Famous bands whose members were in other famous bands

After Bobby Brown became a solo star and hugely successful New Edition's time had ended, three members of the Boston-based, pop-R&B act, Ricky Bell, Michael Bivins and Ronnie DeVoe, formed their own group. Part of the "East Coast Family," BBD followed in New Edition's footsteps to earn some early 1990s success with hits like "Poison" and "Do Me."

Mick Jones was already a rock legend as lead guitarist of the Clash when he formed BAD in 1984. However, Jones' new band was not entirely a punk outfit. Sure, there were elements of punk, but it also touched on pop, funk and some electronica. BAD released nine studio albums, with 1991's "The Globe" its most successful in the United States, thanks to the heavily played "Rush."

Kim Deal shined as the bassist for the uber-influential alternative rock band Pixies. However, Deal didn't do too shabby with her next project. The Breeders, which also features Deal's sister, Kelley, hit it big with 1993's "Last Splash." The band remains active today, and Deal is still one of the most respected female musicians in rock. 

Some like to call Cream a supergroup but maybe for what became of its members after they left the band. Power trio might provide the proper description. Before Eric Clapton, Ginger Baker and Jack Bruce gave us "Sunshine of Your Love" and "White Room," Clapton was a young star in the Yardbirds and already considered one of England's top guitarists. 

Don Henley and the late Glenn Frey were two of the founding and most prominent members of one of rock's most versatile and beloved groups. But the band added more soul with the 1975 addition of Joe Walsh, who played on the James Gang hits "Funk #49 and "Walk Away." He co-wrote the Eagles hit "Life in the Fast Lane" and has won multiple Grammys with the group. Bassist Timothy B. Schmit also achieved success with country rock band Poco before joining the Eagles in 1977.

Keyboardist Vince Clarke has enjoyed plenty of success in almost 35 years with Erasure, but the fun for this famed British musician started well before then. He was the early frontman for Depeche Mode, and he penned the band's 1981 classic "Just Can't Get Enough." He then joined Alison Moyet to form the popular British synth-pop group Yaz (or Yazoo in the United Kingdom), producing such gems as "Only You" and "Don't Go."

It's not enough to be in one of the most groundbreaking bands in music history, but Dave Grohl has taken his individual success as a musician to a new level with the Foo Fighters. With Nirvana, Grohl was the hard-pounding, hair-a-flyin' drummer, but he's arguably the best musician around while fronting one of the biggest bands in the world. Not to be forgotten, Foo's drummer, Taylor Hawkins, made a name for himself as a member of Alanis Morissette's band in the 1990s.

Damon Albarn's work with Brit-pop giants Blur and the refreshingly odd virtual-alternative, electronica favorites Gorillaz seems to come from two different planets. The common denominator is that both are hugely successful to different fan bases. Blur related to the every-person, while Gorillaz is an underground juggernaut and a staple on the festival scene throughout the world.

Organist/keyboardist Gregg Rolie and guitarist Neal Schon formed Journey under the guidance of Herbie Herbert, the former manager of Santana, of which the two musicians were members. Rolie sang lead on the Santana classic "Black Magic Woman" and co-lead with Steve Perry before leaving Journey. His replacement, Jonathan Cain, joined in 1980 after spending time in The Babys with John Waite.

Before Hall of Fame guitarist Jimmy Page became a rock god with Led Zeppelin, he got his true introduction to the rock 'n' roll world with the Yardbirds. Like Eric Clapton and Jeff Beck, Page earned his chops with the famed British band. Page spent roughly two years in the Yardbirds before forming what would become perhaps the greatest rock band of all time.

Skynyrd has had a number of well-known musicians come and go, especially since the tragic plane crash of 1977 that killed legendary frontman Ronnie Van Zant and young guitarist Steve Gaines. Current guitarist Rickey Medlocke, who was a drummer in the band's early days, enjoyed some success with Blackfoot, and drummer Michael Cartellone played with '90s supergroup Damn Yankees. Then there was late guitar player Ed King. who starred with '60s psychedelic rock group Strawberry Alarm Clock and co-wrote the Skynyrd smash "Sweet Home Alabama."  

By now the story is well-known to metal fans of the band's co-founder Dave Mustaine's boot from Metallica. Mustaine contributed to a number of songs on Metallica's debut album, "Kill 'Em All," including "The Four Horseman," "Jump in the Fire" and "Metal Militia." However, Mustaine has overcome some personal demons, and maybe that ill will with his former Metallica bandmates, to enjoy international success as the frontman of one of the most popular thrash metal groups ever.

The band has been blessed with three of the best metal bass players in the history of the genre. Starting with the late Cliff Burton, followed by the underrated Jason Newsted and currently manned by veteran Rob Trujillo. Before joining Metallica in 2003, Trujillo made his mark with funk-metal stars Suicidal Tendencies, and he also played with Ozzy Osbourne.

It can be argued that Mike + The Mechanics are a supergroup, considering Mike Rutherford starred in Genesis and former singer Paul Carrack spent time with Squeeze and Roxy Music. However, it's more of a side project that's managed to keep going thanks to the lasting popularity of hits like "All I Need Is a Miracle" and "The Living Years."

Like many bands on this list, Modest Mouse has seen a number of lineup changes since its inception in 1992. Perhaps the most well-known member, past or present, is guitarist Johnny Marr. Along with Morrissey, Marr shined in The Smiths and joined Modest Mouse in 2006. He played with the band until 2009 and was part of its critically acclaimed fifth studio album, "We Were Dead Before the Ship Even Sank."

From the ashes of late '70s British post-punk favorites Joy Division, rose New Order. While Joy Division's work often provided a melancholy sound resonating from the lips of late singer Ian Curtis, New Order headed in a completely different direction. New Order was one of the pioneers of the synch-pop, electronica sounds. Songs like "Blue Monday" and "True Faith" can still be heard at dance clubs in one form or another. 

Whether it be Stone Gossard and Jeff Ament coming over from Mother Love Bone or Matt Cameron taking time away from Soundgarden, the current Pearl Jam lineup is filled with established musicians who have had plenty of success on the grunge, alternative and hard rock scenes. They put all that talent on display with the Temple of the Dog project in the '90s.

John Lydon will forever be remembered for his punk persona of Johnny Rotten, leader of the Sex Pistols. However, PIL has always showcased Lydon's innovative and creative side when it came to making music. He checked his punk cred at the door for a sound that's mixed new wave, dance and dub to create art that remains popular even today. 

What Jack White did alongside Meg as The White Stripes was amazingly innovative and influential. However, the work he's done — and is doing — with the The Raconteurs should not be overlooked. Though not as commercially successful as The White Stripes, they've been regulars on the festival scene and produced indie rock gems like "Steady As She Goes" and "Salute Your Solution."

The Chili's have seen many different lineups over the years, usually because of its turnover in guitarists. While the late Hillel Slovak and John Frusciante are in the running for the best of the bunch at that spot, the most well-known is Dave Navarro. After helping lead Jane's Addiction to superstardom, he hooked up with RHCP in 1993. He played Woodstock '94 with the group and was part of its "One Hot Minute" album before being fired in 1998.

There's a good chance guitarist Ronnie Wood would have enjoyed lasting stardom had he not joined the Stones in 1975. Wood, who turns 72 in June, played with the Jeff Beck Group starting in 1967. He then helped form Faces in the late '60s, with Rod Stewart on vocals. Wood became an official member of the Rolling Stones in 1976.

The Rollins Band has enjoyed the commercial success that leader Henry Rollins should have received while fronting California punks Black Flag — one of the most influential bands on the U.S. punk scene. However, maybe mainstream wasn't ready for the latter, but Rollins Band hit pay dirt with tracks like "Low Self Opinion" and Liar," both heavily part of the MTV rotation in the early 1990s.

While Metallica and Megadeth have enjoyed much more commercial success, Slayer is arguably the king of true, consistent speed/trash metal. While singer/bassist Tom Araya and guitarist Kerry King have been around since the beginning, the current lineup features guitarist Gary Holt from Bay Area thrash veterans Exodus and longtime Testament drummer Paul Bostaph, two of the most respected musicians of the genre.

Is Bob Mould the father of alternative rock? Perhaps, because he's certainly had a major influence within the genre. It started with Mould's Twin Cities-based Husker Du, a punk outfit that featured underground catchy tunes amid piles of dysfunction. Following his first solo stint, Mould formed Sugar, which gave us the alternative rock classic "Copper Blue" in 1992, highlighted by the hit "If I Can't Change Your Mind." 

Before famed guitarist/songwriter Jim Peterik formed the band that gave us "Eye of the Tiger" and "The Search is Over," he was the driving force behind Chicago rock band The Ides of March. Though today's younger generation of music fans probably do not remember the Ides, or Survivor for that matter, Peterik's first prominent band had a hit with 1970's "Vehicle, which reached No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100.

The husband-and-wife team of bassist Tina Weymouth and drummer Chris Frantz might be best known for their work with David Byrne in Talking Heads, but Tom Tom Club remains relevant today. The band's self-titled 1981 album was a huge success with critics, and the can't-get-it-out-of-my-head "Genius of Love" is one of the most popular dance and club songs of all time.

Though member Dave Mason would go on to become one of the best guitar players in the world, Steve Winwood was the true star of this British Hall of Fame band. Somewhat of a child musical prodigy, Winwood joined The Spencer Davis Group at age 14 and co-wrote the band's smash "Gimme Some Lovin'" before reaching new heights with Traffic.

Sammy Hagar enjoyed a solid solo career before joining Van Halen in 1985 but originally made a name for himself as the leader of hard rockers Montrose. He went into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame with the others in Van Halen, or better known during his time with the band as Van Hagar. Of course, there's no reason to give anything more than a passing mention of Extreme frontman Gary Cherone's brief stint with VH.

There's a good chance anybody who's professionally played a hard-rock riff has spent time in Whitesnake. Prominent musicians like Warren DeMartini (Ratt), Rudy Sarzo (Quiet Riot), John Sykes (Thin Lizzy) and Tommy Aldridge (Ozzy Osbourne) have — or currently do — all called Whitesnake home. However, it's former Deep Purple singer and band founder David Coverdale who has carried the torch for Whitesnake since the late 1970s and is responsible for its re-released '80s monster hit "Here I Go Again."

It's obviously tough to top what Paul McCartney did as a Beatle, but his work with follow-up project Wings still stands the test of time quite well. Joined by his wife, Linda, and guitarist Denny Laine, who enjoyed his own critical and commercial success with the Moody Blues, Wings was on top of the rock world for a decade. Tunes like "Band on the Run" and "Jet" remain in regular rotation for those still listening to classic rock radio.