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Alternative Rock

Alternative rock is guitar rock that grew up outside the commercial mainstream of the 1980s (college radio, independent labels, post-punk roots) before breaking through globally with the 1990s grunge and britpop waves. R.E.M., Nirvana, and Radiohead trace its arc from underground to canon.

Alternative Rock on Riffiter: 3,290 albums, 160 rated by the community, averaging 3.7/5, spanning 1972 to 2026, from 496 artists including Linkin Park, Radiohead, Coldplay.

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FAQ

Who is the most popular alternative rock artist?
The most popular alternative rock artist on Riffiter is Linkin Park, rated by 40 listeners.
What is the best alternative rock album?
Ranked by community ratings, the best alternative rock album on Riffiter is Loveless by My Bloody Valentine (4.6/5 from 11 ratings). See the full best alternative rock albums ranking.
How many alternative rock albums are on Riffiter?
Riffiter has 3,290 albums, 160 rated by the community, averaging 3.7/5. Browse them all on the alternative rock albums page.
When was alternative rock's most active era?
By community ratings, the most active era for alternative rock on Riffiter is the 1990s. Its catalogue here spans 1972 to 2026.

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