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Alternative

Alternative is the umbrella for rock and pop made outside the mainstream's center of gravity, a label popularized by 1980s American college radio. It spans jangle pop, grunge, britpop, and indie, unified less by one sound than by an independent-minded approach to songwriting and production.

Alternative on Riffiter: 2,584 albums, 127 rated by the community, averaging 3.7/5, spanning 1978 to 2026, from 11 artists including Los Retros, Witchz, Michl.

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FAQ

Who is the most popular alternative artist?
The most popular alternative artist on Riffiter is Los Retros.
What is the best alternative album?
Ranked by community ratings, the best alternative album on Riffiter is In Utero by Nirvana (4.6/5 from 7 ratings). See the full best alternative albums ranking.
How many alternative albums are on Riffiter?
Riffiter has 2,584 albums, 127 rated by the community, averaging 3.7/5. Browse them all on the alternative albums page.
When was alternative's most active era?
By community ratings, the most active era for alternative on Riffiter is the 2010s. Its catalogue here spans 1978 to 2026.

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