Garcia's influence on the overall chemistry of the band was surprisingly subtle, McNally tells NPR's Scott Simon.

NPR: 'A Long Strange Trip'

As well as increasing sales, having a song in his game also boosts a band's overall fame and popularity.

ECONOMIST: Video games and music

Overall, his music as a solo, band or guest performer can be heard on more than 100 albums.

NPR: Stanley Clarke: A Lyrical Bass Player

We did not include royalties paid to franchisors because they ranged in a tight band and thus barely affected the overall rankings.

FORBES: Intro

In both eras, Hines is all over the place his piano is a major factor in sparking the band, driving the beat and shaping the overall phrasing.

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The band that stood out as having the biggest overall boost from a late night television appearance is folk-rockers The Spring Standards, who appeared on Conan on June 18th of last year.

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