Top 10 Most Underrated Classic Rock Bands
The Who is an English rock band formed in London, England in 1964. The most recognizable lineup was Roger Daltrey (lead vocals), Pete Townshend (guitar), John Entwistle (bass guitar), and Keith Moon (drums). They are best known for their live performances and hit songs Baba O'Riley, My Generation, and Won't Get Fooled Again. Some noted achievements were their rock operas, Tommy (album), Quadrophenia... read more Clueless people tend to know The Beatles, the Stones and Led Zeppelin but not The Who even though The Who are arguably as great as those other 3 bands so that's why I would say a little under-rated.
Underrated? Are you kidding? You go to any record store and you will find records of " The Who ". That's not what I really call underrated.
Everybody knows these guys, it's just that they don't get the credit they deserve in my humble opinion!
Badfinger was a British rock band that, in their most prolific lineup, consisted of Pete Ham, Mike Gibbins, Tom Evans, Joey Molland and Bob Jackson. This band didn't find as much success as they deserved. Badfinger was a really solid group, and certainly on par with groups like The Who and Elton John's band. Pete Ham, Tom Evans and Joey Molland were extremely talented songwriters. Criminally underrated band, packed every bit as much punch (if not more) as other British bands at the time.
Day after day, Without you, Lonely you such beautiful songs, but alas, nobody knows about them
Creedence Clearwater Revival, often shortened to Creedence and abbreviated as CCR, was an American rock band active in the late 1960s and early 1970s. Everyone knows about songs such as "Fortunate Son" but not many have heard of the band itself
One of the Greatest and Most underrated Bands of all time. Still has a dedicated audience.
Greatest band of all time
The Yardbirds are an English rock band formed in London in 1963 that had a string of hits during the mid-1960s, including "For Your Love", "Heart Full of Soul" and "Over Under Sideways Down". Their guitarist lineup was pretty impressive; first Eric Clapton, then Jeff Beck, then Jimmy Page.
Brought to life the careers of Jeff Beck, Jimmy Page, and Eric Clapton.
The Replacements were an American rock band formed in Minneapolis, Minnesota in 1979. Initially a punk rock band, they are considered one of the pioneers of alternative rock. The absolute best!
The Band was a Canadian-American roots rock group formed in 1965 . Which originally consisting of Rick Danko (bass guitar, double bass, fiddle, vocals), Levon Helm (drums, mandolin, guitar, vocals), Garth Hudson (keyboards, saxophones, trumpet), Richard Manuel (piano, drums, vocals) and Robbie Robertson ...read more.
The Moody Blues were an English rock band. They first came to prominence playing rhythm and blues music, but their second album, Days of Future Passed, which was released in 1967, was a fusion of rock with classical music and established them as pioneers in the development of art rock and progressive rock.
The Beach Boys are an American pop rock band formed in Hawthorne, California in 1961. The group's original lineup consisted of brothers Brian, Dennis, and Carl Wilson, their cousin Mike Love, and their friend Al Jardine. Most critics will agree, as well as many musical artists, but many people take for granted Brian Wilson's contributions to music
The Doors were an American rock band formed in 1965 in Los Angeles, with vocalist Jim Morrison, keyboardist Ray Manzarek, guitarist Robby Krieger and drummer John Densmore. Not exactly under-rated, as they are very justifiably considered to be one of the greatest rock bands of all time, although for some reason their stock is not as high in the UK as it is in the US.
Yes, they are truly amazing.
The Allman Brothers Band was an American rock band formed in Jacksonville, Florida in 1969 by brothers Duane Allman and Gregg Allman, as well as Dickey Betts, Berry Oakley, Butch Trucks, and Jai Johanny "Jaimoe" Johanson.Best band ever. If you see them live you'll know what I mean. They are AWESOME!
The Monkees were an American rock and pop band originally active between 1966 and 1971, with reunion albums and tours in the decades that followed. I had to give my vote to The Monkees, because most people don't give them credit for being artists.
They came into their own and 50 years produced one of their best albums
I love the Monkees! Mike Nesmith was my favorite one in the band.
Totally underrated
Uriah Heep are an English rock band formed in London in 1969 that was one of the top rock bands in the early 1970s. Twelve of the band's albums have made it to the UK Albums Chart (Return to Fantasy reached No. 7 in 1975). Uriah Heep's distinctive features include a massive keyboard sound, strong vocal ...read more.
Buffalo Springfield was an American-Canadian rock band, formed in Los Angeles in 1966. Their original lineup included Stephen Stills, Dewey Martin, Bruce Palmer, Richie Furay, and Neil Young. Founding member Stephen Stills was rejected at the Monkees' auditions due to his bad teeth.
The Animals are an English band of the 1960s, formed in Newcastle upon Tyne, during the early part of the decade. Name an Animals song besides House of the Rising Sun.
Queen are an English rock band formed in London in 1970. The original lineup was Freddie Mercury (lead vocals, piano), Brian May (guitar, vocals), Roger Taylor (drums, vocals), and John Deacon (bass guitar, vocals). Before forming into Queen, Brian May and Roger Taylor had played together in a band named Smile. Freddie Mercury was a fan of Smile and encouraged them to experiment with more elaborate stage and recording techniques. He then joined the band in 1970, suggested "Queen" as a new band name, and adopted his familiar stage name. John Deacon was also recruited to complete the line-up. ...read more. They're overrated and underrated at the same time. They're overrated in the way that people only really listen to some of their big hits and only consider them good cause of songs like Bohemian Rhapsody, We Will Rock You, and some more. Queen frequently rank within the top 10 or top 5 rock bands of all time, rightfully so, but not because of this. They're overrated in that sense; but they're also underrated, with Brian May as an underrated guitarist, Roger Taylor as an underrated drummer, and John Deacon as a SEVERELY underrated bassist. They have many amazing songs that aren't just hit singles, and some of the best albums made. In reality, they're not one of the best bands because Freddie Mercury is great and they made Bohemian Rhapsody and other great tunes; they're one of the best bands because Freddie Mercury, Brian May, John Deacon, and Roger Taylor are all amazing, and they've made some of the best rock songs and albums ever.
I'm a massive fan but I wouldn't say they are underrated. Well, compared to Led Zeppelin and the Beatles, Queen might be underrated though.
Dire Straits were a British rock band formed in 1977 by Mark Knopfler, his younger brother David Knopfler, John Illsley, and Pick Withers.
Pink Floyd are an English progressive rock band formed in 1965 in London, England. They achieved international acclaim with their progressive and psychedelic music. The band consisted of 5 members - David Gilmour (Vocals and Guitar), Syd Barrett (Vocals and Guitar), Nick Mason (Drums), Roger Waters (Vocals and Bass), and Richard Wright (Vocals and Keyboard). Barrett was replaced by Gilmour in 1968. ...read more. They're probably my all time favorite band, but they're not really underrated.
The Cars were an American rock band that emerged from the new wave scene in the late 1970s. The band originated in Boston, Massachusetts in 1976, with singer, rhythm guitarist and songwriter Ric Ocasek, singer and bassist Benjamin Orr, lead guitarist Elliot Easton, keyboardist Greg Hawkes and drummer ...read more.
Kiss, often styled as KISS, was an American rock band formed in New York City in 1973. The original members were Paul Stanley (vocals, rhythm guitar), Gene Simmons (vocals, bass guitar), Ace Frehley (lead guitar, vocals), and Peter Criss (drums, vocals).Known for their face paint and stage outfits, the group rose to prominence in the mid-1970s. Their shock rock-style live performances featured... read more
One of the best 80's post punk bands everyone should hear!