The 10 Coolest Bands Created by Hollywood
Cynics often chide Hollywood for its phony rendering of sacred institutions.
However, every so often, the masterminds behind film and TV actually get it right.
The following is the best rock music that Tinseltown has managed to create—in some cases with chart-topping success. Check out the photo gallery below.
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