Musicians Who Set the Stage for Rock and Roll

Since then, the Foo Fighters have won 13 Grammys and sold millions of records, all thanks to this edgy, long-haired legend. Grohl has a commanding presence on stage, but he always makes sure the focus is on his band, not himself. 

Sting

Sting's tenure with The Police cemented him as a British rock legend at an extremely young age. This talented bassist also plays his fair share of guitar parts on all of his records, and his solo act gained global critical acclaim after critics realized how well his energy translates to the stage. 

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The More You Know

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