Rise & Fall Of The Early 70's TOP 10 Biggest Bands.

[Music] ever wondered about the Epic rise and ultimate fall of some of the greatest bands from the early 70s well you're in for a treat because today we're diving deep into the Journey of the top 10 biggest bands of that era 10 Deep Purple let's kick off our journey with the thunderous sounds of Deep purple formed in the vibrant music scene of London in 1968 Deep Purple quickly Rose to fame as pioneers of heavy metal and hard rock with their electrifying performances and Innovative sound they captur the hearts of fans worldwide originally diving into the Realms of psychedelic and progressive rock deep purple took a bold leap with their 1970 album Deep Purple in rock embracing a heavier sound that would define their legacy alongside bands like Leed Zeppelin and Black Sabbath they formed the infamous Unholy Trinity of British hard rock and heavy metal in the early 70s despite their meteoric rise to fame Deep Purple faced their fair share of challenges the departure of their original singer marked a turning point but they persevered with the addition of Ian Gillian whose powerful vocals anchored the ban through some of their most successful albums Classics like Fireball and Machine Head featuring the iconic Anthem Smoke on the Water solidify their status as rock Legends however internal conflicts and lineup changes plagued Deep Purple throughout the 70s leading to the departure of guitarist Richie Blackmore and vocalist Ian Gillian yet their legacy endures with members venturing into new projects like Black Sabbath rainbow and white snake at their Peak Deep Purple dominated both the Hard Rock scene and the pop charts leaving an indelible mark on music history with over 100 million albums sold worldwide their thunderous riffs and soaring Melodies continue to resonate with fans old and new the tumultuous tale of Deep Purple doesn't end there in 1976 founding members Ian pace and John Lord clandestinely decided to bring the band to a close after completing their tour however they neglected to inform their fellow bandmates imagine the shock when David Coverdale one of deep purpl vocalist at the time announced his departure only to be met with John Lord's startling Revelation David there's no band to leave with the band officially disbanded members embarked on new musical Ventures David Coverdale wasted no time and formed his own band Whit snake where both Ian pace and John Lord joined for a period meanwhile Ian Gillian had already been carving his path with a solo band since his departure in 1973 Richie Blackmore The Mastermind behind deep purple's iconic guitar riffs ventured into new territories with his band Rainbow releasing successful albums with Ronnie James Dio is the lead singer Dio would later leave rainbow to make waves in bands like Black Sabbath and Dio solidifying his place in rock history however tragedy struck the Deep Purple family with the untimely death of guitarist Tommy Bolan in 1976 due to drug use despite his talent Bolan would release only one more solo album before his passing leaving behind a void in the Rock world but the drama didn't end there Rod Evans the original Deep Purple vocalist attempted to capitalize on the band's Legacy by assembling a group and billing themselves as deep purple falsely claiming a reunion legal action swiftly followed as the real representatives of Deep Purple sued Evans for unauthorized use of the band's name nine Queen it was Queen the ultimate Rock royalty that reigned Supreme Over the hearts of millions emerging from the fertile grounds of the British heavy Rock scene in the early 70s Queen quickly soared to unparalleled Heights of success and adoration formed in the vibrant Streets of London in 1970 Queen's Inception marked a new era in rock music with the dynamic quartet of Freddy Mercury Brian May Roger Taylor and John Deacon at the helm they embarked on a musical Journey that would Captivate audiences worldwide unlike their peers such as lead Zeppelin and deep purple Queen's appeal transcended genre boundaries captivating both hard rock enthusiasts and pop fans alike with hits like Killer Queen from their third album sheer heart attack in 1974 they effortlessly bridge the gap between Rock and pop captivating audiences with their infectious Melodies and electrifying performances but it wasn't just their chart topping singles that endeared them to fans it was their unparalleled Showmanship and originality that truly set them apart with Freddy Mercury's magnetic stage presence Brian May's virtuosa guitar solos Roger Taylor's thunderous drumming and John Deacon's groovy baselines Queen mesmerized audiences with every live performance and who could forget that iconic moment at London's Wembley Stadium on July 13th 1985 as Queen took the stage at the historic live a concert they delivered a performance for the ages with Freddy Mercury's spellbinding rendition of Bohemian raps City on the piano the band embarked on a musical Journey that left 72,000 fans singing along in unison creating a moment of pure magic that would be etched in the annals of rock history with over three 300 million albums sold worldwide and accolades Galore including being voted the greatest British band of all time in a national BBC poll Queen's Legacy continues to shine brightly even today Queen's trajectory through the annals of music history reads like a roller coaster ride of Epic Proportions yet amidst the highs and lows One Thing Remains abundantly clear their Journey Begins and ends with the n Matic Freddy Mercury it was a Wonder to nearly everybody when Queen Rose to prominence defying expectations and captivating audiences worldwide following their Monumental 1975 album A Night at the Opera Queen embarked on a musical Odyssey traversing diverse genres with ease from Baroque pop to Hard Rock disco rockabilly and Funk their sonic experimentation knew no bounds solidifying their status as one of Rock's most Innovative acts however by the mid 1980s queen found themselves at a Crossroads Mercury's perceived homosexuality and a controversial decision to perform in apartheid era South Africa cast a shadow over the band yet it was their electrifying performance at live a in 1985 that reignited the flame of adoration among fans and critics alike as Brian May later reflected that was entirely down to Freddy the rest of us played okay but Freddy was out there and took it to another level nearly 23 years after Mercury's untimely demise Queen's Legacy remains intertwined with his indelible Spirit despite the band's continued success with Adam Lambert it's evident that Mercury's presence looms large over their Collective memory Roger Taylor once remarked we were very close as a group but even we didn't know a lot of things about Freddy for May the experience left scars that never truly healed as he confessed the excess leaked from the music into life in the end Queen's story is one of triumphant tragedy with Freddy Mercury at its heart he was more than just a frontman he was the embodiment of the band's identity its triumphs and its failings his absence left a void that could never never be filled marking the end of an era in rock music eight Black [Music] Sabbath five decades ago in the industrial Heartland of Birmingham four ordinary Lads set out to make music little did they know they were about to unleash a seismic force that would forever alter the course of rock history Black Sabbath's self-titled debut album released on the cusp of Valentine's Day in 1970 wasn't just an album it was a revelation in the annals of rock music few albums have left as indelible a mark As Black Sabbath's inaugural Masterpiece with its thunderous riffs ominous atmosphere and lyrical themes steeped in fantasy and the Occult the album laid down the blueprint for heavy metal as we know it today as aie Osborne Tony Omi gizer Butler and Bill Ward crafted their sonic tapestry they unwittingly birthed the genre that would Captivate Legions of fans and Inspire generations of musicians to come reflecting on their groundbreaking debut Aussie Osborne himself remarked in his autobiography I am Aussie that creating the album felt as natural as a casual trip to the pub yet the truth behind Black Sabbath's all inspiring power lies in the Darkness from which it emerged while their contemporaries embraced the ethos of peace and love Black Sabbath delved into the Shadows drawing inspiration from the Realms of fantasy the occult and literature luminaries like Alistair Crowley and HP Lovecraft but what truly set Black Sabbath apart was the alchemy that occurred when these four musicians came together each member brought their aame to the table crafting a sound that was at once Primal and groundbreaking theirs was a true one-of-a-kind Moment In Time a convergence of talent and inspiration that would shape the landscape of rock music for decades to come today as we look back on Black Sabbath's legendary debut it's hard to imagine a world without their iconic songs yet at the time they were just four regular Lads with a shared passion for music oblivious to the seismic impact they were about to make seven the who the who the legendary rock band that needs no introduction but hey we'll give them one anyway because let's face it they're just that awesome it all started back in 1962 when Roger dalry decided to form a little group called The detours with a few lineup changes here and there the band eventually welcomed John N twistle and on his recommendation Pete Townson and let's not forget the PowerHouse behind the drum kit Keith Moon who joined the party in 1964 under the guidance of manager Pete Meen the band transformed into the high numbers and later The Who and boy did they know how to make an entrance with Pete smashing guitars left right in center and Keith unleashing his fury on the drums The Who quickly became known as one of the most electrifying live act s around but it wasn't until the late 60s that the who truly made their mark on the world stage with the hippie movement in full swing in Woodstock taking the World by storm the who found themselves catapulted into the spotlight they Unforgettable performance at Woodstock in front of a crowd of over 300,000 solidified their status as rock gods and introduce them to a whole new audience and let's not forget about Tommy the ground breaking double concept album that took the World by storm in 1969 controversial ambitious and utterly brilliant Tommy showcased the who's unparalleled creativity and cemented their place in music history after the explosive success of Tommy The Who continued to push the boundaries of rock music with their live album live at leads recorded on Valentine's Day night in 1970 at lead 's university in England but it wasn't until 1973 that they Unleashed another Masterpiece upon the world Quadrophenia this ambitious double album told the story of a 1960s mod and captivated audiences with its complex narrative and Powerful music however despite their continued success the band faced challenges Quadrophenia came with its own set of problems particularly when it came to performing live the band struggled with playing alongside backing tapes during concerts and ultimately the concept was abandoned despite these setbacks The Who soldiered on releasing more albums and embarking on tours throughout the early 70s but as the fame and fortune rolled in cracks began to appear each member of the band pursued individual Endeavors leading to longer gaps between concerts and albums perhaps the most notable change was seen in Keith Moon whose battle with drugs and alcohol began to take its toll his drumming became increasingly unpredictable reflecting the turmoil in his personal life tragically Keith Moon struggles with addiction culminated in his untimely death at the age of just 32 his solo album two sides of the Moon released in 1975 served as a poignant reminder of his immense talent and the demons he faced despite the loss of their beloved drummer The Who soldiered on albeit with a new lineup Kenny Jones stepped in on drums but it wasn't quite the same the band officially split up in 1982 only to reunite for the iconic live a concert in 1985 they continued to tour sporadically revisiting Classics like Tommy and Quadrophenia to the Delight of fans around the world however tragedy struck once again with the Unexpected death of John N twistle in a Las Vegas hotel room on June 27th 2002 marking the end of an era for the who six the Eagles all right folks let's talk about the Eagles the quintessential American rock band that defined an era and continues to Captivate audiences to this day formed in Sunny Los Angeles in 1971 the Eagles quick Rose to fame with their irresistible blend of rock country and folk influences led by the dynamic duo of Don Henley and Glenn Fry the band turned out hit after hit dominating the charts with iconic songs like one of these nights new kid in town and of course the Timeless Classic Hotel California but it wasn't just their catchy tunes that made the Eagles stand out it was their unparalleled success with five number one singles six number one albums and a slew of awards under their belt including six Grammys and five American Music Awards the Eagles were the epitome of musical excellence in the 1970s and let's not forget about the record-breaking compilation album their greatest hits 1971 to 1975 released in 1976 this Powerhouse collection remains one of the bestselling albums of all time solidifying the eagle status as Bonafide Rock Legends but perhaps what truly sets the Eagles apart is their enduring Legacy decades after their formation their music continues to resonate with audiences around the world with over 200 million records sold worldwide including a staggering 100 million in the us alone the Eagles are without a doubt one of the bestselling bands of all time in 1998 they were rightfully inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and in 2004 Rolling Stone named them one of the 100 greatest artists of all time not too shabby for a group of musicians who started out as backing band members for Linda ronad huh now let's dive into the dramatic tale of the Eagles final curtain call picture this it's July 31st 1980 and tensions are running High during a benefit concert for the late US senator Alan Cranston the Eagles are on stage but behind the scenes a storm is brewing years of pressure from record labels to replicate the success of their iconic 1976 album Hotel California have taken their toll and at the center of it all a simmering feud between bandmates Don Henley Glenn Fry and Don Felder when your nerves get worn really thin and frayed that's when people say things do things misbehave reflects Don Felder especially when you add fuel to the fire with drugs and alcohol it just becomes a very volatile situation your nerve Coatings are only so thick the concert erupts into chaos as egos clash and tempers flare and with that the Eagles decide to call it quits it's the end of an era but little did they know it would be their final chapter fast forward more than 40 years and the Eagles are still going strong until now after more than 5 Decades of rocking stages around the world the legendary ban has announced their retirement but fear not fans they're not fading away quietly our long run has lasted far longer than any of us ever dreamed but everything has its time and the time has come for us to close the circle the band declares in a statement the official farewell tour is currently in the planning stages we want to give all our fans a chance to see us in this final round five Fleetwood Mac we all remember Fleetwood Mac the British blues band turned pop rock Sensation that stole our hearts and topped the charts with their iconic Tunes it all started back in 1967 when Mick Fleetwood John McVey Peter Green and Jeremy Spencer joined forces to form the original lineup of Fleetwood Mack with their Roots firmly planted in the British blue scene the band quickly gained attention with their debut album and the smash hit single Albatross but it wasn't until later with the addition of members like Danny Kirwin Christine McVey Bob Welsh Stevie Nicks and Lindsay Buckingham that Fleetwood ma truly hit their stride with a move to the United States in 197 four in the infusion of Nicks and Buckingham's songwriting prowess the band underwent a transformation embracing a pop sensibility that would catapult them to super stardom in 1975 Fleetwood Mack released their self-titled album which became a runaway success Paving the way for what would become one of the bestselling albums of all time rumors this masterpiece released in 1977 not only topped the charts but also won the Grammy award for album of the year but what made rumors truly special wasn't just its Commercial Success it was the raw emotion and vulnerability captured in each song reflecting the tumultuous relationships within the band including the breakup of the mcv's marriage and Buckingham and nicks Romance the album resonated with audiences worldwide showcasing fle wood Max's unparalleled songwriting t talent and captivating vocal chemistry from The Haunting Melodies of dreams to the Infectious energy of Go Your Own Way rumors epitomized everything that made Fleetwood ma great evocative storytelling mesmerizing harmonies and a rock solid Rhythm Section that kept us grooving all night long after the Monumental success of rumors Fleetwood Mack took a unique turn with their 1979 album Tusk this idio sing rtic Venture showcased the band's willingness to push boundaries and experiment with their sound solidifying their reputation as musical innovators however as the 1980s unfolded the band members began to explore solo Endeavors with each member pursuing their own artistic paths despite this Divergence Fleetwood Mac continued to produce noteworthy albums such as Mirage in 1982 and Tango in the night in 198 87 maintaining their status as a Powerhouse in the music industry the departure of Lindsay Buckingham marked a significant transition for the band yet Fleetwood Mack persevered weathering further lineup changes in a momentous reunion Fleetwood John McVey Christine McVey Buckingham and Stevie Nicks reunited to perform at the inauguration of US President Bill Clinton in 1993 reaffirm their enduring Legacy in 1997 the core members came together once again for the dance a live album that not only showcased their Timeless hits but also introduced new material to eager fans this release reignited excitement for the band and paved the way for a triumphant US tour despite the passage of time Fleetwood ma continued to Captivate audiences releasing say you will in 2003 the their first studio album in 16 years however the absence of Christine McVey underscored her indispensable role within the band prompting her eventual return in 2014 with Christine McVey back on board Fleetwood Mack embarked on their first major tour since 2009 thrilling fans around the world although discussions of a new album talized enthusiasts the anticipated release never came to fruition instead Buckingham and Christine McVey collaborated on a self-titled album in 2017 showcasing their enduring musical chemistry in 2018 the music world was rocked by the announcement of Lindsay Buckingham's departure from Fleetwood Mack nevertheless their indelible impact on rock and roll was immortalized with their induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1998 cementing their status as Legends of the genre four Pink Floyd now let's talk about a band that needs no introduction Pink Floyd hailing from London this English rock band has left an indelible mark on the music industry with their groundbreaking sound and mindbending compositions formed in 1965 Pink Floyd quickly gained a following is one of the pioneering British psychedelic groups led by the enigmatic Sid Barrett the original lineup also included Nick Mason Roger Waters and Richard Wright with Barrett at the helm they released hit singles like Arnold Lane and c Emily play captivating audiences with their experimental sound and Whimsical lyrics but it was in December 1967 that Pink Floyd underwent a significant change with the addition of guitarist and vocalist David Gilmore shortly after Barrett's deteriorating mental health led to his departure from the band leaving Waters to step up as the primary Lyricist and creative force behind Pink Floyd's iconic albums under wat's leadership Pink Floyd reached new heights of success producing some of the most influential albums in rock history from the introspective journey of the dark side of the moon to the poignant reflections of wish you were here and the dystopian vision of animals each album was a Masterpiece in its own right but perhaps the Pinnacle of Pink Floyd's career came with the release of the wall in 1979 a sprawling double album accompanied by a groundbreaking stage show and later adapted into a musical film The Wall cemented Pink Floyd status is one of the greatest bands of all time following personal tensions right left Pink Floyd in 1981 followed by Waters in 1985 Gilmore and Mason continued as Pink Floyd rejoined later by Wright they produced the album's a momentary lapse of Reason 1987 and The Division Bell 1994 backed by Major tours before entering a long Hiatus in 2005 Albert Barrett reunited for a performance at the global awareness event live 8 Barrett died in 2006 and Wright in 200 8 the last Pink Floyd studio album The Endless River 2014 was based on unreleased material from The Division Bell recording sessions in 2022 Gilmore and Mason reformed Pink Floyd to release the song Hey Hey rise up in protest at the Russian invasion of Ukraine three lad Zeppelin rock in the Moonshine rocking in the Great they are among the pioneers of hard rock perhaps even heavy metal they are one of the most successful in Innovative bands in music history since their founding in 1968 they have sold more than 300 million records worldwide many musicians still refer to Jimmy pagee and his comrades in arms as an inspiration today originally called the new Yard Birds lead Zeppelin was formed in 1968 by Jimmy pagee the last lead guitarist for the legendary British blues band The Yardbirds basist and keyboard player Jones like Paige was a veteran Studio musician vocalist plant and drummer bonum came from little known provincial bands they were influenced by a variety of styles of music including early rock and roll heavy metal psychedelic rock blues folk Celtic Indian and Arabic music although acoustic and folk-based music was part of the band's repertoire from its Inception it was the bottom heavy loud raw and Powerful electric style that gained them their following and notoriety early on their first two albums included many of the songs that prompted Leed Zeppelin's categorization as a precursor of heavy metal one of Leed Zeppelin's most famous songs is Stairway to Heaven its gentle acoustic opening builds to an exhilarating climax featuring an electric guitar solo this combination of acoustic and electric sections was typical for Paige who from the band's beginning was interested in juxtaposing what he called light and shade this song appeared on the band's fourth and most famous album released Untitled on the album cover are four runic symbols representing the band's members while the screen printed lyrics to Stairway represent the mystical mythological meaning of the song Led Zeppelin disbanded in 1980 after Bonham's accidental death the group reformed for short one-off performances in 1985 the live a benefit 1988 Atlantic Records 40th anniversary concert and 1995 the band's induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame much more momentous was the group's full-blown concert in London in December 2007 to honor Atlantic's co-founder AMT erigon at which Bonham's son Jason played the drums although the recording Academy has honored Leed Zeppelin with a Lifetime Achievement Award in 2005 the group received its first Grammy Award in 2014 for Celebration Day 2012 a live album derived from the 2007 Reunion Show in 2012 Led Zeppelin was named a It Center honorie two The Sex Pistols the band lasted just two and a half years But the Sex Pistols Legacy lives on the Sex Pistols who created the British Punk movement of the late 1970s and who with the song God Save the Queen became a symbol of the United Kingdom's social and political turmoil the original members were vocalist Johnny roton guitarist Steve Jones drummer Paul Cook and basist Glenn Matlock a later member was basist Sid Vicious thrown together in September 1975 by manager Malcolm McLaren to promote sex his London clothing store The Sex Pistols began mixing 1960s English pop music influences the small faces the who with those of 1970s rock Renegades Iggy and the Stooges the New York Dolls in an attempt to strip Rock's complexities to the Bone by the summer of 1976 The Sex Pistols had attracted an avid fan base and successfully updated the energies of the 1960s mods for the malignant teenage mood of the 70s heavily stylized in their image and music media Savvy and ambitious in their use of lyrics The Sex Pistols became the leaders of the new Teenage movement called punk by the British press in the Autumn of 1976 their first single Anarchy in the UK was both a call to arms and a state of the nation address when they used profanity on live television in December 1976 the group became a national sensation scandalized in the Tabloid press the Sex Pistols were dropped by their first record company Emi in January 1977 their next contract with A&M Records Was severed after only a few days in March in June 1977 The Sex Pistols released their second single God Save the Queen in conjunction with the Silver Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II her 25th anniversary of Ascension to the throne although banned by the British media the single rose rapidly to number two on the charts as Public Enemies number one The Sex Pistols were subjected to physical violence and harassment despite a second top 10 record pretty vacant The Sex Pistols stalled barely able to play in the United Kingdom because of local government bans they became Meed in preparations for a film in the worsening drug use of rotten's friend vicious who had replaced Matlock in February 1977 their bunker mentality is evident on their third top 10 hit holidays in the Sun by the time their album never mind the Bullocks here's the sex pist reached number one in early November Roden vicious Jones and cook had recorded together for the last time a short disastrous US tour precipitated the group split in January 1978 following their biggest show to date in San Francisco attempting to keep the Sex Pistols going with the film project that became the great rock and roll Swindle 1980 McLaren issued records with an increasingly uncontrollable vicious as the vocalist a cover version of Eddie Cochran's come on everybody became the group's best-selling single following vicious's fatal heroin overdose in New York City in February 1979 while out on bail he was charged with the murder of his girlfriend Nancy spongin that same month McLaren was Sued By Rotten and the sex pistol disappeared into receivership only to be revived some years after the 1986 court case that restored control of their Affairs to the group one the police the police British American New Wave band that Blended ree jazz funk Punk and World music influences into a hook Laden pop rock five best-selling albums a bevy of hits and aggressive touring including stops in countries usually overlooked by Western pop musicians combined to make the police the world most popular band in the early 1980s the members were sting Stuart Copeland and Andy Summers unlike most of their Punk contemporaries the police were skilled musicians when they came together in London in 1977 drummer Copeland played with the progressive rock band curved air basis vocalist songwriter sting performed with jazz combos in Newcastle and Summers who replaced the group's original guitarist Henry pavani was a veteran of numerous British rhythm and blues rock bands the group reached its commercial and critical Peak with the multiplatinum album synchronicity 1983 on all their work Summer's evocative guitar playing in Copeland's poly rythmic virtuosity provided a solid foundation for Sting's impassioned vocals and sophisticated lyrics which included references to Vladimir Nabokov and Arthur Kesler fans were left puzzled by the police's sudden disbandment shortly after the release of synchronicity without any formal announcement Summers explains that lead vocalist and basist sting felt he could pursue a solo career and didn't need The Band anymore although the decision seemed appealing at the time it was devastating for the other members of the band instead of announcing the end of the police their manager miles Copeland wanted to keep it quiet it took some is about a year to come clean and tell the truth about the band's breakup he couldn't bear lying anymore in March 1984 after completing their synchronicity tour the band members pursued individual projects sting released his solo debut album the dream of the blue turtles while drummer St Copeland focused on His World music album film Project the rhythmatist and Summers collaborated with Robert Frip on a second record it is true that attempts to reunite the band were made but they were unsuccessful and as Summers describes it pathetic thanks for tuning in to our journey through the rise and fall of the early 7s top 10 biggest bands if you enjoyed this video don't forget to hit the like button and subscribe for more fascinating music history content keep rocking and see you next time

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Published: Thu May 09 2024