3 Questions
Which genre of music became dominant in underground music in the US in response to the global record industry and mainstream rock in the 1970s?
Alternative rock
What gave rise to the phrase independent music in Europe in the 1980s?
Post-punk
Which bands became representative of rock music and signed by the mainstream record industry, drawing alternative rock closer to traditional pop music?
Nirvana, Pearl Jam, and R.E.M.
Test your knowledge of independent music and alternative rock! From the origins of post-punk in Europe to the rise of tiny record labels, this quiz covers the history and evolution of independent music. Explore the emergence of alternative rock in the US and its impact on mainstream rock. See how much you know about the bands, genres, and movements that have shaped the independent music scene.
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