Redirected from Alternative rock
Originally, the term 
alternative music was used to differentiate bands outside the mainstream, but it became a category of music all its own during the 
1990s.  It can also refer the music of 
indie rock bands.  Alternative emphasizes 
lyrics and 
guitar, both 
acoustic and 
electric.
Some artists:
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