Alternative Rock

Subgenre of rock music that emerged in the 1980s.

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Alternative rock is a subgenre of rock music that emerged in the 1980s, often characterized by its rejection of mainstream rock conventions and exploration of diverse musical styles.

/ˌæl.tərˈneɪ.tɪv ˈrɒk/

The term 'alternative rock' originated in the mid-1980s to describe independent music scenes.

Alternative rock is a type of music that came about in the 1980s, often featuring unique sounds and lyrics different from mainstream rock.

The term 'alternative rock' was initially used to describe independent record labels
Bands like R
E
M
and The Smiths helped popularize the genre
It often explores themes outside of mainstream rock music

What is alternative rock? It's a subgenre of rock music
When did it emerge? In the 1980s
What does 'alternative' mean? It originally referred to independent record labels

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