🇪🇸Spanish Source WordCode: ES

rock alternativo

Pronunciation / Transliteration: rok al.teɾ.na.ti.vo

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Alternative-Rock/ˌɔːl.təˈnə.tɪv rɒk/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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🇪🇸 Example Sentence in Spanish:

"El grupo lanzó un nuevo álbum de rock alternativo."

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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    A genre of rock music that emerged in the 1980s, characterized by its diverse sound and a focus on independent production.

    "The band's latest album is a perfect example of alternative rock, blending various musical influences."
  2. 2

    Music that is produced outside of the mainstream music industry, often with a more experimental or non-commercial approach.

    "Many alternative rock bands prioritize artistic expression over commercial success."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'alternative rock' emerged in the 1980s as a descriptor for a genre of music that diverged from mainstream rock. It combines elements of punk rock, post-punk, and new wave, reflecting a cultural shift towards independent music production and distribution.

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