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  1. 75 Best Rock Bands of the '90s (Greatest 90s Bands) - MidderMusic

    Plaintive, emotive, and occasionally mournful, Alice in Chains pioneered a melodic, intoxicating sound. Quite simply, their moodiness was mesmerizing. Their songs not only dealt with themes of heartbreak and loss, but also tackled big picture issues like war and conformity. As far as rock bands in the 90s go, these … See more

    • 1. Alice in Chains
    • 2. Nirvana
    • 3. Pearl Jam
    • 4. O… See more

    Nirvana needs no introduction. Kurt Cobain, Dave Grohl, and Krist Novoselic were the veritable heart of the grunge movement that emerged in the late 80s and early 90s in … See more

    Seattle grunge legends Pearl Jam put a folk-rock spin on the alternative genre. Eddie Vedder’s baleful, raspy voice was like electricity and … See more

    A 90s band list wouldn’t be complete without ‘em. It wouldn’t be a stretch to call Oasis the most famous British bandsince The Beatles or The Rolling Stones. Their songs were charged with an unedited emotional weight that transcends time. “Wonderwall” isn’t one … See more

  2. The 55+ Best 90s Rock Bands of All Time, Ranked

      1. Nirvana. 471 votes. Striking a chord with disaffected youth, Nirvana shattered …
      2. Pearl Jam. 382 votes. Spearheading the grunge revolution alongside Nirvana, …
      3. Alice in Chains. 446 votes. An essential pillar of the Seattle grunge scene, …
      4. Soundgarden. 359 votes. One of the pioneers of grunge, Soundgarden …
      5. Metallica. 334 votes. Arguably the most influential metal band of the '90s, …
  3. The 25 Greatest ‘90s Bands And Artists - Forbes

    Jun 15, 2024 · Explore the greatest bands of the '90s. Relive the decade's iconic music and discover the influential groups that defined the sound of the '90s.

  4. Top 25 Best Rock Bands Of The 1990s (Grunge, Alt

    Jul 16, 2025 · Explore the 25 greatest rock bands of the 1990s, from grunge pioneers like Nirvana to genre-defying acts like Radiohead, Green Day, and Red Hot Chili Peppers.