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Mick Jagger and Keith Richards
- The Rolling Stones wouldn't be the band they are without these two. Jagger and Richards have been rocking (and partying) together for decades, and we just can't get enough of them.
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Steven Tyler and Joe Perry
- Dubbed the "Toxic Twins" due to their problems with substance abuse, Tyler and Perry have always been the driving force behind Aerosmith. It's like they feed off each other's energy, and the audience can feel that!
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Axl Rose and Slash
- Despite their troubled relationship, the Guns N' Roses bandmates are a match made in rock 'n' roll heaven. Axl's voice and Slash's guitar playing are recognizable on their own. Combine them together, and you have the backbone of one of the greatest rock bands of all time.
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Robert Plant and Jimmy Page
- Led Zeppelin are one of the most influential bands in rock 'n' roll history, and both Plant's voice and Page's guitar licks had a lot to do with it.
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Bono and The Edge
- Bono (Paul Hewson) and The Edge (Dave Evans) have stuck together for over 40 years. Now with less hair but with the same chemistry, the lead vocalist and the lead guitarist of U2 continue to do what they do best.
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Freddie Mercury and Brian May
- It's safe to say that Freddie Mercury is one of the most iconic singers of all time. But Queen had a unique guitarist who could match the performance of the band's lead singer. Indeed, Brian May and Freddie Mercury were a truly fascinating duo.
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Jon Bon Jovi and Richie Sambora
- The two Bon Jovi icons shared the stage for decades before splitting. But for many years they really were the heart and soul of the band, from songwriting to performance. It's safe to say that Sambora's backing vocals were a perfect fit for Jon Bon Jovi's lead.
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Roger Daltrey and Pete Townshend
- The Who became known not only for their music, but also for their onstage antics. Not many singer-guitarist duos can say they have smashed numerous instruments during their shows like Daltrey and Townshend.
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David Lee Roth and Eddie Van Halen
- Both the singer and guitarist were over-the-top performers in their own way. But while Roth was a showman in every sense of the word, the late guitar icon awed everyone with his innovative guitar playing. Two absolute legends who will surely go down in rock history.
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Ann and Nancy Wilson
- Heart wrote some of the most amazing power ballads in rock history. And, of course, the Wilson sisters' chemistry is undeniable. They too deserve a place on this list.
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Bret Michaels and C.C. DeVille
- Like any good rock act, Poison was fronted by an amazing lead singer and and equally amazing guitarist. DeVille did leave the group for some time, but then returned to share the stage with the 'Every Rose Has Its Thorn' band.
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Liam and Noel Gallagher
- They might have one of the most troubled relationships in rock history, but the Gallagher brothers are Oasis. They wrote hit after hit in the '90s, and are in the top spots when it comes to singer-guitarist duos (though Noel sang some of the band's songs).
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Zack de la Rocha and Tom Morello
- What would be of Rage Against the Machine without the angry vocals and the crazy guitar sounds, right? It's safe to say Zack de la Rocha and Tom Morello are key pieces in the puzzle.
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Stevie Nicks and Lindsey Buckingham
- Maybe the fact that these two members of Fleetwood Mac were romantically involved also helped with the chemistry. But despite their troubled relationship, the music spoke for itself, and the audience's eyes were always drawn to these two on stage.
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Simon and Garfunkel
- Okay, this one is a bit of cheating, because ultimately they are a duo. Still, Simon is the lead guitarist, and they both made a great songwriting team together.
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Brian Johnson and Angus Young
- Not many hard rock bands come close to AC/DC. Their syncopated rhythms, catchy chorus, and, of course, lead guitar parts make them one of the greatest rock acts in the world. Johnson and Young are responsible for fronting this iconic band, and do so marvelously well.
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Bon Scott and Angus Young
- But let's not forget the first singer of AC/DC, the man who wrote songs such as 'Highway to Hell' with Angus and his brother Malcom Young. The early days of the Aussie band were pretty wild, and these two were the main characters.
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Cherie Currie and Joan Jett
- Joan Jett might have had a more successful career after The Runways, but these two had an incredible chemistry when they were bandmates.
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Ozzy Osbourne and Tony Iommi
- The "Prince of Darkness" is the only singer on this list to have had not only one, not two, but three iconic guitarists by his side. Here is the first one: his Black Sabbath bandmate, Tony Iommi.
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Ozzy Osbourne and Randy Rhoads
- After Ozzy left Black Sabbath, he embarked on a very successful solo career, and the late guitar hero Randy Rhoads had something to do with that. His guitar playing complemented Ozzy's vocals perfectly!
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Ozzy Osbourne and Zakk Wylde
- After Rhoads' tragic death, Zakk Wylde had big shoes to fill, but he did it. Wylde's unique style worked really well with Ozzy's songs, and their partnership was a success.
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Morrissey and Johnny Marr
- Both Morrissey's voice and Marr's guitar defined the sound of The Smiths. The two became as iconic as their songs, and definitely deserve a spot on this list.
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Steve Perry and Neal Schon
- Journey became huge thanks to songs such as 'Don't Stop Believin',' and Perry and Schon made it work incredibly well. Unfortunately, Perry parted ways with his bandmates, but these two surely had something special.
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Robin Zander and Rick Nielsen
- Cheap Trick is just one of those bands that makes us want to stand up and sing real loud. Of course, these two have something to do with it. And they've been doing so for nearly half a century!
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Layne Staley and Jerry Cantrell
- Not only were Stanley and Cantrell the main songwriters in Alice in Chains, their voices also sounded amazing together. The vocal harmonies are a key element in the band's unique sound, and this wouldn't have been possible without them.
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Ian Gillan and Ritchie Blackmore
- Deep Purple wouldn't be Deep Purple without these two. While Blackmore left the band after a few years, the two were the driving force of Deep Purple in the early days.
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Gary Cherone and Nuno Bettencourt
- Who can forget the video for 'More Than Words,' where the two members of Extreme play and sing together? The singer and the guitar virtuoso had exceptional chemistry.
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Kevin Cronin and Gary Richrath
- The vocalist and the guitarist were iconic members of REO Speedwagon. They too are going down in rock history as one of the most iconic singer-guitarist duos.
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Corey Glover and Vernon Reid
- Living Colour were a pretty unique band in the sense that they mixed elements of rock, funk, and metal like no other act. Glover and Reid were fronting the band, and were (and still are) the ones to watch. Sources: (Yardbarker) See also: Multiracial bands that made history
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Mick Jagger and Keith Richards
- The Rolling Stones wouldn't be the band they are without these two. Jagger and Richards have been rocking (and partying) together for decades, and we just can't get enough of them.
© Getty Images
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Steven Tyler and Joe Perry
- Dubbed the "Toxic Twins" due to their problems with substance abuse, Tyler and Perry have always been the driving force behind Aerosmith. It's like they feed off each other's energy, and the audience can feel that!
© Getty Images
2 / 30 Fotos
Axl Rose and Slash
- Despite their troubled relationship, the Guns N' Roses bandmates are a match made in rock 'n' roll heaven. Axl's voice and Slash's guitar playing are recognizable on their own. Combine them together, and you have the backbone of one of the greatest rock bands of all time.
© Getty Images
3 / 30 Fotos
Robert Plant and Jimmy Page
- Led Zeppelin are one of the most influential bands in rock 'n' roll history, and both Plant's voice and Page's guitar licks had a lot to do with it.
© Getty Images
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Bono and The Edge
- Bono (Paul Hewson) and The Edge (Dave Evans) have stuck together for over 40 years. Now with less hair but with the same chemistry, the lead vocalist and the lead guitarist of U2 continue to do what they do best.
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Freddie Mercury and Brian May
- It's safe to say that Freddie Mercury is one of the most iconic singers of all time. But Queen had a unique guitarist who could match the performance of the band's lead singer. Indeed, Brian May and Freddie Mercury were a truly fascinating duo.
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Jon Bon Jovi and Richie Sambora
- The two Bon Jovi icons shared the stage for decades before splitting. But for many years they really were the heart and soul of the band, from songwriting to performance. It's safe to say that Sambora's backing vocals were a perfect fit for Jon Bon Jovi's lead.
© Getty Images
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Roger Daltrey and Pete Townshend
- The Who became known not only for their music, but also for their onstage antics. Not many singer-guitarist duos can say they have smashed numerous instruments during their shows like Daltrey and Townshend.
© Getty Images
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David Lee Roth and Eddie Van Halen
- Both the singer and guitarist were over-the-top performers in their own way. But while Roth was a showman in every sense of the word, the late guitar icon awed everyone with his innovative guitar playing. Two absolute legends who will surely go down in rock history.
© Getty Images
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Ann and Nancy Wilson
- Heart wrote some of the most amazing power ballads in rock history. And, of course, the Wilson sisters' chemistry is undeniable. They too deserve a place on this list.
© Getty Images
10 / 30 Fotos
Bret Michaels and C.C. DeVille
- Like any good rock act, Poison was fronted by an amazing lead singer and and equally amazing guitarist. DeVille did leave the group for some time, but then returned to share the stage with the 'Every Rose Has Its Thorn' band.
© Getty Images
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Liam and Noel Gallagher
- They might have one of the most troubled relationships in rock history, but the Gallagher brothers are Oasis. They wrote hit after hit in the '90s, and are in the top spots when it comes to singer-guitarist duos (though Noel sang some of the band's songs).
© Getty Images
12 / 30 Fotos
Zack de la Rocha and Tom Morello
- What would be of Rage Against the Machine without the angry vocals and the crazy guitar sounds, right? It's safe to say Zack de la Rocha and Tom Morello are key pieces in the puzzle.
© Getty Images
13 / 30 Fotos
Stevie Nicks and Lindsey Buckingham
- Maybe the fact that these two members of Fleetwood Mac were romantically involved also helped with the chemistry. But despite their troubled relationship, the music spoke for itself, and the audience's eyes were always drawn to these two on stage.
© Getty Images
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Simon and Garfunkel
- Okay, this one is a bit of cheating, because ultimately they are a duo. Still, Simon is the lead guitarist, and they both made a great songwriting team together.
© Getty Images
15 / 30 Fotos
Brian Johnson and Angus Young
- Not many hard rock bands come close to AC/DC. Their syncopated rhythms, catchy chorus, and, of course, lead guitar parts make them one of the greatest rock acts in the world. Johnson and Young are responsible for fronting this iconic band, and do so marvelously well.
© Getty Images
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Bon Scott and Angus Young
- But let's not forget the first singer of AC/DC, the man who wrote songs such as 'Highway to Hell' with Angus and his brother Malcom Young. The early days of the Aussie band were pretty wild, and these two were the main characters.
© Getty Images
17 / 30 Fotos
Cherie Currie and Joan Jett
- Joan Jett might have had a more successful career after The Runways, but these two had an incredible chemistry when they were bandmates.
© Getty Images
18 / 30 Fotos
Ozzy Osbourne and Tony Iommi
- The "Prince of Darkness" is the only singer on this list to have had not only one, not two, but three iconic guitarists by his side. Here is the first one: his Black Sabbath bandmate, Tony Iommi.
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Ozzy Osbourne and Randy Rhoads
- After Ozzy left Black Sabbath, he embarked on a very successful solo career, and the late guitar hero Randy Rhoads had something to do with that. His guitar playing complemented Ozzy's vocals perfectly!
© Getty Images
20 / 30 Fotos
Ozzy Osbourne and Zakk Wylde
- After Rhoads' tragic death, Zakk Wylde had big shoes to fill, but he did it. Wylde's unique style worked really well with Ozzy's songs, and their partnership was a success.
© Getty Images
21 / 30 Fotos
Morrissey and Johnny Marr
- Both Morrissey's voice and Marr's guitar defined the sound of The Smiths. The two became as iconic as their songs, and definitely deserve a spot on this list.
© Getty Images
22 / 30 Fotos
Steve Perry and Neal Schon
- Journey became huge thanks to songs such as 'Don't Stop Believin',' and Perry and Schon made it work incredibly well. Unfortunately, Perry parted ways with his bandmates, but these two surely had something special.
© Getty Images
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Robin Zander and Rick Nielsen
- Cheap Trick is just one of those bands that makes us want to stand up and sing real loud. Of course, these two have something to do with it. And they've been doing so for nearly half a century!
© Getty Images
24 / 30 Fotos
Layne Staley and Jerry Cantrell
- Not only were Stanley and Cantrell the main songwriters in Alice in Chains, their voices also sounded amazing together. The vocal harmonies are a key element in the band's unique sound, and this wouldn't have been possible without them.
© Getty Images
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Ian Gillan and Ritchie Blackmore
- Deep Purple wouldn't be Deep Purple without these two. While Blackmore left the band after a few years, the two were the driving force of Deep Purple in the early days.
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Gary Cherone and Nuno Bettencourt
- Who can forget the video for 'More Than Words,' where the two members of Extreme play and sing together? The singer and the guitar virtuoso had exceptional chemistry.
© Getty Images
27 / 30 Fotos
Kevin Cronin and Gary Richrath
- The vocalist and the guitarist were iconic members of REO Speedwagon. They too are going down in rock history as one of the most iconic singer-guitarist duos.
© Getty Images
28 / 30 Fotos
Corey Glover and Vernon Reid
- Living Colour were a pretty unique band in the sense that they mixed elements of rock, funk, and metal like no other act. Glover and Reid were fronting the band, and were (and still are) the ones to watch. Sources: (Yardbarker) See also: Multiracial bands that made history
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The most iconic singer-guitarist duos
These pairs will go down in rock history
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What makes an iconic singer-guitarist duo? Is it their songwriting ability? Or maybe it's the way the guitar complements the vocal lines, and vice versa? Perhaps their onstage presence has something to do with it? Well, maybe it's a combination of all of these things, and, of course, an exceptional chemistry that is unique to these individuals.
Luckily, rock music has quite a few of these pairs. Click through the following gallery and take a look at the most iconic singer-guitarist duos in rock history.
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