable for their eclectic style and energetic performances. The band’s lineup has undergone several changes thr… Read More
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Spiritbox was formed in 2016 in Victoria, British Columbia. The band was founded by former members of the metalcore band Iwrestledabearonce, Courtney LaPlante and her husband, guitarist Mike… Read More
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The Black Eyed Peas were formed in Los Angeles in 1995. Originally established as an alternative hip-hop group that drew heavily on jazz and soul influences, they evolved into a more mainstr… Read More
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Seether was formed in Pretoria, South Africa, in 1999 under the name Saron Gas. The band, known for its post-grunge and alternative metal sound, changed its name to Seether in 2002 to avoid… Read More
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Our Top 10 Closing Tracks From 1970s Rock Albums looks at a trend in the 1970s that often led artists to place their longest and most epic tracks as the closing numbers on their studio album… Read More
Mission of Burma formed in 1979 in Boston, Massachusetts. The original lineup consisted of guitarist Roger Miller, bassist Clint Conley, drummer Peter Prescott, and Martin Swope handling tap… Read More
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When most fans hear the name Stealers Wheel, the song “Stuck In The Middle With You,” pops into their head. It’s just one of those songs from the 1970s that you heard all t… Read More
Skinny Puppy was formed in 1982 in Vancouver, British Columbia, by cEvin Key (Kevin Crompton) and Nivek Ogre (Kevin Ogilvie). The band is known for its dark, complex, and layered soundscapes… Read More
The Charlatans, also known initially as The Charlatans UK in the United States, are a British rock band that emerged during the late 1980s. Formed in 1989 in West Midlands, specifically from… Read More
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Our “Top 10 Opening Tracks from 1970s Rock Albums” article celebrates what we believe were the best opening songs placed on 1970s rock albums. Of course, there are thousands to c… Read More
The origins of the band Iron Butterfly began in the city of San Diego, California, in 1966. After multiple personnel changes during the band’s first couple of years, Iron Butterfly rel… Read More
Toto was formed in 1977 in Los Angeles, California, was founded by a group of seasoned session musicians. The band’s lineup originally included David Paich (keyboards, vocals), Steve L… Read More
Blue Öyster Cult has always been one of our favorite bands at ClassicRockHistory.com. The group, which hails from Long Island, New York, has made its reputation by delivering a catalog… Read More
The Sugarcubes were formed in Reykjavik in 1986. The band consisted of Björk Guðmundsdóttir (vocals), Einar Örn Benediktsson (vocals, trumpet), Sigtryggur Baldursson (dr… Read More
When Led Zeppelin broke up after John Bonham’s death, Jimmy Page faced the reality that any new vocalist he would ever work with would forever be compared to the legendary Robert Plant… Read More
Cindy Blackman has been around since the ’80s. She’s released numerous albums as a solo artist, has worked with Lenny Kravitz, and, since 2015, has been an official member of San… Read More
Our 10 Most Underrated Pretenders Songs article presents a band that we think is perfect for a story like this. Chrissie Hynde has put out a large catalog of music over the years that has so… Read More
Silverchair was formed in Newcastle, New South Wales, in 1992. The band consists of vocalist and guitarist Daniel Johns, bassist Chris Joannou, and drummer Ben Gillies. They gained internati… Read More
The B-52’s were formed in Athens, Georgia, in 1976. The original lineup consisted of Fred Schneider (vocals), Kate Pierson (vocals, keyboards), Cindy Wilson (vocals), Ricky Wilson (gui… Read More
Television was formed in New York City in 1973 by Tom Verlaine and Richard Lloyd on guitars, Richard Hell on bass, and Billy Ficca on drums. The band quickly became a staple of the burgeonin… Read More
Our 10 Most Underrated Pat Benatar Songs list presents a collection of songs that we feel have kind of floated under the radar over the years in Pat Benatar’s catalog. Pat Benatar stan… Read More
Creedence Clearwater Revival (CCR) was formed in El Cerrito, California, in 1967. The band consisted of John Fogerty (lead vocals, lead guitar), Tom Fogerty (rhythm guitar), Stu Cook (bass)… Read More
The Sisters of Mercy was formed in 1980 in Leeds, England, by Andrew Eldritch and Gary Marx. Known for their dark, atmospheric sound and deep, brooding vocals, the band quickly became… Read More
The Roots were formed in 1987 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, by Tariq “Black Thought” Trotter and Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson. Known for their unique approach to hip-h… Read More
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