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Adult Alternative. Blending early modern rock (U2, the Cure, R.E.M.) with more current alternative (Coldplay, Arcade Fire) Share
Adult album alternative (also triple-A, AAA, or adult alternative) is a radio format. [ 2 ] [ 3 ] [ 4 ] [ 5 ] Its roots trace to both the " classic album stations of the ’70s as well as the alternative rock format that developed in the ’80s."
Learn about the smooth, melodic, radio-friendly style of adult alternative pop/rock, a branch of alternative rock that emerged in the '90s. Explore its influences, artists, albums, songs, and recent releases on AllMusic.
Adult alternative styles -- whether acoustic, electronic, or electro-acoustic -- are heavily influenced by pop, rock, and jazz fusion elements. (Some albums feature a few vocal selections with lyrics, although the main orientation remains instrumental.)
Adult Alternative is essentially the softer, more conservative and mature side of alternative music. Artists in this category typically stay away from the teen angst and abrasive sound that characterizes most alternative rock.
Enjoy 25 songs from the '90s alt-rock boom, featuring artists like The Verve, Oasis, Pearl Jam, and more. This playlist showcases the softer side of the adult alternative genre, with hits like Bitter Sweet Symphony, Wonderwall, and Scar Tissue.
Listen to the top Adult Alternative Warner Records Alternative Music videos playlist feat. Neil Young, Lake Street Dive, Fleet Foxes, The Shelters & more!
