Quiz: How Well Do You Know Rock Music?

How well do you know your rock music? Test your knowledge with this fun quiz!

Introduction

How much do you really know about rock music? Find out with this quick quiz!

The Beatles

The Beatles were an English rock band, formed in Liverpool in 1960. They became widely regarded as the foremost and most influential music band in history. Rooted in skiffle, beat and 1950s rock and roll, the Beatles later experimented with several musical styles, ranging from pop ballads and Indian music to psychedelia and hard rock, often incorporating classical elements and unconventional recording techniques in innovative ways. In 1963, their enormous popularity first emerged as “Beatlemania”; as the group’s music grew in sophistication, led by primary songwriters Lennon and McCartney, they came to be perceived as an embodiment of the ideals shared by the era’s sociocultural revolutions.

Led Zeppelin

Led Zeppelin was an English rock band that formed in 1968. The group consisted of vocalist Robert Plant, guitarist Jimmy Page, bassist/keyboardist John Paul Jones, and drummer John Bonham. The band’s heavy, guitar-driven sound has led them to be cited as one of the progenitors of heavy metal. Their style drew from a wide variety of influences, including blues, psychedelia, and folk music.

The group is widely considered to be one of the greatest and most influential rock bands of all time. They achieved international success with their self-titled debut album in 1969 and went on to release a string of successful albums over the next decade. Led Zeppelin’s fourth album, titled Led Zeppelin IV and featuring the track “Stairway to Heaven”, is among the most popular and influential works in rock music history.

Pink Floyd

Pink Floyd was an English rock band formed in London in 1965. They achieved international acclaim with their progressive and psychedelic music. Pink Floyd are one of the most commercially successful and influential groups in popular music history.

The group have sold an estimated 200 million records worldwide, including 74.5 million units in the United States. By 2013, they had spent more than 700 weeks on the UK Albums Chart, longer than any other artists except The Beatles and The Rolling Stones, and had been awarded 15 platinum and 31 gold discs. Pink Floyd were inducted into the US Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1996 and the UK Music Hall of Fame in 2005.

The Rolling Stones

Formed in London in 1962, the Rolling Stones have been one of the most influential and popular bands in rock music for over 50 years. With hits like “(I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction,” “Paint It, Black,” and “Start Me Up,” the Stones have cemented their place in music history. Take this quiz to see how well you know the Rolling Stones!

Queen

Queen is a British rock band formed in London in 1970. The classic line-up was Freddie Mercury (lead vocals, piano), Brian May (guitar), Roger Taylor (drums) and John Deacon (bass guitar). Queen’s early works incorporated elements of classical music, blues and pop. Their 1974 album Sheer Heart Attack propelled them to new heights of success with the hit single “Killer Queen”, while their 1977 album News of the World reached number one in several countries with the anthemic “We Will Rock You” and “We Are the Champions”. In 1991, Mercury died of complications from AIDS, and Deacon retired in 1997. Since then, May and Taylor have toured under the name “Queen +” with vocalists Paul Rodgers and later Adam Lambert.

AC/DC

Formed in 1973 by brothers Malcolm and Angus Young, AC/DC is a Australian rock band that has sold more than 200 million records worldwide. The group has released 17 studio albums, including such classics as “Highway to Hell” and “Back in Black.” They are one of the best-selling bands of all time.

Metallica

How well do you know your rock music? Take this quiz to find out!

1. What is the name of the first album released by Metallica?

2. Who is the lead guitarist for Metallica?

3. What is the name of the song that was released as a single from the album “Metallica”?

4. What year did Metallica form?

5. Who is the drummer for Metallica?

Nirvana

Nirvana was an American rock band from Aberdeen, Washington, formed in 1987. It was founded by singer and guitarist Kurt Cobain and bassist Krist Novoselic. Nirvana went through a succession of drummers, the longest-lasting and best-known being Dave Grohl, who joined in 1990. Though the band dissolved in 1994 after the death of Cobain, their music maintains a popular following and continues to influence modern rock and roll culture.

Conclusion

You did great! You know a lot about rock music. You’re a true fan.

You probably know a lot about classic rock, but you might not be as familiar with more recent music. That’s okay – there’s always more to learn. Keep listening and expanding your musical horizons.