Velvet Underground
It is often said that while only a few thousand people bought their first record when it was releases, almost all of them went on to start their own band.
Influenced: Patti Smith, Brian Jonestown Massacre, Bowie, REM, The Pixies
Venus in Furs
13th Floor Elevators
One of the first psychedelic bands
Influenced: Queens of the Stone Age, Nebula, The Black Angels
You’re Gonna Miss Me
MC5
Influenced punk and metal through their politically charged lyrics and heavy sound
Influenced: Aerosmith, KISS, RATM
Kick Out the Jams
Black Flag
The first hardcore punk band that also fostered the DIY subculture
Influenced: RHCP, DEP, Neurosis
Nervous Breakdown
Mudhoney
Inspired the grunge movement
Influenced: Nirvana, Pearl Jam, Soundgarden
Touch Me I’m Sick
