The Top 10 Rock Music Statistics of 2018

As the year comes to a close, it’s time to take a look back at the top 10 rock music statistics of 2018.

1. Rock music sales hit a 12-year high in 2018.
2. Rock music streaming grew by 43% in 2018.
3. The top 5 selling rock albums of 2018 were all released by veteran artists.
4. The top 5 rock songs of 2018 were all released by newer artists.
5. Rock music festivals had a banner year in 2018, with attendance up by 20%.
6. Ticket prices for rock concerts increased by an average of 5% in 2018.
7. The average length of a rock song decreased by 3% in 2018.
8. The number of new rock bands formed in 2018 increased by 12%.
9. The number of rock albums released in 2018 decreased by 5%.
10. Album sales for independent rock labels hit an all-time high in 2018.

The top 5 rock songs of 2018

The top 5 rock songs of 2018 according to Billboard were:
5. “Satisfied” by Godsmack
4. “Never Enough” by Godsmack
3. “Wicked Game” by Chris Isaak
2. ” December” by Collective Soul
1. “Runaway Train” by Soul Asylum

The top 5 rock albums of 2018

In 2018, rock music continued to be one of the most popular genres in the world. Here are the top 5 rock albums of 2018, according to Billboard:

1. “Queen” by Bohemian Rhapsody
2. “A Star Is Born” Soundtrack by Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper
3. “Black Panther” Soundtrack by Kendrick Lamar
4. “The Greatest Showman” Soundtrack by Hugh Jackman and Zac Efron
5. “The Beatles” by The Beatles

The top 5 rock bands of 2018

In 2018, there were many great rock bands that released new music and went on tour. Here are the top 5 rock bands of 2018, based on their popularity and success.

1. Foo Fighters
2. Pearl Jam
3. Red Hot Chili Peppers
4. Nirvana
5. Metallica

The top 5 rock concerts of 2018

1. U2 ($152 million)
2. Guns N’ Roses ($117.5 million)
3. Foo Fighters ($108.1 million)
4. Bon Jovi ($82 million)
5. Paul McCartney ($71.7 million)

The top 5 rock festivals of 2018

From Coachella to Lollapalooza, there are a plethora of rock festivals to choose from these days. But which ones are the best of the best? Below is a list of the top 5 rock festivals of 2018, based on a number of factors including lineup, location, and ticket price.

1. Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival
Held in Manchester, Tennessee, Bonnaroo is one of the most popular and well- known rock festivals in the United States. This year’s lineup includes headliners such as Muse, Eminem, and The Killers. Tickets start at $349.

2. Firefly Music Festival
If you’re looking for a more intimate festival experience, Firefly may be for you. With a capacity of only 90,000 attendees, it’s one of the smaller festivals on this list. But don’t let its size fool you – it still packs a punch when it comes to its lineup. This year’s headliners include Kendrick Lamar, Arctic Monkeys, and Odesza. Tickets start at $269.

3. Lollapalooza
One of the largest and most well-known music festivals in the world, Lollapalooza takes place in Chicago each year and attracts over 400,000 attendees. With 8 stages and over 170 musical acts, there’s something for everyone at this massive event. This year’s headliners include Bruno Mars, The Weeknd, and Jack White. Tickets start at $120.

4. Austin City Limits Music Festival
Another huge festival (attendance tops out at around 450,000 people), Austin City Limits takes place over two weekends in October in Austin, Texas. This year’s lineup includes Paul McCartney, Metallica, and Childish Gambino. Tickets start at $255.

5. Glastonbury Festival
If you’re looking to travel overseas for your festival fix, Glastonbury in England is one of the biggest and best rock festivals in the world. With over 175 stage performances spread out over 5 days, there’s plenty to see and do at this massive event. Headliners for 2018 include Justin Timberlake

The top 5 rock music videos of 2018

Rock music had a big year in 2018. From comeback albums to huge tours, the genre was truly thriving. Here are the top 5 rock music videos of 2018, according to Billboard:

5. “The Middle” by Zedd, Maren Morris and Grey
4. “Whatever It Takes” by Imagine Dragons
3. “Feel It Still” by Portugal. The Man
2. “Believer” by Imagine Dragons
1. “Rebel Yell” by Bishop Briggs

The top 5 rock music news stories of 2018

1. AC/DC’s ‘Highway to Hell’ hits one billion streams on Spotify
2. Foo Fighters make history with ‘Concrete and Gold’
3. Metallica’s ‘Hardwired… to Self-Destruct’ is the biggest selling rock album of the past three years
4. Guns N’ Roses score their first UK Number One album in 23 years
5. Muse top the rock airplay chart for a record-breaking sixth week with ‘Thought Contagion’

The top 5 rock music blogs of 2018

Rock music is one of the most popular genres of music today. Here are the top 5 rock music blogs of 2018, according to Statista.

1. Pitchfork
2. Rolling Stone
3. Noisey
4. Stereogum
5. Consequence of Sound

The top 5 rock music tweets of 2018

2018 was another great year for rock music, with plenty of bands releasing new music and going on tour. Here are the top 5 rock music tweets of 2018, based on engagement and popularity:

1. Linkin Park’s Mike Shinoda (@m_shinoda) pays tribute to his late bandmate Chester Bennington:

“It has been one year since our brother Chester passed away. We miss him every day and think of him always.”

2. Foo Fighters (@foofighters) announce their new album, Concrete and Gold:

“It’s official! Our new album Concrete and Gold will be released on September 15.”

3. Green Day (@greenday) tease their new album Revolution Radio:

“Coming soon…”

4. Blink-182 (@blink182) announce their Las Vegas residency:

“We’re stoked to announce our Las Vegas residency at the Palms Casino Resort!”

5. Weezer (@Weezer) cover Toto’s “Africa”:

“People have been asking for this for years, so we finally did it.”

The Top 10 Rock Music Statistics of 2018