Today in our modern little world, it’s getting harder and harder for bands to find a great name. Each day there are new acts being founded, and each day another good band name gets snatched away. But by what measure is the effectiveness of a band name determined? By Googling them of course! We’ve spent the day Googling left, right and centre, and compiled a list of some of the most search-engine-proof band names in the business. Also all power to any artist named Lizzy Grant who can remain visible through the barrage of Lana Del Rey media and fandom out there. We salute you… whomever you are.

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