Since their beginnings in 1981, New York's Sonic Youth have been at the forefront of the musical avant-garde, influencing grunge, indie and rock bands galore on the way.
Though they have consistently released albums that have delighted and challenged in equal measure, their late 80s/early 90s output, with classic albums 'Daydream Nation' and 'Goo' is their best work, and stands as some of the best alternative rock of all time.
Still writing, recording and touring, Sonic Youth are true musical pioneers and heroes of the indie/alt scene.