Top 10 Best Modern Rock Bands

The Best Band Ever... The Combination of Rap and Rock or as you say ROCK AND HIP-HOP is truly unique and beautiful... Nothing Beats Linkin Park...

Mike Shinoda has got the best rapping skills(along with eminem of course) and his accent is just too good

Chester Bennington has got the voice...

Rob Bourdon, Brad Delson, Joe Hahn and Dave Farrell all rock

Here's a list... Randomly Ordered so don't care for spots
The Songs marked *(star) don't suit everyone

1. Blackbirds
2. Burning In The Skies
3. Waiting for the End
4. Wretches and Kings*
5. Irridescent
6. The Catalyst
7. When They Come for me*
8. We made it ft. Busta Rhymes
9. Dirt Off Your Shoulder, Lying From You ft JayZ
10.99 Problems ft Jayz
11. Numb/Encore ft. JayZ
12. Big Pimpin' Papercut ft Jayz*
13. Not Alone*
14. Papercut
15. One Step Closer
16. With You*
17. Points of Authority
18. Crawling
19. Runaway
20. By Myself
21. In The ...more - shouryat2b

Best rock band in the world... Also the most innovative, that's what I really like in them ;
Linkin Park ROCKS!
For those who hate lp, you know nuts... - rock1000

Linkin Park is just plain the best. Every single one of their songs is excellent. They actually put time and thought into their songs, they make it lyrically unique and awesome. The mixture of all the styles is just epic.

the best

The only band that meets my style of rock music;
reasonable lyrics
good vocal
bass
emotional
bad - ass
and sexiness

Come on guys they are much better than any of the bands available above it just listen to 1Animal I HAVE BECOME you will come to know they are simply the most talented but most underrated band
They the 21st century rock

their lyrics is awesome thier music is great... each of thier song will force you to bang your head... I just love them.

BEST BAND EVERRR!

I JUST LOVE BREAKING BENJAMIN they make damn great songs ever
Ben burnly has the best voice in life and that I am sure of

So many of their songs carry such a strong message... We can all relate to their music, we can all learn from what they have to say. Powerful.

Mindblowing band...
all albums are damn consistent... with almost each song a relic
variations are worth applauding
overall one of the very best
BB Forever

Simply an amazing band.

Avenged Sevenfold is the best bands of our generation in my opinion. I love everything they do, every album they make sounds different yet it is sounds great.

Everything thing they have ever done sounds exactly the same.

M. Shadows is the most epic man in the world. And he has the most amazing band ever... PERIOD!

Linkin park?
Those guys were great but now they suck.
I loved Linkin park but now I hate them. They are not creating music now, they are creating jokes. I listened to their recent album. It was rubbish. I wish they stop this nonsense. Now it is all about A7X. They make Metallica look like a little child. Their songs are great. Simply they are the best.

Is someone asking you?! Linkin Park & I think you really doesn't appreciate them, that's why your making rude things! Stop messing around & be happy because your favorite band is in number two! I don't want to insult you or something?! I just wanted to tell you my opinion and that's all! Please be happy to that! :-)

Nobody can play as good as a7x can...

Green Day are amazing, best punk-rock band ever, love em!

Doesn't matter if you think they are not punk. They are still the best live band I have ever seen. And I am 52 years old and have seen many concerts in my time.

Green Day is not just a typical rock band. Green Day's songs show more than typical lyrics that discusses common topics like love, loss and all those things. Some songs discuss these common topics but most stand out because they are a way of speaking out to the government. It is a way of protest.
Green Day is surely one of the greatest bands of this era.

Gee... imagine if Dylan and others had thought of using popular songs as a way of protest and/or social commentary. - Billyv

Great band. I love it how the red hot fans blame the youth for its popularity laugh out loud

The modern clash

Dave Grohl is the Man. The foos are without a doubt the best rock band around.

They are the best thing music has to offer since the grunge movement. Of course everybody is impressed with Dave Grohl's musicianship, but it's always their chemistry as a band that makes them be better than any contemporary band. They are not a band of posers, they do not pretend to represent a generation, and do not pretend they play are among the best in the world. They just get together and rock out, which is exactly what the other bands are lacking. Rock 'n roll isn't all about elaborate compositions and "the rock star lifestyle" and is best practiced when your friends are next to you - so that you do it for fun and for the love of the craft.

Long live Foo Fighters!

Every song is gold, especially the pretender, bridges burning, long road to ruin, learn to fly, and basically every song so never mind, but Wheels is fantastic. Dave Grohl is an insane drummer, songwriter, and singer, and he can get anyone pumped up any time and he's hilarious. The drummer is crazy good and the bass player and Chris and pat are just crazy man. The Foo FIGHTERS are by FAR the best band with all they're different, but amazing songs. J can't believe their #8 they should be #1 without a doubt. I mean really? Lincoln Park, they're okay but no where near the rock and roll hall if fame, legendary FOO FIGHTERS

Not more, not less.. The best Guys

The Red Hot Chili Peppers are the greatest band ever! They currently hold the world record for most number 1 hits on the alternative rock charts, and have, like Linkin Park, combined several different forms of music together. Funk, Punk, Alternative Rock, and Rap have all been genres they have written music in. They are the band of a generation. Hell, I'll even create a list of their greatest songs for all those out there that might want it: By the way, Can't stop, Venice Queen, Around the World, Scar Tissue, Purple Stain, Cabron, Higher Ground (Stevie Wonder Cover), Havana Affair (Ramones Cover), The Adventures of Raindance Maggie, Look Around, True Men Don't Kill Coyotes, Californication, Readymade, Purple stain, Under The Bridge, Save The Population, Give It Away, Even You Brutus? , Soul To Squeeze... Those are just a few off the top of my head. Just listen to them, and try no to J your pants.

just the best band ever, I listen RHCP since I was 10 years old and I still do!
so everybody listen to these guys, at least give it a try. In the beginning they could sound a bit weird but it's just best damn music on the planet!

None of the bands above have the flexibility, sound quality and groove that the Chili Peppers have. Their evolution since their first album to this year's The Gateway is a musical journey that sees them mature in their musical style and performance without letting go of their rocking and funking roots. And they can play anything. They can launch a hit song for the whole world to like, or really deep and more fragile songs. They are my favourite contemporary band.

Awesome band. Most current groups would not have done well during the "Golden Age", and having to compete with The Beatles, Rolling Stones, Doors, Cream, Hendrix, Who, etc, etc, but the RHCP would have been very popular back then.

They are creative and diverse! Which bands have written a symphony based upon the themes of space rock presented in a Chopin/rachmaninoff/Rossini style! Their rock music it totally awesome! They do the basics extremely well and encourage expermentation and new music! They don't sound like old blues and rock n roll and don't go for the emotional appeal either! They really push the boundary and their live performances says it all. Another notable thing is that they've always stayed true to themselves and not changed their line up and gone on hiatus etc... They have not ruined their style of music and as they have progressed they have improved and got more popular! They are a proper rock band which doesn't sound the same and are totally extrodinary and sound like nothing else if listened to with an open mind! Linkin are only famous because of transformers face it! Muse should be at the top! Rock on guys!

The best modern rock band by a country mile. Not only are they masters of prog metal, but they're also extremely diverse, as evidenced by just how different every single one of their albums are. - Beedy10

Muse is the all time best band in the world. From each band member's individual talent to the range of sounds and styles the incorporate into their music. Even a person who doesn't listen to rock music can listen to muse and find at least one song they love. Linkin Park is great, save for their newer musical endeavors, but I think that the top five should REALLY be Linkin Park, Muse, Foo Fighters, Green Day and the Red Hot Chili Peppers. The other five bands that are listed here suck ass, I've listened to them all and they are all crap. Three days grace? Rise Against? ALTER BRIDGE?! What are you people thinking. The people that chose these bands must also be the people that voted Barack Obama into office.

Muse should be on #1
Their musics are genius and they do not only create song, they create MASTERPIECE

The reason why Skillet should be number one is not just because they play (in my mind) the best music, but they also do a lot more with their music than most bands. I know adding violins and cellos would not work for every rock band, but for Skillet, this just adds to the skill level at which they perform and sounds amazing! I could go on for a very long time about why this band is the best, but I believe the best way to tell anyone how great they are is simply this; go see them live. Enough said.

Hey skillet should be at one his songs are very inspiring, his are really ver very good, best thing of his songs is the lyrics, I hope that it will improve your rating

Hey guys! Have you ever seen the mixture of male and female voices in a rock band if not then this band is perfect for it just listen to their song 'HERO' and it will make you a instant fan of it and yes the girl and her voice both are super hot

Skillet is the Greatest of All time hop off my dick cuh

Favorite band of my life, They are great, and their guitar solo's are wicked.

Metal rage and hardcore express the violence through the whole song

They have great beats and singing and the best album covers disturbed 4 life
Enough said

This is obviously a popularity contest not a true best list. Out of this list its hard to say is truly the best because it is so subjective.

All I can say is Disturbed is great and as far as Modern rock/Metal they are definitely a leader.

Where I am living. Is this world is crazy? Or my eyes are blind or what? I do not know much about this rock band but the moment I listen to their song chop sue I started crying because I am going trough some of my worst days before hearing this song I always think that I should deserves pain pain and severe pain you will not believe that once I started thinking about attending suicide but when I her this song I could not able to move my hands and legs tiers are started falling from my eyes These guys done an impossible job How on earth can make such a beautiful song They deserves not only the no. one spot but above it After listening this song I realize that nothing the hell is impossible in this world if you try hard to achieve what you want then even god can not able to stop you Believe me no one can NO ONE

Just because they have one good song you can relate to doesn't mean that they deserve to be in the no. 1 spot. A lot of people have been in similar situations as you and they also have a song from another band that they value highly like you. One song doesn't make a band better than other bands. Bands can only be better than bands by consistency, fan base, popularity, originality, relatability, albums, singers, drummers, etc. Not because of a song that touches a depressed person's heart

Where do I begin? They were something else, not only were they awesome in everything their music had great message behind it which. They definitely deserve more attention than they get but fortunately it doesn't stop the awesomeness. ROCK ON!
P.S. serj is simply amazing

Nothing against Avenged Sevenfold but seriously, this band is way better then them in my OPINION. They put so much meaning and emotion in their songs. Their lyrics are off the wall, emotional, relatable, deep, and just the most amazing songs ever. They may not have the most insane shredding but they have skill leaking out of their ears in everything they do. Every album they released has touched me emotionally.

They are one of the most unique bands ever. It's impossible to imitate them

Wow man they are so rocking... their soft voice make me mad...
They are really different from other rock bands who just don't know how to sing and just beat their metal equipments

SHE IS AMAZING, I don't know why she isn't in the top 10

Very beautiful voice. I love the simplicity of the music at the first album, then how it complicates into an extraordinary piece with beautiful vocals.
They need to release another album soon too.

WAKE ME UP
WAKE ME UP INSIDE
CAN'T WAKE UP
SAAVE ME

Rise Against should be number one. They have adrenalin pumping songs (beats Green Day), they don't dick around with their music (beats linkin park), their lead singer doesn't look/sound like a girl (beats tokio hotel), and I have never even heard of "alter bridge". And even after six albums their still kicking ass... Not to mention they're one of the few bands who write songs with a real meaning behind them like "Make It Stop" is about September's children, "A Hero Of War" is about a soldier's mistake in Iraq, "Help Is On The Way" is about Hurricane Katrina and the Oil Spill and "life Less Frightening" is about the dangers we face every day... I'm a die hard RA fan, their music has inspired me to be who I am today... And by the way I'm awesome...

Rise Against is one of the greatest modern bands out today. This and Foo Fighters should be a lot higher. O, and who thinks its weird that 30 Seconds to Mars is 15 here and 6 on Top Rock Bands? Id k, its just weird.

It kills me to see this band at #11 being cheated out of the top 10. I fell in love with this band the day I first heard their music. I bought a ticket to one of their concerts the same day I first heard them as well. I've been to some pretty intense concerts and they were fun but Rise Against was the best I've been to by far. These guys should be top of this list with Breaking Benjamin and Three Days Grace right behind them. They put so much thought and meaning into every single song of theirs and each one has a different impact that will make you realize how important some actually is compared to what you may have originally thought. You also have one of the most caring and meaningful vocalists ever (Tim McIlrath) making this band better than the rest.

I encourage anyone who underrated this band to listen to their music. Not just the popular songs like "Savior" and "The Good Left Undone" but all their other songs such as "Help is On The Way", ...more

After accidentally voting for System Of A Down instead of Rise Against on the top 10 rock bands of all time list, I was searching for another list where I can vote for Rise Against, the best band ever. Found it!

I'm voting for Shinedown. Not because they're the best. Linkin Park does get that. Shinedown's good. Really good. They should probably be above Rise Against. They sure don't deserve 26th. They need to be above Evanescence at least. I mean, their song "Devour" was the theme for a Madden game. And they're touring with Three Days Grace this spring, and Three Days Grace is #4 now (not to mention my current favorite). So Shinedown should be around 6 or 7 probably. It is worth noting, however, that they did a Foo Fighters cover. Foo Fighters are #7 now. A cover means respect. And so, Shinedown respects Foo Fighters. Maybe that means that they should not be above FF. But more than one space would not be giving due credit.

In my opinion, Shinedown belongs in the number 2 spot right behind Avenged Sevenfold. Shinedown puts out amazing music. They have true talent, compared to most bands nowadays.

And to the person who said Avenged Sevenfold is way overrated and their only good song is Afterlife... Haha... You are WAY off. They deserve every ounce of their fame. They never fail to put out a great song and their musical talent is BEYOND any other band today.

Back to Shinedown, listen to their music. THEY ROCK.

Progressive and disgustingly talented. They produce songs that are radio friendly, but are not anywhere near "watered-down". Check them out! - plundergrunge

How is shinedown not even in the top ten. They’re music amazing

Nirvana is amazing! Not exactly a modern band though. Also pretty much all of the bands on this list suck except RHCP, Jet and Wolfmother, also where is Radiohead? They Should probably be n0.1

Honestly, they deserve to be in top three. Many modern music are so crappy these days, and a lot of them don't take music seriously. And Linkin Park, even though it is a good band, they should be somewhere lower than 1. Nirvana is a band that created a unique revolutionary sound. This is a way lower ranking. How are they lower that Bullet for My Valentine? No. 21. Not cool.

While not as modern as other bands on this list, in terms of quality, they're the best. They revolutionized Grunge and Alternative, two genres that I don't necesarilly like, but one that's impact I can't ignore. Nirvana basically lead the rise of alt rock, with bands like Weezer following closely behind. Not only that, but Kurt Cobain's guitar skills are horribly overlooked. While not the best guitarist ever, his skills should get more attention. Dave Grohl is a fantastic drummer, and Krist Novoselic is a fine bassist. They are definitely better than other entries on this list, like Linkin Park, Evanescence and Nickelback.
Also, speaking of Nickelback, fans of them claim people only hate them because they are Canadian. I love Celine Dion and Rush, so that can't be an option. I hate them because their music sucks.
But anyways, Nirvana's gritty and sometimes dark mood was a major contributor in the grunge movement in the 90's. But even though they were bigger in the 90's, their ...more

Yes, but this IS a list for modern bands, so why the hell are they on here? it makes no sense. - Alpha101

For this band to be 16 in a clearly US dominated chart is absolutely ridiculous. Best US rock band in last 30 years by a country mile. The roses, the Chillies, Green Day, Foo Fighters, KOL and the Strokes all should be a helluva lot higher too. US rock is a different culture from the UK as it’s heavier now but some of the bands in top 20 are not in the same vicinity - BritishRock

My Chemical romance are absolutely the best band ever, 13 isn't enough for them, here's a little glimpse of what you're up against when you choose My Chemical Romance:

1st album:"i brought you my bullets, you brought me your love". This album is all about lyrics, you won't quite understand the meaning if you don't have the intention, and if you don't understand the songs then you shouldn't be hearing this.

2nd album: "Three cheers for sweet revenge". This one is about emotions, a bit about how My Chemical Romance chose to continue, take cemetery drive as an example, if you remove the earphone slightly you can here "don't do it don't do it, don't" in the background, Way characterized it as a call for their friend who was suicidal, they dedicated this song in his honor, convincing him not to.

3rd album:"welcome to the black parade". this song is about how a tragedy can seem to end a person's life, but either way "they'll ...more

These bros are awesome live, save lives, create inspirational and deep lyrics, and are really good at composing their music. They've all fought of their demons bravely and deserve all they have today. Listen to their albums, read up a bit on what was going on at the time each song was written and about the double meanings of some of the songs and I promise you won't be disappointed. But overall, I am fairly pleased with this list and you guys' overall taste for quality music. It's moments like this that help restore my faith in humanity!

They are the best of the best. Please for god sake listen to the song welcome to the black parade and you will be able to realize why I am telling this. After hearing this song I saw a dream about a women who was ringing the bell of my house. It was too dark to watch her clearly. But she has long hair. Double the hair of Robert plant and then she ask me to give some water I was little bit scared but I gave her a glass of water. Then again she asked me to give some more water. I was too scared at that time I just switch off light and went to bend and then suddenly I watch her asking me to give some more water from my window. I just die after that dream due to heart failure and believe now I am a ghost still listening to my chemical romance and if you do not vote them then might be something scary will happen to you. BELIEVE ME. HA HA HA HA...

New generation!

Weird list. Radiohead should be the first, they're much more talented than a lot of bands in the top 10. My list would be:

1. Radiohead
2. Muse
3. The White Stripes
4. Red Hot Chili Peppers
5. The Strokes
6. Foo Fighters
7. Arctic Monkeys
8. System of a Down
9. Green Day
10. Rise Against

Other good bands: Dream Theater, Avenged Sevenfold, Porcupine Tree, Opeth

Critically, skillfully, and success-wise, one of the greatest and most innovative musical artists of the past 20 years. Thom Yorke is among the greatest frontmen in rock history. Jonny Greenwood and Ed O'Brien are each considered to be among the greatest guitarists of all-time. Colin Greenwood is one of the more unique bassists out there. And Philip Selway is, rhythmically, among the drummers who challenges himself the most and continues to raise the bar.

Radiohead is one of the most creative and truly artistic rock bands out there, second only to The Beatles in their experimentation. Their music is simply beautifully crafted and one of a kind. I love a lot of these bands so it was hard to choose, but I definitely know that NICKLEBACK SHOULD NOT BE HIGHER. Also 3 Days Grace, Breaking Benjamin, and Papa Roach, suck. They all sound the same. Super heavy vocals, lame generic guitar riffs, and overly edited in the studio. Also all the playing sounds so technically perfect that it doesn't even sound human. You could have robots up their playing and you wouldn't know a difference.

Radiohead should be at least at the top 5

Best rock band. Jared has a beautiful voice. Sensitive yet so strong. Moreover have style to die for.30 Seconds to Mars forever

one of my favorite drummers ever and make the best choruses ever - mike2k9

Jared Leto's voice is something to die for. And I love how they aren't the typical Rock band. They have their own unique and distinct style and they know their own roots. It is also fascinating how they deliver their songs using symbolisms and subliminal messages. When it comes to this band, you shouldn't just listen, you also need to understand.

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They may have a lesser bunch of songs and particularly not philosophical songs like Avenged Sevenfold, but almost each one of their songs has great music. What adds to the scene is that they are the sexiest lot of them all and even though I am a Green Day fan forever, I can't deny Bullet for my Valentine should be in the top 10. Making songs is different; making music is different!

Best band ever! When I heard All these things I hate - I fell in love with them, and after I heard Tears don't fall, waking the demon and so on... EPIC BAND EVER! PLEASE ROCK ON GUYS, YOU ARE MAKING UK PROUD!

I loved Bullet For My Valentine because their guitar sound great, matt tuck voice so unique and he play guitar so well like his singing. You can compare with the other band, and you will agree that Bullet For My Valentine are on the same level with A7X... - cVycQyc

This band should be in top ten.

My favourite band of all time, their music varies so much:
"S. E. X" and "something in your mouth" which are more hardcore,
"savin me" and far away" which are softer rock,
"how you remind me" and "rock star" which are more pop songs.
In my opinion they are just the best band ever. They have been going for years and have build their popularity up to one of the best bands ever

This band should not even exist on this list. Along with Green Day, skillet and a few others. Rock is not supposed to be whining about some chick. Save that for country. It's about what you feel when you're alone, when you're playing sports, when you're doing something bad ass! Not looking at a photo of of your ex and crying lol come on! System should be #1 on this list because most of their songs make no sense yet they can still make everything they do badass. By the way if you like pop or like when your finger pokes through the toilet paper you shouldn't even vote.

Lol I can't agree with you on like %80 of the stuff you said, but I totally agree with the fact that System can make some really cool songs even if they make about as much sense as square peg in a round hole - Revrad

Lies! Lies! Lies! That is what hate conspirators spread about this band and they do so evilly just because they are Canadian. That is discrimination! They have a wider range of music than most bands and very few of their songs are about sex. At good 80% of it is very meaningful and Chad Kroeger is a brilliant lyricist even when he does write about sex. He knows just how far to go and uses metaphors better than most could ever hope to. They are the stadium rock everyone is dying for and yet they can't handle that there is a grunge band out there doing better than Nirvana. Listen to them and stop hating for no good reason.

My favorite band of all time!

I am only 12, but Coldplay is my LIFE. It is what gives me joy and happiness. I love Coldplay with every fiber of my being, and I have loved their music my whole life. Don't Panic is the first song I can remember loving when I was an infant.

Chris Martin's voice is heaven to me. His voice carries me to a land of pure light and happiness. It sounds cheesy, but I am being truthful. The melodies carry me away, drifting me to a state of love and peace.

The instrumentals on Coldplay are always unique, whether beautiful, powerful, or energetic. I love how everything just flows together and is one. Solo instruments are not common in Coldplay, which I like (except in the songs like O where it is mostly piano and vocals. However, those have such amazing piano, all is well. ) I also love how sometimes one song has two different themes, usually one slower and one more fast/rock-like. Just listen to or think of Amsterdam or 42.

I could go on forever about Coldplay. My love ...more

Coldplay's music is not only inspirational but also very unique, in ever good way, especially their newest album "Mylo Xyloto".

I might only be fifteen, but Coldplay is everything to me. It's the fuel to my joy, the mirror to my conflict and antidote to my sadness. I've only been listening to them since 2009 (which is yeah, pretty late) but it's just that unique sound they have that is so diverse, but yet so uniform. Blending of instrumentals features highly on their music, and it sounds simply beautiful. Other times, when solo instrumentals take the lead, it makes the track shine. The piano and guitar riffs on their songs are just pure wow. Don't even get me started on Chris Martin's heavenly voice. If it's even possible, I've fallen in love with it and will probably never recover.
If you haven't listened to them, give them a try and just listen to those lyrics; let them touch your heart. You won't regret it.

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The dark and heavy guitars, and smooth beautiful strings of Red are only a few things that makes this band awesome. It has some pretty good electronica influences too, and the screaming of Michael Barnes is simply amazing. The guitars are usually tuned to drop A, B, or B flat, so if you like guitar riffs similar to Breaking Benjamin, give Red a listen. In the end, the only reason Red is so underrated is because they're Christian, which personally I love, but if you're not a Christian, listen to them anyway. They're that good

Red should be at least in the top ten list... Not many people know about them but they are a great band and their lyrics have so much meaning.

These guys are amazing... How are they so low my chemical romance and red are very underrated.

Even though I'm a huge die hard fan of this breathtaking band, I've always wanted 'em to remain obscure and keep producing mind refreshing songs. I absolutely loathe the fact of getting into mainstream which devasted and resulted in the quality depletion of the bands that I adored previously.

The band with a new hit every month, songs like all the small things, adam's song, and many more they blast through most of the competitions.

Mark, Tom and Travis are the best trio that I have experienced. There is no bad blink 182 song, they are simply the best!

Their self titled album was my very first when I was only seven. My dad gave it to me when it first came out and ever since they've been my favorite band. I'm glad he did but I think they should be higher up. No trio is better nor more inspiring.

Awesome! - Fuziion

As good as linkin park. Mix of rap and rock. With danny not deuce HU is great.

They really don't get enough credit, their really not all that bad. Sure not all of their songs are the best in the world but they have some of the better lyrics compared to most other bands out there.

I honestly think it's the most overrated band in the list, they're simply epic, their music, their beats, their lyrics, everything. And the band member are just crazy and that makes it one of the top 10. I also think it's as good as Linkin Park

For some reason I choose them over Linkin Park. because their songs are more BETTER!

Amazing band. Well Enough Alone is a truly great yet underrated song... I'm not joking, you need to search up this song and listen to it. I don't say this about every other song. Also Breaking Benjamin rules and should be no. 1
Marilyn Manson should be up there too, along with Disturbed, Egypt Central. Good day to all. And check out that song, Well Enough Alone. My work here is done :P

I'm truly baffled that Checelle is this low on this chart. If you go into their Wikipedia, you'll see that even critics overwhelmingly love their stuff. They've said that the band "has somehow found a way to avoid the perils of age and complacency," and he's right. I've listened to all their albums and songs, and there's a noticeable evolution and change in each album, but it's still obviously them. And the best part is that they kick ass each and every time. It's actually surprising to me how few of their songs there are that aren't awesome, and even then, they might just not be my kind of music. Ties with Breaking Benjamin and Shinedown as the best in my opinion.

This band is so good! Very underrated. I can't believe they're not in the top ten! They have amazing writing talents (lyrics and the music itself). I would put them just under breaking benjamin. Love them, and if you like good, melodic post-grunge rock, you'd love Chevelle. Definitely. One of me favorites

Really. 27? Linkin Park isn’t even very good. They have maybe 15 decent to good songs, while Chevelle has at least 30. Wonder What’s Next is simply a fantastic album, along with their other 7 albums to date. I’m surprised to see Chevelle this low especially considering that they’ve had 5 number one songs on the moder rock charts. From their popular songs like The Red and Send the Pain Below to lesser known songs like Choking Game and Leto’s Headache (not available on iTunes or Spotify), this band is awesome

Slipknot is the psychosocial bomb like come on people have some duality in your adrenaline laugh out loud before I forget click this vote button now

Slipknot wasn't made for the general public, and however I love their music and it's full of badassery and adrenaline, I can understand that most people don't like it.

How is Nickleback higher than Slipknot?

Unique band

The Strokes wipe the floor with these other bands! Great melodies, Great lyrics, Great guitars, drums, and a distinct style that cannot be replicated without someone saying "That sounds like the Strokes. "

The Strokes are so perfect, it's not even fair to other bands out there. Except for Arctic Monkeys cause they rule (but not to mention The Strokes were a huge inspiration and influence on AM in the first place anyway). Two of the best bands of our time.

The Strokes kicks all of those bands' asses. Definitely the BEST band of the 21st century

Kick-ass band

I think they are the future of rock! Their songs are artistic.. Melodious... With blend of modernity in them! Alter bridge rocks! I think they are the best! They should be number 1 on the list! Sad to see them in 5!

Alter Bridge is loaded with talent. They bring a great combination of melody and rock crunch with amazing guitar riffs and meaningful lyrics. I'm a bit surprised they are not more popular in the United States, but apparently are very big in Europe. If you aren't familiar with them I suggest you give them a listen. Check out some of their live concerts from Amsterdam or Wembley.

Work so well together as a band, Myles' voice is absolutely iconic, this band has great potential to become one of the greatest rock groups around

Why the heck are this exceptionally talented band so far down the list...it's beyond my imagination...Deserves to be in the top 3...

When it comes to vocals its Creed meets Metallica. With a wide range of styles from the softer side "Far From Home" to the hardcore metal side "White Knuckles"

Hands down FFDP is the best. Coming from a redneck we love rock to this band has good soldier songs they respect the troops defending our country and they are down right the best.

Fastest growing band in the modern time. Especially the release of their new album. Each album is getting better and better.

Way better than skillet.skillet sucks but they are highly overrated.They are nothing compared FFDP

HOW COULD NO ONE NOTICE THAT THE BEST BAND OF ALL TIME IS MIA? Awesome band. Even though Ronnie left, he's in a better band now. Craig's okay... No matter what it's not about the band members it's about the music they make, which is pure genius. Screamo bands for the win!

Favorite band. Awesome guitar riffs and solos, they survived without their original vocalist just like AC/DC did. Craig is a great singer. Their drummer not only is awesome, but he lookalikes combo between Michael Jackson and Slash

This is garbage, it's not better than Slipknot. The lyrics are garbage, scene music sucks, and the only good thing they have is sometimes the guitar

It's even better with out Ronnie to be honest

What the hell is going on here? Arctic Monkeys aka The Death Ramps aka The Coolest Band on the Planet ranked 32nd? I mean, have people, who voted for other bands, ever listened to Arctic Monkeys? Because if they had, they would've voted for AM.

First, I have to mention the band's great style. (Just as all the previous commentators did). Even though they have tried a lot of new styles and genres in their music, they have this thing that they stay true to throughout all the years. I was never really able to describe what that is, you just have to listen to some of their songs, and you'll understand everything by yourself.

Second, I have to say how amazing and talented every member of this band is. Alex. Oh, holy crap. Man's voice is just something that was brought to our planet by aliens from beautiful galaxies far far away. His lyrics are the best. (I mean, when I heard Pretty Visitors for the first time I couldn't throw the first line of the second verse out of my head ...more

Honestly, if Arctic Monkeys are all the way down here, this list can't be taken seriously. Some of the bands at the top are plain awful and half of them sound exactly the same as the others.
Arctic Monkeys, on the other hand, have their own unique sound and seamlessly cross different rock genres flawlessly, experimenting while still retaining their unique sound. Alex Turner is one of the best lyricists of this generations (ex- "Fools on a parade cavort and carry on for waiting eyes" (Secret Door); "I took my batteries out of my mysticism and put them in my thinking cap" (The Hellcat Spangled Shalala); "When she needs a break from reality / she takes a dip in my daydreams" (Arabella); "You are the fugitive / But you don't know what you're running away from" (Old Yellow Bricks); "Yeah but his bird thinks it's amazing, though / So all that's left / Is the proof that love's not only blind but deaf" (Fake Tales of San Francisco.
And Matt Helder is one of the best drummers currently, ...more

First of all, Alex Turner has the most amazing voice on the planet. It's just so soothing that I could listen to it and forget about everything else. Not to mention his killer looks! But their music is just genius! The lyrics are so unique and they actually reflect the real and raw image of life through words not easily chosen by other songwriters. Their albums are each one better than the other. Over the years they have evolved, they have experimented with their music and they have achieved to be versatile but yet so true to their style. I think that is a really important thing that a lot of the bands on the top of the list don't actually have. Not to mention their amazing stage performances.

Should be top 5, one of the best bands currently. AM wasn't the best but their other albums make up for it.

This band brought me into the world of Rock itself. Every time I listen to It, I feel nostalgic and grateful. Their songs are so diverse and interesting. Exploring Thousand Foot Krutch feels like exploring a world in its own right

I love Thousand Foot Krutch. They got me through a lot and the songs are amazing. They're my favorite band and I think that they should be in the top ten.

This band serves the birth of Rock in me. Every song gives you hope and love to believe in yourself. Who wouldn't want that kind of blend in music.

Brilliant Band, love their songs

A Day To Remember is simply one of the best modern rock bands (and I would even go as far to say one of the best bands in music generally) that I've heard. They can do both modern rock songs as well as heavy metal/screamo songs perfectly - and sometimes they combine both musical styles into the same song! "I'm made of wax Larry - what are you made of? " and "Over My Head" are examples of their modern rock songs whereas on the other hand "Sticks and Bricks" and "2nd Sucks" are examples of their heavy metal/sceamo songs. Overall they are an amazing band and shouldn't be ignored!

I started liking it when I heard the song 'You Be Tails, I'll Be Sonic' when I was younger, because Sonic was (and still is) my LIFE. My dad played me this song and I loved the band because I also like hard rock, rock, heavy metal and all that stuff.

We need more bands like this in the immediate future. They are simply to good for what little recognition they get.

ADTR is one of the best of bests.it should be on top. And their lyrics is so amazing especially "paranoia",and they are experts on making multiple kinds of songs.

It's not only the music that's really awesome, but also taylor, jeremy and hayley are just fantastic! And I really enjoy watching them having so much fun with what they're doing. I JUST LOVE PARAMORE AND IS REALLY MY FAVORITE BAND!

Listen to one of their albums, you don't have to listen to the others, but you will. And try to keep your eyes off them after watching videos of them. Good luck hating them, because it's not possible. They are the healthiest addiction.

If you listen to a full Paramore album with an open mind, it will be hard for them not to rise up your list of favorite bands. My favorite genre for music is hard rock and Paramore is anything but hard rock and they are still my favorite band. Each member is extremely talented and they make excellent music whether its heavy or soft, fast or slow, happy or sad, they can do it all. Also, the members of Paramore are the most genuine, down to earth people who just put a smile on your face. I could go on, but I'll resist...

One of the best songs ever were made by them

Granted, a pop punk band who don't take themselves very seriously shouldn't necessarily be number one when ranking the best "modern rock bands"... However, these guys are by far my favorite band. They have insane talent which isn't apparent unless you're familiar with the members- the bassist Zack Merrick plays without a pick and is just crazy good at what he does and the vocalist/guitarist Alex Gaskarth has mad pipes. Their music is fun and they put on live performances that rival Green Day (literally. They just toured together. ) You're crazy not to recognize the talent these guys have

All time low is a really cool emo/pop kind of band. Everyone should listen to this band at some point in their life. Listen to theis song Dear Maria Count Me In. Great song!

Well, I know there a ton of great bands out there, and they already have a good position on this list. But for their talent, dedication and skill, I vote for All Time Low. They are simply brilliant in what they do, and no doubt, can only become greater from now on.

I love them to death.

Korn used to be one of the most unique and popular bands of its time. Their unique sound and meaningful lyrics are leaps in bounds ahead of today's "artists" in terms of quality. Even if you don't like their new dubstep stuff, for them not to even scratch the top 20 is unbelievable.

My music taste has been influenced a lot by my dad. Korn is a band that he really loves as do I. Their music is crazy awesome as well as their lyrics. Each member contributes in outstanding ways and they make incredible music. They should definitely be in the top ten at least, considering that some of these bands above them have been influenced by them. Their new electronic music is awesome as well. They have always been amazing and have influenced many bands.

Korn is one of those bands who doesn't have only a few mind blowing songs, most of their stuff is amazing. Their songs are both beautiful and somewhat twisted, which makes them very emotionally invoking. They also have great melodies, harmonics, and their music just rocks.

This band is one of the few bands that help me define what is hard rock. my top list would be
korn and linkin park tied for 1st
static-x
the offspring
rise against
spineshank
icon for hire(fem)

other notable mentions that I would consider better than 95% of previous bands mentioned:
Cky
Fit For Rivals(fem)
halestorm(fem)
metallica
powerman 5000
system of a down
and I guess barely making this list I would say Egypt Central

The Killers is an amazing band with quite a few good songs.. Although I would not say they deserve top 10 they should at least be ranked a bit higher than this. The Killers have two really great songs, Mr. Brightside and Mrs. Atomic Bomb are both really great songs... Other than that, linkin park in first place? Sersiously? I mean come on, we have all these other great bands here... Bullet for my Valentine, Breaking Benjamin, My Chemical Romance... So much better than Linkin Park... Linkin park was fine at first but it sort of "Jumps on Musical Bandwagons" which is why at first it was metal but then it went into a more "Pop" style. The "Minutes" album was a huge dissapointment, at first they incorporated different kinds of music but now they just play what sounds "Cool" and are moving towards a more generic style of music.

You can't just look at their most popular songs you have to dig deeper into the music and when you go deeper into each album and listen to every lyric, you release no band hails in comparison to The Killers.
To simply put it they are ( in my opinion and many others ) the best band since The Beatles

I've been a fan of them for a while and they never disappoint the always make fun and meaningful songs. Also I have seen them in concert many times, they make a fabulous show and make me sing along I think they deserve at least number 15 spot

Just the best

Awesome band... It took two and a half years of friends talking about them to finally listen; and I loved their music straight away. The lyrics are amazing (if you listen to them like me) and Andy Biersack is pretty damn cool. Listen to them! You won't regret it!

Black Veil Brides... You guys should really go listen to these guys; they're a band that actually represents a person's true feelings and a rocker. I'm telling you, you'll love them! Vote for them! Black Veil Brides, for the win!

PARAMORE ISN'T EVEN ROCK WHY IS IT ON THIS LIST?!?! Ok sorry for that explosion, but honestly. Paramore sucks, I used to listen to them a lot and then they changed for the worse and went mainstream and stuff. Black Veil Brides is so much more talented and passionate than a lot of these others, they pour their souls into their music. I saw this list before Paramore went mainstream, and they were like past 50. They got so far up because of their new pop music, people saw this and were like "yeah, I heard them on the radio, I'll vote for them! " Kudos to them for getting popular and all, but personally I just believe that they no longer belong on this particular list. Their music does not fit the genre anymore, and even in their old days, they never tried halfway as hard as Black Veil Brides did and still does to this day. If anything, Black Veil Brides MOST DEFINITELY deserves a spot above Paramore.

42? You mad bro?

I can not believe this wow Metallica is the absolute best. If it was not for Metallica there would be no hard rock, metal core, metal, heavy or hard anything. I mean come on! Not only are they the ones who really set things in motion but who hasn't heard of Metallica... Does that not go for anything! I don't know about them being absolutely #1 because there are just too many bands that are just to good to put in front of one another. Like I don't think you can compare red hot chili peppers to Avenged Sevenfold they are just to very different bands they both play extremely well... Whitch means it just goes by preference at that point. But seriously no band has been around as long as Metallica and kept up as well as them PERIOD! This is disgraceful to this legendary band..

Metallica is next to Simple Plan and Fall out boy... what
Metallica has something for everyone, they are a great band who should be in the top 10 at the very least.

How is this so low?

They formed in the 80s not really modern. Also how is nickelback higher?

How are they not rated higher? Their music is diverse, unique, and they always put everything they have into it. The lyrics are brutally honest and have helped so many people. Patrick, Joe, Pete, and Andy are so dedicated to making the incredible music that they do, as well as being great people who treat fans wonderfully. I've had conversations with two of the four members and they seem like genuinely nice people. While live, everyone puts all they have into giving a good show. And it's mindblowing how their music can range from upbeat, powerful songs like "The Phoenix" to slow and moving ballads like "Golden". Fall Out Boy are incredible.

Not many bands can go on a four year hiatus, especially when that band is part of a genre that many people had considered dead at the time, and make a comeback, introduce themselves to a new audience and take over the world once again! A whole new generation of rock fans rose again when they made their comeback! And they were still rocking it before their hiatus, aruguably more back then, but they've proven to stay relevant. The only time I remember bands doing something like that is Green Day. While Save Rock and Roll and American Beauty/American Psycho aren't their best albums by far, it still proves that they can reinvent themselves while still staying true to themselves! Long live the car crash hearts! - PopPunkKid101

It's such a shame that Fall Out Boy get so much hate that they don't deserve. Before their hiatus, not as many people knew them, but yet some of those who did know them critisced them in all sorts of ways, like calling them 'gay emo freaks'. Then, after their hiatus, just because a couple of their songs hit the charts, some of their fans turned against them for that, saying they were try hards and sell outs and that they became 'just another stupid pop band'. Mainstream music fans only noticed them when they had those hits but then no longer cared for them.
Personally, I love Fall Out Boy and think they deserve a much higher rating. Just remember everyone; Patrick, Pete, Joe and ANDY actually don't even care about all that hate because they know that there are even more people that LOVE them.

Fall Out Boy are my favourite band! Patrick's voice is incredible and Pete's lyrics are even better! They're my favourite thing on earth

Whats wrong with people? Sully alone brings this band to top 5 for those who have not seen them live... If you have, you know they are hands down the best band on earth. Not even Metallica (My second choice)

That's it I'm done.. Godsmack at 322?! Come on people. I don't know what to say! This band should be arguably top 10! Just listen to the enemy and bad religion and you will love the band! Very underrated - C_Brooks97

If they aren't one of your favorites you need to see them live. Rock the house down

Who ever made this list is out of their minds

Way better than all those other bands up there, their debut album went diamond... Not many of the other bands have done that on this list..

So many amazing songs have even written by this band. It's criminal not to see the in the top ten.

Pearl Jam is great and all, but you guys need to pay attention to the fact that this list is about MODERN bands.

Should be #1... they are the modern Who/Stones/long live rockers!

This is for rock, not numetal, right? The White Stripes IS the definition of a great modern rock band. Some of their best and most famous songs: Seven Nation Army, The Denial Twist, the Hardest Button to Button... They are Jack and Meg White. Jack is also known for his work with the Raconteurs (another band that should be near the top of this list. ) This should have these bands at the top, in no particular order: The White Stripes, Radiohead, Foo Fighters, Cage the Elephant, Queens of the Stone Age, Raconteurs, Five Finger Death Punch, Audioslave...

This band contains one of the greatest modern rock guitarists and songwriters Jack White. He truly is a brilliant artist. It also has the wonderful yet simplistic drumming of Meg White. They have created some of the greatest songs (Seven Nation Army, The Hardest Button to Button etc. ) and some of the greatest albums (All 6 of their albums. ) of the modern rock scene. I cannot believe this band is not in the top ten and last time I checked, this list is not for nu metal.

They are a really cool band and I think that they are pretty cool and stuff like that along those lines. You should really think that they are cool too and stuff because I think they are cool don't you? So yeah I think there cool and what not and stuff so like yeah and stuf.

Not just the best modern rock band: The White Stripes are the best thing that has come out of the modern world.

They are a great band, they send a great message, yes some of their songs are a bit, ya' know, but most bands have songs like that, they are a great inspiration. Danny and Ben are just the best people in the world x3 who couldn't love them? But I think everyone should listen to their music and just give them a chance!

I think Asking Alexandria is legit it's a shame they so far down on the list should be in top 10!

Even though these guys are a lot heavier than classic rock, but their spirit and raw talent matches the likes of Motley Crue, Guns N Roses, or even a Metallica.

This band triggers emotion like crazy!

By far one of the greatest bands out there in rock. This entire list seems a bit off. The fact that not only is Tool this low, but Nirvana only 1 spot ahead of Nickelback? Also, NICKELBACK is on this list, that in itself is a problem.

Alright, I just need to say something: they should be much higher and only about 7-8 other bands that are ahead are good. The rest are just bad. I won't give any specifics, but ' Nickelback is ahead of them. One of the most repulsive bands in existence was above one of the most talented acts in music. I apologize for the mini rant but seriously, Nickelback above these guys is just inexcusable.

Nothing compares to Tool. I can't be alone in this thought... - catecholamines

The majority of this list seems like a rock parody. Tool is without a doubt the most talented and skillful rock music in existence today. Go to a show and tell me otherwise. Adam Jones, Danny Carey and MJK.

Underrated. Their Musically Diverse, Going From Pop Rock to Thrash Metal Album After Album. They are never afraid to experiment, and every song they've released has some type of message, whether it would be funny topics like not being able to get out of bed (Heart Attack) to more serious topics that have to do with the troubles of war (still waiting, we're all to blame). Don't forget the instrumentation as well which is much more raw & real than the sampling & power chords of Linkin Park everybody loves. The guitarists like Dave baksh & Tom Thacker are absolutely talented, going from beautiful clear clean chords to shredding solos that literally fly by your ear before you even knew it happened. Drummer is always able to stay up beat in every song. Listen to the hell song, you'll see what I mean. Bassist plays a huge part in every album (unlike Linkin Park) and you can really tell he cares about his bass playing. He and lead vocalists deryck have gotten int numerous arguments about his ...more

I know its not modern rock or something yet its punk rock which is good and deserves to be shared here

I have been listening to sum 41 since I was 6 years old. This band will always remind me of the great childhood I had

Wish more people knew them these days

ACDC in my opinion is, has and will always be the best, they are amazing, best song in my opinion is Highway To Hell, they a pure amazing and awesome,
-Thunderstruck
-War Machine
-Skies on Fire
-She like's Rock'n'Roll

There are so many, but my opinion is they are the best, but other bands are fabulous, but ACDC tops my list, now and forever!

Please don't insult ROCK. By putting legends like these in this list.

Putting bands like RHCP, STONES, BON JOVI, ACDC, Nirvana, along with these other bands is a shameful thing to do in the name of ROCK.

Why ac/dc so low? They are the greatest. HOW CAN YOU ABLE TO COMPARE THEM WITH ALL THESE ROCK BANDS WHO SOUNDS YUCK. Really I get depressed listening to all these bands but ac/dc still sounds amazing. Please listen to the song back in black. The song will give you the felling that the song is not sung by a human it is like some other species of some other planet singing it

AC/DC is that low, because they formed in 1973... They rock, of course, but it isn't modern.

I'm not to surprised that PTV isn't #1 (don't get me wrong I love them and Hell Above has been played over 300 times on my ipod). but not even in the top 20? I wish all bands had an amazing song writer like Vic, there are so many examples of incredible lyrics I'm going to list some of my favorites: "the water is rusted the air is unclean and there for a second I feel free" ( I had to put that first. I want that line tattooed on my arm because it means so much to me ), "hold my heart it's beating for you anyways... What's so good about picking up the pieces? What if I don't even want to? ","this isn't fair. don't you try to blame this on me. my love for you was bulletproof, but you're the one who shot me","a violin with no hands plays symphonies with no words. a drowning boy with no voice prays... A diamond bullet and a gun made of gold she was covered in blood last seen in san francisco", "Would you ever try to leave me for somebody who ...more

They put so much into their music. They write every song with so much meaning and Vic actually doesn't anyone listen to a song he created until it's perfect. They care so much about their fans and don't treat them like crap. Their songs are amazing like hell above and the boy who could fly. Their style of music is great and I can't wait for the 4th album

Why aren't they number one?! They are amazing not only music wise but they have great personalities. They care about their fans and they have great music style. In my opinion Pierce the veil is the best band today. They are truthfully inspiring.

I love this band Vic Fuentes is bae look him up on the urban dictionary

How is this not a top ten band. Their song Revelry is awesome. Use someboby is an American classic. It was a hit before. Everyone knows the kings of leon.

Okay, I strongly suggest to dive into the work of this band. Purely amazing talent from the first album. To be completely honest, in the year 2017 this band is saving rock. Sex On Fire, Use Somebody, Reverend, Pyro, Walls, The Bucket, Knocked Up, Birthday and so many more its hard to list the amount of absolute banners this band releases. A band that will make you feel all emotions and definitely an underatted band.

Highly underrated band. Everything about this band is awesome. - Songsta41

What!?!
44th position! Kings of leon deserve to be at least in the top 5
They are easily the best modern rock band around