• Kurt Cobain and the Smells Like Teen Spirit Mustang
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    Was Kurt Cobain Left-Handed? True or Myth?

    Kurt Cobain, the legendary frontman of Nirvana, left an indelible mark on the world of rock music. Apart from his powerful lyrics and distinctive voice, there’s a long-standing question among fans and enthusiasts: Was Kurt Cobain left-handed? The truth is…

  • Cage the Elephant performing one of their songs live.
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    17 Best Cage the Elephant Songs

    Cage the Elephant are a band that doesn’t receive enough praise within the alternative music scene. Over the years, the band has consistently adapted and developed their sound, enabling them to find success in a variety of different styles. Their…

  • Johnny Marr lead guitarist of The Smiths
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    Who Wrote The Smiths’ Songs?

    Who wrote The Smiths’ songs? All of The Smiths’ music was written by both Morrissey and Johnny Marr. Morrissey would come up with the vocal melodies and feel of the song, while Marr would arrange all of the guitar parts…

  • Gerard Way singing live
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    Are My Chemical Romance Emo?

    My Chemical Romance have elements of the emo genre, and can therefore be classed as such, although they are primarily characterised by alternative rock. This may come as a surprising statement, as they are often seen as the figurehead of…

  • A Creative Commons image of Nirvana
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    What Genre Were Nirvana? A Definite Answer

    Nirvana fall primarily into the grunge genre, which itself is a subgenre of alternative rock. They don’t just fall into the genre they are essentially the figurehead of it. They do however have other influences that include punk rock, metal,…

  • Flea Playing the Bass with the rhcp.
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    The 13 Best Alternative Rock Basslines

    We all know that alternative rock has some legendary bassists, so we thought we would look at 13 of the best alternative rock basslines. From the indie rock bass riffs of Andy Rourke to the psychedelic setting of Cam Avery,…

  • Jack White
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    Is Rock Music Dead? A Deep Dive

    Is rock music dead? No, rock isn’t dead; it is still thriving, although it now takes many forms. This is because the original ethos and sound of rock music have evolved so much since the genre’s inception. So, is classic…