2000's Hit Singles
This Lady Gaga single, released in 2008, topped charts worldwide and became an anthem for many.
Poker Face
This iconic music festival, held in New York in 1969, is considered the birthplace of the counterculture movement.
Woodstock
This band’s 2001 album Is This It is considered one of the greatest indie rock albums of all time.
The Strokes
In 1985, this famous rock band faced backlash after an interview in which they declared "We're more popular than Jesus."
The Beatles (John Lennon)
This Seattle band’s song "Smells Like Teen Spirit" became the anthem of Generation X.
Nirvana
In 2003, 50 Cent's debut single, this title became an instant hip-hop classic.
In Da Club
This festival in the California desert is known for its art installations, extreme heat, and music performances.
Coachella
This British band, fronted by Alex Turner, rose to fame with songs like "Do I Wanna Know?" and "R U Mine?"
Arctic Monkeys
This artist made headlines in 1999 for a highly publicized wardrobe malfunction during the Super Bowl halftime show, revealing part of her breast on live TV
Janet Jackson
This band, fronted by Eddie Vedder, had a breakout hit with "Alive" from their debut album Ten.
Pearl Jam
This Beyoncé song, released in 2008, became a feminist anthem and was part of her "I Am... Sasha Fierce" album.
Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It)
Held annually in Tennessee, this festival is known for its country music and rowdy atmosphere.
Bonnaroo
This 2011 hit by Foster the People became a summer anthem with its catchy chorus
Pumped Up Kicks
This pop icon's 2007 public meltdown, which included shaving her head and attacking a paparazzo's car, led to a highly publicized struggle with mental health and substance abuse.
Britney Spears
This alternative rock band from London, led by Thom Yorke, is known for hits like "Creep" and "Karma Police."
Radiohead
The Black Eyed Peas’ 2009 hit, this song asks "Where is the love?"
"Where Is The Love?"
This UK festival, known for its muddy fields and massive crowds, is one of the largest in Europe.
Glastonbury
This indie folk artist’s album featuring songs like Holocene won the Grammy for Best Alternative Music Album in 2012
Bon Iver
In 1992, this artist was criticized for allegedly “sacrificing” a live chicken on stage during a concert, which led to outrage and accusations of animal cruelty.
Ozzy Osborne
This grunge band’s 1994 hit "Interstate Love Song" became one of their biggest radio tracks.
Stone Temple Pilots
This 2000s hit by OutKast features a funky vibe and the line “Alright.”
Hey Ya!
This music festival, founded by James Murphy of LCD Soundsystem, has been held annually in Brooklyn, New York, since 2010.
Governors Ball
This 2008 album includes the hit "A-Punk" and is considered a defining moment in indie pop.
Vampire Weekend
This rock band's 1971 song “Sweet Home Alabama” was a response to Neil Young’s “Southern Man” and was seen by some as a controversial defense of the South and its history.
Lynrd Skynrd
This 1992 album by R.E.M. featured the hit "Losing My Religion" and is considered a cornerstone of alternative rock.
Out of Time