Boston's all-time best music act? Pick your favorite from these 50 local artists
The Cars
The Cars' 1978 self-titled debut spawned numerous hits, including "Just What I Needed," "My Best Friend's Girl," and "Good Times Roll." They received their first record contract after WBCN began spinning a demo version of "Just What I Needed." Read the Globe story about the Boston songwriter's favorite topic.
From left: David Robinson, Elliot Easton , Rick Ocasek, Greg Hawkes, and Benjamin Orr.
- Photos Music critics' top 25
- Video Critics discuss their picks
- Photos Readers' top 25 acts
- Share Why are they your favorite?
- Photos More shots of Top 25
- Chat transcript Globe music writers on their picks

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