From Woodstock to Wembley—Name These Rock Legends
Quiz completed!
Here are your results...
🥁You're a star!
Well done!
Good effort!
Not too bad!
Better luck next time!
You scored
out of
Question 1
Who Sang “Imagine,” A Global Anthem For Peace?
Question 1
Which Band Was Known For Their Theatrical Performances And Face Paint?
Question 1
What Group Performed The Iconic Rock Opera “Tommy”?
Question 1
Who Was The Lead Guitarist Of Queen?
Question 1
What Band Had A Hit With “Hotel California”?
Question 1
Which British Band Featured A Tongue Logo?
Question 1
Who Sang “Born To Run,” An American Rock Classic?
Question 1
Which Band’s Drummer Was Also The Lead Vocalist?
Question 1
Who Was The Frontman Of Nirvana?
Question 1
What Band Released “Stairway To Heaven”?
Question 1
Who Sang “Bohemian Rhapsody”?
Question 1
Which Band Was Known For The Song “Smoke On The Water”?
Question 1
What Female Rocker Sang “Hit Me With Your Best Shot”?
Question 1
Which Guitarist Set His Guitar On Fire At Monterey Pop?
Question 1
What Band Was “Sweet Child O’ Mine” A Hit For?
Question 1
Who Played Drums For The Beatles?
Question 1
Which Rock Band Was Fronted By Steven Tyler?
Question 1
What Iconic Rock Singer Was Known As The “Lizard King”?
Question 1
Which Rock Group Created “Dark Side Of The Moon”?
Question 1
Who Sang “American Woman,” A Hit For A Canadian Band?
Question 1
Which Band Wrote “Back In Black” As A Tribute?
Question 1
Who Was The Lead Singer Of The Police?
Question 1
What Rock Band Performed At Woodstock And Later At Wembley?
Question 1
Which Band Released “Go Your Own Way”?
Question 1
What Instrument Did Jerry Lee Lewis Play?
Question 1
Who Sang “Rockin’ In The Free World”?
Question 1
Which Band Was Known For The Album “Rumours”?
Question 1
Who Sang “Purple Haze”?
Question 1
What Band Released “We’re Not Gonna Take It”?
Question 1
Who Sang “I Love Rock ‘N Roll”?
Question 1
What Band Did Freddie Mercury Lead?
Question 1
Which Rock Icon Nicknamed Himself “The Boss”?
Question 1
Who Is Known For Smashing Guitars On Stage?
Question 1
What Group Had A Hit With “Don’t Stop Believin’”?
Question 1
Who Played Guitar For The Rolling Stones?
Question 1
Which Band Released “Another Brick In The Wall”?
Question 1
Who Was Known As “The Prince Of Darkness”?
Question 1
Which Rock Star Was Born Robert Zimmerman?
Question 1
What Was The Beatles’ Final Studio Album?
Question 1
Who Is The Lead Singer Of U2?
Question 1
What Punk Band Released “London Calling”?
Question 1
Who Founded The Band Foo Fighters?
Question 1
What Band Had A Hit With “You Really Got Me”?
Question 1
Who Is Famous For Wearing Schoolboy Outfits On Stage?
Question 1
What Band Released “Free Bird”?
Question 1
Who Performed “Like A Rolling Stone”?
Question 1
Which Band Is Known For The Song “Come As You Are”?
Question 1
Who Was The Frontman Of The Doors?
Question 1
What Rock Singer Famously Bit A Bat On Stage?
Question 1
Which Band Sang “Dream On”?
Question 1
What Band Performed “Sweet Emotion”?
Question 1
Who Wrote “While My Guitar Gently Weeps”?
Question 1
What Band Created “The Wall” Album?
Question 1
Who Played Guitar For Cream?
Question 1
Which Band Had A Hit With “Livin’ On A Prayer”?
Question 1
Who Sang “Piece Of My Heart”?
Question 1
What Band Released “Barracuda”?
Question 1
Who Was The Lead Guitarist For Van Halen?
Question 1
Which Icon Wrote “Space Oddity”?
Question 1
Who Sang “Rebel Yell”?
Question 1
What Band Featured Both David Gilmour And Roger Waters?
Question 1
Who Was The Lead Singer Of Soundgarden?
Question 1
What Legendary Guitarist Died At Age 27 In 1970?
Question 1
Which Rock Band Was Fronted By Mick Jagger?
Question 1
Who Wrote And Sang “Piano Man”?
Question 1
What Was The First Performer To Play At Woodstock?
Question 1
Who Sang “American Girl” With The Heartbreakers?
Question 1
Who Was Fleetwood Mac’s Most Famous Female Vocalist?
Question 1
Who Was The Bassist For The Beatles?
Question 1
What Band Released “Bohemian Like You”?
Question 1
Who Sang “Let’s Dance” In 1983?
Question 1
What Band Released “Roxanne”?
Question 1
What Band Sang “Carry On Wayward Son”?
Question 1
What Guitarist Played With Guns N’ Roses?
Question 1
What Group Released The Album “Ten”?
Question 1
Who Was The Main Songwriter For The Beatles?
Question 1
Which Band Is Known For Face Paint And Pyrotechnics?
Question 1
What Band Released “Don’t Fear The Reaper”?
Question 1
Who Is Known As The “Godfather Of Punk”?
Question 1
What Band Sang “More Than A Feeling”?
Question 1
Who Sang “Black Dog” And “Stairway To Heaven”?
Question 1
What Band Did Bono Perform With At Live Aid 1985?
Question 1
Which Rock Musician Was Knighted By The Queen In 1998?
Question 1
Which Band Popularized The Use Of Two Lead Guitarists In Rock Music?
Question 1
Who Is Known For Performing With A Double Neck Guitar On Stage?
Question 1
Which Rock Album Features The Track “Baba O’Riley”?
Question 1
Which Music Festival Was Held In Upstate New York In 1994 To Honor Its 25th Anniversary?
Question 1
Which Rock Star Is Famous For His Ziggy Stardust Persona?
Question 1
What Was Joan Jett’s First Band Called?
Question 1
Which Rock Legend Was Inducted Into The Hall Of Fame Three Times?
1
Freddie Mercury
2
John Lennon
3
Elton John
4
Paul Simon
John Lennon’s “Imagine” became one of the most iconic peace songs ever, reflecting his post-Beatles activism and ideals.
1
U2
2
KISS
3
AC/DC
4
Green Day
KISS combined heavy metal with flamboyant stage makeup and pyrotechnics, creating an unforgettable rock and roll persona.
1
The Rolling Stones
2
Pink Floyd
3
The Who
4
The Beatles
The Who’s groundbreaking rock opera “Tommy” told the story of a deaf, dumb, and blind pinball wizard.
1
Brian May
2
Keith Richards
3
David Gilmour
4
Slash
Brian May, known for his curly hair and homemade guitar, helped shape Queen’s distinctive and layered sound.
1
Eagles
2
Fleetwood Mac
3
Led Zeppelin
4
The Doors
“Hotel California” by the Eagles is a haunting rock ballad that explores themes of excess and disillusionment.
1
Blur
2
The Rolling Stones
3
The Beatles
4
Oasis
The Rolling Stones’ tongue-and-lips logo, created by John Pasche, became one of the most famous symbols in music.
1
Billy Joel
2
Bruce Springsteen
3
Tom Petty
4
Bob Dylan
“Born to Run” launched Bruce Springsteen to stardom with its anthem of escape and youthful urgency.
1
Rush
2
Genesis
3
Van Halen
4
Foo Fighters
Phil Collins sang and played drums for Genesis, becoming the band’s frontman after Peter Gabriel’s departure.
1
Dave Grohl
2
Kurt Cobain
3
Eddie Vedder
4
Chris Cornell
Kurt Cobain led Nirvana and became the voice of grunge with raw emotion and iconic lyrics.
1
Lynyrd Skynyrd
2
Led Zeppelin
3
Deep Purple
4
Black Sabbath
“Stairway to Heaven” by Led Zeppelin is widely considered one of the greatest rock songs of all time.
1
David Bowie
2
Elton John
3
Queen
4
The Kinks
“Bohemian Rhapsody” showcased Queen’s range, blending rock, opera, and balladry into a singular, unforgettable masterpiece.
1
ZZ Top
2
Deep Purple
3
Judas Priest
4
Iron Maiden
“Smoke on the Water” was inspired by a fire in Montreux and features one of rock’s most famous riffs.
1
Stevie Nicks
2
Janis Joplin
3
Joan Jett
4
Pat Benatar
Pat Benatar’s “Hit Me With Your Best Shot” became a feminist rock anthem in the early 1980s.
1
Jimi Hendrix
2
Carlos Santana
3
Pete Townshend
4
Eric Clapton
Jimi Hendrix famously lit his guitar on fire during a 1967 performance, cementing his wild rock legend status.
1
Guns N’ Roses
2
Metallica
3
Poison
4
Motley Crüe
“Sweet Child O’ Mine” was Guns N’ Roses’ first and only number-one single on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
1
John Lennon
2
George Harrison
3
Mick Jagger
4
Ringo Starr
Ringo Starr’s steady, understated drumming helped shape The Beatles’ unique pop-rock sound.
1
Def Leppard
2
Queen
3
Bon Jovi
4
Aerosmith
Steven Tyler’s flamboyant voice and stage presence led Aerosmith to international rock fame with countless hits.
1
Jim Morrison
2
Roger Daltrey
3
Ozzy Osbourne
4
David Bowie
Jim Morrison, the enigmatic frontman of The Doors, dubbed himself the “Lizard King” for his poetic mystique.
1
Yes
2
Genesis
3
Radiohead
4
Pink Floyd
Pink Floyd’s “Dark Side of the Moon” is one of the best-selling and most critically acclaimed albums in history.
1
Triumph
2
April Wine
3
Rush
4
The Guess Who
The Guess Who made rock history with “American Woman,” which topped charts in both Canada and the U.S.
1
AC/DC
2
Metallica
3
KISS
4
Aerosmith
AC/DC released “Back in Black” to honor their late frontman Bon Scott, with Brian Johnson taking over vocals.
1
Sting
2
Bono
3
Phil Collins
4
Rod Stewart
Sting, born Gordon Sumner, blended reggae and rock as The Police’s iconic frontman and bassist.
1
Jefferson Airplane
2
The Doors
3
Santana
4
The Who
The Who delivered legendary performances at both Woodstock in 1969 and Wembley Stadium decades later.
1
The Eagles
2
Fleetwood Mac
3
The Rolling Stones
4
Heart
Fleetwood Mac’s “Go Your Own Way” captured the personal turmoil between bandmates Lindsey Buckingham and Stevie Nicks.
1
Guitar
2
Drums
3
Piano
4
Saxophone
Jerry Lee Lewis was known for his wild rock-and-roll piano style and outrageous live performances.
1
Bruce Springsteen
2
Neil Young
3
Tom Petty
4
Bob Dylan
Neil Young’s “Rockin’ in the Free World” became an anthem of protest and freedom in the late 1980s.
1
Chicago
2
Eagles
3
Foreigner
4
Fleetwood Mac
Fleetwood Mac’s “Rumours” captured emotional drama and became one of the best-selling albums ever.
1
Eric Clapton
2
George Harrison
3
Jimi Hendrix
4
Stevie Ray Vaughan
“Purple Haze” showcased Jimi Hendrix’s groundbreaking guitar work and became a psychedelic rock anthem.
1
Scorpions
2
Slade
3
KISS
4
Twisted Sister
Twisted Sister’s rebellious anthem “We’re Not Gonna Take It” became a rallying cry for youth in the 1980s.
1
Joan Jett
2
Pat Benatar
3
Heart
4
Janis Joplin
Joan Jett’s “I Love Rock ‘n Roll” became a punk-infused anthem celebrating the power of rock music.
1
Queen
2
The Police
3
The Rolling Stones
4
Pink Floyd
Freddie Mercury’s dynamic vocals and theatrical presence made Queen one of the most influential rock bands in history.
1
Jon Bon Jovi
2
Bruce Springsteen
3
Rod Stewart
4
Elvis Presley
Bruce Springsteen earned the nickname “The Boss” for his commanding stage presence and working-class rock anthems.
1
James Hetfield
2
Pete Townshend
3
Angus Young
4
Bono
The Who’s Pete Townshend famously smashed guitars during concerts, symbolizing raw rock energy and rebellion.
1
Kansas
2
Boston
3
Journey
4
Foreigner
Journey’s “Don’t Stop Believin’” became a cultural staple, thanks to its uplifting message and massive popularity.
1
Neil Young
2
Jimmy Page
3
Brian May
4
Keith Richards
Keith Richards is the gritty riff-master behind The Rolling Stones’ biggest hits and distinctive blues-rock sound.
1
Dire Straits
2
U2
3
Pink Floyd
4
Genesis
“Another Brick in the Wall” by Pink Floyd is a powerful protest against rigid education systems and conformity.
1
Slash
2
Gene Simmons
3
Alice Cooper
4
Ozzy Osbourne
Ozzy Osbourne, former frontman of Black Sabbath, embraced his dark image with theatrical performances and macabre lyrics.
1
Tom Petty
2
Bob Dylan
3
Lou Reed
4
Van Morrison
Bob Dylan was born Robert Zimmerman and changed music history with poetic lyrics and socially conscious folk-rock.
1
Revolver
2
Abbey Road
3
Let It Be
4
Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band
Though Let It Be was released last, Abbey Road was the final album recorded together by The Beatles.
1
Axl Rose
2
Bono
3
Sting
4
Morrissey
Bono’s soaring vocals and humanitarian work helped make U2 one of the most iconic bands of the modern rock era.
1
Ramones
2
Sex Pistols
3
Green Day
4
The Clash
The Clash’s London Calling merged punk with reggae, ska, and rockabilly, becoming a politically charged rock masterpiece.
1
Eddie Vedder
2
Dave Grohl
3
Billy Corgan
4
Chris Cornell
Dave Grohl created Foo Fighters after Nirvana ended, stepping from behind the drums into the spotlight as frontman.
1
The Who
2
The Kinks
3
The Animals
4
Cream
The Kinks’ “You Really Got Me” is credited with pioneering hard rock and heavy guitar distortion.
1
Slash
2
Tom Morello
3
Joe Perry
4
Angus Young
AC/DC’s Angus Young adopted the schoolboy uniform as a quirky trademark while delivering explosive guitar solos.
1
The Allman Brothers
2
ZZ Top
3
The Band
4
Lynyrd Skynyrd
“Free Bird” by Lynyrd Skynyrd is a Southern rock epic, famous for its soaring guitar solo finale.
1
Neil Young
2
Bruce Springsteen
3
Bob Dylan
4
Eric Clapton
Bob Dylan’s “Like a Rolling Stone” revolutionized songwriting with its abstract lyrics and rock-infused folk structure.
1
Soundgarden
2
Alice In Chains
3
Nirvana
4
Pearl Jam
“Come As You Are” showcases Nirvana’s grunge aesthetic—moody, distorted, and emotionally charged.
1
Jim Morrison
2
David Bowie
3
Ozzy Osbourne
4
Mick Jagger
Jim Morrison captivated audiences with his deep voice, poetic lyrics, and hypnotic performances as The Doors’ lead.
1
Alice Cooper
2
Marilyn Manson
3
Gene Simmons
4
Ozzy Osbourne
Ozzy Osbourne’s accidental bat-biting incident in 1982 became one of the most infamous moments in rock history.
1
The Cars
2
Bon Jovi
3
REO Speedwagon
4
Aerosmith
“Dream On” was Aerosmith’s breakout ballad, showcasing Steven Tyler’s incredible vocal range and the band’s classic sound.
1
Journey
2
Van Halen
3
Aerosmith
4
KISS
“Sweet Emotion” became one of Aerosmith’s signature hits, blending blues rock with funky bass and swagger.
1
John Lennon
2
Eric Clapton
3
George Harrison
4
Paul McCartney
George Harrison penned this emotional Beatles ballad, with Eric Clapton providing the haunting lead guitar.
1
Rush
2
The Moody Blues
3
Genesis
4
Pink Floyd
Pink Floyd’s The Wall explored themes of isolation and authoritarianism, and became a theatrical rock milestone.
1
Eric Clapton
2
Brian May
3
Jimmy Page
4
Joe Walsh
Eric Clapton co-founded Cream and showcased his blues-rock prowess through extended jams and virtuosic solos.
1
Bon Jovi
2
Poison
3
Whitesnake
4
Europe
“Livin’ on a Prayer” became Bon Jovi’s anthem of working-class struggle and belief in perseverance.
1
Stevie Nicks
2
Aretha Franklin
3
Joan Baez
4
Janis Joplin
Janis Joplin’s raspy, soul-shaking voice turned “Piece of My Heart” into a rock and blues standard.
1
Fleetwood Mac
2
Heart
3
Blondie
4
Scorpions
Heart’s “Barracuda” paired Ann Wilson’s powerhouse vocals with hard-charging guitar riffs for an unforgettable rock anthem.
1
Joe Satriani
2
Angus Young
3
Eddie Van Halen
4
Tom Morello
Eddie Van Halen revolutionized guitar playing with two-handed tapping and lightning-fast solos in the band Van Halen.
1
David Bowie
2
Bryan Ferry
3
Peter Gabriel
4
Elton John
David Bowie’s “Space Oddity” introduced Major Tom and launched Bowie’s legacy as a glam rock innovator.
1
Iggy Pop
2
David Lee Roth
3
Mark Knopfler
4
Billy Idol
Billy Idol’s “Rebel Yell” combined punk attitude with catchy pop hooks, becoming his signature hit in the ‘80s.
1
The Beatles
2
The Eagles
3
Radiohead
4
Pink Floyd
David Gilmour and Roger Waters shaped Pink Floyd’s sound, especially during the creation of The Wall and Dark Side.
1
Chris Cornell
2
Layne Staley
3
Scott Weiland
4
Kurt Cobain
Chris Cornell’s soaring vocals defined Soundgarden’s grunge sound and influenced countless hard rock singers of the ‘90s.
1
Keith Richards
2
Duane Allman
3
Jimi Hendrix
4
Jeff Beck
Jimi Hendrix passed away in 1970, leaving behind an enduring legacy as one of rock’s greatest guitarists.
1
The Rolling Stones
2
The Doors
3
The Who
4
Genesis
Mick Jagger’s flamboyant stage presence and vocals helped make The Rolling Stones global rock icons.
1
Billy Joel
2
Bruce Springsteen
3
Don Henley
4
Bob Seger
“Piano Man” became Billy Joel’s breakout hit, chronicling barroom stories with bittersweet melody and harmonica.
1
Santana
2
Jimi Hendrix
3
Crosby, Stills & Nash
4
Richie Havens
Richie Havens opened Woodstock with an improvised performance that set the tone for the historic music festival.
1
Steve Miller
2
Tom Petty
3
Jackson Browne
4
John Mellencamp
Tom Petty’s “American Girl” captured youthful dreams and became a rock radio staple in the U.S.
1
Debbie Harry
2
Stevie Nicks
3
Pat Benatar
4
Chrissie Hynde
Stevie Nicks brought mysticism and chart-topping songs to Fleetwood Mac during their most successful years.
1
John Lennon
2
George Harrison
3
Paul McCartney
4
Ringo Starr
Paul McCartney played bass for The Beatles and also contributed vocals, piano, and songwriting talent.
1
The Strokes
2
Pulp
3
The Dandy Warhols
4
Blur
“Bohemian Like You” became an indie rock anthem, gaining further fame through TV commercials and film soundtracks.
1
Sting
2
Phil Collins
3
David Bowie
4
Peter Gabriel
David Bowie’s “Let’s Dance” marked his successful venture into pop-rock, produced by Chic’s Nile Rodgers.
1
Talking Heads
2
Roxy Music
3
Dire Straits
4
The Police
“Roxanne” was The Police’s breakout single, blending reggae rhythms with Sting’s distinctive voice and storytelling.
1
Foreigner
2
Kansas
3
Boston
4
Styx
Kansas’ progressive rock hit “Carry On Wayward Son” became a staple of classic rock radio and pop culture.
1
Slash
2
Billy Gibbons
3
Joe Perry
4
Tom Morello
Slash’s top hat, curly hair, and bluesy solos became synonymous with Guns N’ Roses’ gritty rock image.
1
Pearl Jam
2
Stone Temple Pilots
3
Radiohead
4
Nirvana
Pearl Jam’s debut album Ten helped define the grunge movement alongside Nirvana and Soundgarden in the early 1990s.
1
Ringo Starr
2
George Harrison
3
Brian Epstein
4
Lennon-McCartney
The songwriting duo of John Lennon and Paul McCartney produced many of The Beatles’ timeless classics.
1
Motörhead
2
KISS
3
Metallica
4
Def Leppard
KISS built their brand with elaborate makeup, stage effects, and arena-shaking rock anthems.
1
Journey
2
Cream
3
The Byrds
4
Blue Öyster Cult
“Don’t Fear the Reaper” featured haunting vocals and cowbell, making it a rock radio classic.
1
Iggy Pop
2
Joey Ramone
3
Johnny Rotten
4
Henry Rollins
Iggy Pop’s wild stage antics and primal energy earned him the title “Godfather of Punk.”
1
Boston
2
Chicago
3
REO Speedwagon
4
Foreigner
Boston’s “More Than a Feeling” blended melodic harmonies with soaring guitar riffs, becoming a classic rock staple.
1
Cream
2
Bad Company
3
Led Zeppelin
4
Deep Purple
Led Zeppelin’s “Stairway to Heaven” is widely regarded as one of the greatest rock songs of all time.
1
U2
2
Queen
3
The Cure
4
Dire Straits
Bono led U2 in an emotional Live Aid performance that elevated their global status.
1
David Gilmour
2
Elton John
3
Brian May
4
Eric Clapton
Elton John was knighted in 1998 for his services to music and charity, and later made a member of the Order of the Companions of Honour.
1
The Police
2
Ramones
3
The Doors
4
The Allman Brothers Band
The Allman Brothers Band pioneered the dual-guitar harmony style that influenced southern and jam rock bands.
1
Tom Morello
2
Lindsey Buckingham
3
Joe Satriani
4
Jimmy Page
Jimmy Page often played a double-neck Gibson to perform “Stairway to Heaven” live without switching instruments.
1
Paranoid
2
Sticky Fingers
3
Who's Next
4
The Wall
The Who’s Who's Next includes “Baba O’Riley,” a powerful anthem of youthful rebellion and synth-rock innovation.
1
Woodstock '94
2
Live Aid
3
Lollapalooza
4
Glastonbury
Woodstock '94 brought together a new generation of rock fans and performers in a mud-soaked tribute to 1969.
1
Marc Bolan
2
Freddie Mercury
3
Alice Cooper
4
David Bowie
David Bowie’s Ziggy Stardust character revolutionized glam rock with theatrical flair and sci-fi themes.
1
The Blackhearts
2
Heart
3
The Pretenders
4
The Runaways
Joan Jett co-founded The Runaways, a groundbreaking all-female rock band that gained fame in the late '70s.
1
Jeff Beck
2
Paul McCartney
3
Neil Young
4
Eric Clapton
Eric Clapton is the only artist inducted three times: as a solo artist, with Cream, and with The Yardbirds.
1 / 90
Players who played this quiz:
+
Faster than you:
Wow! You're faster than % of players
Smarter than you:
Amazing! You're smarter than % of players
Get ready to rock your brain! From iconic ballads to legendary guitar riffs, this quiz will test how well you know rock’s greatest artists, bands, and anthems. Can you name these rock legends from Woodstock to Wembley?
About us
At Paddling, we offer an engaging and interactive way to challenge your knowledge across pop culture, entertainment, history, sports, and more.
Our trivia quizzes are crafted to entertain and educate, providing a fun learning experience that's accessible from anywhere.
With a diverse selection of topics, you're bound to discover something that sparks your interest.