Top 8 Rock Bands of 21st Century Revealed – Find Out Who Made the List!
Guess who Billboard named as the Biggest Rock Band of the 21st Century? If you guessed Nickelback, you’re right! According to the weekly music magazine known for keeping track of all the big charts, Nickelback snagged the top spot for rock acts, coming in at No. 26 overall.
With their 2001 hit single “How You Remind Me” being the most played song on the radio in the 2000s, Nickelback has also had several Top 10 hits on the Hot 100 chart like “Someday,” “Photograph,” “Rockstar,” and more. Their presence on Mainstream Rock, Pop, Adult Alternative, and Alternative Airplay charts has solidified their position as the rock band to beat.
But hold on to the idea that rock is dead? Not so fast. In addition to Nickelback, seven more rock bands made it onto Billboard’s Top 100 Artists of the 21st Century list. And let’s not forget the five acts that straddle the pop, alternative, and rock worlds, making waves and leaving a mark.
Among the rock heavyweights, Linkin Park sits pretty at No. 37, with hits like “In the End” and “New Divide” dominating the charts. Avril Lavigne, the reigning queen of rock, claimed the No. 47 spot with hits like “Complicated” and “Sk8er Boi.” Creed, 3 Doors Down, Kid Rock, Daughtry, and Fall Out Boy also made the list, showcasing their rock prowess.
But it’s not just classic rock bands. Acts like Santana, Gwen Stefani, Twenty One Pilots, Coldplay, and Imagine Dragons have successfully straddled the line between rock and pop, earning them a spot on the coveted list. Each artist brings their unique sound and style to the table, carving out their niche in the rock world and beyond.
For the full list of Billboard’s Top 100 Artists of the 21st Century, head over to Billboard to see who else made the cut. Rock on!