90s Rock Revolution! A Collection of Masterpieces by Western Bands That Colored the 90s
The 1990s were a time of major transformation in the rock scene, with the rise of movements like alternative rock and grunge that didn’t fit into existing rock categories.
From pop punk and shoegaze to nu metal and rap metal, and innovative sounds that fused rock with dance music and techno—the sensibility that truly deserves to be called a “mixture” gave birth to ’90s rock, which continues to have a huge influence on young musicians even in the 2020s.
In this article, we’ll introduce a roundup of classic songs by Western rock bands from the ’90s!
It’s a lineup focused on essential, definitive tracks—perfect for anyone who wants to start exploring ’90s rock.
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- Great Western pop masterpieces and hit songs of the 90s
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- [Back to the '90s!] Dance Music from Western Hits of the 1990s
- Debut song by a 90s Western girls' band
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- Cheering songs in Western music that were hits in the ’90s. World-famous classics and popular tracks.
- Recommended Western alternative rock bands that connect to the modern rock scene
- All masterpieces! Western pop ballads that were hits in the ’90s
90s Rock Revolution! ~ A Collection of Classic Songs by Foreign Bands That Colored the 90s (101–110)
Saint Of MeThe Rolling Stones
A track from the album “Bridges to Babylon,” it’s an excellent song that carries the raw soul of rock ’n’ roll while also hinting at new musical directions.
Holding a special place in The Rolling Stones’ history, the song was released in September 1997 and issued as a single in February 1998.
Its powerful yet delicate guitar riffs, Mick Jagger’s distinctive vocals, and a contemporary production blend seamlessly to captivate listeners.
Addressing universal themes such as sin and salvation, temptation and redemption, the lyrics probe the human condition and resonate deeply.
This work both underscores the Stones’ enduring spirit of innovation and embodies the diversity of ’90s rock—an essential listen for any music fan.
Friday Im In LoveThe Cure
A track that sings about love for a lover on Friday nights.
It was released in 1992 by the British rock band The Cure.
The music video directed by Tim Pope won an MTV Video Music Award.
In conclusion
Just by taking a quick look at the band names introduced here, you can tell that many of them are still active in the 2020s.
You probably also came across some songs you’ve heard somewhere before.
One of the great things about ’90s Western rock is that, across a wide variety of genres, it was an era that produced a wealth of smash hits and timeless classics that resonate with the heart.
I’d be delighted if this article serves as a starting point to spark your interest in ’90s Western rock!