About Alternative dance
Alternative dance is a music genre that emerged in United Kingdom in the 1980s. It is usually classed as a form of alternative rock and club/dance music.
Well-known performers associated with it include The Prodigy, John Lydon, New Order, Arcade Fire, AURORA and Keith Flint.
Alternative dance has given rise to 2 subgenres on this site, such as New rave and Grebo.
From Wikipedia
Alternative dance (also known as indie dance or underground dance in the United States) is a musical genre that mixes alternative rock with electronic dance music. Although largely confined to the British Isles, it has gained worldwide exposure through acts such as New Order in the 1980s and the Prodigy in the 1990s.
Genre family tree
Parent genres (↑) and subgenres (↓) of Alternative dance.
Key artists
- The Prodigy
- John Lydon
- New Order
- Arcade Fire
- AURORA
- Keith Flint
- Johnny Marr
- Years & Years
- The KLF
Related genres
Frequently asked questions
What is Alternative dance?
Alternative dance is a music genre that emerged in United Kingdom in the 1980s. It is usually classed as a form of alternative rock and club/dance music.
Where and when did Alternative dance originate?
Alternative dance originated in United Kingdom in the 1980s.
Who are famous Alternative dance artists?
The Prodigy, John Lydon, New Order, Arcade Fire, AURORA and Keith Flint.