Top 80s Rock Music to Add to Your Playlist

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If you love classic rock music from the 1980s, then check out this blog post. You’ll find a list of the top 80s rock songs to add to your playlist.

Defining the 80s rock music genre

The 80s rock music genre is characterized by a heavy use of electric guitars, drums, synthesizers, and sometimes saxophones. This genre emerged in the late 1970s and became extremely popular in the 1980s. Some of the most famous 80s rock bands include Bon Jovi, Guns N’ Roses, and Def Leppard.

The birth of 80s rock music

While the 60s and 70s were all about peace and love, the 80s were a time of change – both musically and politically. The Cold War was in full effect, and the world was on the brink of nuclear war. Meanwhile, Ronald Reagan was elected president of the United States, and Margaret Thatcher became prime minister of the United Kingdom.

With all this going on, it’s no wonder that 80s rock music reflected the zeitgeist of the times. Gone were the sunny melodies of previous decades – now, rock music had a dark edge to it. This new sound was typified by bands like Joy Division, The Cure, Siouxsie and the Banshees, and Bauhaus.

If you’re looking to add some 80s rock music to your playlist, here are 10 essential songs to get you started:

1) “Bela Lugosi’s Dead” by Bauhaus
2) “Girls on Film” by Duran Duran
3) “Hungry like the Wolf” by Duran Duran
4) “Just Can’t Get Enough” by Depeche Mode
5) “Love Will Tear Us Apart” by Joy Division
6) “Personal Jesus” by Depeche Mode
7) “She Sells Sanctuary” by The Cult
8) “So Alive” by Love & Rockets
9) “Susanne” by Siouxsie and the Banshees
10) “World in My Eyes” by Depeche Mode

The evolution of 80s rock music

The 1980s was a decade that saw the evolution of rock music. From the early days of punk rock to the rise of hair metal, the 80s was a decade that saw it all. Here are a few of the top 80s rock songs that you should add to your playlist.

“She Sells Sanctuary” by The Cult

“Welcome to the Jungle” by Guns N’ Roses

“Living After Midnight” by Judas Priest

“Crazy Train” by Ozzy Osbourne

“I Wanna Rock” by Twisted Sister

The influence of 80s rock music

The 80s was a great decade for rock music. Some of the most influential bands and artists emerged during this time and their music continues to be popular today. If you’re looking for some great 80s rock music to add to your playlist, here are some of the top options:

– “Hungry like the Wolf” by Duran Duran
– “Walking on Sunshine” by Katrina and the Waves
– “The heat is on” by Glenn Frey
– “You spin me round (like a record)” by Dead or Alive
– “Sunglasses at Night” by Corey Hart
– “I Wanna Dance with Somebody (Who Loves Me)” by Whitney Houston
– “Here I Go Again” by Whitesnake
– “Pour Some Sugar on Me” by Def Leppard
– “Crazy Little Thing Called Love” by Queen

The popularity of 80s rock music

The 80s was a great decade for rock music with a new generation of bands taking the world by storm. Led by Guns N’ Roses, Bon Jovi, and Metallica, this new wave of musicians brought a fresh sound to the genre that was much needed after the disco era of the 70s. The popularity of 80s rock music is still going strong today, with many fans still listening to their favorite bands from this era.

If you’re looking to add some classic 80s rock tunes to your playlist, here are some of the best songs from this era:

-Guns N’ Roses – “Welcome to the Jungle”
-Bon Jovi – “Livin’ on a Prayer”
-Metallica – “Enter Sandman”
-AC/DC – “Back in Black”
-Aerosmith – “Walk This Way”
-Whitesnake – “Here I Go Again”
-Poison – “Every Rose Has Its Thorn”
-Def Leppard – “Photograph”
-Van Halen – “Jump”

The decline of 80s rock music

It is commonly accepted that the 80s was the decade when rock music saw its decline. After the huge commercial and critical successes of bands like Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd and Queen in the 70s, the 80s saw a distinct change in direction for rock music. Not only did bands like Duran Duran and Wham! take over the mainstream, but there was also a new wave of heavy metal bands like Metallica and Megadeth who were making music that was heavier and more aggressive than anything that had come before.

However, there are still many great 80s rock songs that are worth listening to. Here are 10 of our favorites:

1) “Welcome to the Jungle” by Guns N’ Roses
2) “Paradise City” by Guns N’ Roses
3) “Sweet Child O’ Mine” by Guns N’ Roses
4) “Live and Let Die” by Paul McCartney
5) “Crazy Train” by Ozzy Osbourne
6) “Under the Bridge” by Red Hot Chili Peppers
7) “Yesterday” by The Beatles
8) “Smells Like Teen Spirit” by Nirvana
9) “Enter Sandman” by Metallica
10) “The Trooper” by Iron Maiden

The resurgence of 80s rock music

The resurgence of 80s rock music has been a welcomed trend in recent years. Here is a list of some of the top 80s rock music to add to your playlist.

-Queen – “We Will Rock You”
-Bon Jovi – “Livin’ on a Prayer”
-Guns N’ Roses – “Welcome to the Jungle”
-Def Leppard – “Pour Some Sugar on Me”
-Metallica – “Enter Sandman”

The top 80s rock songs

Are you looking for some new music to add to your playlist? If you’re a fan of 80s rock, then check out this list of the top 80s rock songs. From hair metal to new wave, there’s something for everyone on this list.

– “Every Rose Has Its Thorn” by Poison
– “I Wanna Rock” by Twisted Sister
– “Cum On Feel the Noize” by Quiet Riot
– “Detroit Rock City” by Kiss
– “We’re Not Gonna Take It” by Twisted Sister
– “Shake Me” by Cinderella
– “Pour Some Sugar On Me” by Def Leppard
– “Roll With the Changes” by REO Speedwagon
– “Don’t Stop Believin'” by Journey
– “(I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction” by Rolling Stones
– “You Shook Me All Night Long” by AC/DC
– We Will Rock You

The top 80s rock bands

The eighties was the era of hair bands and hard rock. Music from this decade is still popular today, with many bands enjoying a resurgence in popularity. Here is a list of the top 80s rock bands, in no particular order.

-Guns N’ Roses
-Bon Jovi
-Van Halen
-Aerosmith
-Metallica
-Poison
-Whitesnake
-Mötley Crüe
-Scorpions
-Kiss

The future of 80s rock music

The future of 80s rock music is looking bright, with a number of new bands and solo artists emerging onto the scene and making a name for themselves. Here are just a few of the most promising up-and-comers in the world of 80s rock music:

The Black Keys: This American duo first gained notoriety with their 2010 album Brothers, which featured the hit single “Tighten Up.” They have since gone on to release several more successful albums, cementing their place as one of the most popular rock bands of the 2010s.

Arctic Monkeys: This English band first made waves with their debut album Whatever People Say I Am, That’s What I’m Not in 2006. Since then, they have released five more studio albums, all of which have been highly acclaimed by critics.

Royal Blood: This English duo burst onto the scene with their self-titled debut album in 2014. The album was a commercial and critical success, winning them a number of awards and helping them to establish themselves as one of the leading lights of the new wave of British rock bands.

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