alternative rock

Noun

Meaning

alternative rock (uncountable)

(music) A genre of rock music that is normally published on independent labels, comprising of many different subgenres, mostly distinguished by the prevalence of thick and distorted guitar music.

Source: en.wiktionary.org

Synonyms

punk progressive rock psychedelic rock art rock rock and roll

Examples

I'm sure there are a few things in my CD collection that might surprise people. I like classical music, the blues, and I'm a big fan of alternative rock. Brad Paisley

I just got exposed to electronica, and I really liked it. I am also good with alternative rock. I like Lana Del Rey, Adele, Dido, Jack Johnson, and I love the Beatles and the Beach Boys. Anushka Sharma

I'm a singer-songwriter. So I play guitar, and I sing. Along the lines of, I guess you could call it, alternative rock. Brandon Jones

I do like alternative rock and rap, but as far as inspirational, then I go full-on orchestra. It fills up your entire being. Osric Chau

Alternative rock group the Red Hot Chili Peppers referenced the duo in their song "Did I Let You Know", on the album I'm With You. Source: Internet

The American Music Awards honors artists in various genres including Pop/Rock, Alternative Rock, Country, Rap/Hip-Hop, Soul/R&B, Adult Contemporary, Contemporary Inspirational, Latin, EDM and Soundtrack. Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

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