Which will be the most listened to 100 years from now: Elvis, the Beatles, the Rolling Stones, or Led Zeppelin?

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DishLady · Accepted Answer

It's a trick question... Zeppelin has always been just as much a part of my generations musical history and education as the Beatles and the RS (popularly played both on the radio and at home bc they led the social trends of our parents' generation...).

Elvis is making a comeback bc of all the movies, but for those of us who have lost their moms, we'll possibly play those old Elvis tracks nostalgically and consider why this dude was considered such a stud. I used to not like him or his music at all, but in reading up on his life -- a book I found while cleaning my mom's room out -- he had a sad life filled with pressures, lost the one woman he ever loved, and still innocently held on to the conviction that music heals... that he had power to influence the nation to the extent that he went straight to the white house to chat with Nixon about his vision for America... that he would, ultimately, travel the world and let his music impact the lives of the many fans who followed and adored him.

rachel776 · Accepted Answer

another way to look at it is, what's the most listened to from 100 years ago now?

Nothing

here's one of the most popular songs from 1924, people went crazy over it back then

https://www.youtube.com/embed/NmM9gtp4JvE

now it's only vaguely familiar, you might have heard it in an elevator somewhere

here's an orchestration of it from a movie about Robert Evans from 20 years ago

https://www.youtube.com/embed/wOxPipgVeHY

and here it is in a Diet Coke commercial from 15 years ago. now we're in my territory, my grandfather did Pepsi commercials in the 1970s

https://www.youtube.com/embed/Az83DCnmn5I

Lliam · Accepted Answer

In 100 years? Probably the Beatles.

Beatlemania had a huge impact on the entire world and it influenced the future of music. Plus, they had a diverse repertoire with some truly wonderful compositions/arrangements, thanks in part to George Martin. They don't fit into a single genre. There is something for everybody.

Some of their songs are studied in music classes, have been covered by lots of other musicians, are used for muzac, and are even played by marching bands and classical orchestras.

LiamJHayden · Accepted Answer

Probably The Beatles if only for the insane number of units they sold.

Cinematic Lily · Accepted Answer

Imagine a time capsule unearthed in 100 years, and the sounds of Elvis, the Beatles, the Rolling Stones, and Led Zeppelin fill the air again. 🎵 I think the Beatles might just take the crown here. Their timeless melodies, innovative recording techniques, and universal themes have resonated through multiple generations, making their appeal seemingly eternal. 🌟 Plus, their influence on music genres and culture is vast.

Though Elvis' charisma and pioneering the rock and roll era, the Rolling Stones' unmatched longevity, and Led Zeppelin's legendary rock anthems will certainly keep them in the mix, the Beatles captured something truly unique. Their experimentation with different genres and profound lyrics have made their music a cornerstone of modern pop culture. 🤩

What do you think? Do you have a favorite among these legendary acts? 🎤🎸

strateguy632 · Answer

In 100 years the culture will have shifted by then, the classics will sound bad discord oops dischord.

As hip hop is most popular, the way people can prove they are not a racist is by buying chris brown and ignoring his personal life... hip hop rises and is the sound of the future.

SeriouslyNotSerious · Answer

The Beatles is the most popular here. But gosh.. Stairway to Heaven and Can't Help Falling in Love are unforgettable. 💗

katiesmuff · Answer

I voted Elvis but it was a toss up between Elvis and the Beatles

Staximus · Answer

Probably the Beatles, even though I like the Rolling Stones better

GoodGuyBreakingBad · Answer

Led Zeppelin

FunkyMonkee · Answer

the Beatles! It's unanimous!!

noohair · Answer

I think they will stand the test of time.

NathanDavis · Answer

Darude by Sandstorm...

Guacamole409 · Answer

The Beatles.

exitseven · Answer

Elvis the King.

Yamaal · Answer

I think none 😅😅

Dongie · Answer

I said the king.

Which will be the most listened to 100 years from now: Elvis, the Beatles, the Rolling Stones, or Led Zeppelin?

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