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These legendary '80s bands will truly blow your mind! Hello I'm Nik Music evolved significantly in the ‘80s. Rock music gained new ground with an explosion of new subgenres that found their way into the mainstream. A number of rock bands came into prominence in the ‘80s, showcasing a diverse number of musical influences. Bands rooted in the blues rock sound of the ‘70s started experimenting with a heavier sound that would later evolve into heavy metal. Hard rock witnessed a resurgence, showcasing modern metal embellishments. While the sound got heavier, it also diversified, branching into a number of metal subgenres. The ‘80s were notable for kick-starting the solo careers of many musicians. The decade is also remembered for the emergence of virtuoso guitar players in the shred genre. Certain rock bands that had considerable success in the ‘70s found it difficult to grapple with changing tastes in the ‘80s. While many music purists do not consider the ‘80s to be the best decade for music, the decade showcased some of the finest albums and bands in rock history. While the decade is long gone, the ‘80s have left us with epic memories that we will cherish forever. The list below showcases a diverse collection of ‘80s rock bands from different rock genres. If you're a big fan of that memorable decade, you'll definitely have something to say. Feel free to express your views and opinions in the comments section. Top 10 Best Rock Bands of the ‘80s
Music TV in the '80sThanks to music television, rock music reached its pinnacle in the ‘80s. MTV, which launched in 1981, showcased a number of mainstream and non-mainstream rock bands. Music videos aired by MTV became all the rage in the ‘80s. AOR bands became hugely successful in this decade. Arena rock, which came into being in the mid '70s, became epic in the ‘80s. Certain rock bands with a more melodic sound extended their reach, drawing in audiences from other genres. #11—2011. Judas Priest (Heavy Metal) 12. Van Halen (Hard Rock) 13. Whitesnake (Hard Rock) 14. Def Leppard (Rock/Hard Rock) 15. REO Speedwagon (Rock/Hard Rock) 16. Megadeth (Heavy Metal/Thrash Metal/Speed Metal) 17. Iron Maiden (Heavy Metal) 18. The Police (Rock) Scroll to Continue Read More From Spinditty19. ZZ Top (Rock/Blues Rock) 20. Aerosmith (Rock/Hard Rock) Iron Maiden Wikipedia Commons Glam metal soared to new heights in this decade. Bands associated with the genre had tremendous global success. A number of hair bands of the ‘80s toured extensively and earned quite a reputation for their live performances. The decade was phenomenal for hard rock and glam metal. Record labels were quick to cash in on the success of glam metal bands. A number of major record labels released compilation albums of hair metal and hard rock bands. Power ballads and acoustic rock ballads became the signature sound for many acts during this decade. #21—4021. Motley Crue (Glam Metal/Hard Rock) 22. Dio (Heavy Metal) 23. Poison (Glam Metal/Hard Rock) 24. Dire Straits (Rock) 25. Scorpions (Rock/Hard Rock) 26. Heart (Rock/Hard Rock) 27. Tears For Fears (Pop Rock/New Wave) 28. Quiet Riot (Heavy Metal/Hard Rock/Glam Metal) 29. Survivor (Rock/Hard Rock) 30. Europe (Rock/Hard Rock) 31. Kiss (Rock/Hard Rock) 32. Bauhaus (Gothic Rock) 33. New Order (Rock) 34. Venom (Extreme Metal/Thrash Metal/Speed Metal) 35. The Cure (Rock/Gothic Rock/Post-Punk) 36. Slayer (Thrash Metal) 37. Black Sabbath (Heavy Metal) 38. Bad Brains (Hardcore Punk) 39. Cinderella (Glam Metal/Hard Rock) 40. The Psychedelic Furs (Rock/Post-Punk/New Wave) KISS Wikipedia Commons Alternative Rock in the ‘80sWhile alternative rock was an underground phenomena in the ‘80s, the movement laid the groundwork for the genre in the ‘90s. The majority of bands associated with the genre released albums independently. While few managed to strike recording contracts with major record labels, many alternative acts released low-budget albums that were sold during live performances at concerts, garnering them cult followings. Certain college radio stations and fanzines promoted the alternative culture in a big way. The underground music movement, which was extensive in the United States of America, soon spread to other parts of the world in the form of jangle pop and indie rock. #41—6041. Anthrax (Heavy Metal/Thrash Metal/Speed Metal) 42. Siouxsie and the Banshees (Rock/Post-Punk/Alternative Rock) 43. Twisted Sister (Heavy Metal) 44. Saxon (Heavy Metal) 45. Dokken (Heavy Metal/Glam Metal) 46. The Smiths (Alternative Rock/Indie Rock) 47. Exodus (Thrash Metal) 48. Husker Du (Rock/Alternative Rock/Punk Rock) 49. Chicago (Rock/Soft Rock) 50. Duran Duran (New Wave) 51. Rush (Progressive Rock) 52. The Replacements (Alternative Rock/Punk Rock) 53. Sepultura (Heavy Metal/Groove Metal) 54. Loverboy (Rock/Hard Rock) 55. A Flock of Seagulls (New Wave) 56. A-ha (Pop Rock) 57. Love and Rockets (Alternative Rock/Gothic Rock) 58. Manowar (Heavy Metal) 59. Napalm Death (Grindcore) 60. Black Flag (Punk Rock/Hardcore Punk) Thrash metal and speed metal became prevalent in the ‘80s. While both of these extreme subgenres did not garner mainstream success, they influenced a new generation of modern rock musicians. While ‘70s heavy metal was dominated by British bands and acts from the United States, during the ‘80s, heavy metal spread across the globe. Scandinavian heavy metal bands came into prominence with their signature dark and gloomy riffs, inspiring many metal bands to come. #61—8061. Diamond Head (Heavy Metal) 62. The Mekons (Punk Rock/Post-Punk) 63. Primal Scream (Rock/Alternative Rock) 64. The Pogues (Celtic Punk/Folk Punk) 65. Dead Kennedys (Hardcore Punk/Punk Rock) 66. Echo & the Bunnymen (Rock/New Wave) 67. Toto (Rock) 68. Red Hot Chili Peppers (Funk Rock) 69. Testament (Thrash Metal) 70. The Bangles (Pop Rock) 71. D.O.A. (Hardcore Punk/Punk Rock) 72. Sonic Youth (Alternative Rock/Noise Rock) 73. Death Angel (Thrash Metal) 74. Cocteau Twins (Rock/Gothic Rock) 75. Accept (Heavy Metal) 76. Kreator (Thrash Metal) 77. The Ramones (Punk Rock) 78. America (Rock) 79. Pantera (Groove Metal) 80. Suicidal Tendencies (Crossover Thrash/Hardcore Punk) Punk Rock and Hardcore Punk in the ‘80sWhile punk rock flourished throughout the ‘80s, the genre remained firmly rooted in the underground music scene. The New York Hardcore Punk scene garnered a cult following. Pioneering hardcore punk bands played a pivotal role in influencing, shaping, and magnifying the punk sound of later decades. Major record labels took notice of the dominance of hardcore punk in the underground music scene and signed record deals with emerging acts. A number of punk bands that started their careers in the late ‘80s achieved tremendous commercial success in the ‘90s. #81—10081. My Bloody Valentine (Rock/Shoegazing) 82. Devo (Rock/New Wave) 83. Killing Joke (Post-Punk/Industrial Rock) 84. Yes (Progressive Rock) 85. Savatage (Heavy Metal) 86. Krokus (Hard Rock/Heavy Metal) 87. Violent Femmes (Folk Punk) 88. Triumph (Hard Rock) 89. Anvil (Heavy Metal/Speed Metal) 90. Dinosaur Jr. (Alternative Rock/Rock) 91. Rolling Stones (Rock) 92. The Cars (Rock/New Wave) 93. Pink Floyd (Psychedelic Rock/Rock) 94. Marillion (Progressive Rock) 95. Simple Minds (Rock/Post-Punk/New Wave) 96. The Clash (Punk Rock) 97. Fleetwood Mac (Rock/Pop Rock) 98. Y&T (Rock/Hard Rock/Heavy Metal) 99. Asia (Rock/Progressive Rock) 100. Blue Oyster Cult (Rock/Hard Rock) Other Notable, Indie, Gothic, Hard, and Alt Rock Bands of the ‘80s
Notable Punk, Post-Punk Bands of the 80s
Notable Metal, Heavy Metal, Glam and Death Metal of the 80s
© 2019 Ansel Pereira Chris Jackson on May 19, 2020: One can`t just add Trash Metal and Punk bands to the list of "100 Best Rock Bands" before including Yngwie Malmsteen ... Tom on April 18, 2020: You people are clowns some of the bands before Tesla and great white get back in the closet Mike mcgerry on April 11, 2020: Ac/dc, u-2 , def lep, metallica, And queen. Blk sabbath but they are late 70's Arent they? Mike McGerry on April 11, 2020: Metalica, def lep, AC/DC, and blk saboth are tied for 1st place. Queen maybe Gun's-n-Roses tied for second. Chris Franklin on March 23, 2020: How in the hell is guns and roses number one in the 80s? no way Who was the biggest band of the 80's?Bands such as AC/DC, Queen, Def Leppard, Kiss, Mötley Crüe, Bon Jovi, Quiet Riot, Scorpions, Europe, Ratt, Twisted Sister, Poison, Dokken, Whitesnake, and Cinderella were among the most popular acts of the decade.
What band sold the most records in the 80s?Using data gathered by ChartMasters, here's the list of the top 10 selling artists of the 1980s.. 1 Michael Jackson. The King of Pop reigns supreme as the King of the 80s.. 2 Madonna. ... . 3 Phil Collins. ... . 4 U2. ... . 5 Queen. ... . 6 Prince. ... . 7 AC/DC. ... . 8 Bruce Springsteen. ... . Who is the biggest rock band ever?The Beatles are unquestionably the best and most important band in rock history, as well as the most compelling story.
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