Where to Start with alternative music

group of musical genres (mainly of pop and rock music) that deviate from the dominant trend or commonly accepted official models

100 artists

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alternative music Artists

About alternative music

What is alternative music?

group of musical genres (mainly of pop and rock music) that deviate from the dominant trend or commonly accepted official models

Where should I start with alternative music?

Start with "What Happened to the Heart?" by AURORA. It captures what makes alternative music worth exploring.

What are the best alternative music albums?

The alternative music albums worth hearing first: "What Happened to the Heart?" by AURORA, "All My Demons Greeting Me as a Friend" by AURORA, "Portals" by Melanie Martinez, "K-12" by Melanie Martinez and "B Arba3 Ayam" by Arsee.

How many alternative music artists are there?

northsound.fm covers 100 alternative music artists, each with a recommended starting album and listening path.