It’s no secret that music is one of the most enduring forms of art. Musicians often have long careers, releasing new music and touring for decades on end. In this blog post, we’ll take a look at some of the longest-lasting musicians in history. While their styles may vary, they all share one common trait: an unbridled passion for music! Whether you’re a fan of classic rock or contemporary pop, there are plenty of long-lasting musicians to enjoy.
1. Elton John
With over 300 million records sold worldwide, Sir Elton John is one of the best-selling musicians of all time. He started his career in the 1960s, and he’s still going strong today. In fact, he just released a new album in 2019! Having made such a massive impact on music and pop culture in general, these days you can even look for an Elton John tribute concert to recreate the essence of the Rocket Man’s iconic shows from his ’70s era.
2. Bob Dylan
Bob Dylan is a legendary folk singer who started his career in the early 1960s. He’s widely regarded as one of the most influential musicians of all time, and he’s still touring and releasing new music today. In fact, he just released an album in 2020! At 79 years old, Dylan is showing no signs of slowing down anytime soon.
3. Paul McCartney
Paul McCartney is a living legend. He’s best known as a member of the Beatles, which started out in the 1960s and quickly became one of the most successful bands in history. McCartney is still making music today and regularly collaborates with a vast array of musicians from Dave Grohl and Taylor Swift to Kanye West. He also just released a new album in 2020!
4. Madonna
Madonna is one of the most successful musicians of all time. She’s sold over 300 million records and has won numerous awards, including the Grammy Award for Best Pop Vocal Album (for Ray of Light) and the Golden Globe Award for Best Original Song (for “Masterpiece”). Madonna is still touring and releasing new music today.
5. Tony Bennett
It might be staggering for you to learn that Tony Bennett signed his first record deal in 1950… yes, 72 years ago. He’s now 95 years old and has more than 60 studio albums, 11 live albums, and 33 compilation albums under his belt. Bennett has already gone down in history as one of the most influential artists of the last several generations, and his legacy is sure to live on long into the future.
So there you have it!
These are just a few of the many, many musicians who have had long, successful careers in music. Their passion for what they do has kept them going strong for decades, and they continue to inspire new generations of musicians.
If you’re a fan of any of these artists, be sure to check out their latest music! And if you’re looking for more long-lasting musicians to enjoy, be sure to explore the careers of other artists like Willie Nelson, Neil Young, and Bruce Springsteen.
