Generally it appears practically inconceivable to maintain a band collectively. Like all relationship that places folks in shut proximity for prolonged quantities of time, members of rock bands should take care of egos, stubbornness and the occasional basic incompetence. It is no shock that drama inside bands like Kiss and Motley Crue has supplied a gradual stream of headlines for years now.
Nonetheless, a handful of teams have discovered a solution to preserve a secure lineup for many years, together with Rush, who was interrupted by the 2020 loss of life of drummer Neil Peart, and ZZ Prime, whose lengthy historical past collectively ended when bassist and singer Dusty Hill died in 2021.
Some bands make lineup adjustments so delicate that followers might not even discover. Like Inexperienced Day, who made touring guitarist Jason White an official member from 2012-2016, and Styx, who equally bumped Will Evankovich from touring musician to full-fledged member in 2021.
Then there are the legacy acts who’re presently caught in states of flux. Like Aerosmith, who has been going by means of an elongated stretch with out Joey Kramer. The drummer remains to be an official member, however will not be collaborating within the band’s 2023 farewell tour. Equally, U2 drummer Larry Mullen Jr. will miss concert events in 2023 for well being causes, nevertheless his state of affairs with the band is seemingly on stronger footing, as he’ll reportedly be welcomed again the second he feels bodily prepared.
For argument’s sake, we have included each U2 and Aerosmith within the beneath listing of Rock’s 23 Longest-Lasting Lineups, together with loads of different bands which have been round for years.
Rock’s 23 Longest-Lasting Lineups
It is not straightforward to maintain a band collectively.
