Great Britain is an island country in northwestern Europe, creative personalities which are known all over the world. Many may not agree with this rating. This list was compiled based on factors such as originality and social or cultural impact, which means that some bands you might expect to see on the list are missing.
1. The Beatles
The Beatles are still the undisputed champion of British music, even three decades after their breakup. Founded in Liverpool in 1960, they remain the most influential band of the rock era, having pioneered more pop music than any other group in the world.
The Beatles remain the best-selling group in both the UK and the US. Over the course of their relatively short career, they have scored an incredible number of UK chart toppers.
2. Oasis
Oasis were formed in 1991 and quickly rose to fame, media mass media The similarities between the group and The Beatles have often been commented on. Long-term public interest in the group remained high but not exceptional.
Their sound took inspiration from the work of early rock bands. In many ways, the band belongs to the Alternative Rock genre. Their songs have reached number one in the British charts eight times.
3. The Kinks
Influential English pop rock band with roots in Rhythm & Blues, Music Hall and Country music. Recognized as one of the most significant contributors to British music, The Kinks have continued to captivate audiences for almost four decades. Hailing from Muswell Hill in London, The Kinks achieved tremendous success in the UK and later in America.
4. The Clash
The Clash - British musical group, formed in 1976 in London under the influence of the music and image of the punk rock group Sex Pistols. The Clash are one of the first and most famous performing groups punk rock. Despite the band's great popularity in the punk scene, they also experimented with other musical styles, from reggae to hip-hop. Such breadth musical range, political uncompromisingness, concerts full of energy and provocations brought The Clash major success, uncharacteristic for punk, at home and abroad.
5.Queen
The English rock band is known for its quasi-operatic signature sound and live concerts. Queen was formed in 1970, and Roger Taylor and Brian May are considered its founders. Later Freddie Mercury joined the team, who came up with the main name of the group. Before Freddie, the band included bassists Mike Grow, Barry Mitchell, and Doug Bogey. They were replaced by John Deacon, who remained in the musical community for many years.
6. Pink Floyd
The British group has retained fans all over the world for more than thirty years of its existence. Having developed within the framework of the psychedelic underground, the group’s creativity developed further in the mainstream of art rock - not by chance developed by the musicians musical style sometimes called psychedelic art rock. Over time, their work has undergone significant changes, but the best of what has been achieved has always been preserved and the group has never lost its taste for further experiments. The group's innovation was evident not only in music, but also in the use of the latest technical advances in studio work and at concerts. Thus, the group was one of the first to use laser and quadraphonic equipment, demonstrated slides, films, animation, etc.
7. Led Zeppelin
Formed in London in 1968, Led Zeppelin are considered one of the pioneers of the Hard Rock/Heavy Metal music genre. At the center of the group were the songwriting talents of guitarist Jimmy Page and the composing abilities of keyboardist John Paul Jones.
8. The Stone Roses
The Stone Roses are a British rock band that was one of the leaders of the “Manchester wave” at the turn of the 1980s and 1990s. Their 1989 debut album The Stone Roses quickly became a classic in the UK.
9. The La's
British rock band from Liverpool, popular from the mid-1980s to the early 1990s. Singer, songwriter and guitarist Lee Mavers is the band's most popular member thanks to the hit "There She Goes". The group was formed by Mike Badger in 1984, and Mavers joined the group shortly after the group gained popularity.
10. The Streets
Mike Skinner, better known by his stage name The Streets is a rapper from Birmingham, England who pioneered the introduction of socio-political themes into the British 2-step/grime movement.
11. Slade
In 1974, the English magazine "Pop today" wrote the following about them: “Until now, there have been few rock groups that would have brought so many radical innovations and changes to their stage image, and would have been distinguished by such a characteristic image: clothes, style, manners.”. Many critics call Slade the most melodic rock band since The Beatles, but also "the most underrated... which was literally destroyed by clever journalists".
12. T. Rex
British rock band formed in 1967 in London under the name Tyrannosaurus Rex as the acoustic folk-rock duo of Marc Bolan and Steve Peregrine Took. They were one of the brightest representatives of the British Underground. In 1969 the name was shortened to T. rex; Having achieved great success on the UK charts in the early 1970s, the band became one of the leading figures in the glam rock movement and lasted until Bolan's death in 1977.
Top 12 best British music groups updated: August 16, 2017 by: Ekaterina Kadurina
Great Britain is an island state in northwestern Europe, whose creative personalities are known throughout the world. Many may not agree with this rating. This list was compiled based on factors such as originality and social or cultural impact, which means that some bands you might expect to see on the list are missing.
1. The Beatles
The Beatles are still the undisputed champion of British music, even three decades after their breakup. Founded in Liverpool in 1960, they remain the most influential band of the rock era, having pioneered more pop music than any other group in the world.
The Beatles remain the best-selling group in both the UK and the US. Over the course of their relatively short career, they have scored an incredible number of UK chart toppers.
2. Oasis
Oasis formed in 1991 and quickly rose to fame, with the media often commenting on the similarities between the band and The Beatles. Long-term public interest in the group remained high but not exceptional.
Their sound took inspiration from the work of early rock bands. In many ways, the band belongs to the Alternative Rock genre. Their songs have reached number one in the British charts eight times.
3. The Kinks
Influential English pop rock band with roots in Rhythm & Blues, Music Hall and Country music. Recognized as one of the most significant contributors to British music, The Kinks have continued to captivate audiences for almost four decades. Hailing from Muswell Hill in London, The Kinks achieved tremendous success in the UK and later in America.
4. The Clash
The Clash is a British musical group formed in 1976 in London, influenced by the music and image of the punk rock group Sex Pistols. The Clash are one of the first and most famous punk rock bands. Despite the band's great popularity in the punk scene, they also experimented with other musical styles, from reggae to hip-hop. Such a breadth of musical range, political uncompromisingness, and concerts full of energy and provocation brought The Clash major success, uncharacteristic of punk, at home and abroad.
5.Queen
The English rock band is known for its quasi-operatic signature sound and live concerts. Queen was formed in 1970, and Roger Taylor and Brian May are considered its founders. Later Freddie Mercury joined the team, who came up with the main name of the group. Before Freddie, the band included bassists Mike Grow, Barry Mitchell, and Doug Bogey. They were replaced by John Deacon, who remained in the musical community for many years.
6. Pink Floyd
The British group has retained fans all over the world for more than thirty years of its existence. Having developed within the framework of the psychedelic underground, the group’s creativity developed further in the direction of art rock - it is no coincidence that the musical style developed by the musicians is sometimes called psychedelic art rock. Over time, their work has undergone significant changes, but the best of what has been achieved has always been preserved and the group has never lost its taste for further experiments. The group's innovation was evident not only in music, but also in the use of the latest technical advances in studio work and at concerts. Thus, the group was one of the first to use laser and quadraphonic equipment, demonstrated slides, films, animation, etc.
7. Led Zeppelin
Formed in London in 1968, Led Zeppelin are considered one of the pioneers of the Hard Rock/Heavy Metal music genre. At the center of the group were the songwriting talents of guitarist Jimmy Page and the composing abilities of keyboardist John Paul Jones.
8. The Stone Roses
The Stone Roses are a British rock band that was one of the leaders of the “Manchester wave” at the turn of the 1980s and 1990s. Their 1989 debut album The Stone Roses quickly became a classic in the UK.
9. The La's
British rock band from Liverpool, popular from the mid-1980s to the early 1990s. Singer, songwriter and guitarist Lee Mavers is the band's most popular member thanks to the hit "There She Goes". The group was formed by Mike Badger in 1984, and Mavers joined the group shortly after the group gained popularity.
10. The Streets
Mike Skinner, better known by his stage name The Streets is a rapper from Birmingham, England who pioneered the introduction of socio-political themes into the British 2-step/grime movement.
11. Slade
In 1974, the English magazine "Pop today" wrote the following about them: “Until now, there have been few rock groups that would have brought so many radical innovations and changes to their stage image, and would have been distinguished by such a characteristic image: clothes, style, manners.”. Many critics call Slade the most melodic rock band since The Beatles, but also "the most underrated... which was literally destroyed by clever journalists".
12. T. Rex
British rock band formed in 1967 in London under the name Tyrannosaurus Rex as the acoustic folk-rock duo of Marc Bolan and Steve Peregrine Took. They were one of the brightest representatives of the British Underground. In 1969 the name was shortened to T. rex; Having achieved great success on the UK charts in the early 1970s, the band became one of the leading figures in the glam rock movement and lasted until Bolan's death in 1977.
Top 12 best British music groups updated: August 16, 2017 by: Ekaterina Kadurina
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The best British singers. TOP 20
Test yourself: have you heard each of these twenty unique voices?.. If you haven’t heard someone, you need to correct the omission. These are the best singers in the world. Ideal English language. Unrivaled voices. The best music.
1. Freddie Mercury
Freddie Mercury (September 5, 1946 - November 24, 1991) - born in Tanzania British singer, songwriter and music producer, best known as the lead singer and songwriter of the rock band Queen. He also became known for his flamboyant stage presence and four-octave vocal range.
No one was and will never be as great as Freddie Mercury. End of discussion.
The best singer of all time, so naturally he should be number 1 on this list.
2. Robbie Williams
He best singer of all times.
A legend and he continues to write and sing. His songs are amazing.
Amazing singer and performer!
3. Mick Jagger
Sir Michael Philip Jagger "Mick" is an English singer, songwriter and actor, best known as the lead singer and co-founder of the Rolling Stones.
4. Liam Gallagher
William John Paul "Liam" Gallagher is an English musician, singer and songwriter. He rose to fame as the lead singer of the rock band Oasis and later as the singer of Beady Eye.
5. George Michael
Georgios Kyriacos Panayiotou, known professionally (stage name) as George Michael, is an English singer, songwriter and producer.
6. Ian Gillan
Ian Gillan is an English singer and songwriter. He initially achieved success as the lead singer of Deep Purple, as the vocalist on the rock opera concept album Jesus Christ Superstar by Andrew Lloyd Webber, in which Gillan performs main role(Jesus Christ).
Listen to his aria "Gethsemane" as superstar Jesus Christ. Make sure it's Ian Gillan, because it's... something incredible and will captivate forever!
Gethsemane (I Only Want to Say), Jesus Christ Superstar: www.youtube.com/watch?v=X_mJgVwQ3Qw
7. David Bowie
David Robert Jones is an English singer, born in London on 8 January 1947, the son of a fundraiser and a waitress. He died in New York on January 10, 2016, at the age of 69, a hero to millions that doesn't need to be talked about... he was perfection.
8. John Lennon
John Winston Ono Lennon, English singer and songwriter who gained worldwide fame as a co-founder of the Beatles. This is the most commercial successful group in the history of popular music. He was killed by Mark David Chapman on December 8, 1980, aged 40.
9. Ed Sheeran
Christopher Edward "Ed" Sheeran is an English singer-songwriter and musician. He was born in Hebden Bridge in Yorkshire and grew up in Framlingham, Suffolk. The best in the world!
Ed Sheeran is without a doubt a unique singer. His music, lyrics, genre, his voice, everything is perfect.
Ed is so talented in every way! His voice, his melodies, and not to mention the powerful lyrics that he writes himself!
10. Roger Daltray
Harry Roger Daltrey is an English singer and actor. IN musical career spanning more than 50 years, Daltrey rose to prominence in the mid-1960s as the founder and vocalist of English rock band The Who released fourteen singles that reached the Top 10 in the UK. This is a legend.
11. Zayn Malik
Jawadd Zayn Malik born January 12, 1993, is a multi-platinum selling British singer and songwriter. Born and raised in Bradford. Zayn aspired to pursue a career in music from a young age.
12. Sting
Gordon Matthew Thomas Sumner (Sting) - MBE, known professionally as stage named Sting. British rock musician, singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, activist, actor and philanthropist. He is best known as the lead singer of the English band The Police.
13. Paul McCartney
Sir James Paul McCartney is an English singer, multi-instrumentalist and composer. Along with John Lennon, George Harrison and Ringo Starr, he achieved worldwide fame with the rock group The Beatles, one of the most popular and influential groups in the history of pop and rock music.
No one had the vocal range and flexibility that Paul had.
14. Elton John
15. Ozzy Osbourne
John Michael "Ozzy" Osbourne was born on December 3, 1948. He is also known as the "Prince of Darkness". Ozzy is an English singer, songwriter and television presenter. He rose to fame in the early 1970s as the lead vocalist of Black Sabbath. Osbourne was then fired from Black Sabbath.
He invented metal singing.
16. Billy Idol
William Michael Albert Broad, known professionally as Billy Idol (Idol), is an English musician, singer, composer and actor.
17. Jonathan Antoine
Jonathan Antoine
Jonathan Antoine is a classically trained English tenor. He rose to fame after appearing in the sixth series of Britain's Got Talent 2012 as the classic duo Jonathan and Charlotte.
18. Sam Smith
He's the male version of Beyoncé!
19. Olly Murs
Oliver "Ollie" Stanley Moers (born 14 May 1984 in Witham, Essex) is a Latvian-born British singer, musician and television presenter. Moers became famous after participating in the sixth season of The X Factor, finishing in 2nd place. After the show, he signed a contract with Epic Records and Syco Music.
20. Noel Gallagher
Noel Thomas David Gallagher is an English musician, singer, songwriter and guitarist. He worked as the lead guitarist, co-vocalist and main songwriter for the rock band Oasis.
A little about English performers and their songs that have become hits of all time!
The most famous English singers and groups.
The UK and the USA are famous for their performers on a global scale; in particular, these countries are considered the birthplace of rock. The most extensive development of the genre of this music took place in Great Britain, where the famous Beatles, Elton John, Take That, etc. appeared. Therefore, in terms of creativity and art, the British are very talented and famous, because many people from this country became world famous.
Music groups in Britain.
Business card of everything musical creativity the country became the musical group "The Beatles", but the world has heard a lot about The Beatles Rolling Stones, who are among the most influential in the history of rock musical groups. “The Beatles” is a legend of world culture that has long become a classic, in whose name a museum and a monument to the yellow boat glorified in their songs were specially created.
Since 1990, electronic-oriented music has entered the world. Soon the name of this group became known - “Prodigy”. Hurts, focused on the electropop genre, became an equally influential group. It is interesting that Hurts arose completely by chance, and the band members initially communicated only via the Internet - Anderson sent tracks by mail, and Hutchcraft was responsible for the vocals.
The group "Take That" is known to many girls who respect the 90s. The group's repertoire includes an interesting ballad « Babe » , which you can listen to in any mood. Take That consists of five guys who were at the peak of their popularity among teenage girls.
Popular English singers.
Who doesn't know about Elton John? For many, familiarity with English music starts with this person. Black singer Seal is also popular in the UK because... has a beautiful male voice. But under musical accompaniment Simply Red can be used for romantic meetings, because the voice of this fiery Englishman unobtrusively sets you in a harmonious mood. George Michael's ballads are no less charming.
Music is a happy component in our life. When we are under stress, music can help us heal our Bad mood. Beautiful music we need singers who have amazing voice to be a component. With their beautiful voices along with their fiery styles, they are becoming popular in the entertainment industry. Today, we present to you the top 10, most popular foreign singers in 2017. If you want to know who the most popular singer in the West, enjoy reading the list below.
Rihanna was born in St. Michael, Barbados in 1988 and she is a famous Barbadian singer, actress and fashion designer. She began her singing career in 2005, and her first debut album, “Sun,” was released the same year. By pursuing a singing career and with great effort, she has won 22 Billboard Music Awards, 6 Grammy Awards and many more. In 2012, she was ranked fourth as the most powerful celebrity by Forbes magazine. In the same year, she became the most popular singer.
Born in London, England in 1988, Adele is a singer and songwriter. She began her singing career in 2006 after a friend posted her demo on MySpace and brought her to the attention of XL Recordings. Two years after signing the contract, her first album comes out and makes her famous. Later, the second album sold over 26 million copies worldwide. Moreover, she has been awarded 6 Grammy Awards due to her beautiful voice for the movie “007. Coordinates: "Skyfall". Due to her many achievements as well as her talent in her singing career, she is the second most popular singer in 2015.
A charismatic and gentle singer, Taylor Swift was born in Pennsylvania, United States in 1989. At the age of 14, she began her singing career. She is best known for her country songs, which have earned her 11 Country Music Association awards. Her soft and beautiful voice reaches out to the public, making her debut album sell out quickly and be downloaded frequently. Due to all these reasons, she is known as the third most popular singer in 2015.
Lady Gaga is recognized as a crazy artist. Her clothes, painted and dance style so whimsical and bright. However, she is one of the most popular singers in 2015. She has won many awards, including 5 Grammys. Her debut album “The Fame” made her famous as it sold millions of copies. She was born in New York, USA in 1986.
Shakira is not only famous singer, but she is also a choreographer, songwriter and model. She attracts the attention of the public with her very entertaining performance. No other singers can actually move the hip spiral beautifully just like her. She won countless awards with her debut album “Hips Don’t Lie.” Among the numerous awards: Grammy, Billboard Music Awards and others. She was born in Atlantico, Colombia in 1977.
Born in California, USA in 1984. Katy Perry became famous with her single "Ur So Gay", released in 2007. She has won numerous awards including Guinness World Records and is known as the highest paid woman in music according to Forbes magazine.
Popular American singer, songwriter and actress, Beyoncé was born in Texas, USA in 1981. She has been a very popular singer for at least one decade due to her cute and beautiful voice. She puts all her efforts into the entertainment industry and tries to find fashion, dance and hairstyles to keep fans attracted to her around the world. She ranks 7th in the TOP 10 list of the most popular singers in 2015.
Miley Cyrus began her career as a singer in 2006 when she appeared as Miley Stewart in the Disney Channel television series Hannah Montana. She emerged to later become a teen idol. Although there is a lot of criticism about her nudity and seductive antics, while on stage, she tries her best and doesn't let those critics ruin her fame. And after all, she is still one of the most popular singers to this day. She was born in 1992, in Tennessee, USA
The penultimate most popular singer in 2015 is Jennifer Lopez, who was born in New York, USA in 1969. In 1980, she began singing professionally. She remains the most popular singer in the world and has one of the best-selling albums worldwide. She is not only a singer, but also an actress, fashion designer and songwriter.
The least, but not the most popular singer in 2015, Cheryl Cole was born in Newcastle upon Tyne, England in 1983. She began her career in 1990 as a singer and later became a songwriter, dancer, entrepreneur, model and television presenter. Her stunning body of work along with her unique voice has captured the hearts of fans all over the world.