Living Colour

Living Colour was started in New York by British-born guitarist Vernon Reid. Apart from in the well-known song Cult of Personality, a lot of the time they sound uncannily like Rush with extra distortion (only the singing sounds COMPLETELY different). Influenced by metal, funk (yay bass), hip hop, and free jazz, they have a truly unique style. The skill put into the guitar and bass is simply amazing, as anyone who's played Cult of Personality in guitar hero will tell you. While the drums aren't anything to worship, they definitely add to the pace and sound of the music. Vocals are exceptional and the lyrics generally inspired, provocative, or otherwise just fun to listen to. In the end, a lot of fast guitar shredding and funky bass lines make listening to Living Colour an enjoyable experience. Here's Funny Vibe and Middle Man.