The 30 greatest rock bands of all time

Pearl Jam, Guns N' Roses, Pink Floyd, The Beatles, The Kinks, Radiohead, The Jimi Hendrix Experience, The Doors, The Eagles, Aerosmith, Black Sabbath, The Clash, The Cure

Are you a fan of rock music? If so, you're in luck: in this gallery, we take a road trip down the rock 'n' roll history highway!

We're looking at the best of the best. From AC/DC to Metallica, this is a true roll call of the greatest-ever bands. Ready? Then click on!

ZZ Top

Pearl Jam, Guns N' Roses, Pink Floyd, The Beatles, The Kinks, Radiohead, The Jimi Hendrix Experience, The Doors, The Eagles, Aerosmith, Black Sabbath, The Clash, The Cure

ZZ Top, the iconic blues rock trio known for their signature beards, have created timeless hits like 'La Grange' and 'Sharp Dressed Man.' Their gritty guitar-driven sound is a hallmark of American rock.

Pearl Jam

Pearl Jam, Guns N' Roses, Pink Floyd, The Beatles, The Kinks, Radiohead, The Jimi Hendrix Experience, The Doors, The Eagles, Aerosmith, Black Sabbath, The Clash, The Cure

Pearl Jam's grunge rock and Eddie Vedder's unique and unforgettable voice made them '90s icons.

Guns N' Roses

Pearl Jam, Guns N' Roses, Pink Floyd, The Beatles, The Kinks, Radiohead, The Jimi Hendrix Experience, The Doors, The Eagles, Aerosmith, Black Sabbath, The Clash, The Cure

Axl Rose's unique and recognizable voice and Slash's guitar prowess helped make Guns N' Roses rock legends.

Queen

Pearl Jam, Guns N' Roses, Pink Floyd, The Beatles, The Kinks, Radiohead, The Jimi Hendrix Experience, The Doors, The Eagles, Aerosmith, Black Sabbath, The Clash, The Cure

Queen's flamboyant front man, Freddie Mercury, led the band to superstardom. Their rock operas and anthems like 'Bohemian Rhapsody' are classics of the genre.

Pink Floyd

Pearl Jam, Guns N' Roses, Pink Floyd, The Beatles, The Kinks, Radiohead, The Jimi Hendrix Experience, The Doors, The Eagles, Aerosmith, Black Sabbath, The Clash, The Cure

Pink Floyd's progressive and psychedelic rock pushed musical boundaries. Albums like 'The Dark Side of the Moon' are considered masterpieces.

The Beatles

Pearl Jam, Guns N' Roses, Pink Floyd, The Beatles, The Kinks, Radiohead, The Jimi Hendrix Experience, The Doors, The Eagles, Aerosmith, Black Sabbath, The Clash, The Cure

The Beatles, often called the greatest band in rock history, revolutionized music with their catchy melodies and innovative songwriting. Their impact on pop culture and music is immeasurable.

The Kinks

Pearl Jam, Guns N' Roses, Pink Floyd, The Beatles, The Kinks, Radiohead, The Jimi Hendrix Experience, The Doors, The Eagles, Aerosmith, Black Sabbath, The Clash, The Cure

The Kinks' catchy rock songs and Ray Davies' storytelling have earned them a place in rock history.

Radiohead

Pearl Jam, Guns N' Roses, Pink Floyd, The Beatles, The Kinks, Radiohead, The Jimi Hendrix Experience, The Doors, The Eagles, Aerosmith, Black Sabbath, The Clash, The Cure

Radiohead's experimental and thought-provoking rock has pushed boundaries in the modern rock landscape.

The Jimi Hendrix Experience

Pearl Jam, Guns N' Roses, Pink Floyd, The Beatles, The Kinks, Radiohead, The Jimi Hendrix Experience, The Doors, The Eagles, Aerosmith, Black Sabbath, The Clash, The Cure

Led by the legendary Jimi Hendrix, this group redefined electric guitar playing and psychedelic rock.

The Doors

Pearl Jam, Guns N' Roses, Pink Floyd, The Beatles, The Kinks, Radiohead, The Jimi Hendrix Experience, The Doors, The Eagles, Aerosmith, Black Sabbath, The Clash, The Cure

Jim Morrison's poetic lyrics and the band's psychedelic rock sound defined the counterculture of the '60s.

The Eagles

Pearl Jam, Guns N' Roses, Pink Floyd, The Beatles, The Kinks, Radiohead, The Jimi Hendrix Experience, The Doors, The Eagles, Aerosmith, Black Sabbath, The Clash, The Cure

Known for their harmonies, The Eagles' are part of rock 'n' roll royalty. Their hit 'Hotel California' is an iconic rock song for the ages.

Aerosmith

Pearl Jam, Guns N' Roses, Pink Floyd, The Beatles, The Kinks, Radiohead, The Jimi Hendrix Experience, The Doors, The Eagles, Aerosmith, Black Sabbath, The Clash, The Cure

Steven Tyler's flamboyant stage presence and hits like 'Dream On' define Aerosmith's rock legacy.

Black Sabbath

Pearl Jam, Guns N' Roses, Pink Floyd, The Beatles, The Kinks, Radiohead, The Jimi Hendrix Experience, The Doors, The Eagles, Aerosmith, Black Sabbath, The Clash, The Cure

The godfathers of heavy metal, Black Sabbath's riff-heavy rock laid the foundation for metal as we know it today.

The Who

Pearl Jam, Guns N' Roses, Pink Floyd, The Beatles, The Kinks, Radiohead, The Jimi Hendrix Experience, The Doors, The Eagles, Aerosmith, Black Sabbath, The Clash, The Cure

Known for their high-energy performances, The Who's rock anthems like 'Baba O'Riley' and 'My Generation' have left an unforgettable mark.

The Clash

Pearl Jam, Guns N' Roses, Pink Floyd, The Beatles, The Kinks, Radiohead, The Jimi Hendrix Experience, The Doors, The Eagles, Aerosmith, Black Sabbath, The Clash, The Cure

Punk pioneers, The Clash's politically-charged lyrics and punk rock sound have inspired generations.

The Cure

Pearl Jam, Guns N' Roses, Pink Floyd, The Beatles, The Kinks, Radiohead, The Jimi Hendrix Experience, The Doors, The Eagles, Aerosmith, Black Sabbath, The Clash, The Cure

The Cure, fronted by the legendary Robert Smith, are renowned for their unique blend of post-punk and gothic rock. With hits like 'Lovesong' and 'Just Like Heaven,' they've maintained a dedicated following and an unmistakable sound.

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