The Best Rock Music Videos of 2010
Contents
- The best rock music videos of 2010
- The top 10 rock music videos of 2010
- The top 5 rock music videos of 2010
- The best of 2010: Rock music videos
- 2010’s best rock music videos
- The best rock music videos of the decade
- The best rock music videos of all time
- A countdown of the best rock music videos of 2010
- The best rock music videos you’ve never seen
- The best rock music videos of 2010 that you’ve probably never seen
It’s been a great year for rock music, and these are the videos that prove it.
The best rock music videos of 2010 include classics like “Welcome to the Jungle” by Guns N’ Roses, “Paradise City” by Nirvana, “Smells Like Teen Spirit” by Pearl Jam, and “Voodoo Child” by the Foo Fighters. These are the videos that made us headbang, dance, and sing along at the top of our lungs.
The best rock music videos of 2010
The 2010s were a decade of change for the music industry. Technology had a major impact on how music was produced, distributed, and consumed. As a result, the 2010s saw a decline in the popularity of rock music.
However, there were still some great rock music videos produced during the decade. Here are our picks for the best rock music videos of 2010:
1) Foo Fighters – “Rope”
2) Muse – “Uprising”
3) Queens of the Stone Age – “Make It Wit Chu”
4) Red Hot Chili Peppers – “The Adventures of Rain Dance Maggie”
5) Kings of Leon – “Radioactive”
6) Arcade Fire – “We Used to Wait”
7) The Black Keys – “Howlin’ for You”
8) Imagine Dragons – “Radioactive”
9) Linkin Park – “Waiting for the End”
10) Rise Against – “Help Is on the Way”
The top 10 rock music videos of 2010
Rock music has always been visuals as well as musical sounds. Some of the earliest rock and roll videos were little more than film clips of songs set to music, but as the years went by, musicians and directors began to experiment with the form, using the video to tell a story, convey a mood, or just show off their acting chops. Here are ten of the best rock music videos from 2010.
1. “All I Wanna Do” by The Pretty Reckless
This video tells the story of a young woman who dreams of being a rock star, and will do whatever it takes to make that dream come true. She stages a robbery so she can get her hands on some money, and then uses that money to buy instruments and equipment. When she’s finally ready to put her band together, she doesn’t hesitate to abduct the members she needs. It’s all in the name of rock and roll, and it’s all very entertaining.
2. “Bohemian Rhapsody” by Queen
This classic song gets a modern twist in this clever video from Queen. The band is shown performing in front of a green screen, and the footage is used to create a series of visual gags and references to other films and TV shows. It’s all done with such skill that it’s hard to spot all of the references, but that just makes it all the more fun to watch over and over again.
3. “I Bet You Look Good on the Dancefloor” by Arctic Monkeys
This video features the band performing in what looks like an abandoned warehouse, surrounded by debris and broken glass. As they play, we see security footage of people dancing wildly in other parts of the building – people who seem possessed by some kind of primal energy. It’s a great contrast to the cool indifference of the band members, and it makes for a very suspenseful video.
4. “Kids” by MGMT
This video follows two kids as they run away from home and embark on a surreal adventure through an alternate reality version of America. They hitchhike with aliens, meet animals that talk (and sing),and generally have a great time despite being pursued by eerie-looking grownups who want to capture them. It’s goofy and fun, but also strangely creepy at times.
5. “Rope” by Foo Fighters
This is one weird video – it starts out with shots of Dave Grohl walking down a city street at night ( intercut with shots of him playing guitar in an alley), but things quickly get stranger from there. He ends up going into what looks like an abandoned building where he finds… well, you’ll just have to watch it yourself to find out what he finds. Let’s just say that it involves puppets, stop-motion animation, and some very unexpected creatures.
The top 5 rock music videos of 2010
As the 2010s come to a close, we thought it would be fun to take a look back at some of the best rock music videos of the past decade.
5. Foo Fighters – “Rope”
The Foo Fighters’ “Rope” is a high-energy, visually stimulating music video that perfectly captures the band’s raw energy and power. The video was directed by David Grohl, who also directed the band’s previous video for “Walk.”
4. Muse – “Uprising”
Muse’s “Uprising” is a beautiful and cinematic music video that captures the grandiose sound of the song perfectly. The video was directed by Jonas Odell, who has also directed videos for artists such as No Doubt and Beck.
3. Arcade Fire – “We Used to Wait”
Arcade Fire’s “We Used to Wait” is an interactive music video that allows viewers to enter their address and see a custom-made video based on Google Earth images of their childhood home. The video was directed by Chris Milk and created by Google Creative Lab.
2. OK Go – “This Too Shall Pass”
OK Go is known for their creative and innovative music videos, and “This Too Shall Pass” is no exception. The video features a Rube Goldberg machine that took over two months to construct. It was directed by James Frost and OK Go frontman Damien Kulash Jr.
1. Tool – “Parabola”
Tool’s “Parabola” is a dark and trippy music video that perfectly captures the distorted sound of the song. The video was directed by Adam Jones, who is also a member of the band.
The best of 2010: Rock music videos
The top rock music videos of 2010 include a wide variety of styles, from the hard-hitting sounds of Stone Sour and Foo Fighters to the more pop-oriented style of Weezer. These videos represent the best that rock music had to offer in 2010, and they are sure to get your adrenaline pumping. So crank up the volume and enjoy!
1) Stone Sour – “Say You’ll Haunt Me”
2) Foo Fighters – “Rope”
3) Weezer – “Trainwrecks”
4) Megadeth – “Sudden Death”
5) Avenged Sevenfold – “Nightmare”
6) Motorhead – “Get Back In Line”
7) Slayer – “World Painted Blood”
8)Anthrax – “The Devil You Know”
9) Metallica – “All Nightmare Long”
10)Korn – “Oildale (Leave Me Alone)”
2010’s best rock music videos
The best rock music videos of 2010 include a variety of styles and genres, from alternative to metal to classic rock. 2010 was a great year for rock music, and these videos are proof positive.
The Foo Fighters’ “Walk” is one of the best rock music videos of 2010. The video features the band members walking (hence the title) through various settings, including a desert, a forest, and a cityscape. The video is simple but incredibly effective, and it’s clear that the band had a lot of fun making it.
Another great rock music video from 2010 is Muse’s “Uprising.” The video features the band performing in front of a giant screen that displays images and footage related to the song’s lyrics. The visuals are stunning, and the song is an instant classic.
Finally, no list of the best rock music videos of 2010 would be complete without mentioning AC/DC’s “Black Ice.” The video features the band performing in front of a black background, with occasional flashes of color. It’s simple but effective, and it perfectly suits the song’s high-energy sound.
The best rock music videos of the decade
The 2010s have been a great decade for rock music, with some amazing bands and artists emerging and releasing some incredible music. And alongside this great music has been some truly outstanding music videos. Here, we count down the best rock music videos of the 2010s.
10. ‘The Wilted’ by Powerage – This dark and atmospheric video features the band performing in a decaying house, with shots of various objects around the house adding to the eerie atmosphere.
9. ‘All I Want’ by The Black Keys – The Black Keys channel their inner Jack White in this bluesy, raw performance video, which was filmed in one take.
8. ‘Thirty Three’ by Smashing Pumpkins – This stop-motion animation video is a homage to classic horror films, and features the band members as monsters. It’s both creepy and inventive.
7. ‘Do I Wanna Know?’ by Arctic Monkeys – This Hitchcockian video features the band members as stalkers, lurking in the shadows and spying on their victims. It’s edge-of-your-seat stuff.
6. ‘Little Lion Man’ by Mumford & Sons – This unlikely stop-motion animation video features animals made out of yarn, and follows a little lion cub as he tries to find his place in the world. It’s both heartwarming and devastating.
The best rock music videos of all time
There are many great rock videos out there, but these are the best of the best.
1. “In the Air Tonight” by Phil Collins
2. “Sledgehammer” by Peter Gabriel
3. ” Fight for Your Right (To Party)” by the Beastie Boys
4. “Welcome to the Jungle” by Guns N’ Roses
5. “Smells Like Teen Spirit” by Nirvana
6. ” Seasons in the Abyss” by Slayer
7. “I Alone” by Live
8. “Black Hole Sun” by Soundgarden
9. ” Walk This Way” by Aerosmith
10. ” Paranoid Android” by Radiohead
A countdown of the best rock music videos of 2010
2010 was a great year for rock music, and there were some amazing music videos to go along with it. Here’s a countdown of the best rock music videos of 2010.
10. “Rope” by Foo Fighters
Directed by Dave Grohl, this video features the band performing in one continuous shot. It’s a simple concept, but it works perfectly for this song.
9. “Tighten Up” by The Black Keys
This retro-styled video features the band performing in a variety of vintage settings, including an old TV studio and a bowling alley. It’s a fun video that perfectly matches the tone of the song.
8. “The Suburbs” by Arcade Fire
This visually stunning video was directed by Spike Jonze and features the band performing in a suburban neighborhood that’s slowly being taken over by nature. It’s a beautiful and haunting video that perfectly captures the feeling of the song.
7. “Ready To Start” by Arcade Fire
Another great video from Arcade Fire, this one was directed by Terry Gilliam and features the band performing in front of a giant boiling pot. It’s an bizarre and surreal video that matches the energy of the song perfectly.
6. “The Walk” by Yeah Yeah Yeahs
This stylish video was directed by Megaforce and features lead singer Karen O walking through New York City in a variety of fabulous outfits. It’s a fun and fashion-forward video that perfectly represents the style of the band.
The best rock music videos you’ve never seen
As the year comes to a close, we take a look back at the best rock music videos of 2010. These are the videos that caught our attention and held it, for one reason or another.
So sit back, crank up the volume, and enjoy!
#1) “The Sun’s Coming Up” by Fish
Fish’s video for “The Sun’s Coming Up” is a psychedelic trip through the mind of a mentally ill person. It’s dark, it’s eerie, and it’s absolutely captivating.
#2) “Monarchy of Roses” by Red Hot Chili Peppers
The Red Hot Chili Peppers’ve always been weird (in a good way), and their video for “Monarchy of Roses” is no exception. It’s a strange mix of animation and live action, with frontman Anthony Kiedis rapping his way through a post-apocalyptic landscape.
#3) “Visions” by Avenged Sevenfold
Avenged Sevenfold’s video for “Visions” is an ambitious undertaking, telling the story of a man who discovers he has the ability to see into the future. It’s well done, and it’ll leave you wondering what else the future holds.
#4) “Shepherd of Fire” by Metallica & Lou Reed
Metallica teamed up with Lou Reed for this live performance of “Shepherd of Fire”, and the result is pure magic. The two legends bring out the best in each other, resulting in an electrifying performance that will leave you speechless.
The best rock music videos of 2010 that you’ve probably never seen
Rock fans rejoice – there were some great rock music videos released in 2010, even if you might not have seen them all. Here’s a rundown of some of the best, from established acts like Foo Fighters and Muse to up-and-comers like Band of Skulls and We Are Scientists.
Foo Fighters – “White Limo”
The first single from the Foo Fighters’ eighth album, “White Limo” is a Typically, the band is known for their high-energy live performances, but this video takes a more subdued approach, with a storyline that follows a group of Japanese office workers whose mundane lives are brightened by the appearance of a white limousine.
Muse – “Pick Up Artist”
The second single from Muse’s fifth album, “Pick Up Artist” is a biting commentary on the pickup artist community. The video features frontman Matt Bellamy in various guises as he tries (and fails) to seduce women using various pickup artist techniques. It’s funny, clever, and ultimately quite damning of the pickup artist movement.
Band of Skulls – “Death By Diamonds And Pearls”
The lead single from Band of Skulls’ debut album, “Death By Diamonds And Pearls” is a dark and atmospheric track that’s matched by an equally dark and atmospheric video. Shot in black and white, the video follows a group of people as they wander through a desolate landscape, eventually coming across a mysterious object that may or may not be responsible for their predicament.
We Are Scientists – “I Don’t Bite”
The lead single from We Are Scientists’ third album, “I Don’t Bite” is an upbeat track with a decidedly dark undertone. The video follows a group of friends as they enjoy a night out on the town, only to find themselves embroiled in a hostage situation gone wrong. It’s tense, exciting, and ultimately quite funny – everything you could want in a rock music video.