Category: Trivia

The relationship between music and food is a close one, with many musicians finding comfort and inspiration in the dishes they love. Rock stars are no exception; their favorite foods reveal a great deal about their personalities and tastes. Here are the favorite foods of 50 of the biggest names in rock music:

1. Freddie Mercury – The late Queen frontman was a big fan of seafood, especially prawn cocktails and oysters.
2. Bono – The U2 singer is a big fan of Italian cuisine and is often seen dining at his favorite restaurant, Enoteca on Dublin’s Drury Street.
3. Bruce Springsteen – The Boss is a big fan of diners and is often seen grabbing a bite at the local greasy spoon when he’s on tour.
4. Ozzy Osbourne – The Black Sabbath singer is a big fan of red meat and is particularly fond of a good steak.
5. Dave Grohl – The Foo Fighters frontman is a big fan of junk food and is often seen snacking on candy and fast food while on the road.
6. Paul McCartney – The former Beatle is a big fan of vegetables and is known for his love of vegetarian dishes, especially lentil soup.
7. Axl Rose – The Guns N’ Roses singer is a big fan of spicy food and is often seen dining on Mexican dishes, especially tacos.
8. Iggy Pop – The punk rock legend is a big fan of pizza and is often seen snacking on a slice while on the road.
9. Robert Plant – The Led Zeppelin singer is a big fan of traditional English cuisine, especially pies and puddings.
10. Mick Jagger – The Rolling Stones frontman is a big fan of Indian food and is often seen dining on curry dishes.
11. Steven Tyler – The Aerosmith singer is a big fan of Southern comfort food, especially fried chicken and biscuits.
12. John Lennon – The late Beatle was a big fan of sushi and was known to enjoy Japanese delicacy while on tour.
13. Eric Clapton – The blues guitarist is a big fan of fish and chips and is often seen snacking on the classic dish while on tour.
14. Jimmy Page – The Led Zeppelin guitarist is a big fan of Thai food and is often seen dining on spicy noodles and curries.
15. Eddie Vedder – The Pearl Jam singer is a big fan of Thai food and is often seen dining on green curry and pad Thai.
16. Keith Richards – The Rolling Stones guitarist is a big fan of junk food and is often seen snacking on candy and chips while on the road.
17. Roger Daltrey – The Who singer is a big fan of traditional English cuisine, especially roast beef and Yorkshire pudding.
18. Elton John – The legendary musician is a big fan of comfort food, especially fried chicken and mashed potatoes.
19. Kurt Cobain – The late Nirvana singer was a big fan of junk food and was often seen snacking on candy and fast food while on tour.
20. Brian May – The Queen guitarist is a big fan of Indian food and is often seen dining on spicy curries and tandoori dishes.
21. Dave Mustaine – The Megadeth frontman is a big fan of Mexican food and is often seen dining on tacos and burritos while on the road.
22. Johnny Cash – The country legend was a big fan of Southern comfort food, especially biscuits and gravy.
23. Phil Collins – The Genesis drummer, is a big fan of Italian cuisine and is often seen dining on pasta and pizza while on tour.
24. David Bowie – The late music icon was a big fan of Japanese cuisine and was often seen dining on sushi and sashimi while on tour.
25. Gene Simmons – The KISS bassist is a big fan of steak and is often seen dining on prime cuts of beef while on tour.
26. Pete Townshend – The Who guitarist is a big fan of seafood and is often seen dining on fish and chips while on the road.
27. Steven Adler – The former Guns N’ Roses drummer is a big fan of Mexican food and is often seen dining on tacos and burritos while on tour.
28. Billy Joel – The legendary pianist is a big fan of Italian cuisine and is often seen dining on pasta and pizza while on tour.
29. Mick Fleetwood – The Fleetwood Mac drummer is a big fan of seafood and is often seen dining on lobster and crab while on the road.
30. John Bonham – The late Led Zeppelin drummer was a big fan of traditional English cuisine, especially roast beef and Yorkshire pudding.

These are just a few examples of the favorite foods of some of the biggest names in rock music. Whether it’s the comfort of familiar dishes or a love for spicy or exotic cuisine, food plays an important role in the lives of many rock stars. As they travel the world and perform for thousands of fans, a great meal can provide a moment of respite and a taste of home.

1. Atlanta, GA – Outkast, Black Lips, Mastodon, Atlanta Rhythm Section, Jeezy
2. Austin, TX – Spoon, Fastball, Trail of Dead, Butthole Surfers, The 13th Floor Elevators
3. Baltimore, MD – Beach House, Animal Collective, Double Dagger, Dan Deacon, Future Islands
4. Boston, MA – The Cars, Aerosmith, The Pixies, Mission of Burma, Dropkick Murphys
5. Chicago, IL – Wilco, Smashing Pumpkins, Fall Out Boy, Chance the Rapper, Ministry
6. Cleveland, OH – The Black Keys, Devo, Nine Inch Nails, The Michael Stanley Band, Raspberries
7. Dallas, TX – Old 97’s, Death Cab for Cutie, Bowling for Soup, Erykah Badu, The Polyphonic Spree
8. Denver, CO – The Lumineers, Big Head Todd and the Monsters, 3OH!3, The Fray, Firefall
9. Detroit, MI – The White Stripes, Eminem, Kid Rock, Iggy Pop and the Stooges, The Supremes
10. Dublin, OH – Twenty One Pilots, The National, New Bomb Turks, Lazy Lizard, Red Sun Rising
11. Duluth, MN – Trampled by Turtles, Low, The Alarmists, Charlie Parr, Chatham Rise
12. East Los Angeles, CA – Los Lobos, Ozomatli, Quetzal, La Santa Cecilia, La Sonora Dinamita
13. East St. Louis, IL – Chuck Berry, Miles Davis, Scott Joplin, Freddie King, Johnnie Johnson
14. Eau Claire, WI – Bon Iver, Field Report, Phox, S. Carey, Petersson/McLennan
15. Greensboro, NC – The Avett Brothers, Archers of Loaf, Ben Folds Five, Superchunk, Squirrel Nut Zippers
16. Houston, TX – ZZ Top, Travis Scott, Geto Boys, Destiny’s Child, Beyoncé
17. Indianapolis, IN – The Jackson 5, David Lee Roth, John Mellencamp, The Gin Blossoms, REO Speedwagon
18. Jacksonville, FL – Lynyrd Skynyrd, Molly Hatchet, Blackfoot, .38 Special, The Allman Brothers Band
19. Kansas City, MO – Janelle Monáe, Tech N9ne, Puddle of Mudd, The Get Up Kids, The Architects
20. Las Vegas, NV – The Killers, Imagine Dragons, Panic! at the Disco, Broccoli Samurai, The Used
21. Little Rock, AR – Al Green, Johnny Cash, Levon Helm, James McMurtry, The Black Crowes
22. Los Angeles, CA – The Doors, The Beach Boys, The Byrds, The Mamas & The Papas, Love
23. Memphis, TN – Elvis Presley, Isaac Hayes, B.B. King, Al Green, Justin Timberlake
24. Miami, FL – Gloria Estefan and Miami Sound Machine, Rick Ross, Pitbull, DJ Khaled, T-Pain
25. Milwaukee, WI – Violent Femmes, Beastie Boys, The Replacements, The BoDeans, The Gufs
26. Minneapolis, MN – Prince, Hüsker Dü, The Jayhawks, The Replacements, Soul Asylum
27. Nashville, TN – Johnny Cash, Patsy Cline, Dolly Parton, Loretta Lynn, The Grand Ole Opry
28. New Orleans, LA – Louis Armstrong, Fats Domino, Dr. John, The Neville Brothers, The Meters
29. New York, NY – The Ramones, Blondie, Talking Heads, Television, The New York Dolls
30. Oakland, CA – Green Day, Metallica, MC Hammer, Tony! Toni! Toné!, Digital Underground
31. Oklahoma City, OK – The Flaming Lips, The All-American Rejects, Hinder, Moreland & Arbuckle, Parker Millsap
32. Orlando, FL – N Sync, Backstreet Boys, 98 Degrees, NSYNC, Savage Garden
33. Philadelphia, PA – The Roots, Hall and Oates, The Hooters, Boyz II Men, Questlove
34. Phoenix, AZ – The Gin Blossoms, The Meat Puppets, Jimmy Eat World, The Format, Meat Puppets
35. Pittsburgh, PA – Rusted Root, The Clarks, Donnie Iris, The Iron City Houserockers, The Jaggerz
36. Portland, OR – The Decemberists, The Dandy Warhols, Neko Case, Sleater-Kinney, The Shins
37. Providence, RI – Deer Tick, Brown Bird, The Low Anthem, Rogue Wave, Tristan Omand
38. Raleigh, NC – The Avett Brothers, Superchunk, Annuals, Schooner, Connells
39. Salt Lake City, UT – The Used, Neon Trees, Imagine Dragons, The Murder City Devils, The Utah Saints
40. San Diego, CA – Blink 182, Switchfoot, P.O.D, Rocket from the Crypt, Unwritten Law
41. San Francisco, CA – Jefferson Airplane, Grateful Dead, Janis Joplin, The Grateful Dead, The Doors
42. Seattle, WA – Soundgarden, Nirvana, Pearl Jam, Alice in Chains, Mudhoney
43. St. Louis, MO – Chuck Berry, Nelly, Scott Joplin, Miles Davis, Johnnie Johnson
44. Tampa, FL – Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, Lynyrd Skynyrd, The Outlaws, Molly Hatchet, .38 Special
45. Tucson, AZ – Calexico, Giant Sand, Linda Ronstadt, Giant Sand, Neko Case
46. Tulsa, OK – Leon Russell, J.J. Cale, The Gap Band, The Tractors, Elvin Bishop
47. Washington, D.C. – Fugazi, Bad Brains, Minor Threat, Rites of Spring, Embrace
48. Wichita, KS – William Elliott Whitmore, The Get Up Kids, The Architects, Deadman Flats, Ryan Stillwell
49. Wilmington, NC – The Avett Brothers, Annuals, Schooner, Eastern Standard Time, Roman Candle
50. Winston-Salem, NC – The Avett Brothers, The Wailers, Squirrel Nut Zippers, Southern Culture on the Skids, Ben Folds Five

One-hit wonders are an intriguing phenomenon in the world of music. These bands create a single hit song that propels them into the spotlight but often fail to replicate their success with subsequent releases. Here are some of the most famous one-hit wonder rock bands in alphabetical order and where they are today.

A-ha

The Norwegian pop-rock band A-ha is best known for their 1985 hit single “Take On Me.” Although the band has continued to release music, they have never been able to recapture the success of their iconic hit.

Chumbawamba

English rock band Chumbawamba achieved worldwide success with their 1997 hit single “Tubthumping.” The band was known for its anarchist politics and refusal to adhere to mainstream music industry conventions. While they continued to make music until their breakup in 2012, they never achieved the level of success they had with “Tubthumping.”

Deep Blue Something

Deep Blue Something is an American rock band that succeeded internationally with their 1995 hit single “Breakfast at Tiffany’s.” Despite releasing several more albums, the band could not replicate the success of their one hit.

Eagle-Eye Cherry

Swedish musician Eagle-Eye Cherry’s 1997 hit single “Save Tonight” propelled him to international fame. While he has continued to release music, he has never achieved the same success as his debut hit.

Fountains of Wayne

American rock band, Fountains of Wayne achieved success in 2003 with their hit single “Stacy’s Mom.” The band continued to make music until their breakup in 2013, but they could never achieve the same level of success they had with their iconic hit.

Goo Goo Dolls

Although the Goo Goo Dolls are known for their numerous hit singles, they are often considered a one-hit wonder due to the massive success of their 1998 hit “Iris.” The band has continued to release music and tour, but they have never been able to replicate the success they had with their biggest hit.

Harvey Danger

American rock band Harvey Danger is best known for their 1998 hit single “Flagpole Sitta.” Despite continuing to make music until their breakup in 2009, the band could never replicate the success of their iconic hit.

The Knack

American rock band The Knack achieved massive success with their 1979 hit single “My Sharona.” Although the band continued to release music, they were never able to replicate the level of success they had with their debut hit. The band disbanded in 2010 following the death of lead singer Doug Fieger.

Len

Canadian alternative rock band Len is best known for their 1999 hit single “Steal My Sunshine.” While the band continued to make music until their hiatus in 2007, they were never able to replicate the success of their iconic hit.

Meredith Brooks

American singer-songwriter Meredith Brooks achieved success in 1997 with her hit single “Bitch.” Although she continued to release music, she could never replicate the success she had with her debut hit.

New Radicals

American alternative rock band New Radicals achieved success in 1998 with their hit single “You Get What You Give.” The band disbanded shortly after the release of their debut album, and frontman Gregg Alexander has since focused on songwriting and producing.

The Proclaimers

Scottish duo The Proclaimers achieved success in 1988 with their hit single “I’m Gonna Be (500 Miles).” While they continued to release music and tour, they were never able to replicate the success of their biggest hit.

Semisonic

American rock band Semisonic achieved success in 1998 with their hit single “Closing Time.” Although they continued to make music until their hiatus in 2001, they were never able to replicate the success they had with their iconic hit. The band reunited in 2017 and has since played several shows and released new music.

Tonic

American rock band Tonic achieved success in 1996 with their hit single “If You Could Only See.” While the band continued to make music until their hiatus in 2010, they were never able to replicate the success they had with their debut hit.

Ugly Kid Joe

American rock band Ugly Kid Joe achieved success in 1992 with their hit single “Everything About You.” While the band continued to make music until their breakup in 1997, they were never able to replicate the success they had with their biggest hit.

The Verve Pipe

American rock band, The Verve Pipe achieved success in 1997 with their hit single “The Freshmen.” While they continued to release music and tour, they were never able to replicate the success of their biggest hit.

Wheatus

American rock band Wheatus achieved success in 2000 with their hit single “Teenage Dirtbag.” Although the band continued to make music until their hiatus in 2014, they were never able to replicate the success they had with their iconic hit.

XTC

English rock band XTC achieved success in 1986 with their hit single “Dear God.” While they continued to release music until their hiatus in 2006, they were never able to replicate the success they had with their biggest hit.

Young MC

American rapper Young MC achieved success in 1989 with his hit single “Bust a Move.” While he continued to release music, he was never able to replicate the level of success he had with his debut hit.

Many one-hit wonder rock bands have faded into obscurity, but some have continued to make music and tour, despite not achieving the same level of success as their biggest hit. Regardless of their current status, these bands have left their mark on the world of music, and their iconic hits continue to be remembered and loved by fans all over the world.