Rush

Rush is a Canadian progressive rock band, formed in 1968 with its current members consisting of : Geddy Lee (bassist, vocalist, keyboardist), Alex Lifeson (guitarist) and Neil Peart (drummer/lyricist). Rush is known for their complex songs, instrumental skills, science-fiction-y lyrics and loooooong songs. In my opinion, I think Rush is one of the best at what they do, and are extremely talented. Like really really really talented...

I consider Neil Peart one of the greatest, if not the greatest drummer of all time. Geddy Lee is also great at bass, and his vocals are what make the band instantly recognizable. And Alex LIfeson is an amazing guitarist, with very difficult and complex solos to prove it.

Rush has achieved massive success influencing tons of bands to come, ranging from many different genres. To this day, Rush is still recording and working on their 21st studio album, in these albums you hear the band experimenting with new styles of play, different genres and synth.

Here are a couple of clips i thought we're funny about rush...

South park intro to Tom Sawyer...

It aint easy being cheesy...

Spirit Of The Radio - Rush

Boston

Boston is an American rock band formed in 1975,  known all around the world as one of the best rock bands of their time. Their self-titled debut album came out in 1976, it was a huge success and the band earned popularity around the world. It was ranked the 2nd best selling debut album.

Since then the band released 4 more studio albums, Don't look back, Third Stage, Walk on and Corparate America...

In my opinion, I think that Boston is a great band to listen to, but honestly they're success was all from their debut album with hits like :  more then a feeling, smokin', foreplay/longtime etc.

Smokin' - Boston

Black Sabbath

Black Sabbath are a British rock band formed in 1968, the original members consisted of vocalist Ozzy Osbourne, drummer Bill Ward, guitarist Tony Iommi and bassist Geezer Butler. Black Sabbath is credited with being the original heavy metal band, basically creating the genre and new sound. They first started out as a hard rock/blues band but evolved with drop tuned guitars, horror themed lyrics, some screaming guitar solos, howled vocals, accented BASS and very impressive drumming to create the original Sabbath sound.

The band released their debut album Black Sabbath on Friday the 13th, 1970. The album did well, and was number 23 on the Billboard 200, where it stayed for a full year. The band went on to release 20+ studio albums...

Black Sabbath has been a massive influence for countless bands all around the world. In my opinion Black Sabbath is always great to listen to... 

Into the void - Black Sabbath

The Doors

The Doors were an American rock band that was formed in 1965 in LA California. The bands original members consisted of vocalist Jim Morrison, drummer John Densmore, keyboardist Ray Manzarek and guitarist Robby Krieger. The band was very controversial back in the 60's mainly due to Jim's crazy lifestyle, and very poetic lyrics.

They released their self-titled debut album in January 1967, "Light My Fire" was the single from the album that really sparked the beginning of the band's success. The Doors released 5 more studio albums before the tragic death of Jim Morrison in 1971, he was found dead in an apartment bathtub in Paris, no autopsy was performed.

The Doors, in my opinion, were a very unique and different band. Just when the hippie era was exploding, the doors were becoming one of the biggest bands of all time. They're music is awesome, poetic and very meaningful. If you haven't heard any of their music, your definitely missing out...

Break on Through - The Doors

Deep Purple

Deep Purple are an English rock band formed in 1968. They're known around the world as one of the god-fathers of heavy metal/hard rock. The band was formed in Hertford, the band's members currently consist of vocalist Ian Gillan, drummer Ian Paice, guitarist Steve Morse, bassist Roger Glover and keyboardist Don Airey. Deep Purple's been a giant influence on tons of bands all around the world. Deep purple combines different styles of genres like progressive rock, classic music, blues and psychedelic rock.

The band released their debut album Shades of Deep Purple in 1968, the album didn't do so well sales-wise in the UK, but in the US, the album was a huge success. Deep Purple went on to release 15 more studio albums including a couple live albums. My personal favorite album is Deep Purple in Rock

In my opinion, Deep Purple is one of the greatest bands of the era...

Black night - Deep Purple

Eric Clapton

Eric Clapton is known all around the world as one of, if not the greatest guitarist of all time...

Clapton, a former member of The Yardbirds aswell as Cream, has influenced tons of future guitarists to come. His guitar style is heavily blues-rock inspired.

In my opinion, Eric Clapton's solo work is far superior to the arrangments hes done with former band members. Classic's like : Layla, Tears in Heaven and Crossroads are masterpieces.

           

                                                                

Layla - Eric Clapton

The Rolling Stones

The Rolling Stones are an English rock band, formed in 1962 by guitarist Brian Jones, vocalist Mick Jagger, pianist Ian Stewart and guitarist Keith Richards. Drummer Charlie Watts and bassist Bill Wyman later joined to complete the lineup. Although these we're the original members, the lineup has changed since the bands formation and is currently as so : Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Charlie Watts and Ronnie Wood.

In a career thats filled with nearly half a century of rock n roll, The Rolling Stones have been estimated to have sold over 200 million albums worldwide, and have released more than 90 singles, 24 studio albums, and a ton of compilation and live albums... It's clear that The Rolling Stones have made a huge mark in rock and roll history.

Sympathy for the devil - The Rolling Stones