r/musicsuggestions • u/RRE4EVR • 5d ago

Best American rock band of all time

This is obviously a subjective post. As post suggest “all time” so feel free to go back to to the 50’s and please consider that bands from this millennium may not hold up in a couple decades. Also genre blending bands welcome.

Greatful Dead my answer

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u/clandestine_manufact 5d ago

The Grateful Dead

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u/Njtotx3 5d ago

Wow, this should be in the top 2 or 3, and I say #1.

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u/Myghost_too 5d ago

Was going to be my answer. (Although Dr. Teeth & the Electric Mayhem is a valid nominee)

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u/DharmaBum61 4d ago

Hard to argue against.

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u/orcusporpoise 4d ago

A very strong argument can be made for the Grateful Dead, given their song writing, musicianship, longevity, influence, and impact on culture.

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u/newbill 3d ago

This really is the only acceptable answer.