The 20 greatest sibling bands

The driving force behind this legendary hard rock band was the brotherly duo of Angus and Malcolm Young. Angus provided the wild schoolboy persona and iconic riffs, while Malcolm was the stoic, rock-solid rhythm guitarist who was the true heart of their powerful sound.

Eddie Van Halen may have reinvented the guitar, but the band's engine room was powered by him and his brother, Alex Van Halen, on drums. Their musical bond, created in their childhood home, made a sound that was both technically brilliant and wildly fun.

No sibling rivalry in rock history is more famous or chaotic than the one between Liam and Noel Gallagher. Their constant bickering and epic blow-ups fueled a string of brilliant anthems that defined the '90s.

The volatile but brilliant relationship between brothers Ray and Dave Davies was the creative core of this iconic band. Ray's sharp songwriting and Dave's distorted guitar riffs produced some of the most influential rock songs of all time.

While Thom Yorke is the famous frontman, the band's complex, atmospheric sound is built around the incredible musical partnership of brothers Jonny Greenwood (lead guitar) and Colin Greenwood (bass). They are the quiet, unassuming geniuses who help give the band its sonic depth.

This band is a full-blown family affair, originally consisting of the three Followill brothers — Caleb, Nathan, and Jared — and their cousin, Matthew. Their journey from gritty Southern garage rock to global arena superstars is a true testament to their family bond.

The sister trio of Este, Danielle, and Alana Haim brought a fresh, cool California vibe to indie rock with their perfect harmonies. Their on-stage chemistry is so natural and fun, it feels like you're hanging out with your favorite cousins at the family function.

The story of The Beach Boys is the story of the three Wilson brothers: Brian, Dennis, and Carl, who joined forces to blend their songwriting and incredible harmonies into unforgettable music. 

It’s the family dynasty that changed pop music forever, built around the incredible talent of the Jackson brothers: Jackie, Tito, Jermaine, Marlon, and a young Michael. Their infectious energy and perfectly choreographed moves set a new standard for what a pop group could be.

From Disney Channel heartthrobs to a full-blown pop-rock revival, the brotherly bond of Kevin, Joe, and Nick Jonas has been at the center of their massive success. Their journey from boy band fame to a successful comeback proves their chemistry is as strong as ever.

This group is a true family dynasty that has spanned over six decades and multiple genres, from doo-wop and R&B to funk and rock. The core of the band has always been the Isley brothers, including Ronald, Rudolph, and O'Kelly, who have constantly evolved their sound while keeping it all in the family.

They might not tour under a single band name, but the brother-sister duo of Billie Eilish and Finneas O'Connell is arguably one of the most successful sibling partnerships in modern music. He's the Grammy-winning producer and co-writer behind the scenes, and she's the global superstar bringing their dark, innovative pop to life.

The Met brothers — Adam, Jack, and Ryan — make up the entire band AJR, known for their unique brand of quirky, theatrical indie-pop. They write, produce, and record all of their own music, making them a true DIY sibling success story.

Although they are now also pursuing incredible solo careers, the sister duo of Chloe and Halle Bailey first took the music world by storm with their stunning vocal harmonies and sophisticated R&B-pop sound. Their journey from YouTube prodigies to Grammy-nominated superstars, all under the mentorship of Beyoncé, is iconic.

This R&B group was a true family affair, comprising the four King sisters: Farrah, Neosha, and twins Felisha and Fallon. Their 2006 hit "Do It to It" was inescapable, but it was their soulful, tell-off anthem "Unappreciated" that solidified their place as icons of mid-2000s girl group realness.

One of the most powerful and influential R&B groups of the '90s, Xscape's incredible four-part harmonies were powered by two sets of voices, including the sister duo of LaTocha and Tamika Scott. Their sound was a perfect blend of street-savvy toughness and soulful vulnerability, giving us classic hits like "Just Kickin' It" and "Understanding."

This Grammy-winning Christian pop group is powered by the dynamic Australian brother duo, Joel and Luke Smallbone. Their soaring anthems and cinematic sound have made them one of the biggest acts in contemporary Christian music, delivering a message of hope with an epic, rock-infused feel.

Australian twin sisters Jessica and Lisa Origliasso are the creative force behind the pop-punk duo The Veronicas. They delivered a string of angsty, high-energy hits in the mid-2000s, including the unforgettable breakup anthem "Untouched."

This sister duo was the absolute soundtrack for every mid-2000s teen, giving us the iconic, angst-filled anthem "Potential Breakup Song." After their Disney-era success, Aly and AJ Michalka successfully reinvented themselves with a more mature pop sound, proving their musical bond was built to last.

While not technically related by blood, the bond between Beyoncé Knowles and Kelly Rowland is the epitome of sisterhood, as Kelly moved in with the Knowles family when they were still children. Their connection became the foundation for Destiny's Child, creating a chemistry that propelled them from a Houston girl group to global superstars.