alternarock

English

Etymology

Blend of alternative and rock

Noun

alternarock (uncountable)

1. The alternative genre of rock music
   • 1995 May 5, Peter Margasak, “Spot Check”, Chicago Reader:

     While the album admirably breaks the downward stylistic spiral that marked the latter band's career, it's so crammed with alternarock stars it sounds more like a tribute to Watt than a solo debut.