Alternative Rock

Description

Alternative Rock is a diverse genre that blends elements of punk, post-punk, and new wave with a more mainstream rock sound. It is characterized by its varied use of guitar effects, unconventional song structures, and often introspective or socially conscious lyrics.

History

Alternative Rock emerged in the late 1970s and gained significant popularity in the 1980s and 1990s. It originated as an 'alternative' to the mainstream rock music of the time, drawing from the DIY ethos of punk rock and the experimental sounds of post-punk. The genre saw a commercial breakthrough in the early 1990s with bands like Nirvana, Pearl Jam, and Radiohead leading the charge, bringing alternative rock to a global audience.