Saturday Night Live (SNL) has a long tradition of featuring musical guests and bands. Since its debut in 1975, SNL has welcomed a wide variety of musical performers, ranging from up-and-coming artists to legendary acts.
Many musicians have used their performances on SNL as a platform to launch their careers or gain new levels of exposure. Some of the most memorable performances include Prince's epic 8-minute medley in 1981, Nirvana's raucous 1992 set, and Adele's emotional 2015 performance of "Hello."