with the amps turn to 11 and these bands
onstage you know that you’ll be getting
your money’s worth
welcome to watchmojo.com and today we’re
counting down our picks for the top ten
live musical bands of all time for this
list we’re ranking the most popular
energetic and influential live musical
acts of all time based upon their proven
ability to deliver their music to the
masses on a consistent basis if you’re
looking for more modern bands be sure to
look out for our list of top 10 current
live bands now without further ado let’s
get the show on the road
number ten
when it comes to live performances their
showmanship and then there’s the who
this British rock institution carved a
career out of legendary live
performances which balance the stability
of John Entwistle and the wildness of
Keith Moon and the dynamic energy of
Roger Daltrey
with Pete Townshend’s famous and often
imitated windmill strong its sheer
destruction and perfectly crafted songs
there’s also that’s I chronic 1967
televised performance of my generation
when moons double dose of explosives in
his drum kit caused a blast which
allegedly led to Townshend’s developing
tinnitus years later number nine Black
Sabbath and Ozzy Osbourne
rock and roll became a whole lot darker
when Black Sabbath hits the scene giving
birth to the doom II and gloomy sound of
heavy metal Sabbath’s powerful live
performances throughout the 1970s proved
that dark studio albums didn’t
necessarily translate to boring concert
a lot of the success in the live arena
could be attributed to the band’s
frontman John Ozzy Osbourne whose
forceful presence behind the microphone
could only be described as completely
magnetic
you
ozzie would only continue to cultivate
his showmanship throughout his solo
career and numerous reunions with Black
Sabbath making him a show onto himself
number eight
ac/dc
we have just two words to say when it
comes to describing the focal point of a
CDC’s longevity as a live act Angus
Young
the younger brother of guitars Malcolm
young anguses school boy costume
blistering lead guitar work and iconic
take on Chuck Berry’s duck walk has led
the ac/dc ax man hopping into the hearts
of rock bands all over the world
of course there is more to ac/dc than
just Angus while the band has gone
through a considerable amount of lineup
changes the energy of their live shows
has continuously blown us away tour
after tour
number seven Iron Maiden
this next group has always delivered the
goods live but the legend that is Iron
Maiden has also did something a bit more
challenging they’ve captured
imaginations
chalk it up to maidens thinking man’s
lyrics referencing famous works of
literature and film or maybe it’s the
air raid siren vocals of fret man Bruce
Dickinson but fans of this iconic
British metal institution have grown to
expect an emotional connection every
time the band performs live
oh and there’s also the fact that Iron
Maiden themselves happen to be some of
the most captivating musicians of their
era particularly bandleader and bassist
Steve Harris
number six Led Zeppelin
there was always a cult of mystery and
mysticism surrounding the members of Led
Zeppelin particularly guitarist Jimmy
Page whose enigmatic presence and live
magnetic ISM made these rockers a
must-see
of course pages partner-in-crime Robert
Plant deserves additional props thanks
to his lion mane swaggering sex God
persona practically setting the template
for hardrock lead singers ah come here
calling me back
while the rhythm section of bassist John
Paul Jones and drummer John Bonham dizzy
the audience with they’re off the charts
musical prowess Led Zep is one of rock’s
most celebrated recipes for success and
a hard act to follow
number five the rolling stone
with a live show that only grows bigger
as they age the snows themselves are one
of the most naturally cohesive units
you’re ever likely to catch live
from the cogut our work of Ronnie Wood
to the rock solid perfect drumming of
Charlie Watts but it’s no secret that
creative friction between Mick Jagger
and Keith Richards has led to what is
essentially two electrifying presences
on stage fighting for the audience’s
attention
there are worse problems for a Bantu hat
number four Bruce Springsteen
the name Bruce Springsteen has become
virtually synonymous at this point with
passionate sweaty life-affirming live
performances thanks largely to the
reputation this New Jersey native earned
during his concerts in the 1970s and 80s
and favorite Springsteen tracks Born to
Run Thunder Road and born in the USA
have grown to full icon status over the
years as Bruce and his East reedbeds
have delivered show after show of
performances which sometimes literally
left everything out there on the stage
for
trust us a Springsteen show has to be
seen in person to truly understand it’s
raw visceral power
number three you to Boise
very few bands provide the sort of
immersive interactive experience in the
live arena quite like Ireland’s YouTube
this smart creative and politically
active bands have always presented their
concerts as an opportunity to connect
with their audience on an intellectual
level
while simultaneously commenting on such
issues as consumerism or sensory
overload with their popmart and zoo TV
tour
what’s particularly great about the band
however is how they combine this
high-mindedness with perfect
musicianship and a dedication to
providing the best possible show for
their scores of rabid fans
number two Pink Floyd
Pink Floyd Studio work was known for big
ideas and even bigger sound but they
became so much larger on stage
interested in bringing visual
stimulation even in their early days
Floyd up their game adding advanced
quadrophonic sound systems
sound effects lights and props to the
live show
behind all the gimmickry we’re talented
musicians who at their best created
stimulating and fans satisfying works
like the wall animals Dark Side of the
Moon and more importantly captured the
imaginations of millions on their
respective tours
before we reveal our top pick for the
number one live musical act here are a
few honorable mentions
yo super
and the
and Karissa
so uh number one queen somebody do we
even have to explain this just watching
this legendary footage from Queens
conferring live performance at the Live
Aid Festival is enough to convince
almost anyone that Freddie Mercury and
the boys were the best live musical act
of all time
momentarily setting aside Mercury’s
proven ability as rocks most triumphant
and visually stunning frontman
guitarist Brian May bassist John Deacon
and drummer Roger Taylor were also
musical virtuosos able to effortlessly
keep up with backing and lead vocals
while Mercury helped a crowd in the palm
of his hand with his inimitable almost
effortless style
so do you agree with our list what is
your favorite live act of all time
for more fun top ten list published
every day please subscribe to
watchmojo.com
you
onstage you know that you’ll be getting
your money’s worth
welcome to watchmojo.com and today we’re
counting down our picks for the top ten
live musical bands of all time for this
list we’re ranking the most popular
energetic and influential live musical
acts of all time based upon their proven
ability to deliver their music to the
masses on a consistent basis if you’re
looking for more modern bands be sure to
look out for our list of top 10 current
live bands now without further ado let’s
get the show on the road
number ten
when it comes to live performances their
showmanship and then there’s the who
this British rock institution carved a
career out of legendary live
performances which balance the stability
of John Entwistle and the wildness of
Keith Moon and the dynamic energy of
Roger Daltrey
with Pete Townshend’s famous and often
imitated windmill strong its sheer
destruction and perfectly crafted songs
there’s also that’s I chronic 1967
televised performance of my generation
when moons double dose of explosives in
his drum kit caused a blast which
allegedly led to Townshend’s developing
tinnitus years later number nine Black
Sabbath and Ozzy Osbourne
rock and roll became a whole lot darker
when Black Sabbath hits the scene giving
birth to the doom II and gloomy sound of
heavy metal Sabbath’s powerful live
performances throughout the 1970s proved
that dark studio albums didn’t
necessarily translate to boring concert
a lot of the success in the live arena
could be attributed to the band’s
frontman John Ozzy Osbourne whose
forceful presence behind the microphone
could only be described as completely
magnetic
you
ozzie would only continue to cultivate
his showmanship throughout his solo
career and numerous reunions with Black
Sabbath making him a show onto himself
number eight
ac/dc
we have just two words to say when it
comes to describing the focal point of a
CDC’s longevity as a live act Angus
Young
the younger brother of guitars Malcolm
young anguses school boy costume
blistering lead guitar work and iconic
take on Chuck Berry’s duck walk has led
the ac/dc ax man hopping into the hearts
of rock bands all over the world
of course there is more to ac/dc than
just Angus while the band has gone
through a considerable amount of lineup
changes the energy of their live shows
has continuously blown us away tour
after tour
number seven Iron Maiden
this next group has always delivered the
goods live but the legend that is Iron
Maiden has also did something a bit more
challenging they’ve captured
imaginations
chalk it up to maidens thinking man’s
lyrics referencing famous works of
literature and film or maybe it’s the
air raid siren vocals of fret man Bruce
Dickinson but fans of this iconic
British metal institution have grown to
expect an emotional connection every
time the band performs live
oh and there’s also the fact that Iron
Maiden themselves happen to be some of
the most captivating musicians of their
era particularly bandleader and bassist
Steve Harris
number six Led Zeppelin
there was always a cult of mystery and
mysticism surrounding the members of Led
Zeppelin particularly guitarist Jimmy
Page whose enigmatic presence and live
magnetic ISM made these rockers a
must-see
of course pages partner-in-crime Robert
Plant deserves additional props thanks
to his lion mane swaggering sex God
persona practically setting the template
for hardrock lead singers ah come here
calling me back
while the rhythm section of bassist John
Paul Jones and drummer John Bonham dizzy
the audience with they’re off the charts
musical prowess Led Zep is one of rock’s
most celebrated recipes for success and
a hard act to follow
number five the rolling stone
with a live show that only grows bigger
as they age the snows themselves are one
of the most naturally cohesive units
you’re ever likely to catch live
from the cogut our work of Ronnie Wood
to the rock solid perfect drumming of
Charlie Watts but it’s no secret that
creative friction between Mick Jagger
and Keith Richards has led to what is
essentially two electrifying presences
on stage fighting for the audience’s
attention
there are worse problems for a Bantu hat
number four Bruce Springsteen
the name Bruce Springsteen has become
virtually synonymous at this point with
passionate sweaty life-affirming live
performances thanks largely to the
reputation this New Jersey native earned
during his concerts in the 1970s and 80s
and favorite Springsteen tracks Born to
Run Thunder Road and born in the USA
have grown to full icon status over the
years as Bruce and his East reedbeds
have delivered show after show of
performances which sometimes literally
left everything out there on the stage
for
trust us a Springsteen show has to be
seen in person to truly understand it’s
raw visceral power
number three you to Boise
very few bands provide the sort of
immersive interactive experience in the
live arena quite like Ireland’s YouTube
this smart creative and politically
active bands have always presented their
concerts as an opportunity to connect
with their audience on an intellectual
level
while simultaneously commenting on such
issues as consumerism or sensory
overload with their popmart and zoo TV
tour
what’s particularly great about the band
however is how they combine this
high-mindedness with perfect
musicianship and a dedication to
providing the best possible show for
their scores of rabid fans
number two Pink Floyd
Pink Floyd Studio work was known for big
ideas and even bigger sound but they
became so much larger on stage
interested in bringing visual
stimulation even in their early days
Floyd up their game adding advanced
quadrophonic sound systems
sound effects lights and props to the
live show
behind all the gimmickry we’re talented
musicians who at their best created
stimulating and fans satisfying works
like the wall animals Dark Side of the
Moon and more importantly captured the
imaginations of millions on their
respective tours
before we reveal our top pick for the
number one live musical act here are a
few honorable mentions
yo super
and the
and Karissa
so uh number one queen somebody do we
even have to explain this just watching
this legendary footage from Queens
conferring live performance at the Live
Aid Festival is enough to convince
almost anyone that Freddie Mercury and
the boys were the best live musical act
of all time
momentarily setting aside Mercury’s
proven ability as rocks most triumphant
and visually stunning frontman
guitarist Brian May bassist John Deacon
and drummer Roger Taylor were also
musical virtuosos able to effortlessly
keep up with backing and lead vocals
while Mercury helped a crowd in the palm
of his hand with his inimitable almost
effortless style
so do you agree with our list what is
your favorite live act of all time
for more fun top ten list published
every day please subscribe to
watchmojo.com
you
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