As the clock struck midnight on December 31, 1999, the music world stood on the brink of a new millennium, bracing for a decade that would see rapid changes and bold new voices. The 2000s ushered in a period of transformation for rock music, driven by a wave of fresh, young talent that brought new energy and perspectives to the genre. In the early years of the decade, a resurgence of garage rock, pop-punk, and nu-metal reflected a growing appetite for raw, authentic sound—a counterbalance to the polished pop of the late ’90s. Bands like The Strokes, Linkin Park, and The post 10 Best 2000s Debut Singles In Rock Music appeared first on ClassicRockHistory.com.