The Best Rock Music of 2014

It was a great year for rock music, with a wide range of artists releasing excellent albums. In no particular order, here are some of the best rock albums of 2014.

The Best Rock Music of the Year

2014 was a great year for rock music. Many different genres and styles were represented, and there were plenty of great albums to choose from. Below is a list of some of the best rock music of the year, as well as links to more information about each album.

-Black Sails in the Sunset by A Day to Remember
-The Hunting Party by Linkin Park
-Drones by Muse
-Hypnotic Eye by Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers
-1000hp by Godsmack
-Sonic Highways by Foo Fighters
-The Above by Chevelle

The Best Rock Music of All Time

Rock music has been around for decades, and there have been many great bands and artists over the years. But which band or artist is the best of all time? That’s a tough question to answer. There are so many different ways to measure greatness, and there are so many different opinions out there. But we’re going to try to answer that question today. We’re going to take a look at the best rock music of all time, according to a variety of different criteria.

The Best Rock Songs of 2014

It’s been a great year for rock music, with a wealth of strong albums and exciting new bands emerging. Here are our picks for the best rock songs of 2014.

“Do I Wanna Know?” – Arctic Monkeys
An infectious blend of rock and roll and electronica, this track from the Arctic Monkeys’ fifth album AM is one of the band’s best-ever singles.

“Riptide” – Vance Joy
Australian singer-songwriter Vance Joy scored a global hit with this sun-drenched ukulele-led ballad.

“Fever” – The Black Keys
The first single from The Black Keys’ eighth studio album Turn Blue, “Fever” is a sleek and soulful slice of garage rock perfection.

“Walk” – Foo Fighters
The lead single from the Foo Fighters’ eighth studio album Sonic Highways, “Walk” is an anthemic stadium rocker that showcases the band’s signature sound.

“Blue Jeans” – Lana Del Rey
Lana Del Rey’s breakthrough hit “Video Games” may have been released back in 2011, but it was her second album Born to Die that really cemented her status as one of the most exciting new artists around. “Blue Jeans” is a standout track from the record, with its haunting production and Del Rey’s seductive vocal performance.

The Best Rock Albums of 2014

From Foo Fighters to Jack White, rock fans had a lot to enjoy in 2014. Here are our picks for the best rock albums of the year.

Foo Fighters, “Sonic Highways”
Foo Fighters’ eighth album was also a TV series, with the band recording in eight different cities across the United States. The result is a diverse, heart-felt record that captures the spirit of America.

Jack White, “Lazaretto”
Jack White’s second solo album is a wild ride, full of bluesy riffs, catchy hooks and plenty of surprises. It’s one of the most creative and exciting rock records in recent memory.

The Black Keys, “Turn Blue”
The Black Keys’ eighth album finds the duo experimenting with new sounds and textures, resulting in their most atmospheric and psychedelic record yet.

Arbor Day, “Hexagon”
Arbor Day’s debut album is an energetic mix of punk and indie rock that recalls the early days of Sonic Youth and Pixies. It’s a promising start for a promising band.

The Best Rock Bands of 2014

In 2014, there were a lot of great rock bands that released fantastic music. It was a great year for the genre, and there was a lot of competition for the top spot on our list. We’ve taken a look at all of the bands that released music this year, and we’ve compiled a list of what we think are the best rock bands of 2014.

The Best Rock Artists of 2014

2014 was a great year for rock music, with many artists releasing fantastic albums. In this article, we’ll take a look at some of the best rock artists of 2014.

The Best Rock Concerts of 2014

2014 was a great year for rock music, with many amazing concerts and performances taking place around the world. Here are some of the best rock concerts of 2014:

– Foo Fighters at Wrigley Field, Chicago: Foo Fighters put on an incredible show at Wrigley Field in Chicago, one of America’s most iconic baseball stadiums. The band played a mix of old and new hits, and even brought out special guests like John Paul Jones of Led Zeppelin fame.

– Metallica at Glastonbury Festival, England: Metallica made their long-awaited return to the UK’s Glastonbury Festival this year, and they did not disappoint. The heavy metal legends delivered a set full of classics like ‘Enter Sandman’ and ‘Master of Puppets’, as well as new material from their 2013 album ‘Death Magnetic’.

– Arctic Monkeys at Reading Festival, England: Arctic Monkeys are one of the UK’s biggest bands, and they showed why with a triumphant headline set at Reading Festival. The band played a mix of old favourites like ‘I Bet You Look Good on the Dancefloor’ and ‘Do You Want to Know a Secret’, as well as new tracks from their 2013 album ‘AM’.

– Muse at Bellahouston Park, Glasgow: Muse are known for their spectacular live shows, and they didn’t disappoint with their headline set at Bellahouston Park in Glasgow. The band played a mix of tracks from their latest album ‘The 2nd Law’, as well as older classics like ‘Time Is Running Out’ and ‘Supermassive Black Hole’.

The Best Rock Festivals of 2014

The top rock festivals of 2014 offer music lovers a chance to see their favorite bands and artists perform live. From Coachella to Lollapalooza, there is a festival for every taste. Here are our picks for the best rock festivals of 2014.

Coachella

Held in Indio, California, Coachella is one of the most popular music festivals in the world. The lineup for this year’s festival includes Outkast, Muse, Beck, Lorde, and many more. Tickets are still available for purchase on the Coachella website.

Lollapalooza

Lollapalooza is held in Chicago, Illinois every year and draws crowds from all over the world. This year’s lineup includes Arctic Monkeys, Eminem, Skrillex, Broken Bells, and Calvin Harris. Tickets are available on the Lollapalooza website.

The Best Rock Music Videos of 2014

The year 2014 was a great one for rock music, with a number of different bands and artists releasing some truly excellent music videos. Here are ten of the best rock music videos of 2014, in no particular order.

1. “The Middle” by Jimmy Eat World
Directed byIsaac Rentz, “The Middle” is a fun and energetic track that perfectly captures the feel of summer. The video features the band performing in a variety of different outfits and locations, with a focus on bright colors and good vibes.

2. “Do I Wanna Know?” by Arctic Monkeys
This dark and atmospheric track from Arctic Monkeys’ 2013 album AM gets an appropriately eerie video directed by David Wilson. The video features the band performing in a desert landscape, with occasional shots of a woman (presumably singer Alex Turner’s girlfriend at the time) walking around in what appears to be a post-apocalyptic world.

3. “Ain’t It Fun” by Paramore
Directed by Isaac Rentz (who also directed Jimmy Eat World’s “The Middle”), “Ain’t It Fun” is a high-energy track that finds Paramore embracing their pop side. The video is bright and colorful, with the band performing in a number of over-the-top costumes (including some very memorable cowboy getups).

4. “The Vulture” by Queens of the Stone Age
This gritty track from Queens of the Stone Age’s …Like Clockwork album gets a fittingly dark and disturbing video, directed by Liam Lynch. The video features disturbing images intercut with footage of the band performing, resulting in an unsettling but nonetheless captivating watch.

5. “Fever” by The Black Keys
The Black Keys’ 2010 album Brothers was full of great tracks, but it was “Fever” that finally got them the mainstream recognition they deserved. The song’s catchy hook and bluesy sound made it an instant classic, and the accompanying video (directed by Harmony Korine) is just as iconic. Featuring footage of pole dancers set to the song’s groove, it’s a unique and unforgettable visual accompaniment to one of the best tracks of the past decade.

The Best Rock Music of 2014