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Let’s take a quick look at what’s popular! America’s popular bands

Researching American bands!

From popular acts to genreless, timeless picks, we’ve got you covered.

Country, alternative, surf rock, jazz, hard rock, and metal—there’s a wide range of sounds to explore.

If you’re someone who “loves bands that radiate an American spirit” or wants to “dig into sounds rooted in the U.

S.

,” this is for you.

You can also scan from the top like a popularity ranking, so we hope it helps anyone doing their research.

Now, please enjoy.

Let’s take a quick look at what’s popular! Popular American bands (71–80)

Rock This TownStray cats

Stray Cats – Rock This Town (Live 1983)
Rock This TownStray cats

Included on the 1981 album “Stray Cats.” A three-piece from New York formed in 1979, they took the world by storm as a neo-rockabilly band and have had an enormous influence on the bands that followed.

The crackling slap of the upright bass and the driving guitar sound naturally set your heart dancing.

Light My FireThe Doors

Included on the 1967 album “The Doors.” A four-piece from Los Angeles that began activity around 1965, they had a distinctive lineup with no bass player.

The band garnered fervent support from fans for Jim Morrison’s enigmatic lyrics, often praised as rock literature.

In conclusion

We’ve introduced many popular American bands up to this point—bands that feel quintessentially American.

Did you find any you like or a new favorite song? Country, alternative, surf rock, jazz, hard rock, metal—you’ve heard a wide range of sounds.

Seeing them all laid out like this makes the popularity crystal clear, and it’s pretty interesting, isn’t it?