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Jul 24, 2023 · 1970: The Year in Rock Music. The 1960s began with crooners like Paul Anka, Connie Francis and Frankie Avalon populating the top 10 of the Billboard singles chart, and ended with the Beatles, Led Zeppelin and Creedence Clearwater Revival.
Feb 22, 2024 · An exploration of the top 70s rock bands, and the diversity and innovation that defined each band's legacy, characterizing classic rock in the 1970s.
- Stevie Wonder
- Led Zeppelin
- Elton John
- Pink Floyd
- The Rolling Stones
- Eagles
- Marvin Gaye
- Queen
- James Brown
- The Who
Genres: Soul, pop R&B, funk, jazz Stevie Wonder Circa 1973 Image source: Motown Records In 1970, Stevie Wonder turned 20 years old. Having been a professional recording artist signed to Motown since 1961, Stevie was already a veteran of the industry. During the 1970s, Stevie released a total of eight studio albums with five tracks reaching number 1...
Genres: Hard rock, blues rock, folk rock, heavy metal Led Zeppelin on stage Chicargo Statium 1975 Image source: Tony Morelli Led Zeppelin was a 4-piece 70s rock band whose career spanned 12 years from 1968 to 1980. Sadly the band broke up due to the passing of drummer John Bonham in October 1980. The cause of death was asphyxiation from vomit after...
Genres: Rock, pop rock, glam rock, soft rock, rhythm and blues Sir Elton Johnhas sold more than 300 million records, making him one of the best-selling musicians internationally, ever. During the 1970s, Elton John released a total of 12 studio albums (this excludes compilations, soundtracks, etc), six of which made it to number 1 in the Billboard 2...
Genres: Progressive, rock, art rock, psychedelic rock Pink Floyd performing 1973 shortly before releasing Dark Side of the Moon Image source: Erik Calonius Pink Floyd started out as a 5-piece British rock band formed in London, 1965. By 1970, Pink Floyd were a 4-piece due to lead singer and guitarist, Syd Barrett left in 1968 due to mental health i...
Genres: Rock, blues, rock and roll Mick Jagger of The Rolling Stones in concert at Zuiderpark, Netherlands May, 29th 1976 Image source: Bert Verhoeff / Anefo The Rolling Stones are an British rock band formed in 1963. Since forming the group, there have been several members come and go with only Mick Jagger (lead vocals) and Keith Richards (lead gu...
Genres: Rock, country, rock, soft rock, folk rock Eagles Best of My Love single cover – Released 1974 The Eaglesare a 5-piece American rock band formed in Los Angeles 1971. The band released a total of 7 studio albums, 6 of which were released during the 1970s. Three of their 1970s albums made it to number 1 in the US Billboard 200 album charts. Fi...
Genres: R&B, soul, psychedelic soul, funk, jazz, pop Marvin Gaye Marvin Gaye is an American singer/songwriter from Washington DC. By 1970, at the age of 31, Gaye already had 9 years of experience in the music industry. Between 1970 and 1979, Marvin Gaye released a total of six studio albums including the famous Let’s Get It On which made it to numb...
Genres: Rock Queen performing in New Haven, Connecticut circa 1977 Image source: Carl Lender Queenwas a 4-piece 70s rock band formed in London in 1970. Founding members included Freddie Mercury (lead vocals, piano), Brian May (lead guitar), Roger Taylor (drums) and John Deacon (bass). Freddie Mercury is widely regarded as one of the greatest male v...
Genres: Funk, soul, rhythm and blues James Brown performing at Musikhalle of Hamburg, Germany February 1973 Image source: Heinrich Klaffs Referred to as “The Godfather of Soul”, James Brownis recognized as one of the greatest funk musicians in history. Between 1970 and 1979, Brown released 23 of his 63 studio albums. Sadly none of his 1970s album r...
Genres: Rock, hard rock, pop The Who live at Maple Leaf Gardens, Toronto, Canada October 21, 1976 (the last public gig with drummer Keith Moon) Image source: Jean-Luc Ourlin The Who are a British rock band formed in London in 1964. The band is widely regarded as one of the most influential rock bands of the 20th century. Founding members include Ro...
- Eagles. Eagles formed at the start of the '70s as Linda Ronstadt's backing group; by the end of the decade they were one of the biggest bands in the world.
- Lynyrd Skynyrd. The entire output of Lynyrd Skynyrd’s classic lineup was released during the ’70s, a daunting amount of material in a relatively short period of time.
- The Allman Brothers Band. The Allman Brothers Band are the rare act that became stars after releasing a live album. 'At Fillmore East' from 1971 was only their third overall, but it elevated them, and the burgeoning genre of Southern rock, into the limelight.
- Steely Dan. When the songs Donald Fagen and Walter Becker were creating as staff songwriters at ABC Records proved too weird for the label's roster of AM pop acts, they formed a band to put them out on their own.
Jun 15, 2024 · Discover the best 70s bands. Relive the era's iconic music and explore the legendary groups and artists that defined the sound of the 70s.
4 days ago · With their distinctive styles and unparalleled talent, these bands defined the soundtrack of a pivotal era in rock music. Examples like Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd, and the Eagles illustrate the remarkable diversity and impact of '70s rock bands.
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Dec 19, 2023 · I’ve compiled a list of the best 70s rock bands, groups that defined a decade with their groundbreaking sounds and unforgettable performances. This article is a tribute to the bands that shaped the 70s rock era, leaving a legacy that continues to influence music today.
