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Kurt Cobain was the lead singer of what band?
Kurt Cobain was the lead singer of what band?
Nirvana
Nirvana and Pearl Jam represented what style of rock initially based in Seattle?
Nirvana and Pearl Jam represented what style of rock initially based in Seattle?
grunge
Which 1991 album launched Nirvana to fame?
Which 1991 album launched Nirvana to fame?
Nevermind
'Smells Like Teen Spirit' appeared on the 1991 album Nevermind by what band?
'Smells Like Teen Spirit' appeared on the 1991 album Nevermind by what band?
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Which Seattle-based band was originally signed to Columbia Records as a heavy metal group?
Which Seattle-based band was originally signed to Columbia Records as a heavy metal group?
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'Give It Away' appeared on the 1991 album Blood Sugar Sex Magik by what band?
'Give It Away' appeared on the 1991 album Blood Sugar Sex Magik by what band?
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What was significant about Lifehouse and Creed?
What was significant about Lifehouse and Creed?
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Dave Grohl was a member of which two groups?
Dave Grohl was a member of which two groups?
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Which group's Top 40 hit 'Buddy Holly' combines slang associated with hip-hop and 1950s references?
Which group's Top 40 hit 'Buddy Holly' combines slang associated with hip-hop and 1950s references?
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Dookie was the first commercially successful album for what group led by Billie Joe Armstrong?
Dookie was the first commercially successful album for what group led by Billie Joe Armstrong?
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Which song from Dookie provides a good example of how Green Day could blend the energy of guitar power-chords with a strong pop melodic sensibility?
Which song from Dookie provides a good example of how Green Day could blend the energy of guitar power-chords with a strong pop melodic sensibility?
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Which of the following bands were part of the ska revival in the 1990s?
Which of the following bands were part of the ska revival in the 1990s?
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What characterized Rage Against the Machine?
What characterized Rage Against the Machine?
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Which group was known for its use of the seven-string electric guitar?
Which group was known for its use of the seven-string electric guitar?
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Modern metal group System of a Down sometimes incorporates rapped lyrics. Who is their producer?
Modern metal group System of a Down sometimes incorporates rapped lyrics. Who is their producer?
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In the studio, Trent Reznor records and performs all of the parts for what group?
In the studio, Trent Reznor records and performs all of the parts for what group?
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What is true of industrial rock?
What is true of industrial rock?
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Nine Inch Nails is most often associated with which style?
Nine Inch Nails is most often associated with which style?
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Which of the following is true of Marilyn Manson?
Which of the following is true of Marilyn Manson?
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The Nine Inch Nails album The Downward Spiral reached #2 on the Billboard 200. Which song was featured on the album?
The Nine Inch Nails album The Downward Spiral reached #2 on the Billboard 200. Which song was featured on the album?
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Which of the following were indie rock labels active during the 1990s?
Which of the following were indie rock labels active during the 1990s?
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What is true of lo-fi recordings?
What is true of lo-fi recordings?
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Which of the following are associated with the lo-fi movement?
Which of the following are associated with the lo-fi movement?
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What was the North Carolina-based indie label founded by members of the group Superchunk?
What was the North Carolina-based indie label founded by members of the group Superchunk?
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What group led by Jeff Magnum recorded In the Aeroplane over the Sea?
What group led by Jeff Magnum recorded In the Aeroplane over the Sea?
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Which of the following groups recorded for the indie label Merge Records?
Which of the following groups recorded for the indie label Merge Records?
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Which group released the iconic noise-rock albums Painful and I Can Hear the Heart Beating as One?
Which group released the iconic noise-rock albums Painful and I Can Hear the Heart Beating as One?
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What is the form of 'In the Aeroplane over the Sea'?
What is the form of 'In the Aeroplane over the Sea'?
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Who released Exile in Guyville, a response to an album by the Rolling Stones?
Who released Exile in Guyville, a response to an album by the Rolling Stones?
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What was Righteous Babe?
What was Righteous Babe?
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The band Uncle Tupelo is most often associated with which style?
The band Uncle Tupelo is most often associated with which style?
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Ryan Adams and Caitlin Cary were in what alt-country group?
Ryan Adams and Caitlin Cary were in what alt-country group?
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What was true of Beck in the 1990s?
What was true of Beck in the 1990s?
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Who recorded the song 'Loser'?
Who recorded the song 'Loser'?
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Which of the following bands engaged in a legal battle with Ticketmaster?
Which of the following bands engaged in a legal battle with Ticketmaster?
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Study Notes
Key Figures and Bands in Alternative Rock
- Kurt Cobain was the lead singer of Nirvana, a pivotal band in alternative rock.
- Nirvana and Pearl Jam pioneered the grunge style of rock, originating from Seattle.
- Dave Grohl was a member of Nirvana and later formed the Foo Fighters.
Notable Albums and Songs
- Nirvana's 1991 album Nevermind catapulted the band to fame, featuring the iconic track "Smells Like Teen Spirit."
- Red Hot Chili Peppers released the album Blood Sugar Sex Magik in 1991, which included the hit "Give It Away."
- Green Day's Dookie marked their first major success, featuring songs that showcased their pop-punk style, including "When I Come Around."
Influential Bands and Movements
- Alice In Chains was initially signed as a heavy metal band before becoming known for their grunge sound.
- No Doubt and Sublime were key players in the 1990s ska revival.
- Rage Against the Machine is recognized for blending rapped vocals with hard rock instrumentation.
Genres and Styles
- Korn was notable for utilizing the seven-string electric guitar, impacting nu-metal.
- System of a Down is known for integrating rap elements in their music and collaborated with producer Rick Rubin, who bridged rap and rock.
- Nine Inch Nails represents the industrial rock genre, combining live instrumentation with electronic elements, and often includes Trent Reznor performing all studio parts.
Independent Labels and Movements
- Major indie rock labels in the 1990s included Matador, K Records, and Kill Rock Stars, which fostered the lo-fi movement characterized by amateur sound quality.
- Notable lo-fi artists include Pavement, Guided by Voices, and Elliott Smith.
Critical Acclaim and Cult Status
- Neutral Milk Hotel gained cult status with their album In the Aeroplane over the Sea, which is structured as a simple verse with a bridge.
- Liz Phair's Exile in Guyville was a critical response to The Rolling Stones, emphasizing the creative responses found in the indie scene.
- Ani DiFranco founded Righteous Babe Records, highlighting the intersection of music and feminist themes.
Other Noteworthy Artists and Contributions
- Uncle Tupelo is often credited with the alt-country genre, influencing many subsequent artists.
- Ryan Adams and Caitlin Cary were part of the alt-country group Whiskeytown.
- Beck's music in the 1990s was marked by stylistic diversity, exemplified in his breakthrough single "Loser."
- Pearl Jam engaged in a notable legal battle with Ticketmaster, advocating for musicians' rights within the concert industry.
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Test your knowledge of alternative rock with this quiz focused on Chapter 13. Covering key figures like Kurt Cobain and iconic albums such as Nirvana's 'Nevermind', this quiz delves into the Seattle grunge movement and its impact on music. Challenge yourself to see how much you know!
