The biggest band in the world
 

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?

Sadly, and honestly, it probably is U2.

why sadly?

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.

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.

Probably The Rolling Stones and U2.

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.

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

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

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.

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

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.

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

Are you serious?

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.

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

I think he's trying to name the biggest bands of this era.

Also, U2 sucks.

They sure do

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

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

probably Nickleback

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

Not Likely

U2 though I don't like them.

I hate U2 almost as much as I hate Wolfmother.

They're still breathing?

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.

ditto

also

FUCK WOLFMOTHER

Should I know Wolfmother?

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

Aussie band.

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

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.

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

Motley Crue

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.

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.

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.

So do other 90s records, tardboy.

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.

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:

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.

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

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.

what is GH?

U2 is clearly the biggest band in the world.

Not gonna lie I havent heard anything about Radiohead in like 2 years

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.

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

Fat Joe and whoever is backing him.

You my friend, are a giant faggot

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.

AC/DC

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

Take That right now I'd say...

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.