The Drill Down
The Most Talented Rock Bands in History, Ranked
24. Journey
We’ll never stop believing in the talent and legacy of this group. Journey’s 1981 hit song, “Don’t Stop Believing” is but one example of their triumph as a band, as in 2009, it became the top-selling track in iTunes history for a song not released in the same century. And as one of our favorite go-to karaoke songs, we’re so glad this track made it big.
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But Journey is known for a lot more than just this banger. Recognized for their power ballads, they’re most praised by fans for two things in particular: having one of the best vocalists in rock history, Steve Perry, and for Neal Schon’s unparalleled guitar licks. Beginning in San Francisco, they have sold over 75 million records worldwide, earning them a place on Wikipedia’s list for the world’s best-selling bands of all time.
