Clark Benson

Back in 2015, I unintentionally saw over 100 bands, triggering my inner ranking compulsion. My completist gene also came out last year when the tally also crossed the 100 sets mark (as it did 2018). I can't help it, being Ranker Emeritus. So here they all are . . . Usual disclaimers - I'm a middle-aged dude who is a massive fan of rock music and many related genres.

He Managed to Keep the News of His Cancer Completely Quiet Even though Bowie hadn't toured in a decade and was the occasional subject of health related rumors, the way anyone his age who had been staying out of the public eye was, his death was an absolute shock to fans around the world. It appears that only a handful of people knew, and their love and respect for Bowie helped them keep their mouths completely shut.

Note: this is the list as-is at the end of 2004, I will eventually probably update the list as time can change opinions. Pretty good year for the Rock, only a handful of amazing records, but dozens of damn good ones. Also great to see a bunch of bands that have been around for awhile (Wilco, DBT’s, Slipknot, Lanegan, Crystal Method) putting their best work out this year.