Popular rock bands of the 70s and 80s. Foreign rock bands of the eighties

80s era " New wave"(term meaning various genres rock music), rock music continues to enjoy success among a wide audience. And it was during this period that numerous rock bands gained popularity and appeared. And towards the end of the 1980s, rock became the largest, most commercially successful genre of music in the United States and throughout the world. Below is a list of the ten best rock bands of the 80s.

Metallica is an American thrash/heavy metal band characterized by fast tempos, instrumental mastery, and aggressive guitar solos. It was founded on October 15, 1981 in Los Angeles, California, USA. After two years in the underground scenes and recording several demos, the band gained fame in 1983 after the group released their first album, Kill 'Em All. In total, Metallica has released 12 studio albums as of 2015, which have sold more than 130 million copies worldwide, making it one of the most commercially successful metal bands.

Journey is a rock band formed by former members of Santana and Frumious Bandersnatch in February 1972 in San Francisco, USA. The group became commercially successful between 1978 and 1987, after which they temporarily disbanded, having sold more than 80 million copies of their albums worldwide and more than 47 million in the United States. During this period, the group released a string of hits, including the 1981 hit "Don't Stop Believin", which in 2009 became the most streamed track in iTunes history among songs released in the 20th century. Journey's most successful albums are Escape (1981) and Frontiers (1983). In total, the group released 17 albums, of which two were gold, eight multi-platinum and one diamond album.

Iron Maiden - British rock band, founded by bass guitarist Steve Harris in late 1975, had a significant influence on the development of metal. They are one of the largest, most successful and best-selling (over 100 million copies worldwide) heavy metal bands of all time. And its lead singer, Bruce Dickinson, is considered by many to be one of the best heavy metal vocalists in history. In total, the team released 16 studio albums in 2015, the last of which The Book of Souls.

Iron Maiden has its own mascot, a symbol named "Eddie", who is featured on all of the band's album covers and is also featured in the scenery at all of their concerts.

U2

In seventh place on the list best rock bands Set in the 1980s is U2, an Irish rock band from Dublin founded on September 25, 1976. They were teenage musicians at the time. mediocre. However, four years later, the musicians signed a contract with Island Records and released their debut album, Boy. In total, the band released 14 studio albums, selling more than 170 million copies worldwide. As of 2015, the group has won 22 Grammy Awards, more than any other group in the world. U2 also ranks 22nd on the “100” list. greatest performers of all times." Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

Def Leppard is a British rock band formed in 1977 in Sheffield. The group debuted with the album “On Through the Night” in 1980, and the peak of its popularity came from 1984-1989, when the platinum albums “Pyromania” and “Hysteria” were released. The team released 11 studio albums in 2015, which sold more than 100 million copies worldwide. The rock band is ranked 70th on the list of the 100 Greatest Artists of All Time. In 1995, Def Leppard was included in the Guinness Book of Records as the only performers to perform on three continents in one day.

Van Halen is an American hard rock band formed in 1972 in Pasadena, California. Immediately after the release of their debut album, Van Halen, the band became world famous, but their most popular album (both in terms of sales and chart positions) is considered the sixth studio album called "1984". In total, the team released 12 albums, selling more than 80 million copies worldwide. Van Halen is ranked #7 on the list of the 100 Greatest Hard Rock Artists of All Time. Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

AC/DC

AC/DC is an Australian rock band formed in Sydney in November 1973 by brothers Malcolm and Angus Young. Two years later, in 1975, their first album, “High Voltage,” was released. And in 1980, the band recorded their most popular album, “Back in Black,” which sold more than 64 million copies worldwide. In total, AC/DC has sold over 200 million albums worldwide. The band is one of the most influential in the hard rock genre and is known for simple melodies consisting of three (or four) chords. Unlike most hard rock bands, AC/DC avoids long guitar solos and effects.

Bon Jovi - American rock band, formed in New Jersey in 1983. He is one of the most successful representatives of the glam metal style. The band achieved worldwide popularity only with the release of their third album, “Slippery When Wet,” released in 1986. As of 2015, Bon Jovi has released 12 studio albums, 5 compilations and 2 live albums, selling more than 100 million copies worldwide. In 2010, the group topped the list of the most profitable touring acts of the year, according to which tickets were sold totaling $201.1 million during their The Circle Tour.

Guns N' Roses

Guns N' Roses are an American hard rock band from Los Angeles, formed in 1985. The band rose to popularity in the late 1980s and early 1990s with the release of their first full-length album, Appetite for Destruction, in 1987, which is the most commercially successful debut album in rock and roll history according to the RIAA. Guns N' Roses released 6 studio albums, selling more than 100 million copies worldwide, including 45 million in the United States.

Queen

Queen is considered the best rock band of the 80s. This is a British rock band, founded in London in 1970. On July 13, 1973, the group released its debut self-titled album, thanks to which it gained fame in its homeland. However, the real sensation and world fame came from the 1975 album “A Night at the Opera,” which is still considered greatest work Queen. In England, this album went four times platinum. In total, the team released 18 studio albums and sold more than 300 million copies worldwide.

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Joe Dasen. French singer born in New York.

Parisian with an American passport. He had everything - recognition, talent, the love of millions.
Traditional white suit. Velvet voice and enveloping smile. The benevolent, pacifying appearance of a harmonious and successful person. This is how the whole world came to know and love the talented French singer Joe Dassin.

Gilla - Disco singer from Austria. Gained enormous popularity in 1977 after the release of the album on English language"Zieh mich aus" and the super hit Johnny o e (Johnny).

Francois Claude. One of the first performers of songs in the disco style. He is known for his sequin-covered suits, impeccably coiffed hair and frantic dance routines with his dance group, the Claudettes. Gained fame in the early 60s. In the late 70s he was called the King of French Disco. / The singer died from electric shock in his bathroom on March 11, 1978 at the age of 39. But since then, “Clodomania” has only intensified - hundreds of loyal Klo-Klo fans rush to the dance floor as soon as they hear the first chords of their idol’s legendary hit - “Alexandrie Alexandra”!

Amanda Lear - French pop singer and actress. She sang mostly in English. From the age of 20 she was brought into the world by the great artist Salvador Dali. Amanda began her singing career when she was closer to 30 and thanks to her talent as a composer David Bowie immediately became famous. Her hits “Queen from Chinatown”, “Black Lady” and others more than once occupied the top of the charts in Europe.

Mireille Mathieu - French famous pop singer, whose career peaked in the 70s. At the beginning of her work, she was called the second Edith Piaf, but thanks to her wonderful voice and talent, Mireille became the symbol and pride of France.

Raffaella Carra - Italian pop singer and film actress. Before singing career starred in TV series, but the song recorded by Rafaella for one TV show received explosive success, which marked the path of the 27-year-old actress. The albums recorded by Raffaella were a great success, and songs one after another crowded to the top of the Italian charts.

Cher - American singer, actress, top model and producer. The first fame came in 1965, when Sherelin performed the song “I remember you as a child.” After this triumph, Cher never left the pedestal of fame. The 70s were especially creative for Cher. The owner of many international awards Cher was also the producer of the young Michael Jackson.

Tina Turner(at birth Anna Mae Bullock) - American singer, songwriter, actress and dancer. Winner of eight Grammy awards. For her artistry, temperament and stage expressiveness, she bears the title of “Queen of Rock and Roll”. Tina is listed in the top ten best dancers peace. Magazine " Rolling Stone"called her one of greatest singers modernity.

Sir Roderick David "Rod" Stewart - British singer and a songwriter who rose to prominence first with The Jeff Beck Group and then with The Faces. Best of luck Rod Stewart achieved success as a solo artist, mainly in the UK, where 7 of his albums reached number one on the UK Albums Chart, and out of 62 hit singles, 22 were in the top ten. Q magazine lists "100 greatest singers"(English) 100 Greatest Singers) Rod Stewart is ranked 33rd.

Sheila - Popular French pop singer of the 60s - 70s. Her debut with the song "When It All Ends" was an explosive success in France. In the late 60s and early 70s, Sheila recorded several albums in English, which were very popular in the old world.

Bonnie Tyler(Bonnie Tyler) - English singer 70s - 80s. Fame came in 1975 with the song “Stay in France,” which did not leave the top ten charts in Europe for a month. The most popular song Bonnie "He" mental pain(It’s A Heartache)", which took first place in Europe and the USA.

Baccarat (Spanish) Baccara listen)) are a Spanish girl pop group from the 1970s and 1980s. She is known worldwide for her hits “Cara Mia”, “Yes Sir, I Can Boogie”, “Sorry I’m A Lady”. The group is named after a variety of rose, which serves as the group’s logo.

Eagles(reads Eagles, translated from English.  

- “The Eagles”) is an American rock band performing melodic guitar-driven country rock and soft rock. During its ten years of existence (1971-81), it topped the American pop singles chart (Billboard Hot 100) five times and the album chart four times (Billboard Top 200). And this composition is an all-time masterpiece. Barbra Streisand is an American singer and actress who has also achieved success as a composer, director, producer and political activist. Winner of two Oscars in the categories " Best Actress " and "Best original song ", as well as Emmy, Grammy and Golden Globe awards. Streisand is considered one of the most commercially successful women modern show business. This is the only artist who led with his albums Billboard

200 in the 1960s, 1970s, 1980s, 1990s, 2000s and 2010s. In total, more than 145 million copies of her records have been sold worldwide. The British group Pink Floyd has retained fans all over the world for more than thirty years of its existence. Pink Floyd formed in the mid-1960s in London. Its members were guitarist and singer Syd Barrett, bassist Roger Waters, keyboardist Rick Wright and drummer Nick Mason.

Bad Boys Blue- a Eurodisco group formed in Cologne in 1984, which during its history has released about 30 hit singles that hit the charts in many countries around the world, including the USA.

The group is based in the UK.

Well, we don’t even need to talk about the most famous group, the Beatles.

The Beatles ("The Beatles", separately the members of the ensemble are called the “Beatles”, they are also called the “Magnificent Four” and the “Fab Four”) - a British rock band from Liverpool, founded in 1960, which included John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison and Ringo Starr . Stuart Sutcliffe, Pete Best and Jimmy Nicol also performed in the group at various times. Most of The Beatles' compositions were co-authored and signed by John Lennon and Paul McCartney. The group's discography includes 13 official studio albums, released in 1963-1970, and 211 songs.

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Five Star- English pop group that achieved worldwide popularity in the mid-80s. The group was formed in 1983 by manager Buster Pearson, who decided to create English version famous American team Jackson's Five. The group included five of his children. Denise(main soloist), Doris...

Rock music, as we know, originated and began its development in the West. Therefore, it is not surprising that music lovers who want to thoroughly study the history of the genre turn to the last century. After all, it was then that the pillars of rock music appeared, whose works are not outdated to this day.

Hard rock appeared in the 70s, followed by metal, which, in turn, became the boss of many others. musical styles. To a modern music lover, it may seem that the sound of guitars of that period is not too “heavy”. This is due to the fact that technical progress does not stand still. Therefore, later the musicians managed to achieve a more congested sound. But their contribution to the development of hard rock can hardly be overestimated, because the foundations of the style were laid precisely during that period.

Long list of most best performers This genre is headed by:

• Deep Purple (Deep Purple).
• Led Zeppelin ( Led Zeppelin).
• Black Sabbath.

Deep Purple - their 1970 album became a world milestone, which marked the “maturation” of the style. “In Rock” traveled all over the world, amazing listeners with its innovative approach. The songs did not last three minutes, as was customary, but much longer. They had a complex harmonic series. The center of the composition was guitar solos, consisting of complex riffs. The lyrics made me think. What was also new was that each member of the musical group performed a solo part, which raised the sound to a new height.

Led Zeppelin - they learned a lot from the founder of the genre, the British from the Krem group, who were the first to decide to bring the sounds of the electric guitar to the fore. But the Ledas didn't just copy, they conquered the world with their new dramatic sound. Rhythm and blues was taken as a basis. Until now, the sound of the tracks cannot be confused with any other group.

Black Sabbath - several Britons who gathered in the late 60s, laid the foundation for the development of not only the style of heavy metal, but also doom (it is characterized by slow pace and increased darkness). The group was so popular that farewell tour took place only at the beginning of 2017. The records were replicated in millions. In just a couple of years, the team managed to publish 4 albums, which became the program for many styles - psychedelic, blues-rock, heavy metal, etc.

Shocking "Kiss"

The main participants met in New York in the early 70s. They were looking for a new sound, trying to make musical career. The name was invented by chance; subsequently many people searched for it hidden meaning, accusing young people of either Nazism or serving Satan. All these attacks were rejected by the project leaders.

"Kiss" is widely known for that each musician applied bright, unusual makeup (mostly in black and white) before the performance. The images changed in detail over time, but became a signature group of cards. As well as various tricks that were designed to turn the concert into a memorable show:

• D. Simmons spewed “blood” (tinted liquid) or fire (it was real, once the artist accidentally set his hair on fire), he was lifted above the stage;
• During the solo, E. Frehley's guitar glowed, emitted smoke, and sparkled;
• Drummer P. Criss floated in the air right along with the drums;
• P. Stanley smashed his guitar and surprised the audience with acrobatic jumps, while he wore high platform shoes.

After several failed albums, Kiss managed to achieve recognition - by the end of the 70s they released several gold and platinum records. The group became one of the most commercially successful in the whole world, only slightly inferior in popularity to the Beatles. The musicians received a star on the Walk of Fame in Los Angeles. It was the shocking appearance of the participants in “The Kiss” that greatly influenced the Japanese rockers, the result was the appearance of “ visual style" “Kiss” still successfully tours around the world, regularly coming to Russia.

"Queen" of hearts

But not all foreign music of that period was “difficult”. Great Britain, which gave birth to a lot of talented performers, became the birthplace of glam and pop rock. The brightest representatives of this genre were the group “Queen”, which gained worldwide recognition. This was largely thanks to lead singer Farrukh Staffel, better known as Freddie Mercury. He was not only the frontman, but also ideological inspirer.

A real sensation in the world of music was caused by the album “Night at the Opera,” released in 1975. It is still considered one of the best in history and is included in the list of the greatest albums of all time.

It is very difficult to specifically determine musical genre, in which Queen worked, because their compositions were often experimental. Some songs remind classical music, in some places you can hear the influence of jazz, pop style, etc. But there are several characteristic features:

• the choir, which includes all Queen musicians;
• parts of different voices recorded by one soloist (in “Bohemian Rhapsody” you can hear more than a hundred tracks that Mercury had to record).

In 1991, Freddie died, but the group continued its activities. The first soloist of “The Queen” is one of the hundred greatest singers in the whole world.

AC and DC current

This is exactly how the name AC/DC is translated - it is a rock band from Australia that began its activity in the early 70s. The style is defined as blues rock, rock and roll and hard rock. The team became so successful that it exists to this day. Characteristics The sounds are the parts of the lead guitarist and the rhythm guitar, which are distorted using technical means.

The composition changed quite often, but this did not affect the group's world fame. The Young brothers, Angus and Stephen, were and remain regular participants. The music of AC/DC influenced many later musicians, including Metallica, Nirvana, Korn, etc. In its homeland, it still remains unsurpassed. The group recorded many successful albums, soundtracks, and was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Several cities have streets named after AC/DC.

Bad Boys from Boston

Aerosmith is another long-living group performing rock and roll, glam rock, and hard rock. Formed in the 70s by Steve Tyler and a couple of his friends. They considered Boston a good base for a new team - which is why they are sometimes called natives of this city. In the early 80s, when the band had already formed and had a number of successful albums, difficult times came. The cause was drugs, which killed many talented people.

At first, the group was often compared to the Rolling Stones, although this was based only on the external similarity of their lead singers.

In terms of the number of records sold, Aerosmith has no equal on the American continent. They received many music awards and were included in the top 100 bands around the world according to VH1. It is a rare case that the composition has remained virtually unchanged since its founding. The musicians toured a lot, but in 2016 it was announced that in 2017 their public performance will be completed.

"Scorpios"

Scorpions originated in Germany, but since they performed their songs in English, they initially met with misunderstanding from journalists. Their lyrical ballads were ridiculed because a completely different style was popular in the country at that time. Despite the difficult times, the musicians believed in success. They invested all the money in the common cause.

After entering the international level, not everything went smoothly either. The British at first did not like immigrants from Germany, this was due to hostility on political grounds. But the musicians continued to stick to their line. Today their style is recognized all over the world - melodic vocals, virtuoso guitar solos, powerful riffs.

The Scorpions' songs soon became so popular overseas that the artists decided to go to America. The 80s were a triumphant time for them - tours across the continent, concerts in Madison Square. At the same time, the musicians managed to avoid the craze for drugs. They continued successful work.

The constant members of the group are vocalist Clown Meine, guitarists Rudy Schenker and Matt Yabs. In 2015, the band celebrated its 50th anniversary: ​​a new studio album, the 18th in a row, was released, and a series of concerts were held around the world, including in Russia.

Conclusion

Development modern music builds on the foundation laid by different groups. Many of them showed not only originality, but also the ability to maintain popularity over the decades, so that today no one calls rock music “superficial” and “frivolous.” Some of the groups that originated in the last century are successfully touring today. Foreign rock had a powerful influence on most Russian artists, so everyone who considers themselves a music lover needs to listen and know it.

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The 80s became the era of the "New Wave" - ​​when various genres of rock music appeared. Today, rock is still popular all over the world. Both adults and teenagers listen to him. The hits that appeared almost 40 years ago are still loved and occupy an important place in the soul of almost every person. Rock will never die. We present to your attention 13 of the most best groups who gave our world amazing music.

1. Journey

Journey is an American rock band formed by former members of Santana in 1973. Between 1978-1987, the group sold 80 million copies of their albums worldwide. Journey's most successful albums are "Escape" (1981) and "Frontiers" (1983). And the most famous hit, which is familiar to many, is “Don’t Stop Believin” from 1981.

2. Metallica

Metallica is an American metal band that formed in 1981. This group became famous in 1983 after they released their first album, “Kill ‘Em All.” Their most famous hits"For Whom the Bell Tolls" and "Master of Puppets" will forever remain in our hearts.

3. The Cure

The Cure are a British rock band that formed in 1976. Throughout its existence, the members of the group constantly changed and only frontman Robert Smith remained the only constant member of the group. The most famous singles of this British group are “Just Like Heaven” (1987), “Friday I’m in Love” (1992) and “Love song” (1989).

4. Bon Jovi

Bon Jovi is an American rock band that formed in 1983. In the 1980s, this group's hits were heard in every bar in America. The band achieved worldwide popularity after the release of their third album, “Slippery When Wet,” in 1986.

5. Foreigner

Foreigner is an American rock band formed in 1976. Some of this group's greatest hits rocked the 80s. Among them were "Urgent" (1981) and "Waiting for a Girl Like You" (1981). Their most successful single appeared in 1984, entitled “I Want to Know What Love Is.”

6. Depeche Mode

Depeche Mode is a British electronic rock band that formed in 1980. This is one of the most successful groups peace. It is difficult to determine the best and most popular hits of this group, but still we will indicate here some amazing songs: “Never Let Me Down Again” (1987), “Stripped” (1986), “Just Can’t Get Enough” (1981).

7. Duran Duran

Duran Duran is a British pop rock band formed in 1978. The group became famous not only for its unforgettable singles (“Hungry Like The Wolf" (1982) and "The Wild Boys" (1984)), but also the controversial music videos that became popular on MTV in the early 80s.

8. Def Leppard

Def Leppard is a British rock band formed in 1977. The group became popular in 1983 - 1989, when the platinum albums "Pyromania" (1983) and "Hysteria" (1987) were released. The most successful singles of their entire career are considered to be “Love Bites” (1987), “Pour Some Sugar On Me” (1987), “Armageddon It” (1987).

9. Guns N' Roses

Guns N' Roses is an American hard rock band that formed in 1985. The group became famous after releasing the album "Appetite for Destruction" in 1987. Their best hits, heard all over the world, are “Sweet Child O" Mine" (1987), "Welcome to the Jungle" (1987), "Paradise City" (1987).

10.AC/DC

AC/DC is an Australian rock band that formed in 1973. Despite the fact that the group appeared in the 70s, it only became popular when one of its best-selling albums was released in 1980, "Back in Black". AC/DC is the most successful and famous rock band in the world.

11.U2

U2 is an Irish rock band that was formed in 1976 by teenage musicians. Four years later they released their debut album "Boy". But the album “The Joshua Tree” (1987), which is one of the greatest rock albums, brought them worldwide fame and recognition.

12. The Police

The Police are a British rock band that formed in 1977. The group became internationally famous in the early 1980s and their album "Synchronicity" (1983) reached number one in the UK and US charts. The group broke up in 1984, but before that they managed to give the world such amazing hits as “Every Breath You Take” (1983) and “Don’t Stand So Close to Me” (1980).

13. Queen

Queen is a British rock band that was founded in 1970. This group became one of the most successful groups in the history of rock music. It became famous in the mid-70s, but the group gained worldwide fame in the early 80s, when they released the album "The Game" (1980) and such a great hit as "Another One Bites the Dust" (1980).