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What Are The Greatest Rock Songs From The 90s?

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What are the greatest rock songs from the 90s? Everyone has their own opinion, and everyone seems to have strong opinions on the best rock from the decade. Even rock fans can’t agree on what was the best of the best!

In the 90s, we had the rise of grunge, punk was strong, alternative was making big waves, metal, and more. However, a noted publication just came out with their list of the 75 best rock songs from the 90s. They seem to know a thing or two on the subject. Here’s what they had to say on the matter of the greatest rock songs from the 90s.

The Greatest Rock Songs From The 1990s

There was so much variety in the rock world during the 90s. You and two of your friends could both like rock while liking three vastly different bands and sounds. Hair rock was incredibly popular during the 80s and it seems like Grunge has defined the 90s. The sound, the look, all of it!

Understandably, everyone has their own thoughts and taste of the music from the era. However, noted publication Loudwire recently released their list of the 75 Best Rock Songs Of The ’90s! Loudwire knows their rock, so we can consider them to be experts on the subject.

They chose to do the list in alphabetical order by band name, so it’s not in order of the Greatest songs. On the list, you’ll find hits like “Thunderstruck” by AC/DC which starts things off. I was surprised that was a 90s song. I would have thought it was a little older but it was released in 1990. Aerosmith’s “I Don’t Want to Miss A Thing” and Alice in Chain’s “Would?” finish the A-category.

Loudwire’s list goes on to share songs from all sorts of rock’s varieties including “What’s My Age Again?” by Blink-182 and “No Rain” by Blind Melon. This list has some serious range! Of course, Blur made the list with “Song no. 2.” That’s a 90s classic. Candlebox, Counting Crows, and Eve 6 all have songs that made the list, as well. Heavy hitters Green Day and Guns N’ Roses are on there, too.

So, what (and who) was left off of the list of greatest rock songs of the 90s? Personally, no Incubus on the list was a bummer. “Drive” was released in 1999. I thought that had a chance to make the list. Who do you notice was left off? Let us know? See the full list below!

LOUDWIRE’S LIST OF THE 75 GREATEST ROCK SONGS FROM THE 90s

Dave & Chuck The Freak's 5 Song Ultimate Eclipse Playlist

Enjoy the eclipse today with Dave & Chuck The Freak’s ultimate eclipse playlist. If you add these 5 tracks to your playlist today, you’re going to greatly increase the viewing experience for everyone.

These are a collection of songs perfect for today. After that? It’s not going to be as useful. Here are the 5 songs we suggest for your playlist tonight.

Dave & Chuck The Freak’s 5 Song Ultimate Eclipse Playlist

Dave mentioned that he’s going to be watching the eclipse with some friends at a Wine Party while enjoying some refreshing vino. You know what will go well with that? Some nice tunes. Dave’s friends are going to greatly appreciate this playlist, and maybe yours will, too!

As we talked about on the show today, there are a lot of songs about eclipses–however, there should be more. Every band should have a song about an eclipse or a song that mentions one for this very moment. Some of these songs (which we’ll discuss below) are blowing up again even after being dormant for decades.

Thankfully, we were able to put a collection of 5 songs together that are perfect for watching the eclipse. All you’ll need are these 5 songs. They’ll set the mood and provide the perfect atmosphere to enhance the evening.

Of course, with so many songs about eclipses it’s going to be hard to include them all. We have to still get a little creative for a list. There are other Playlists For The Eclipse online, but this one is tailored by us for us. Just like our specific St. Paddy’s Day Playlist. We’re specifically targeting Dave’s wine party with these songs. It’s going to be an evening Dave and his friends will never forget.

Chuck claims he isn’t too excited about that, but once you hit play on this playlist everything will change. Let’s check out what songs made the cut. Are we missing one? Let us know!

  • Total Eclipse Of The Heart - Bonnie Tyler

    Look, we had to add this one. It’s an Essential Eclipse song for your Eclipse Playlist. This song is skyrocketing in popularity and searches with the pending eclipse. Bonnie Tyler and her people are raking it in right now. This is why every band should have a song about some sort of natural disaster. You never know when you might be able to cash in.

  • Eclipse - John Denver

    We made the mistake of playing this on the show today. It might have put you asleep. It sounds exactly like every other John Denver song ever made. We thought it was a different one before realizing it just sounds like all of his other stuff. It may be slow, but it’s perfect for Dave’s wine party.

  • Fade To Black - Metallica

    Now, we’re getting a little creative. Why not play “Fade To Black” while watching the sun fade to black. It’s incredibly fitting. If you time it right it could greatly enhance your viewing experience. Hey, it’s better than John Denver! At least it’s a good way to break up the John Denver and Bonnie Tyler. You’re welcome.

  • Here Comes The Sun - The Beatles

    Here Comes The Sun…and there goes the sun. You can enjoy some wordplay by playing this song at your Eclipse Party. Everyone likes some clever wordplay. This could be a great go-to song for when the eclipse is happening, or as it’s ending. The timing is totally up to you with this playlist.

  • Dark Side Of The Moon - Pink Floyd

    You know what’s better than playing the song “Dark Side Of The Moon” during an eclipse? Playing the whole album. Not only will it match up with The Wizard Of Oz, it will match up with the solar eclipse if you do it correctly! Plus, this way you can keep the playlist going for a long time. The eclipse will only last minutes, but the party can go on much longer with some Pink Floy in the mix.

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Cort Freeman was born and raised in Metro Detroit. He was named Clarkston High School 2009 Class Clown 13 years after graduating. Totally normal thing to happen. That’s thanks to his time spent as an Intern at Comedy Central and Social Media Correspondent for The Colbert Report. Cort has done comedy across the country, both standing up and sitting down. When he’s not trying to make you laugh on-air and online, he’s probably at home enjoying his favorite shows like Seinfeld, South Park, and The Office. He’s also totally uncomfortable writing about himself in the third person. Cort enjoys writing about comedy, food, sports, and entertainment. So, basically anything and everything.
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