Grunge

Grunge is a music genre that emerged in United States in the 1980s. It is usually classed as a form of alternative rock. Explore its 1 subgenres, key artists and related styles.

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Organic Grunge (ISRC USUAN1200001)

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About Grunge

Grunge is a music genre that emerged in United States in the 1980s. It is usually classed as a form of alternative rock.

Well-known performers associated with it include Kurt Cobain, Nirvana, Courtney Love, Neil Young, Pearl Jam and Dave Grohl.

Grunge has given rise to 1 subgenre on this site, such as Soft grunge.

From Wikipedia

Grunge (originally known as the Seattle Sound) is an alternative rock genre and subculture that emerged during the mid-1980s in the U.S. state of Washington, particularly in Seattle and Olympia, and other nearby cities. Grunge fuses elements of punk rock and heavy metal, and features the distorted electric guitar sound used in both genres, as well as bass guitar, drums, and vocals. Grunge also incorporates influences from indie rock bands such as Sonic Youth, Pixies, and Dinosaur Jr. Lyrics are typically angst-filled and introspective, often addressing themes such as social alienation, self-doubt, abuse, neglect, betrayal, social and emotional isolation, addiction, psychological trauma, and a desire for freedom.