Are you a fan of Stiff Little Fingers? If so, then you know it can be difficult to find unbiased opinions about the band. With its roots in the notorious punk-scene that emerged from 1970s Belfast, Ireland, some of their groundbreaking work has been – let’s say – confrontational and controversial for many years...read more

Stone Sour is a hard-rock band that creates an intriguing mix of riffs, powerful vocals, and intense rhythms. The Iowa based group has been active on the modern rock scene since 1992 and their sound has evolved throughout the years to capture more melodic elements in their songwriting which have gained them distinction amongst fans...read more

No musician has attracted the same extraordinary range of admiration, criticism and intense fandom as Streetlight Manifesto. From album killers to live show legends, they have become a verifiable hallmark in ska music history...read more

Styx is a band that has been around for generations, providing music fans with incredible melodies since 1972. Even though Styx appeals to many people and their wide variety of timeless rock ballads have earned them an epic fan base, the band isn’t without its fair share of criticism from both devotees and skeptics alike...read more

Music has always had the power to transport us into another realm and its ability to make us feel emotions is undeniable. As a music lover, I have been fortunate enough to discover many gems over the years - and one of those gems is Sublime...read more

Suede is a British alternative rock band that has been making music since the early 1990s. Their distinctive sound and genre blend of grunge, glam, and Brit-pop have made them an influential part of the UK musical landscape for decades...read more

For over three decades, Suicidal Tendencies has created music and influenced generations of punk enthusiasts. The band’s album How Will I Laugh Tomorrow…When I Can’t Even Smile Today remains an iconic album staple for skaters worldwide...read more

Sum 41 is a successful Canadian rock band that has found significant success the world over since their formation in 1996. Rubbing shoulders with the likes of Blink-182, The Offspring and Good Charlotte, they have consistently churned out award-winning music for more than two decades now...read more

It's no doubt that Sunny Day Real Estate has had quite the impact on the music scene over the years. There are those who see them as a trailblazing force, bold and innovative in their approach to rock music, while others may have a more critical view of their sound...read more

If you're looking for anthemic, classic rock and roll, Survivor has been the go-to band for decades. With such hits as Eye of the Tiger being used in films like Rocky III, Survivor has that timeless appeal that can few other artists can match...read more

If you know anything about the music artist, Swans, chances are it’s not for their pleasant sound. Their music is abrasive and often disturbing - something you wouldn’t expect from a band...read more

Syd Barrett was an enigmatic and influential musician in the Rock genre, and one of the founding members of Pink Floyd. His musical style can be described as a mix between psychedelia, blues, jazz fusion, folk rock - all deeply rooted in his unique lyrical outlook on life...read more

Since their debut album in 1998, the multi-platinum band System of a Down has been praised and criticized in equal measure for delivering an eclectic mix of musical genres and pushing the boundaries of both sound and lyrics. Their songs reflect political activism, spouting off messages that are deeply meaningful yet often confrontational...read more

When it comes to hip hop artists, T.I., also known as Tip Harris, is a master of the craft...read more

If you’re a fan of music, then Suicide might be one of the most controversial artists in history. Debuting at the height of the punk rock movement in 1970, their experimental sound and nihilistic lyrics were both a shocking development for the time period and an inspiration to many future musicians who would go on to create their own versions of it over decades...read more