Where did that band name come from?

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By Debra Green

Its no secret musicians are often inspired the musicians before them. Some have used that inspiration for Album, song or even band names. Here are just a few. Share any you might know on social: https://x.com/971TheRiver/

The Rolling Stones --> Muddy Waters “Rolling Stone”

Black Sabbath --> Black Sabbath “Black Sabbath”

Pretenders --> The Platters “The Great Pretender”

Deep Purple --> Bing Crosby “Deep Purple”

Motorhead --> Hawkwind “Motorhead”

Judas Priest --> Bob Dylan “The Ballad of Frankie Lee and Judas Priest”

Rage Against The Machine --> Inside Out “Rage Against the Machine”

Lady Gaga --> Queen “Radio Ga Ga”

Godsmack --> Alice In Chains “God Smack”