15. The Kinks
The Kinks emerged at the height of British rhythm and blues, and the four working-class lads from North London produced a number of chart-topping records reflecting English culture and lifestyle making them idols in Britain during the mid to late 1960s. Ray and Dave Davies, Mick Avory, and Peter Quaife, fueled by the sharp songwriting of Ray Davies, presented a rebellious image which influenced bands such as Blur and Oasis.
The Kinks
Just like in Oasis, brotherly rivalry was rife in the Kinks between brothers Ray and Dave Davies, but it was recently announced that over two decades after their split, the band is recording new tracks! We will definitely be on the lookout for their new releases!
14. The Doors
Since their big break in the LA music scene in 1965, leading to their huge success, The Doors had left an unforgettable imprint on American rock in only six years, before Morrison’s untimely death in 1971. Their undeniable success was, in part, due to their charismatic and iconic frontman, Jim Morrison, whose excellent poetry and intuitive, unhinged stage presence really blew people away. The unique sounds composed and produced by keyboardist Ray Manzarek, guitarist Robby Krieger, and drummer John Densmore, complimented and enhanced Morrison’s powerful and erratic delivery even more.
The Doors
Combined, The Doors had a really unique sound of rock n’ roll, mixed with avant-garde music and poetry, with a psychedelic groove, all ensuring their place as one of the most influential rock n’ roll bands of their time.
