10 Greatest Shock Rock Acts

10. Rammstein

When Rammstein started making waves at the turn of the century, their industrial sound had already been going strong for years. The way these German headbangers subverted expectations came purely through their execution and promotion.

Their videos from their early period stand up as some of the most controversial videos ever put to tape in the 2000's. From the ominous terror behind "Du Hast" to "Mein Teil's" glorification of cannibalism, the band knew how to get your attention in an instant. The band gained even more headlines when they released one of their latest videos exclusively on a porn website.

In addition to the videos, their live shows are absolutely nuts, which involve everything from fire cannons to sexual simulation. Even the keyboardist has been known to run on a treadmill during the show's duration.

As much as the violent and sexual imagery plays a part in the live show, there is also a tongue-in-cheek humor in the way the band presents its antics. These shows seem to simulate the true definition of excess, with frontman Till Lindemann serving as the ringmaster in this fabulously disturbed metal circus. After 2 decades, the band is still going strong and are as incendiary as ever.