Electric guitars, bass, and drums are quintessential instruments in rock music, but not every rock band uses them. There are a number of rock acts that choose not to use this classic trio of instruments to achieve their sound. Some replace the drums with programmed beats, others use the bass as a melodic instrument, and there are also a number of bands opting for keyboards to give their songs all the bass they need.
In this gallery, we list a number of bands that don't have a guitarist, bassist, or drummer. Click on to get to know them.