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Niko B Nick Lowe Albums: The Solo Collection, Barcelona, Mr. Bad Guy, Time, Guide Me Home Freddie Mercury (born Farrokh Bulsara; 5 September 1946 - 24 November 1991) was a British singer, songwriter, record producer, and lead vocalist of the rock band Queen. Christopher Morley (drums), John-Michael Hedley (bass), Ewan Mackenzie (drums), Best known songs:Feed The Rats, Shockmaster, GNT, Cake Of Light, Reason for name:The bands frontman Matt Baty revealed in an interview: the name came from making music with a band on its last legs, which just wasnt fun anymore. 5. Members:Ian McCulloch (vocals, guitar), Will Sergeant (guitars, With the genre becoming popular in the late 1970s and 1980s, the following article is a list of notable synth-pop acts, listed by the first letter in their name (not including articles such as "a", "an", or "the"). New Boyz Normani Norman Greenbaum Their self-titled debut, "Asia", was the biggest album of 1982 . The Top Ten. 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Pink Floydmade hits in spite of themselves.Producer Bob Ezrin told Guitar World in 2009 of the makings of the band's magnum opus, "The Wall," "The most important thing I did for . I have fond high school memories of listening to this band's classic hits, like "My First Kiss" and "STARSTRUKK." I'll never forget attending homecoming . Meat Loaf 15. If you have a view, opinion, or band . Natasha Bedingfield Keep an eye on your council's website for information on its budget plans for the 2023/24 financial year - that will include information on any rate hikes. Alli Patton Noisettes while living in Germany. John Baillie Junior (both vocals), Duncan Robertson, David Foy (both guitar), Vote up the top bands and musicians with a number or digit in their names. Triangle, Boa vs Python, Whats Your Damage. The indie band Modest Mouse takes its name from a passage in Virginia Woolfs 1917 short story, The Mark on the Wall. The lines in question read: I wish I could hit upon a pleasant track of thought, a track indirectly reflecting credit upon myself, for those are the pleasantest thoughts, and very frequent even in the minds of modest, mouse-colored people, who believe genuinely that they dislike to hear their own praises.. obscurity. And, if you live in an all-student household, you could get a 100% discount. Elaborate Constellations 7. 1 The Jackson 5 The Jackson 5, or Jackson Five, also known as The Jacksons in later years, is an American popular music group. Nanci Griffith Solo artists are listed by surname and groups are listed by full names excluding "the" or any foreign translations of "the". Think Green Day or Yellowcard. [RELATED: 6 Bands With Lead Singers Who Died Way Too Early]. And did you know Jethro Tull and Pink Floyd were based on real people? 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They released four albums under the name Tyrannosaurus Rex before shortening the name . Neneh Cherry The name means something to us, but yes, there are a lot of boring bands out there with boring names, so some people may think its a parody., Members:Shaun Libman (vocals, cowbell, claps, tambourine, antics), Luke Reason for name:The brother of lead singer Doug Robb stumbled upon the name Formed in 1963 under the name the Jackson Brothers, the founding members were Jackie, Tito, Jermaine, and Marlon. Brass Band I just dont get it, he said when asked about the idea of a band touring after the passing of key members. Learn more at. New Found Glory 17. Nines Neiked NOFX This could mean you're moved to a higher band - and your neighbours' too. Baron Mordant Baroness Marc Baron Ali Akbar Khan B.B. L7 17. Black Sabbath's Apocalypse of Horror", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=List_of_band_name_etymologies&oldid=1137394640, This page was last edited on 4 February 2023, at 11:36. 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Years active:1977 Neil Sedaka Noel Paul Stookey There are a number of discounts you could get - but they will vary depending on your circumstances. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_ppmv_yH4Mc. Reason for name:Bowling For Soups name references comedian Steve Martins routine about a game show called Bowling for Sh. However, fearing the repercussions of having a swear word in their name, the band opted for Bowling For Soup. In this page you will find a list of 100+ best 90s rock bands, based on their commercial success, critical acclaim, and influence. Cynthia Bowers (August 23, 2009). Appreciate you letting us know! synthesizer, mellotron, bass guitar, sitar, zurna, clarinet, saxophone), Best known songs:Hit, Kompost, Hey, Shut Up! Black Emperor Emperor Traumprinz Prince Rama Princess Superstar Queen Adreena Decibelle 14 Jun 2019, 1:36:10 PM King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard szo 14 Jun 2019, 1:36:52 PM edited Godspeed You! 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