Discover the Top Rock Radio Hits of 2024: What Songs Are Dominating the Airwaves?

While you may have come across Loudwire’s curated list of top rock and metal tracks for 2024, the landscape of rock radio often showcases a different set of artists and songs. It’s intriguing to note the distinctions between editorial selections and what listeners are tuning into on the radio, as these preferences can vary significantly.

Linkin Park stands out as a prime example of an artist excelling in both arenas this year, largely due to their spectacular comeback in early September and the acclaim surrounding their latest album, From Zero.

Other noteworthy artists such as Pearl Jam, Falling in Reverse, and Bring Me the Horizon also enjoy significant popularity on rock radio, consistently delivering tracks that resonate with fans and garner extensive coverage from our team.

However, there are several songs that might not be on your radar if you don’t regularly tune into rock radio. To explore the full spectrum of 2024’s rock radio landscape, keep scrolling to discover the most played songs that are captivating listeners across the airwaves.

This ranking reflects the total spins—essentially, the number of times each song was played—on rock radio stations throughout the U.S., alongside additional metrics from radio experts, including spins from our own Loudwire Nights. This compilation represents Loudwire’s exclusive tally of the most popular tracks.

It’s worth noting that some of the featured songs were actually released in 2023, and we have taken care to indicate the release dates beneath each song’s artwork for your convenience.

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If you haven’t yet tuned into Loudwire Nights, be sure to catch the show every evening from 7 PM to midnight on the Loudwire App or through this link. You can also find it on various local radio stations across the United States (check out the list of stations here).

The weeknight program is expertly hosted by Chuck Armstrong, while Loudwire Weekends is presented by Kat Mykals, bringing you the best in rock and metal music throughout the week.