Let There Be Rock: The Best Rock Music Videos

Let There Be Rock: The Best Rock Music Videos is a blog dedicated to showcasing the best rock music videos. From classic rock to modern rock, we’ve got the videos you love.

Introduction

Rock music has been around for over half a century, and in that time, it has produced some truly iconic moments. From the early days of Elvis Presley to the height of Beatlemania, rock music has always been about pushing boundaries and breaking new ground.

In the 1980s, the advent of MTV brought a new dimension to rock music, with \ directors tasked with creating visually arresting videos to accompany their songs. In the years since, some truly great rock videos have been created, and in this article, we’ll be taking a look at some of the best.

The Best Rock Music Videos

In the history of rock music, there have been many great music videos. Here are some of the best rock music videos of all time.

“Welcome to the Jungle” by Guns N’ Roses
“Welcome to the Jungle” is a song by American hard rock band Guns N’ Roses, appearing on their debut album, Appetite for Destruction (1987). The song was released as the album’s second single in January 1988 and became a top 10 hit in several countries. The music video for “Welcome to the Jungle” was directed by Nigel Dick and features the band performing in a nightclub with various dancers.

“Paradise City” by Guns N’ Roses
“Paradise City” is a song by American hard rock band Guns N’ Roses, appearing on their debut album, Appetite for Destruction (1987). The song was released as the album’s third single in May 1988 and became a top 10 hit in several countries. The music video for “Paradise City” was directed by Nigel Dick and features the band performing in front of a live audience.

“Smells Like Teen Spirit” by Nirvana
“Smells Like Teen Spirit” is a song by American rock band Nirvana, appearing on their second album, Nevermind (1991). The song was released as the album’s lead single in September 1991 and became a global success, helping to popularize alternative rock music. The music video for “Smells Like Teen Spirit” was directed by Samuel Bayer and features the band performing in a high school gymnasium with various students.

“Enter Sandman” by Metallica
“Enter Sandman” is a song by American heavy metal band Metallica, appearing on their self-titled fifth album, Metallica (1991). The song was released as the album’s lead single in July 1991 and became an instant success, helping to propel Metallica to international fame. The music video for “Enter Sandman” was directed by Wayne Isham and features the band performing in front of a live audience.

The Worst Rock Music Videos

The worst rock music videos are those that are poorly produced, have poor lighting, bad editing, and those that feature bands that are not well known. They may also be videos that are so old they are no longer relevant, or that feature singers who cannot sing.

The Most Controversial Rock Music Videos

While many rock music videos are simply fun and entertaining, there are some that have caused quite a bit of controversy. Here are some of the most controversial rock music videos ever made.

1. “Like a Prayer” by Madonna
This video was denounced by the Vatican and caused quite a stir when it was released in 1989. It features Madonna cavorting with a black saint, kissing a black Jesus, and burning crosses.

2. “Don’t Look Back in Anger” by Oasis
This video was banned by MTV for its depiction of suicide. It features a man putting a gun to his head and pulling the trigger, only to have the gun backfire.

3. “Smack My Bitch Up” by The Prodigy
This video is extremely violent and graphic, showing various acts of debauchery and violence carried out by the band members. It was banned by MTV and caused outcry when it was released in 1997.

4. “Rock Your Body” by Justin Timberlake
This video caused controversy due to its suggestive lyrics and Timberlake’s suggestive dance moves. Timberlake eventually apologized for the video and its lyrics.

The Most Influential Rock Music Videos

Rock music has been popular since the 1950s, and it shows no signs of slowing down. Over the years, there have been many great rock songs with accompanying music videos that have influenced both the sound and the look of rock music. Here are ten of the most influential rock music videos of all time.

1. “We Will Rock You” by Queen (1977)
2. “Smells Like Teen Spirit” by Nirvana (1991)
3. “Paranoid Android” by Radiohead (1997)
4. “Satisfaction” by The Rolling Stones (1965)
5. “Walk This Way” by Aerosmith (1975)
6. “Bohemian Rhapsody” by Queen (1975)
7. “Killer Queen” by Queen (1974)
8. “(I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction” by The Rolling Stones (1965)
9. “Hungry like the Wolf” by Duran Duran (1982)
10. “Crazy Train” by Ozzy Osbourne (1980)

The Most Innovative Rock Music Videos

Rock music has always been about innovation. At its best, rock and roll is about pushing boundaries and breaking the mold. And nowhere is this more apparent than in the rock music video.

From the early days of MTV to the present, rock music videos have always been at the forefront of creative filmmaking. From iconic videos like Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” to groundbreaking videos like Nine Inch Nails’ “Hurt,” rock music videos have always pushed the envelope and push creative boundaries.

In celebration of rock music’s continued innovation, we’ve compiled a list of the most innovative rock music videos of all time. These are the videos that have changed the game, that have pushed the medium forward, and that have left a lasting impression on both fans and filmmakers alike.

The Most Outrageous Rock Music Videos

Rock music has always been about breaking the rules and pushing boundaries. So it’s no surprise that some of the best rock music videos are also the most outrageous.

From Queen’s over-the-top masterpiece “Bohemian Rhapsody” to Marilyn Manson’s controversial “Shockumentary” to Slipknot’s barbaric “Snuff”, these videos are sure to get your blood pumping.

So turn up the volume and brace yourself for some of the most shocking, offensive, and just plain crazy rock music videos ever made.

The Most Memorable Rock Music Videos

Rock music and music videos go hand-in-hand. Since the advent of MTV in the early 1980s, rock bands have been creating innovative and inventive music videos to promote their songs. Here are some of the most memorable rock music videos of all time.

1. Queen – “Bohemian Rhapsody” (1975)
Queen’s classic rock operasingle “Bohemian Rhapsody” was accompanied by an equally epic music video, which was directed by Bruce Gowers. The 6-minute video features the band performing the song in a dramatic black-and-white setting, with interspersed shots of them acting out the lyrics in a theatre-like setting. The video is widely considered to be one of the greatest rock music videos ever made, and helped to propel “Bohemian Rhapsody” to the top of the charts when it was released.

2. Michael Jackson – “ Thriller” (1982)
Michael Jackson’s groundbreaking 14-minute music video for his hit single “Thriller” redefined what a music video could be. Shot in Los Angeles and directed by John Landis, “Thriller” features Jackson as a zombie who terrorizes a group of people on a dark night. The video cost $800,000 to make (an astronomical sum at the time), and features dancers in elaborate zombie makeup designed by Oscar-winning make-up artist Rick Baker. “Thriller” is widely considered to be one of the most influential music videos ever made, and has been inducted into the National Museum of American History at the Smithsonian Institution.

3. Guns N’ Roses – “Welcome to the Jungle” (1987)
Guns N’ Roses rose to prominence with their debut album Appetite for Destruction, which featured the now-classic lead single “Welcome to the Jungle.” The song’s accompanying music video was directed by Nigel Dick, and features the band performing in front of a live audience at Los Angeles nightclub The Roxy Theatre intercut with shots of them wandering around Hollywood Boulevard and other L.A. landmarks. The video helped to establish GNR as one of the biggest rock bands in the world, and remains one of their most iconic visuals today.

4. Nirvana – “Smells Like Teen Spirit” (1991)
Nirvana changed the course of popular music with their game-changing second album Nevermind, which featured the now-legendary lead single ��Smells Like Teen Spirit.” The song’s accompanied by a now iconic music video directed by Samuel Bayer, which features footage of a high school cheerleading squad intercut with shots of Nirvana performing in front of a rowdy live audience. The juxtaposition between images of adolescent angst and unchecked pandemonium perfectly captured both Nevermind’s And Gen X’s zeitgeist, making “Smells Like Teen Spirit” oneof Nirvana’s most timeless visual documents

The Most Disappointing Rock Music Videos

Rock music videos can be truly spectacular, but sometimes they can also be a huge letdown. Here are some of the most disappointing rock music videos of all time.

Conclusion

Rock music has come a long way since its early days, and the music videos that accompany these songs are now considered works of art in their own right. From the classic MTV era to the modern day, rock music videos have always pushed the envelope and offered something unique to fans.

Which rock music video is your favorite? Let us know in the comments below!