Nirvana
Another example of music's tragic tradition of "What might have been." Nirvana, a Seattle-based grunge band was carving its place in rock history when lead guitarist Kurt Cobain killed himself.
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100 Best Bands of All Time
The greatest bands mix instrumental virtuosity and powerful vocals, vivid lyrics and riveting stage presence to create careers that last the test of time. Vote on the bands you see here or add your own.
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The Clash
An English punk rock band know for such popular hits as "London Calling" and "Should I Stay or Should I Go?"
6.29
7 votes
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Led Zeppelin
THE name in English Rock in the 60s and 70s. Their style ran the gamut from soulful Blues Rock to early elements of heavy metal.
8.40
5 votes
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The Jimi Hendrix Expereince
The greatest guitarist of all time, a bombastic drummer with excellent fills and a driving bass. All three make up the ultimate rock power trio.
4.38
8 votes
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Fleetwood Mac
Fleetwood Mac has had so many members come and go over the years that the only original member left is drummer Mick Fleetwood. Still, the English rock band maintains a loyal following to this day.
8.33
3 votes
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Weather Report
A innovator in the fusion genre (a combination of rock and jazz). Especially well known for bassist Jaco Pastorius
4.80
5 votes
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The Rolling Stones
During a career that's spanned more than 50 years, the Stones have never strayed far from their blues roots.
6.00
4 votes
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Van Halen
A SoCal heavy metal band that came to prominence in the 80s. Famous members include Eddie Van Halen (lead guitar), David Lee Roth and Sammy Hagar (vocals).
7.67
3 votes
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Rage Against the Machine
90s metal band with strong elements of rap and funk. Rage is known both for Zack de la Rocha's withering vocals and Tom Morello's creative use of distortion effects on the guitar.
6.33
3 votes
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The Steve Miller Band
A 70s rock band responsible for hits such as "Fly Like an Eagle," "The Joker" and "Jet Airliner."
4.67
3 votes
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Sly and the Family Stone
By blending elements of funk, soul and psychedelic rock, Sly Stone carved a unique niche in 60s and 70s music.
7.00
1 votes
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Guns 'n' Roses
Wildly successful 80s and 90s heavy metal band known for its lead guitarist, Slash, and its frontman, Axl Rose.
3.00
3 votes
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U2
An Irish rock band founded in the 70s, U2 benefits most from Bono's vocal stylings and The Edge's shredding guitar.
3.00
2 votes
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Rush
Progressive rock innovators. This power trio is composted of Geddy Lee on bass, Alex Lifeson on guitar and Neil Peart on drums.
3.00
1 votes
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