Rockband wanted

Rock is of one of the most classic band compositions and is characterised by guitar riffs, strong vocals and catchy songs. The sound is usually rather rough and loud, but of course there are also rock ballads. A rock band usually includes guitar, bass, drums, vocals and sometimes a keyboard. In addition, rock has of course many different facets from pop rock to punk rock, all of which have their own characteristics. By the way, you can find an interesting article on modern rock music here on our blog.

There is no one inventor of rock music. However, there are musicians who have shaped and developed the musical style. Elvis Presley is at the forefront. But also greats like Bill Haley, Chuck Berry, Little Richard, Jerry Lee Lewis or Buddy Holly belong to the early rock greats.

The beginnings of rock music can largely be located in the 60s. Musicians like Elvis turned rock'n'roll into a new music genre, which in time became established as rock music. It is also said that the origin of rock music is that the country music of white Americans, which was popular at that time, was mixed with the rhythm-and-blues style of black Americans. Besides Elvis, greats like Bill Haley, Chuck Berry and Buddy Holly shaped early rock music. At the latest with bands like the Rolling Stones, rock had then conquered the stages of the world. Over the years, rock music developed - and with it many different subgenres.

There are now numerous rock bands from the most diverse sub-genres in the world. To list them all here would definitely go beyond the scope. However, there are a few bands that have particularly shaped or are still shaping the style of rock. These include:

Again, we have to say first of all: it's a matter of taste! But there are bands whose success shows: they are among the most popular. The 10 most popular rock bands of all time are:

Among all the rock bands in the world, there are some that have sold an extraordinary number of records. However, three rock bands stand out once again with their success - namely:

1. The Beatles with around 1.3 billion records sold
2. Led Zeppelin with around 300 million records sold
3. Pink Floyd with around 250 million records sold

The Beatles are the undisputed number one of the richest rock bands. Even though the band is often classified in the pop genre, the Beatles are among the greatest rock bands in history. Paul McCartney alone is said to have an estimated fortune of 1.2 billion dollars.

This particular record was set by the band Metallica in 2013. Within one year, Metallica performed on every continent in the world. How did they do it? Through an invitation to Antarctica, where they played in a dome for 120 researchers who had previously won a competition. Two years later, Metallica even landed in the Guinness Book of Records. By the way, the band itself didn't even know that they had set a record with the 2013 tour until the entry.

Many bands change their lead singers over time. Sometimes because it doesn't fit any more, in other sad cases the frontmen of the bands have died or can no longer perform. That's why it's almost unusual that a rock band that has been on stage for many years hasn't had a change of singers since its foundation. One of the rock bands that can boast this characteristic is AC/DC. But Metallica and Aerosmith have also always remained true to their frontmen.

To be able to answer this question, you first have to decide what kind of rock music you want to make. More classic, more extreme hard rock or alternative rock? Once you have decided on a style, all you have to do is find a band that is looking for your instrument - or simply form a band yourself and look for suitable musicians, for example here on mukken. The most important thing is that you have to have the right character! Making music means many hours together in the rehearsal room, on stage and sometimes even in the tour bus. In the best case, your band will become your family - so choose carefully.