3 Classic Rock Bands That Formed in 1991 Whose Melodies Still Echo Decades Later

Pearl Jam, Rage Against the Machine and Oasis all formed in 1991 and went on to shape rock music well beyond the decade. Their enduring popularity reflects how grunge, protest rock and Britpop each found lasting audiences.

Pearl Jam emerged as grunge entered the mainstream, with Eddie Vedder and Mike McCready among its leaders. Rage Against the Machine released its debut album in 1992 and followed it with Evil Empire in 1996; Oasis added Noel Gallagher in 1992, then released Definitely Maybe in 1994 and (What’s The Story) Morning Glory? in 1995.