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Rock is one of the most popular musical genres, and has been so for the past several decades. In the 50's and 60's, rock n' roll artists like Elvis Presley and The Beatles paved the way for the evolution of this new sound. Over the decades, rock has been categorized by the heavy sounds of an electric guitar, or the sweet, melodic sound of an acoustic. With so many different sub-categories, there is a rock artist for everyone! Some of the most notable groups are categorized as rock bands, and there have been millions and millions of rock album copies sold over the past decades.
Led Zeppelin: Led Zeppelin IV
The fourth Untitled full length release by Led Zeppelin, usually referred to as Led Zeppelin IV, is one of the highest-selling rock albums of all time. Released in November, 1971, by Atlantic Records, the album became one of the most popular hard rock/heavy metal albums ever. With over 37 million copies sold since it's release, this is Led Zeppelin's most popular record, and includes hit songs, 'Black Dog', and 'Stairway To Heaven', which is generally considered to be the band's signature song. Produced by the notable guitarist, Jimmy Page, the album continues to sell thousands of copies each year.
Fleetwood Mac: Rumours
Fleetwood Mac's classic album, Rumours, is a near-perfect record, and one that has sold over 4o million copies, according to Wikipedia. Though it is the eleventh studio release in Fleetwood Mac's discography, it is definitely their most iconic record. The album combines upbeat sounds and a very playful tone; the band intended to make a 'pop' album when they entered the recording studio, and the result is a perfect blend of soft rock and light pop. Their track, Landslide, is one of the most recognized songs of the album, and has been covered by several artists over the years, notably by The Chicks, in 2002, when it appeared on their album, Home, giving the song a bit of a resurgence.
