Classic Rock Pt. 2

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By Janetta


Yes, yes--here it is. Part two of the classic rock hub!  The final few bands on my favorites list. As I have said before, I had to narrow the list down quite a bit to fit it on a hub. Even using two hubs to do it, I still had to leave  out a lot of great bands. 

I also couldn't put up a video of every great song released by each band, either. I had to limit that to one or two. What I'm saying is, if there is a band missing or a great song not shown, it isn't always because I don't like them. I just picked my own personal best of the best.

Also, a little disclaimer of sorts I will include on all my music hubs--

          I am not going to repeat music. If a band is featured on this hub, that band won't be on another hub too. So if you don't see your favorites on this hub, keep in mind they may make an appearance later on. Just check back for more. :)


Lynyrd Skynyrd

 Who wouldn't have Lynyrd Skynyrd on their classic rock favorites list? I certainly do. Skynyrd has been around since 1970 and experienced highs with chart toppers and sold out shows and lows with the death of lead singer Ronnie Van Zant in 1977.

They've had a string of hits including Gimmie Three Steps, Tuesday's Gone, That Smell and the unforgettable rock anthems Free Bird and Sweet Home Alabama

After a plane crash on October 20, 1977 took the life of the band's lead singer, the group disbanded. They came back together in 1979 to preform Free Bird at volunteer concert.

In 1987, Ronnie Van Zant's younger brother Johnny became the bands new lead singer, and along with a few other band mate changes, the reconstructed Skynyrd is still going strong. They still go on tours on a fairly regular basis.


my favorite- Baba O' Reilly

The Who

 Definitly one of my favorite bands. I love The Who. I discovered them rather late in life, sadly. As with all on this list, they've had their share of hit songs and albums and some greats that are still favorites today.

The Who is an English rock band that formed in 1964 and included Kieth Moon, Roger Daltry, Pete Townshend and John Entwhistle

Some of their most well known singles include Who Are You, My Generation and I Can't Explain among others.

Following the death of Keith Moon in 1978 and the discovery that Pete Townshend was fighting a Heroin addiction in 1982, the band slightly disbanded and stopped touring briefly. They had a couple reunions in the eighties and nineties and have been touring rather frequently around the world since 2006.

They were named by Q magazine as one of the '50 Bands to See Before You Die'

 


Back In Black

AC/DC

Another band that I would love to see in concert! Call me crazy, but I like the screamy voice of Brian Johnson and the crazy school boy outfits of Angus Young.

The band formed in Sydney in 1973 and though they are classified as hard rock, they are considered to be the pioneers of heavy metal. Their bestselling album, Back In Black was released in 1980, shortly after the death of former lead singer, Bon Scott.

To date, the album has sold upwards of 45 million copies worldwide, 22 million copies in the US alone. It included the hits Hell's Bells, You Shook Me All Night Long and the title track.


Van Halen

 Van Halen has topped my list of favorite bands for quite a while. I'm a huge Eddie fan. As for David lee Roth vs Sammy Hagar...well...that's a secret ;)

If i put up a video for every Van Halen song I wanted to include, this hub would full of nothing but that. So, I'll compromise a little and only include two.

Their list of hits includes songs like Hot For Teacher, Panama, Dreams, When It's Love, and Runnin' With the Devil.

The band has had hits with both of their lead singers. David Lee Roth, who was with the band from 1974 until he left the band in 1985, was on board for Van Halen, Van Halen II, Women and Children First, Fair Warning, Driver Down and 1984

Sammy hagar, lead singer from 1985 until he was fired/quit in 1996, was a part of such albums as 5150, OU812, For Unlawful Carnal Knowledge and Balance

Both Hagar and Roth went on to have short lived solo careers and both would eventually reunite with the band. Currently Van Halen is working with Roth once again.


Bad Company

Ok...so maybe this one is a little bit of a shout out to a favorite hubber as well as a favorite band. But c'mon, how could I not include BadCo? ;)

Once again, I have to thank my dad for introducing them to me. Bad Company is one of his favorite bands and 10 from 6 has become one of my favorite albums.

Formed in 1973, the band released 12 albums between 1974 and 1996, as well as 3 live albums and 2 compilation albums.

Some of their hits include Bad Company, Feel Like Makin' Love and Can't Get Enough


Great Video

Queen

Queen came together in London in 1970. Their debut album was released in 1973 and dubbed 'superb' by Rolling Stone magazine.

In 1991, lead vocalist Freddie Mercury died from bronchial pneumonia, a complication of AIDS.

Following his death, the group never officially disbanded and the remaining members continue to work on various projects.

Their hit list is extensive and full of songs known and sung around the world. Few can say they don't know at least the first few bars and the chorus to We Will Rock You or We Are The Champions.

They had amazing success in the two decades they were together before Mercury's passing.

The list of hits goes on to include such greats as Bohemian Rhapsody, You're My Best Friend, Fat Bottomed Girls, Crazy Little Thing Called Love, Under Pressure, Another One Bites The Dust and I Want It All


Dire Straits

Dire Straits was a British rock band formed in 1977 by vocalist and lead guitarist Mark Knopfler and his younger brother David. The band name was chosen based on the bands poor financial situation, which quickly changed for the better after the release of thier first worldwide smash single Sultans of Swing.

They went on to produce a string of hits through the years including Romeo and Juliet and Money For Nothing which was the first music video played on MTV in Britain.

After a hiatus from 1987-1990 in which Knopfler worked on solo projects, the group reunited in 1991 and released a new album. Knopfler quietly dissolved the band again in 1995. As of yet, there are no more reunions scheduled.


Rolling Stones

An English rock band formed in 1962, currently comprised of Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Charlie Watts and Ronnie Wood, the Rolling Stones are about as iconic as it gets. From Jaggers notable voice to his on stage strutting to Richards' trademark cigarette and bandana, The Stones are easily recognized worldwide.

Entering the US during the 60's British Invasion, The Rolling Stones went on to release 24 studio albums and sell more than 200 million albums world wide.

Their hitlist is extensive and includes such famous tunes as:

Jumpin' Jack Flash, Brown Sugar, Angie, Beast of Burden, (I Can't get No) Satisfaction, Wild Horses, Time Is On My Side, Start Me Up and Sympathy For The Devil


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Mighty Mom profile image

Mighty Mom  says:
6 months ago

So, Janetta ... will there be a Part III or is this it? If it is "it" it's still a very comprehensive list. Bravo!! I was really glad to see Bad Company made your list -- I have always thought Paul Rogers had one of the sexiest voices in rock. And Dire Straights is another good addition.

Another musical trip back to our formative years. LOVED IT! MM

raiderfan profile image

raiderfan  says:
6 months ago

Hell Yeah!

Janetta profile image

Janetta  says:
6 months ago

Yes, MM- I do believe this is 'it' for the classic rock. I will probably be doing favorite rock bands next. In a bit, anyway. I need time to recoop from this one lol.

Glad you loiked it. And there was no way in heck I could have left off Bad Company or Dire Straits!! I only wish I could have added more songs from each...

Hey Raider! Nice to see ya ;)

badcompany99  says:
6 months ago

Omg I love this hub but not because you picked Bad Company but also one of my all time fav singles, the Whos " We won't get fooled Again". Jeeez I used to blast that one in my room as I hit the air guitar; )

Enjoy yer weekend, jeeeez that's my fav hub of yours, love it !!

Janetta profile image

Janetta  says:
6 months ago

Well I am glad you loved it BadCo ;) You should have seen me singing along with the vids while I searched!

Have a good weekend, too, hun! *MWAH*

badcompany99  says:
6 months ago

Oh I loved that for sure, back at ya x

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Janetta  says:
6 months ago

Always nice to see you happen around my neck of the hubwoods, BC.

All is still well I assume? ;)

badcompany99  says:
6 months ago

Apart from the fact that I went on a bender last night and was drunk as a skunk but it was my first in 7 days and well Thursdays are my mad crazy nights, but I am good and you young lady have put a smile on the Bads face ; )

Janetta profile image

Janetta  says:
6 months ago

well here's ya another one :D

And, hang in there--you're doing great and you will kick it..just a mater of time. I have every faith. xoxo

badcompany99  says:
6 months ago

You are a little star Janetta, you really are. Lunch is over for BC but I intend to go alcohol free over the weekend, cheers for your comments, you have no idea how much they mean to me, laters xox

Janetta profile image

Janetta  says:
6 months ago

always with love, Babe--enjoy the rest of your day! *hugs*

ralwus profile image

ralwus  says:
6 months ago

Good job and greater selections too. Kudos. Got to love those Brits. they changed Rock and Roll forever.

Janetta profile image

Janetta  says:
6 months ago

Thanks, C. Yeah...I noticed a bit of a trend while I was typing this one up. :)

shibashake profile image

shibashake  says:
6 months ago

My fav on this list would have to be Queen! Freddie Mercury was really quite amazing. Seemed like he always had 1000 ideas in his mind every second.

Janetta profile image

Janetta  says:
6 months ago

Oh yes, love Queen! As you can see, I couldn't even stick to my own rule and had to add a third song :D

Candie V profile image

Candie V  says:
6 months ago

Nice hub Janetta!! I was here but ran out of time to comment, so you got a thumbs up and now another!! Hugs!

Janetta profile image

Janetta  says:
6 months ago

Hey CV! Thanks babe! *hugs* back at ya--love ya!!

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tommywong  says:
6 months ago

Hi, Janetta, you had made a great side to people who MUSIC Digger like me, i like you, hope you can come out another classic rock hubs soon, truely looking forward.

TommyWong

Janetta profile image

Janetta  says:
6 months ago

Hey Tommy! I think I'm finished with the classic rock for now, but more music hubs to come soon!! Thanks for reading ;)

tommywong profile image

tommywong  says:
6 months ago

Hi Janetta: i am here and i am waiting,see you soon

tommywong

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Janetta  says:
6 months ago

Hang in there Tommy lol

CabinGirl  says:
6 months ago

I love Bad Company, they were good. You rock girl ; )

Janetta profile image

Janetta  says:
6 months ago

Thanks Cabin girl! I love Bad Company, too ;)

James A Watkins profile image

James A Watkins  says:
6 months ago

Outstanding selections! I have played literally dozens of songs by these artists. Covered them all. Loved them all. Saw four of them live. Thanks for the memories.

Janetta profile image

Janetta  says:
6 months ago

Hey James--four of them live?? you lucky dog...which ones??

James A Watkins profile image

James A Watkins  says:
6 months ago

Van Halen, Bad Company, Queen, and The Rolling Stones.

Janetta profile image

Janetta  says:
6 months ago

James, that is so unfair. I am so green right now! I think I would pee my pants if I got to see Van Halen. I would tackle Eddie. And I would be in sheer awe of the Rolling Stones!

James A Watkins profile image

James A Watkins  says:
6 months ago

They were all great, too.

bgamall profile image

bgamall  says:
6 months ago

Money for nothin and the chicks are free I always say:)

Janetta profile image

Janetta  says:
6 months ago

ain't it the truth bgamall lol

Ron Mariano profile image

Ron Mariano  says:
5 months ago

Wow. Yes of course. Rolling Stones, The Who, Van Halen and Queen should be on anyone's Classic Rock list. Great Hub!

Janetta profile image

Janetta  says:
5 months ago

Thanks Ron!! :D

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