Tribute Legend: Brit Floyd Crowned Most Searched Tribute Band Over a Year-Long Period
In a recent study by Slingo, the most searched tribute band over a year-long period (July 2023 – July 2024) has been determined, and it’s a rock act that takes the top spot. In fact, two rock tribute groups make it to the top of the list.
Slingo’s Top 10 Tribute Band Search Study
The study compiled search data into a Top 10 table that also compares the search volume for each tribute act with the search volume for the original artist. According to the study, Brit Floyd, the Pink Floyd tribute band, tops the list with an astonishing 481,100 searches during the 12-month period. This is over 200,000 more searches than the runner-up, Cubensis, the Grateful Dead tribute band.
In comparison, Pink Floyd netted 13,760,000 searches during the same period, while Grateful Dead’s searches totaled 2,792,000.
The Full Top 10
The list also features seven tributes to rock legends, including acts paying homage to Bon Jovi, Queen, Dire Straits, and Elton John. See the full Top 10 below:
- Brit Floyd (Pink Floyd tribute) – 481,100 searches
- Cubensis (Grateful Dead tribute) – 290,900 searches
- Pink Floyd (original) – 13,760,000 searches
- Grateful Dead (original) – 2,792,000 searches
- Queenit (Queen tribute) – 243,800 searches
- Killer Queen (Queen tribute) – 220,900 searches
- Dire Straits Experience (Dire Straits tribute) – 203,000 searches
- Elton Rohn (Elton John tribute) – 192,800 searches
- Queen Forever (Queen tribute) – 181,300 searches
- Wanted Dead or Alive (Bon Jovi tribute) – 166,400 searches
About Brit Floyd
Brit Floyd is branded as "the world’s greatest Pink Floyd experience" and has performed well over 100 shows a year since their 2011 formation. The 12-person lineup boasts multiple backup singers and is led by guitarist/singer/musical director Damian Darlington. According to setlist.fm, Brit Floyd have played "Comfortably Numb," "Run Like Hell," and "Time" the most.
The band currently has U.K. and European shows booked through the end of November, celebrating the 30th anniversary of Pink Floyd’s The Division Bell. See their dates and learn more about the tribute band at the Brit Floyd website.
Conclusion
The study highlights the enduring popularity of rock tribute bands, with Brit Floyd emerging as the most searched tribute act over a year-long period. The tribute scene continues to thrive, with fans showing their dedication to their favorite bands through their search data.
FAQs
- What is Brit Floyd?
- Brit Floyd is a Pink Floyd tribute band from Liverpool, U.K. that features a 12-person lineup, multiple backup singers, and is led by guitarist/singer/musical director Damian Darlington.
- What is the Slingo study based on?
- The study is based on search data collected over a year-long period (July 2023 – July 2024) and compares search volume for each tribute act with the original artist.
- How many rock tribute bands made it to the top of the list?
- Two rock tribute groups made it to the top of the list: Brit Floyd (Pink Floyd tribute) and Cubensis (Grateful Dead tribute).
- Who is the lead singer of Brit Floyd?
- Damian Darlington is the lead singer of Brit Floyd and has been instrumental in the band’s success since their formation in 2011.
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