Poison is a glam metal band from Los Angeles. Formed by drummer Rikki Rockett and singer Bret Michaels. They started out in Pennsylvania in the early 80s. Their first band together was called the Spectres. They left the Spectres and started Paris with bassist Bobby Dall. They then moved to Los Angeles, where they parted ways with guitarist Matt Smith.... read full bio
Alt metal band Breaking Benjamin is the brainchild of Benjamin Burnley. The Pennsylvania native formed the group in 1998 and they have since released four studio albums with a fifth set for release in the summer of 2015. They signed with major label Hollywood Records in 2002 and have since amassed two platinum records, one gold, and one gold single.... read full bio
In 2016 DNCE was voted Kid's Choice, Favorite New Artist and Best New Artist. Already winning several Teen Choice awards, Radio Disney and Teen Choice Awards in several categories, DNCE also went on to win both Best New Artist at the MTV Awards and the American Music Awards.DNCE is the funky brainchild of Joe Jonas (The Jonas Brothers), Jack Lawless,... read full bio
Porcupine Tree got its start in 1987 in Steven Wilson’s home studio, playing psychedelic, experimental, and progress music. At the same time, Steven was playing in a band called NO-MAN, alongside singer Tim Bowness and Ben Coleman on the violin. In fact, Porcupine Tree started with Steven and his friend Malcolm Stocks as almost a joke, complete with a fictional... read full bio
By performing on stage and television as an actor and performer, bringing stories to life as a singer-songwriter and making philanthropy a priority in her life, Delta Goodrem is an artist in the best meaning of the word. With nine #1 singles, four #1 albums, 17 top 10 hits, 16 ARIA Awards, a Silver Logie Award and three World Music Awards, Delta... read full bio
Mudvayne is a very unique band that combines aspects of progressive metal. They are most easily distinguishable by their powerful drumming, intricate bass playing, loud, gruff, and typically enraged vocals, heavy guitars and riffs, complex time signatures, and frequent rhythm changes. The first album released by Mudvayne was welcomed with universally favorable reviews from music critics. The band's distinctively technical... read full bio
Ray LaMontagne is an American singer-songwriter and musician best known for his soulful and distinctive voice, captivating live performances, and introspective lyrics. He was born in New Hampshire in 1973 and developed a passion for music at an early age, but it wasn't until his late twenties that he pursued a career in music. LaMontagne's 2004 debut album "Trouble" garnered widespread... read full bio
The way James Blunt sees it, we may get older, but nothing changes much from elementary school. Since Blunt released his debut album, Back to Bedlam, it has sold 11 million worldwide, going No. 1 in 18 countries and top 10 in 35. He rose to global fame with ""You're Beautiful"" and ""Goodbye My Lover"", with the former reaching No.... read full bio
More than 30 years has elapsed since The Moody Blues entered the music scene. Their innovative and ground-breaking album ""Days of Future Passed"" is one of the best classic-rock albums of all time. The album stayed on the Billboard charts for over two years and marked a milestone in rock history as one of the very first concept albums, recorded... read full bio
Rob Thomas is a multi-talented musician who has been active in the music industry for nearly a decade. He is best known as the primary composer and lead singer for the rock band, matchbox twenty. Over the years, he has written a string of chart-topping hits for the band, including Push, 3AM, If You're Gone, Bent, Real World, and more.... read full bio
"Adam Lambert stepped into the national spotlight after he became a finalist on the eighth season of the reality television competition, American Idol. His performance of the song ""Mad World"" earned a standing ovation from the show's harshest critic, Simon Cowell. Adam Lambert’s vocal range, along with his jet-black hair and heavy mascara, earned him comparisons to glam rockers like... read full bio
"Patti Smith became, singer, songwriter, visual artist, and poet, became a highly influential component of the New York City punk rock movement with her debut album Horses. Called the ""Godmother of Punk,” she integrated the beat poetry performance style with three-chord rock. Smith's most widely known song is ""Because the Night"", which was co-written with Bruce Springsteen and reached number... read full bio
Boy George is an English singer, songwriter, fashion designer, photographer and DJ. His music is often classified as blue-eyed soul, which is influenced by rhythm and blues and reggae. His 1990s and 2000s-era solo music has glam influences such as David Bowie and Iggy Pop. Boy George is also the lead singer of the Grammy and Brit Award winning band... read full bio
The one and only Bad Company, lead by legendary front man Paul Rodgers, along with original band mates Mick Ralphs and Simon Kirke; is one of the most acclaimed bands of the classic rock era. Bad Company has made a permanent stamp on rock 'n' roll with a straight-ahead, no frills musical approach that has resulted in the creation of... read full bio
Singer David Lee Roth has become a legend of rock 'n' roll, as the wild frontman for Van Halen and as a solo artist. Van Halen became a popular fixture on the club scene, featuring Roth's expressive, sometimes primal vocals. Roth wrote much of the lyrics for the group, which has been credited for changing the face of hard rock... read full bio
Yellowcard is an American band that incorporates the violin into their pop punk alternative rock style. The group gained success with their album, Ocean Avenue, under Capitol Records. Ocean Avenue peaked at No. 23 on the Billboard 200 and was certified Platinum in the US in addition to certified Gold in Canada. The lead single, ""Way Away', was popular on... read full bio
Our Lady Peace's climb to popularity has been less than serene! Our Lady Peace, a Toronto based band, were established when vocalist Raine Maida answered a classified ad. Our Lady Peace has never pursued an independent music career. They participated in a few seminars and conferences focused on the music industry, produced a demo consisting of three songs, and eventually... read full bio
"Their 1988 song ""I'm Gonna Be (500 Miles)"" was used in the 1993 film Benny & Joon, and became a worldwide hit. Identical Scottish twins, Craig and Charlie Reid, best known as multi-platinum legends, The Proclaimers, are releasing their amazing new record, Notes & Rhymes, to the US on September 8th via 429 Records. The new album is a testament to... read full bio
"Jamiroquai, whose unique name is a combination of the words “jam” and “Iriquois,” after the Native American tribe, is an acid jazz and funk band with elements of pop, rock, and electronica injected into their sound. The group was initially considered one of the most renowned bands in the funk/acid jazz movement in London. The group’s career has since added... read full bio
One of the most successful rock bands of the 80's, some of Tears for Fears' hits include ""The Hurting,"" ""Head Over Heels,"" ""Everybody Wants To Rule the World,"" ""Break it Down Again,"" ""Sowing the Seeds of Love"" and ""Shout."" The two-man band consists of vocalist/ guitarist/ keyboardist Roland Orzabal and vocalist/ bassist/ keyboardist Curt Smith. The platinum-selling debut album, The... read full bio
