Genre

hard rock

Best hard rock bands ranked →

Alter Bridge

Hinder

The Warning

Dio

Cheap Trick

Twisted Sister

Status Quo

The Black Crowes

In This Moment

Thin Lizzy

Black Veil Brides

Escape the Fate

Nevertel

Highly Suspect

Silverchair

Frequently asked questions

How many hard rock bands are there?

The Band Index lists 216 hard rock bands, from genre-defining acts to emerging artists.

What are the best hard rock bands?

Top hard rock bands include Alter Bridge, Hinder, The Warning, Dio, Cheap Trick. See the full ranked list of the best hard rock bands.