10 Best American Classic Rock Bands Of All Time
1. Aerosmith
Once the British Invasion was in full swing, it seemed that the American version of rock had run its course. Though America quickly picked up on the more psychedelic side of the genre, it felt like the time for heavy riffs and straight ahead rock was a fading memory for rockers. Not if the Bad Boys from Boston had anything to say about it though...
Aerosmith will forever be the quintessential American band, with their unique approach to riffs and relentless rhythmic foundation. The band's initial influences centered around the British Invasion acts, but the actual execution of these ideas were something all their own. Steven Tyler's wail brought an added element of danger into the music, as Joe Perry brought a soulful yearning into every one of his leads.
With the band's roots in the funky sides of rock, their sound evolved into a more rhyt update on the blues rock of old. Think of what happens if you put The Rolling Stones in a room with Led Zeppelin, and then make them write a song with a James Brown horn section. Armed with a heavy dose of rhythm, Aerosmith took everything that made rock and roll awesome and pushed it to the nth degree. Other bands may have vied for the throne, but no one can match the pure energy of this rock and roll powerhouse.