The biggest band in the world [Archive]

Stickman

11-01-2006, 12:47 PM

Who is the biggest band in the world right now. U2 always claims that they are but I don't buy that. Metallica had that title but not so much right now. So who is the current biggest band?

samichna

11-01-2006, 12:49 PM

Sadly, and honestly, it probably is U2.

Avenger

11-01-2006, 01:15 PM

why sadly?

Avenger

11-01-2006, 01:16 PM

BTW "The Biggest Band in the World" is such an ambiguos statement its so hard to actually answer.

Probably who sold the most albums in the last year or two.

Stickman

11-01-2006, 01:20 PM

KingofOldSchool

11-01-2006, 01:26 PM

Probably The Rolling Stones and U2.

Skippord

11-01-2006, 04:26 PM

Tool? I dunno

Funky Fly

11-01-2006, 04:29 PM

Tool? I dunno
I sincerely doubt that Tool could outsell the Stones or U2 as far as album sales or ticket sales. Not to mention that Stones tickets probably cost 2 - 3 times what Tool tickets do.

Stickman

11-01-2006, 04:30 PM

It could be the Stones as they're selling out every night right now.

Shisen Kopf

11-01-2006, 04:47 PM

The thing about U2 is I really have a hard time finding people who love them right now. My brother does but thats it. It seems like the radio plays the hell out of them so people out there obviously love them. But talking to people nobody thinks they're all that.

I like U2, its better than that fucking god awful shit like Nickelback or that EMO shit that is out there right now. Plus I hate rap so yeah, U2 is better than that shit at least

Indifferent Clox

11-01-2006, 05:08 PM

Boomer

11-01-2006, 06:37 PM

I dunno about U2. Almost nobody I know likes them.

KingofOldSchool

11-01-2006, 06:44 PM

I'd rank the bands like this (which I'm basing on ticket sales and ticket prices)

1. The Rolling Stones
2. U2
3. Dave Matthews Band
4. Pearl Jam
5. Green Day
6. Coldplay
7. Red Hot Chili Peppers

I can't really be bothered to figure out more. I wish I could find the article that gave the numbers, although it's a few months out dated.

Funky Fly

11-01-2006, 06:44 PM

Besides the aformentioned U2 and Stones I'd have to say
Red Hot Chilli peppers or greenday.

As far as new bands I'd say My Chemical Romance.

Their new album isn't half bad either.. crazy as that may seem.
Are you honestly going to say more people like RHCP or Greenday than the Stones?

Are you serious?

KingofOldSchool

11-01-2006, 06:49 PM

BTW "The Biggest Band in the World" is such an ambiguos statement its so hard to actually answer.

Probably who sold the most albums in the last year or two.

Album sales don't mean jack in the long run, sure it gives the band and record label something to brag about, however nowadays there is more people downloading and that doesn't factor into total sales.

It's the concerts that make a band what they are. Just because a band is #1 on the charts, doesn't mean it will cause their concerts to be extremely successful.

MVP

11-01-2006, 07:53 PM

So the Rolling Stones, Pearl Jam, and Coldplay are the only good bands that are popular now.

FakeLaser

11-01-2006, 07:59 PM

Are you honestly going to say more people like RHCP or Greenday than the Stones?

Are you serious?
I think he's trying to name the biggest bands of this era.

FakeLaser

11-01-2006, 07:59 PM

Also, U2 sucks.

Skippord

11-01-2006, 09:25 PM

They sure do

KingofOldSchool

11-01-2006, 10:46 PM

They do, also was never a fan of the Stones. But I do love me some Aerosmith.

Funky Fly

11-02-2006, 03:26 AM

A lot of people like U2. Somehow I've never met any of them.

11-02-2006, 03:53 AM

probably Nickleback

Mister Sinister

11-02-2006, 05:08 AM

Are you honestly going to say more people like RHCP or Greenday than the Stones?

Are you serious?

Considering more people that like the Stones, are dead...

Not Likely

packt up

11-02-2006, 07:10 AM

U2 though I don't like them.

El Fangel

11-02-2006, 07:34 AM

I would have to say Metallica is up there in the big, and well known bands.

Impact!

11-02-2006, 09:44 AM

I hate U2 almost as much as I hate Wolfmother.

Joey Slugs

11-02-2006, 01:07 PM

As long as they are still breathing... it was always be The Rolling Stones.

samichna

11-02-2006, 01:14 PM

They're still breathing?

Stickman

11-02-2006, 01:55 PM

I would have to say Metallica is up there in the big, and well known bands.

Its hard to say if they're still the Biggest Band in the World. Mind you, if there next CD is not like St Anger, they will be.

Skippord

11-02-2006, 09:39 PM

I hate U2 almost as much as I hate Wolfmother.
ditto

also

FUCK WOLFMOTHER

El Fangel

11-02-2006, 09:49 PM

Its hard to say if they're still the Biggest Band in the World. Mind you, if there next CD is not like St Anger, they will be.
Granted, Metallica did put out some shitty album, Load and Reload, and St.Anger was mediocre at best, it had its gems (IMO) for Dirty Window, thats the only reason I don't put it with Load or Reload. Even if it lost its spot its definatly in the top 5.

Kane Knight

11-02-2006, 10:23 PM

Should I know Wolfmother?

AdrianM

11-02-2006, 10:28 PM

I'd say:

1. U2
2. Chilli Peppers
3. Coldplay
4. Green Day

Maybe someone like the Killers, panic at the disco (or whatever they're called) could get big soon tho

AdrianM

11-02-2006, 10:29 PM

Should I know Wolfmother?

Aussie band.

They're good, alot like Sabbath and a bit like Led Zepplin

Kane Knight

11-02-2006, 10:29 PM

Granted, Metallica did put out some shitty album, Load and Reload, and St.Anger was mediocre at best, it had its gems (IMO) for Dirty Window, thats the only reason I don't put it with Load or Reload. Even if it lost its spot its definatly in the top 5.

They put out a series of albums that were considered to be of declining quality. Their sales have tanked, and their band nearly died. TBH, I'm not sure there was ever a time Metallica was #1, but they're not even close right now.

Skippord

11-02-2006, 11:42 PM

Wolfmother is awful. I'd rather get my nuts bitten off by a rabid mongoose than listen to their CD

El Fangel

11-02-2006, 11:45 PM

Blitz

11-03-2006, 12:16 AM

Aussie band.

They're good, if you enjoy wanting to rip your ears off

weather vane

11-03-2006, 01:01 AM

Motley Crue

Kane Knight

11-03-2006, 09:09 AM

I for one haven't considered any album from Metallica quality since The Black Album, but back in the days of Kill em all, Ride the Lightning, ...And Justice for All , can you honestly say Metallica wasn't one of the top bands if not the top.

Would it be that much of a stretch? Metallica were at their most popular, actually, around the black album period. So you're actually asking me to buy that during a lesser time period for them (Again, in terms of popularity and size of attendance), they were on top?

Christ, I think Whacko Jacko was doing better in terms of size of both attendance and overall popularity in the mid-80s. There were probably at least a dozen acts above Metallica then.

Boomer

11-03-2006, 09:43 AM

Actually, I'm kinda surprised no one has mentioned Radiohead. I wouldn't say they are bigger than U2, but they are definitely big worldwide.

Stickman

11-03-2006, 01:36 PM

Metallica was the biggest band during the Black Album stage. Fuck you I"m not going to go dig up stats and shit. That album still does massive sales.

I was watching the History of Metal and they said the metal bands ahead of Metallica in the 80s were Motley Crue and Twisted sister. Reason: they had gimmicks, metallica is ugly.

I do actually enjoy Load and Reload. Yeah it's a lot different from their older shit, but it's still very distinct. St. Anger had a couple good songs and a bunch of loud noises.

Kane Knight

11-03-2006, 01:40 PM

Metallica was the biggest band during the Black Album stage. Fuck you I"m not going to go dig up stats and shit. That album still does massive sales.

So do other 90s records, tardboy.

Blue Demon

11-03-2006, 02:04 PM

I am a big U2 fan, as most of you know. I know there are different opinions on their campaigning, which quite frankly I can understand...but their music really isn't all that bad I don't think. But to each their own I suppose, but I'd definately say the biggest bands ar the Rolling Stones and U2.

Kane Knight

11-03-2006, 03:09 PM

You like U2? :?: Why is the boyfriend always the last to know?

Blue Demon

11-03-2006, 03:58 PM

You like U2? :?: Why is the boyfriend always the last to know?
It was one of my guilty pleasures. Don't worry, we'll work through it. :kiss:

Kane Knight

11-03-2006, 05:21 PM

At this point, I would insert a U2 song lyrics in a timely fashion, but I've never much listened to them.

I don't, like, HATE them, but I've never made a point to listen to 'em much either. I mean, offhand, I can only name Vertigo and a Beautiful Day, and I do hate one of those tracks.

Blue Demon

11-03-2006, 09:10 PM

there are plenty of other classics such as:

With or Without You
I Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking For
Sunday Bloody Sunday
Pride (In The Name Of Love)
New Year's Day
One
I Will Follow

Kane Knight

11-04-2006, 05:58 PM

I know there are more. I just couldn't name 'em.

I've tried getting into 'em, but their GH CDs tend to be overly costly, even used.

samichna

11-04-2006, 06:12 PM

what is GH?

Kid Robb

11-11-2006, 03:13 AM

U2 is clearly the biggest band in the world.

Skippord

11-11-2006, 04:32 AM

Actually, I'm kinda surprised no one has mentioned Radiohead. I wouldn't say they are bigger than U2, but they are definitely big worldwide.
Not gonna lie I havent heard anything about Radiohead in like 2 years

Boomer

11-11-2006, 07:50 AM

In the past two years they've been touring with stuff they are going to put on their new album. Their in the studio recording again right now.

packt up

11-11-2006, 10:05 AM

I'm a huge Radiohead fan but I wouldn't consider them to be the biggest band in the world. Best yes. Biggest no.

Champion of Europa

11-11-2006, 03:46 PM

Fat Joe and whoever is backing him.

Impact!

11-11-2006, 11:41 PM

ditto

also

FUCK WOLFMOTHER

Aussie band.

They're good, alot like Sabbath and a bit like Led Zepplin
You my friend, are a giant faggot
Wolfmother is awful. I'd rather get my nuts bitten off by a rabid mongoose than listen to their CD

Aussie band.

They're good, if you enjoy wanting to rip your ears off

Hanso Amore

11-12-2006, 12:20 AM

Ever : The Beatles

Alive: The Fucking Stones. Album sales plus concert sales plus fan base plus being old = The Shit

Metallica is the top METAL band ever, but that is where I draw the line. Remember, during the black album they were opening for GNR if I remember correctly. They were huge, but shitty cds and turning on their fans cost them dearly.

Of the current bands, I would say that My Chemical Romance is on top. They sell alot of records and all, but it comes down to their fans. They are fucking nuts about them. Its hard to find a kid between 12-18 that doesnt want to suck they pee pees. Just like Jeff Hardy, there is just some odd connection between them and the fans. Very Loyal.

Also, I will join the I fucking hate Wolf Mother club. I would rather listen to Nelson for the rest of my life than ever hear another WM song.

The Naitch

11-12-2006, 12:32 AM

AC/DC

Indifferent Clox

11-12-2006, 02:07 AM

Are you honestly going to say more people like RHCP or Greenday than the Stones?

Are you serious?
No! i was saying I nod to the stones and u2 and would like to add the others I mentioned?

Avenger

11-12-2006, 03:53 PM

Take That right now I'd say...

ct2k

11-12-2006, 03:59 PM

I'd says its U2 unfortunately even though they're shite, much like Coldplay all of the influential DJ's and critics rim them for some reason or other.

Also :rofl: @ whoever said Dave Matthews Band are one of the biggest in the world.