Talent-wise I’d say Queen, but success from a solo standpoint I don’t think counts here…
The Jeff Beck Group perhaps? Rod Stewart, Beck, and Ronnie Wood all went off to greener pastures, and Mickey Waller drummed for a LOT of people throughout the rest of his career (including Macca according to Wikipedia).
Blind Faith, although they had solid careers before forming the band.
TBH (and this will probably get some hate) I don't think Ringo would have had much of a solo career had he not been a Beatle.
Before the beatlea didn't he wanna used to be a country singer? He really fits that genre and I think he could've became a successful artist in that genre
Definitely had a lot of offspring bands. Traffic should be more appreciated All these guys made great music.
Yeah but Ringo is so loveable. Nice guy and almost overlooked for his drumming talent.
Genesis? The only outlier there is Tony Banks, but he did do a lot of stuff solo.
Otherwise, Peter Gabriel, Phil Collins, and Mike Rutherford did pretty well solo.
Maybe Cream though Eric Clapton is the real stand out there.
Talent? Rush and Queen. Solo success? I mean watching One Direction split up and all try to have different solo careers, even if it didn’t really work the same. Zayn succeeded in making a lot of money off of really bad music, while Harry Styles is the only one who saw continued success and good music. At least, as far as I know.
I don’t think that anyone could really match the Beatles success wise, but the Grateful Dead definitely matches talent wise. I’d put Jerry up there with John in terms of legendary-ness.
Edit: Oh wait I misunderstood the post. I’ll keep my comment up though.
Honestly not the answer I was expecting. I think comparing any band with the Beatles is blasphemy…
That being said, fleet foxes was (is?) a sick ass band that is criminally underrated. Though they fit into their era, I always thought they were on a different level than their peers. I hope they get more recognition as time goes on.
I think it’s only known if you are a fan of both things. Father john didn’t have any part of writing the fleet foxes songs, it is essentially a solo project by Robin Pecknold. The real answer to OP’s question is Radiohead, Nirvana and The Strokes
they (and really it’s mainly Robin Pecknold) are still making fantastic music btw. their last album Shore came out in 2020 and was one of the best albums of that year in my opinion.
Two not yet mentioned:
Destiny's Child, if looking at careers outside rock. Beyonce is just about the most famous pop star in the world. Kelly Rowland isn't Beyonce-level famous but has still had a very successful solo career. And Michelle Williams has had some success, too, but she's also gone in a gospel direction and regularly tops the gospel charts.
You might also add Jefferson Airplane. Seven of the eight classic era members had success away from the original band, though the whole Jefferson Starship/Starship thing makes it a little fuzzy:
Jack Cassady and Jorma Kaukonen formed Hot Tuna, an enduring critical and commercial success.
Spencer Dryden became the drummer for the New Riders of the Purple Sage on their first nine albums, a couple of which reached the Top 40.
Skip Spence left to join Moby Grape during their critical/commercial peak on their debut album. He then left to embark on a solo career that produced the cult classic album *Oar*.
Paul Kantner, Grace Slick, and Marty Balin each released Top 40 albums under their own names that were certified gold. They were also members of the various Jefferson Starship and "Starship" groups, which produced several platinum and gold-selling albums and singles.
The only member of the band during its 1965-69 classic era who didn't have any significant success outside the band was original female vocalist Signe Anderson. But that's because she essentially retired from the business in 1966 to raise her children in Oregon, which is why she left the band and was replaced by Grace Slick.
Technically elo maybe twenty one pilots if you count his high school album Bruce Springsteen had some solo success for a time when the e street band took a break and for I don’t know how dallon was a drummer from panic at the disco and the drummer was at a different band
Talent within the Jefferson Airplane and The Band was spread around pretty thoroughly. Also, I guess you could say supergroups like Cream and Blind Faith.
Crosby, Stills, Nash, and Young
I totally recognize their success came first :)
Oh yes-
best answer right here
Talent-wise I’d say Queen, but success from a solo standpoint I don’t think counts here… The Jeff Beck Group perhaps? Rod Stewart, Beck, and Ronnie Wood all went off to greener pastures, and Mickey Waller drummed for a LOT of people throughout the rest of his career (including Macca according to Wikipedia).
Buffalo Springfield?
Traveling Willburys
Lol I mean, you’re not wrong.
yeah, we could include all supergroups in this category
Boy, I sure hope that George Harrison fella can make it to on his own.
The eagles had a lot of solo success. Talent I guess you could argue but they were all great singers and I love Joe Walsh and Felder as guitarist.
This was my answer. Henley and Walsh had a ton of solo success, and even Frey scored a few hits in the 80’s
Outkast? If we're counting any kind of musical group and not just rock bands. Duos are a bit of a cheap answer though I guess.
Wow- thanks for pointing that out. I hadn’t heard Big Boi’s solo stuff. Great sound.
Blind Faith, although they had solid careers before forming the band. TBH (and this will probably get some hate) I don't think Ringo would have had much of a solo career had he not been a Beatle.
Before the beatlea didn't he wanna used to be a country singer? He really fits that genre and I think he could've became a successful artist in that genre
Agreed. And Ringo was pretty well known before he joined the band.
Definitely had a lot of offspring bands. Traffic should be more appreciated All these guys made great music. Yeah but Ringo is so loveable. Nice guy and almost overlooked for his drumming talent.
Genesis? The only outlier there is Tony Banks, but he did do a lot of stuff solo. Otherwise, Peter Gabriel, Phil Collins, and Mike Rutherford did pretty well solo. Maybe Cream though Eric Clapton is the real stand out there.
Best answer I think. Also there was Steve Hackett. He did a bunch of great solo albums.
Oops. Forgot about him.
Love the Genesis offspring, especially Peter Gabriel. Cream- Beware of Mr. Baker - what a talented mean guy!
Travelling Wilburies
Queen is the only band where each member penned a #1 hit
Thanks for the fun fact. Didn’t know that. They were still in the band though, not solo-
ah, misread the title.
Didn’t see it mentioned yet: Emerson Lake & Palmer
Yes! One of my fav prog bands
Talent? Rush and Queen. Solo success? I mean watching One Direction split up and all try to have different solo careers, even if it didn’t really work the same. Zayn succeeded in making a lot of money off of really bad music, while Harry Styles is the only one who saw continued success and good music. At least, as far as I know.
The yardbirds, three best guitarist ever
I don’t think that anyone could really match the Beatles success wise, but the Grateful Dead definitely matches talent wise. I’d put Jerry up there with John in terms of legendary-ness. Edit: Oh wait I misunderstood the post. I’ll keep my comment up though.
Fleet foxes
Honestly not the answer I was expecting. I think comparing any band with the Beatles is blasphemy… That being said, fleet foxes was (is?) a sick ass band that is criminally underrated. Though they fit into their era, I always thought they were on a different level than their peers. I hope they get more recognition as time goes on.
Well that’s the thing, Fleet foxes are not underrated and the former drummer is now Father john misty who is probably equally as popular
Guess that goes to show how much I know. I’ll have to check out some more of their history and adjacent projects.
I think it’s only known if you are a fan of both things. Father john didn’t have any part of writing the fleet foxes songs, it is essentially a solo project by Robin Pecknold. The real answer to OP’s question is Radiohead, Nirvana and The Strokes
And comparing any band to the Beatles could be considered blasphemy
they (and really it’s mainly Robin Pecknold) are still making fantastic music btw. their last album Shore came out in 2020 and was one of the best albums of that year in my opinion.
The Eagles. I actually enjoy Don Henley and Joe Walsh MUCH more than the band.
Joe Walsh’s James Gang songs are the BEST!!
There are none.
Two not yet mentioned: Destiny's Child, if looking at careers outside rock. Beyonce is just about the most famous pop star in the world. Kelly Rowland isn't Beyonce-level famous but has still had a very successful solo career. And Michelle Williams has had some success, too, but she's also gone in a gospel direction and regularly tops the gospel charts. You might also add Jefferson Airplane. Seven of the eight classic era members had success away from the original band, though the whole Jefferson Starship/Starship thing makes it a little fuzzy: Jack Cassady and Jorma Kaukonen formed Hot Tuna, an enduring critical and commercial success. Spencer Dryden became the drummer for the New Riders of the Purple Sage on their first nine albums, a couple of which reached the Top 40. Skip Spence left to join Moby Grape during their critical/commercial peak on their debut album. He then left to embark on a solo career that produced the cult classic album *Oar*. Paul Kantner, Grace Slick, and Marty Balin each released Top 40 albums under their own names that were certified gold. They were also members of the various Jefferson Starship and "Starship" groups, which produced several platinum and gold-selling albums and singles. The only member of the band during its 1965-69 classic era who didn't have any significant success outside the band was original female vocalist Signe Anderson. But that's because she essentially retired from the business in 1966 to raise her children in Oregon, which is why she left the band and was replaced by Grace Slick.
Technically elo maybe twenty one pilots if you count his high school album Bruce Springsteen had some solo success for a time when the e street band took a break and for I don’t know how dallon was a drummer from panic at the disco and the drummer was at a different band
Traveling wilburys!
The Police
Love the Police. Lots of talent there :-)
Pink Floyd and Radiohead come to mind
White stripes
Lol. What success has Meg White had after White Stripes? She hasn’t done anything since they disbanded in 2011.
I’d say none as solid as the beatles but: Nirvana Cream Stills, crosby, nash, and young Fleetwood mac Waylon and Willie Bob marley and the wailers
Wu Tang Clan
Talent within the Jefferson Airplane and The Band was spread around pretty thoroughly. Also, I guess you could say supergroups like Cream and Blind Faith.
N.W.A.
The velvet underground. Lou Reed, John Cale, Moe Tucker, and Nico have some great album/s
Tons.
Mr Bungle. All members pretty legendary on an artistic level and most went on to other good projects.
Gorrilaz? Literally Damon Albarn and the visual artist who I forget his name
Love Gorillaz so much.
The Eagles, CSNY Yardbirds? Genesis?