The most talented rock group that still plays today?

[busta_bird]

Yep, this can go anywhere. After talking this out with a few buddies today, I'd say the most collectively talented group in it today is Tool. From Carey's Moon-like beats, Maynard's lyrics, Chancellor's grooves, and Adam's swank riffs, I can't think of a more talented group of musicians.


Let's hear it.

 

[SwitchGear]

Rush

Allman Brothers Band

 

[WayneS]

Iron Maiden

 

[1954bassman]

McCartney. You did say most talent, didn't you?

 

[Rushlover13]

Rush, Metallica, Iron Maiden, and Uriah heep to name a few.

 

[The1bassist06]

AC/DC, Van Halen

 

[Alex Huddleston]

Rush, Metallica, Iron Maiden, and Uriah heep to name a few.

Ha all of the talented members already left metallica

 

[busta_bird]

Iron Maiden

I never really knew much about Maiden until I watched a live concert of them on Paladia. It blew my mind that they get those sounds out of Strats.

 

[busta_bird]

Rush, Metallica, Iron Maiden, and Uriah heep to name a few.

I think Lars is mediocre at best. I think Hetfield is one of the most talented rhythm players out there, and I miss Newsted.

 

[Yakob]

Dillinger Escape Plan... Great live show, too.

Before yesterday, I had only listened to recordings, but I had LOVED the recordings. Now, I don't want to listen to the recordings anymore because they pale in comparison to the live show.

 

[ColonelZulu]

Rush
Yes

 

[BrBss]

Rush, Iron Maiden, Opeth, The Who

 

[Ddubya]

Scorpions
Cheap Trick

 

[Zitch]

Yep, this can go anywhere. After talking this out with a few buddies today, I'd say the most collectively talented group in it today is Tool. From Carey's Moon-like beats, Maynard's lyrics, Chancellor's grooves, and Adam's swank riffs, I can't think of a more talented group of musicians.


Let's hear it.

+1

 

[GlennPagano]

+1 for Yes

 

[plangentmusic]

A lot of those bands don't have the lineup that made them great.

Hey, McCartney still tours. You won't hear better songs anywhere.

 

[DONZI97]

Radiohead....When they play rock.

 

[SactoBass]

+ a googalplex for YES! Chris Squire, Jon Anderson, Steve Howe, Alan White, and Rick Wakeman. IMHO, their level of musicianship leaves all others in the dust. Steve Howe knows that fingerboard better than any guitarist on the planet. I'm not talking worthless speed jibberish, I'm talking about music theory and knowledge. It is what separates the men from the boys.

Rush is also fantastic. Neil Peart (aka "the professor") is incredible, and Geddy is simply amazing!

I have been listening to that "higher level" type of music for so long that when I hear something kindergarten-level like Skynyrd or Nickelback, I have to run to the nearest restroom and upchuck.

 

[SactoBass]

Oh....and Sir Paul McCartney is without question one of the all time greatest musicians. Plus, he makes excellent mashed potatoes! (see link below)

 

[mtshark]

The Red Hot Chili Peppers