[Western Music] Classic Blues Rock Songs: A Summary of Recommended Popular Tracks
Blues, known as the origin of various genres such as jazz and rock, also has its own subgenres.
Among them, blues rock is, quite literally, a genre that refers to rock built on the foundation of the blues.
It was born primarily among British musicians influenced by authentic American blues, but in practice, works labeled as blues rock often incorporate many other elements, such as garage and psychedelic.
In this article, we’ve picked out classic Western songs categorized as “blues rock,” including bands from the 2000s onward.
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[Western Music] Classic Blues Rock: A Curated List of Popular Recommended Songs (41–50)
Friday The 13thAtomic Rooster
Atomic Rooster is a band formed in 1969, known for having Carl Palmer—one of Britain’s leading drummers—as a member.
“Friday the 13th” is a single released in 1970, which reached No.
7 on the UK Singles Chart.
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Anything ‘Cept the TruthEagles of Death Metal
Eagles of Death Metal is a rock band formed in 1998, and despite their name, they have released many songs with a bright, upbeat feel.
“Anything ’Cept the Truth” was included on their 2008 album Heart On.
Light My FireThe Doors
The Doors are an American band formed in 1965, and they were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1993.
“Light My Fire” is their biggest hit; it was included on the 1967 album The Doors and was later released as a single.
ThresholdThe Steve Miller Band
The Steve Miller Band is an American band formed in 1966, and they were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2016.
“Threshold” is a track from the 1977 album Book of Dreams, and its Japanese title is “Hishō” (meaning “Flight”).
Dog Eat DogAC/DC
AC/DC is an Australian rock band formed in 1973.
“Dog Eat Dog” is a track from the studio album “Let There Be Rock,” released in 1977, and it has the Japanese title “Let’s Stop Fighting Among Ourselves.”
Hold OnAlabama Shakes
Alabama Shakes is an American band formed in 2009.
“Hold On” is a track from their 2012 album “Boys & Girls,” and it was nominated for a Grammy Award.
In Japanese, it has been given the title “Funbatte” (meaning “Hang in there” or “Hold on”).
Heavy On My MindBack Door Slam
Back Door Slam was a band from the Isle of Man formed in 2003 and disbanded in 2009.
“Heavy On My Mind” is included on their debut album “Roll Away,” released in 2007.