The most overrated rock bands - why their influence is so exaggerated, and is it really true

For decades. people argue about everything that concerns musics. For some, the Beatles are the greatest band, while others consider The Rolling Stones to be the greatest. For some, Elvis Presley is the unrivalled king of the genre, while for others, he is just a "smarmy little crank". And who laid the foundation for heavy metal? Here you can develop a fascinating discussion for more than one hour....

But perhaps the most fierce debates are associated with the bands discussed below. For some music lovers they are the most legendary bands in the history of rock! But there are those who don't think so. In today's article, based on the opinion of the latter category of listeners, we will look at bands that - in the opinion of many - are too "overblown" and overvalued. Is this really the case? Share your opinion in the comments, what you think about it, and we'll get started!

Red Hot Chili Peppers

"Red hot chilli peppers." - the most colourful representatives of funky rock, with rap artfully woven in. Their sound is unique and their worldwide circulation is huge! The band also features two legends of their craft - the charismatic vocalist Anthony Kiedis and a talented bass player Michael "Fli" Balzari. Their incendiary tracks were loved by millions of people from all over the world, and the excitement around the Red Hot Chili Peppers is still going strong today, despite the fact that the band was formed in the first half of the 80s.

However, some music lovers claim: RHCP are not as primitive as critics portray them. Some are pissed off by the lack of experimentation in their music, which for years has followed a concise formula. Even some of their loyal fans are getting sick of it. weary…

U2

The stars of Live Aid 1985 and performers of such big hits as "Beautiful Day" or "One". U2 also got hit. Undoubtedly: they're a genius '80s band who for years were considered "stadium monster". But over time, some listeners grew weary of their "vampy, trance-inducing sound, and not in a meditative way."

There were those who accused the group of commercialisationand that increasingly she is releasing "mediocre tracks that somehow surprisingly find their way into the popular airwaves".

Guns N' Roses

The most controversial band of the '80s, which simultaneously became the "centre of power and rejection" for fans of heavy rock. On the one hand - this is a really cool, colourful band, which at times released simply fantastic hits! Like the famous "Welcome to the Jungle"for example?

But something, according to listeners, is their inexcusable weakness. So far. Slash and Exl Rose They're rock gods when they're on the same stage. But when they separate... In general, as monumental artists they leave much to be desired.

The Beach Boys

The Beach Boys were a major influence on early rock bands, composing timeless classics like "Surfin Usa."and almost single-handedly invented California rock. But even they have their complaints.

As some listeners state:

"The Beach Boys are a great band! But sometimes it stops being just influential and goes into nerd territory. And yes: almost all of their singles are indistinguishable until the middle of the chorus."

Metallica

Well, what's not to be without Metallica? Despite its immense popularity, as well as the presence of impeccable classics in the form of only one "Nothing Else Matters" (not to mention many other fine compositions), avid rock fans often call this band overrated.

Yes, their influence is great. But according to some, their work "empty."it's worth taking a closer look at him. Both musically and lyrically. Again - the opinion of music lovers.

Ramones

О Ramones speak more often than they listen. In any case - that's how some critics have characterised the band. Perhaps, there is some truth in it...

That's not to say Ramones music is super-popular these days - punk always has been, though "for the amateur.". And more often than not, the band is discussed for the crazy antics of its members rather than for their creative achievements.

Nirvana

"Nirvana." - the undisputed leader on our list. As many people love this band, as many people hate it. And it's not entirely clear why. After the release of Nevermind and the hit song. "Smells Like Teen Spirit" In particular, the boys from Washington, D.C., became the kings of garage rock overnight! Teenagers went crazy, and suddenly, for the participants themselves, Nirvana became a kind of cult. One can be happy about this turn of events, but it's not the only thing to be happy about Kurt Cobain it only made me angry and despondent.

Nirvana stopped being a protest band and became a corporate enterprise - it turned into something Kurt always despised. It inspired garage bands to sell out and become dodgy merchandise, and that's what Cobain always fought against... But all this is preface.

So: Kurt Cobain was actually a talented author, and Nirvana's music was really good from time to time. But in fact - they were "out" on one random hit. They really were overvaluednot so much the band as the idea.