History WorseThanItSounds / Music

* [[spoiler: Music/{{CHVRCHES}}]]: [[WebOriginal/{{Chrontendo}} One of the most objective video game reviewers on the internet]] [[GuiltyPleasure loves it]].

* [[spoiler: Music/{{CHURCHES}}]]: [[WebOriginal/{{Chrontendo}} One of the most objective video game reviewers on the internet]] [[GuiltyPleasure loves it]].

* [[spoiler: Music/FloridaGeorgiaLine]]: The faces of modern country, taking it into [[SelfPlagiarism new]], [[PrettyFlyForAWhiteGuy exciting]] [[TestosteronePoisoning directions]]. Frequently compared to a [[Music/{{Nickelback}} notable Canadian group]] [[CriticalDissonance in terms of success]], their debut single was #1 on the Country charts for a record 19 weeks.

* [[spoiler: Music/FloridaGeorgiaLine]]: The faces of modern country, taking it into [[SelfPlagarism new]], [[PrettyFlyForAWhiteGuy exciting]] [[TestosteronePoisoning directions]]. Frequently compared to a [[Music/{{Nickelback}} notable Canadian group]] [[CriticalDissonance in terms of success]], their debut single was #1 on the Country charts for a record 19 weeks.

* [[spoiler:The Shaggs]]: A seminal ''musique concrete'' troupe who bend traditional musical structures into startling new shapes. They have been favorably compared to the most influential of pop musicians and many musicians have extolled their virtues, including Kurt Cobain and members of Sonic Youth.

* [[spoiler:Universal Music Group]]: A company owning even more numerous, well-received and popular bands.

* [[spoiler:Warner Music Group]]: A company owning numerous well-received and popular bands.

* [[spoiler: {{Nickelback}}]]: During a time when rock and roll threatens to be subsumed by more popular genres like dance-pop and hip-hop, this band is keeping the flame of rock-and-roll alive in the '00s and, rather than being relegated to their genre, have had humongous crossover mainstream hits. Their most recent records (including their latest, a collaboration with legendary rock producer RobertJohnMuttLange) have spat out upwards of seven singles per album, a feat unheard of since the days of ''[[MichaelJackson Thriller]]'' or ''[[DefLeppard Hysteria]]''.

* [[spoiler: Music/OneDirection]]]: Five boys form on a popular reality show and achieve international superstardom.

** [[spoiler: ''{[Music/CarlyRaeJepsen Call Me Maybe]]'']]: Said Canadian boy discovers a popular hit from his own country and shares it with the rest of the world.

* [[spoiler: ''[[Music/JohnLennon Unfinished Music, No. 1: Two Virgins]]'']]: A principal songwriter with one of popular music's leading groups joins his life partner for an [[TrueArtIsIncomprehensible avant-garde]] album which anticipates ambient and electronic music by several years. Features a controversial album cover that [[NightmareFuel celebrates the human body in all its diversity]].

* [[spoiler:''brokeNCYDE'']]: A combination of two of music's most popular genres.

* [[spoiler: [[Music/JohnCage ''"4'33"'']]: A piece so beautiful you won't even realize you're listening to it.

* [[spoiler: ''"4'33"'']]: A piece so beautiful you won't even realize you're listening to it.

* ''[[spoiler: [[BillyIdol Cyberpunk]]]]'': An old punk rocker finds a new voice in electronic music.

* [[spoiler: ''[[MichaelJackson Invincible]]'']] The most famous man in the world releases his long-awaited comeback and, sadly, his final album.
* [[spoiler: LimpBizkit]]: Their guitarist has received extensive critical acclaim for his eclectic song structuring and playing technique, and the band has released several big songs, videos and albums, and winning several awards.
* [[spoiler: Lulu]]: The [[Music/{{Metallica}} most popular metal band in history]] collaborate with the [[LouReed most well-respected experimental musician in rock music]] on a double concept album inspired by a play by the expressionist playwright Frank Wedekind. One of the videos is directed by RequiemForADream director Creator/DarrenAronofsky.
* [[spoiler: MileyCyrus]]: The daughter of a platinum-selling country star uses her music to explore themes like [[HannahMontana dual identity]] and her own rise to fame.

* [[spoiler: ''[[{{Metallica}} St. Anger]]'']]: A [[EmoTeen dark]], brooding tale of four musicians [[{{Wangst}} pushed to the edge]] and a [[JumpTheShark dramatic departure]] from their previous works. Features a [[LoopedLyrics unique approach to songwriting]] and an [[TrashCanBand even more unique approach to production]].
* [[spoiler: Thank You by DuranDuran]]: A legendary pop music supergroup pays tribute to their influences.
* [[spoiler: ''[[JohnLennon Unfinished Music, No. 1: Two Virgins]]'']]: A principal songwriter with one of popular music's leading groups joins his life partner for an [[TrueArtIsIncomprehensible avant-garde]] album which anticipates ambient and electronic music by several years. Features a controversial album cover that [[NightmareFuel celebrates the human body in all its diversity]].

* [[spoiler: ''Unfinished Music, No. 1: Two Virgins'']]: A principal songwriter with one of popular music's leading groups joins his life partner for an [[TrueArtIsIncomprehensible avant-garde]] album which anticipates ambient and electronic music by several years. Features a controversial album cover that [[NightmareFuel celebrates the human body in all its diversity]].

* [[spoiler: ''Nevermind'' by Music/{{Nirvana}}]]: Three nobodies make some of the catchiest angsty songs ever made with just a guitar, bass, and drumset (and cello). The album was hugely important in causing [[AlternativeRock a new genre]] to dominate top 40 radio.

* [[spoiler: ''Unplugged'' by Music/EricClapton]]: One of the greatest guitarists of all time releases his most heartfelt work to date. A TearJerker version of one of his biggest hits won a Grammy for best rock song.

* [[spoiler: "OMG" and "My Jeans" by Jenna Rose]]: A preteen singer inspired by a [[Music/RebeccaBlack beloved YouTube sensation]] freely expresses her feelings about desires and what she wants in herself.

* [[spoiler: {{Nickelback}}]]: During a time when rock and roll threatens to be subsumed by more popular genres like dance-pop and hip-hop, this band is keeping the flame of rock-and-roll alive in the '00s and, rather than being relegated to their genre, have had humongous crossover mainstream hits. Their most recent records (including their latest, a collaboration with legendary rock producer Mutt Lange) have spat out upwards of seven singles per album, a feat unheard of since the days of ''[[MichaelJackson Thriller]]'' or ''[[DefLeppard Hysteria]]''.

* [[spoiler: Music/InsaneClownPosse]]: A HipHop act known for its distinctive use of theatrical alter egos, its vicious social satire about the ugliness of modern society, and an elaborately designed mythology filled with [[CircusOfFear classic horror tropes]] that ties their entire discography together.

* [[spoiler:The Shaggs]]: A seminal ''musique concrete'' troupe who bend traditional musical structures into startling new shapes. They have been favorably compared to the most influential of pop musicians and many musicians have extolled their virtues, including Kurt Cobain and members of Sonic Youth.
* [[spoiler: "Hanky Panky" (album) by The The]]: Synth pop master smashes musical boundaries as he takes on the songs of the legendary [[spoiler: Hank Williams]].
* [[spoiler: ''Unfinished Music, No. 1: Two Virgins'']]: A principal songwriter with one of popular music's leading groups joins his life partner for an [[TrueArtIsIncomprehensible avant-garde]] album which anticipates ambient and electronic music by several years. Features a controversial album cover that [[NightmareFuel celebrates the human body in all its diversity]].
* [[spoiler:''In the Life of Chris Gaines'']]: A [[{{Deconstruction}} deconstructionist]] experiment in GenreShift and AlterEgoActing from one of [[Music/GarthBrooks country music's leading performers]].
* [[spoiler:''Imaginary Landscape No. 4'']]: This piece, by the much loved composer who challenged the very definition of music with his revolutionary 4'33", is yet another work that pushes the boundaries of music. It is unpredictable, never the same twice, and always evocative of the state of the culture of the moment.

* [[spoiler:"[[{{Rickroll}} Never Gonna Give You Up]]"]]: A love song which became a # 1 hit in the UK and US. Its video features acrobatic dancers and the director also made award-winning commercials and Hollywood blockbusters. Saw resurgence in popularity 20 years after released.
* [[spoiler: {{Creed}}]]: These guys love Jesus, and their songs are written about their faith. They have also crossed over to a mainstream audience, which is no mean feat for a band that talks about God. They have sold over 30 million albums worldwide, having a significant following of fans.

* [[spoiler:Warner Music Group]]: A company owning numerous well-received and popular bands.

* [[spoiler:''brokeNCYDE'']]: A combination of two of music's most popular genres.
* [[spoiler:Almost every {{Supergroup}}]]: A band comprised of several well known and respected musicians.
* ''[[spoiler: [[BillyIdol Cyberpunk]]]]'': An old punk rocker finds a new voice in electronic music.
* [[spoiler: Thank You by DuranDuran]]: A legendary pop music supergroup pays tribute to their influences.
* [[spoiler: ''"4'33"'']]: A piece so beautiful you won't even realize you're listening to it.
* [[spoiler: MileyCyrus]]: The daughter of a platinum-selling country star uses her music to explore themes like [[HannahMontana dual identity]] and her own rise to fame.
* [[spoiler: ''[[{{Metallica}} St. Anger]]'']]: A [[EmoTeen dark]], brooding tale of four musicians [[{{Wangst}} pushed to the edge]] and a [[JumpTheShark dramatic departure]] from their previous works. Features a [[LoopedLyrics unique approach to songwriting]] and an [[TrashCanBand even more unique approach to production]].
* [[spoiler: ''[[MichaelJackson Invincible]]'']] The most famous man in the world releases his long-awaited comeback and, sadly, his final album.
* [[spoiler: ''Music/{{Friday}}'']] An [[MemeticMutation overnight sensation]] in March 2011, this is a [[EarWorm truly memorable song]] about the passage of time, the struggle a young girl must make in choosing between her friends, and sheer youthful exuberance. Most notable for its [[{{Narm}} unique lyrical style]] and the distinct vocals of its [[Music/RebeccaBlack singer.]] Features a rap verse that can be compared to a [[{{Usher}} multi-platinum recording artist.]]
* [[spoiler: Lulu]]: The [[Music/{{Metallica}} most popular metal band in history]] collaborate with the [[LouReed most well-respected experimental musician in rock music]] on a double concept album inspired by a play by the expressionist playwright Frank Wedekind. One of the videos is directed by RequiemForADream director Creator/DarrenAronofsky.

* [[spoiler: Thank You by DuranDuran]]: Popular 80s band pays tribute to their influences.