Its flinty independence and brawny, expansive sound, in songs like "Jeremy" and "World Wide Suicide," have remained intact, and the group consistently fills arenas without Top 40 hits, commanding a fan devotion enjoyed by the likes of, say, Phish.
But his ability to command sports fans' attention was not forgotten.
Drake, Nicki, Kanye, Beyoncé, Taylor, Ri-Ri, and the rest of them command legions of fans, but the musicians banging and strumming behind them don't really matter – if there are even musicians on stage to begin with.
The Instagram account belonged to Lord Jamar, who is forty-five years old and a member of the group Brand Nubian, which peaked more than twenty years ago but continues to command respect among fans of nineties-era underground rap.
Now in its 19th year, "Santasia" commands devoted fans.
Translated, the Lakers are essentially commanding their fans to pluck down big bucks for next season without having a clue how next season's product will look.
And then comes Xiaomi, whose phones, smart home devices and even sneakers command a passionate fan base.
At the end of his set he came to the edge of the stage and jerked his palms upward, commanding fans to give him a standing ovation.
It is being billed as Japan's answer to the cryptic crossword, commanding armies of fans whose dedication borders on the obsessive.
Tendulkar has been often compared with Australian legend Don Bradman, and West Indies batting star Brian Lara among his contemporaries, but very few can match the kind of respect he commands among his fans round the world.
The highlight of the All-Star Game festivities could be the home run contest at Coors Field on Monday night, but it will be the home run contest that resumes after Tuesday night's All-Star Game that will command the attention of fans and baseball people everywhere.
