Who is the greatest rock band of all time? - Results & Rankings

Rock band known for anthems like 'Livin' on a Prayer'

Grunge band known for their powerful lyrics and live performances

Pioneering heavy metal band known for elaborate live shows

Pioneering band known for hits like 'Hey Jude' and 'Let It Be'

Alternative rock band known for their influential sound and 'Jane Says'

First punk rock band known for their fast songs and simple style

Rock band known for their hit 'Africa' and musicianship

Iconic rock band known for 'Paint It Black' and 'Satisfaction'

Known for their unique sound and politically charged lyrics

Progressive metal band known for complex compositions and themes

Famous for 'Sweet Home Alabama' and Southern rock anthems

Progressive rock band known for complex compositions and lyrics

Known for the classic rock anthem 'Smoke on the Water'

Thrash metal band founded by former Metallica guitarist Dave Mustaine

Progressive metal band known for their technical musicianship

Post-punk band known for their haunting sound and 'Love Will Tear Us Apart'

Iconic punk band known for their rebellious attitude and 'Anarchy in the U.K.'

Heavy metal band known for their twin guitar sound and leather style

Progressive rock band known for their storytelling and theatrical performances

Hard rock band known for their catchy hooks and 'Pour Some Sugar on Me'

Famous for rock anthems like 'Stairway to Heaven'

Hard rock band famous for 'Back in Black' and high-energy shows

Famous for theatrical performances and hits like 'Bohemian Rhapsody'

Pioneers of grunge music, known for 'Smells Like Teen Spirit'

Known for their blend of rock and blues, and hits like 'Dream On'

Funky rock band known for energetic performances and 'Californication'

Known for their debut album 'Appetite for Destruction'

Heavy metal band famous for 'Enter Sandman' and fast riffs

Pioneers of Southern rock, known for improvisational jams

Famous for their energetic performances and guitar work by Eddie Van Halen

Nu-metal band known for blending rock and rap in 'Hybrid Theory'

Synth-pop band known for dark themes and electronic sound

Influential indie band known for Morrissey's distinctive lyrics

Rock band known for their anthemic hits like 'Don't Stop Believin''

Revolutionary guitarist known for 'Purple Haze' and live performances

Innovative band known for their experimental sound and 'OK Computer'

Rock band known for hits like 'Every Breath You Take'

Rock band formed by Nirvana's drummer Dave Grohl

Pioneering progressive rock band known for their intricate music

Grunge band known for their dark themes and harmonies

Founders of progressive rock known for their innovative sound

Supergroup featuring Eric Clapton, known for blues-rock hits

Pioneers of punk rock known for their politically charged lyrics

Heavy metal band known for their groove metal sound and 'Walk'

Rock band known for their polished sound and hits like 'More Than a Feeling'

Known for concept albums like 'The Dark Side of the Moon'

Psychedelic rock band led by charismatic frontman Jim Morrison

Famous for their blend of rock and pop in 'Rumours'

Goth rock band known for hits like 'Just Like Heaven'

Punk rock band known for catchy songs like 'Pretty Fly (for a White Guy)'

Folk rock band known for their unique sound featuring flute

Rock band known for hits like 'I Want to Know What Love Is'

Known for rock operas and hits like 'My Generation'

Britpop band known for hits like 'Wonderwall' and 'Champagne Supernova'

Punk rock band known for their album 'American Idiot'

Heavy metal band known for their fast tempo and 'Ace of Spades'

Pioneers of grunge known for hits like 'Black Hole Sun'

Thrash metal band known for their aggressive sound and dark themes

Considered the originators of heavy metal music

Pioneers of alternative rock, known for 'Losing My Religion'

Known for their fusion of rap and rock with political messages

Irish rock band known for anthems like 'With or Without You'

Pop punk band known for their humorous lyrics and energetic sound

Rock band known for harmonies and hits like 'Hotel California'