Greatest/Silent
('01-'45)
('01-'45)
Perhaps the 1st multimedia star, he made over 70 feature films (winning Best Actor in 1944 for "Going My Way") and released another 70 studio albums and over 400 singles -- but you probably remember him for "White Christmas".
Who is "Bing Crosby"?
This band skyrocketed to fame in the early 1960's with major hits like "I Wanna Hold Your Hand" and "In My Life"
What is "The Beatles"?
This band rose to stardom in 1991 with their massive hit "Smells Like Teen Spirit", launching them from the Seattle underground to the mainstream.
What is "Nirvana"?
Hailing from Canada, many consider him the first artist to be discovered via YouTube in 2009.
Who is "Justin Bieber"?
After lead roles on Disney television programs, she released her debut single "Driver's License" in 2020 and was named Billboard's "Woman of the Year" in 2022.
Who is "Olivia Rodrigo"?
Although remembered for his career revival in the 60s, and subsequent time in Las Vegas -- "The Chairman of the Board" was so popular by 1944 that his 'double show' at the Paramount theater caused the Columbus Day Riot when only 250 people exited the 1st show, leaving 35,000 screaming fans outside for the 2nd.
Who is "Frank Sinatra"?
This major musical event took place in August of 1969, and saw the likes of Jimi Hendrix, Jefferson Airplane, Joan Baez, The Who, and CCR...all in front of a crowd of nearly 500,000...
What is "Woodstock"?
This New Jersey band had hits like "Always", "Livin' On A Prayer", and "It's My Life"
What is "Bon Jovi"?
This artist burst onto the scenes in the early 2000's, and has continued to have major star power thanks to blockbuster albums like "1989"
Who is "Taylor Swift"?
Also known as the Bangtan Boys, this South Korean boy band formed in 2010. A 2018 study showed that ~800k foreigners per year had visited South Korea for band related reasons -- a ripple effect valued at approximately US $5 BN/yr.
What is "BTS"?
Bangtan Sonyeondan (Bullet Proof Boyscouts)
Writing or collaborating on over 1,000 compositions, he grew his reputation at the Cotton Club in Harlem. Key hits include 1932's "It Don't Mean A Thing (If It Ain't Got That Swing)" and 1941's "Take the "A" Train".
Who is "Duke Ellington"?
This band is known for Robert Plant, Jimmy Page, and the one song you're never allowed to practice in a guitar store
This band's major hit album "Ten" was an international hit, with songs like "Evenflow", "Alive", and "Jeremy"
What is "Pearl Jam"?
He's been top of mind for Milennials since his debut album "Thank Me Later" in 2010, right through the viral TikTok dance challenge for his song "Toosie Slide"
Who is "Drake"?
This interactive song/production platform founded in Stockholm, Sweden allows artists to publish their music and podcasts to get genuine feedback from fans.
What is "SoundCloud"?
He left his Orchestra and $20k/week at the peak of his career to join the service. Needing corrective eyeglasses, he was initially denied by the US Navy but petitioned the US Army and was eventually admitted. He went MIA on a flight from London to France on Dec 15, 1944...one day before the Battle of the Bulge began.
Who is "Glenn Miller"?
Eric Clapton, Ginger Baker, and Jack Bruce formed this star-studded 3 piece band with hits like "White Room" and "Sunshine of Your Love"
What is "Cream"?
This artist passed away in 2016, but left a legacy across generations. With hits like "1999", "Let's Go Crazy", and "Nothing Compares 2 U", this eccentric artist literally became an icon.
Who is "Prince"?
This artist unfortunately joined the 27 club, losing her life in 2011. However, she was a prominent jazz, blues, and big band artist with a recognizable voice, releasing major hits like "Rehab", and "Love is a Losing Game"
Who is "Amy Winehouse"?
Sometimes collaborating with her brother Finneas on songs like "Ocean Eyes", she is the youngest artist in Grammy history to win Best New Artist, Record of the Year, Song of the Year, and Album of the Year in the same year.
Who is "Billie Eilish"?
His Carnegie Hall concert in 1938 is recognized as the most important jazz concert in history. Known as "The King of Swing", he was a bandleader as well as an accomplished clarinetist.
Who is "Benny Goodman"?
This folk 'supergroup' was created by former members of the Byrds, Buffalo Springfield, and The Hollies. Hits included "Suite: Judy Blue Eyes" and "Helplessly Hoping".
What is "Crosby, Stills, and Nash"?
This rap group had hits like "Don't Believe the Hype" and "Fight the Power". It was led by Chuck D and Flavor Flav, who was famous for his big-clock chain necklaces.
What is "Public Enemy"?
This rapper from New Orleans a.k.a. 'Weezy' is one of the preeminent stars of his generation, releasing many albums and compilations such as "Tha Block is Hot" and "Tha Carter" (I-V)
Who is "Lil Wayne"?
This young emo rap artist overdosed in 2019 (aged 21). He had hits like "Lucid Dreams" which samples Sting's "Shape of My Heart" and won an AMA for Favorite Hip-Hop artist along with Billboard's Top New Artist in 2019.
Who is "Juice Wrld"?