Grunge

Throughout the numerous decades in society the perception of coolness has constantly been changing. This is evident through how certain fashions trends, forms of media, and a plethora of many other things come and go. I believe certain world events, influential people, as well the emergence of new technology drastically affects one’s perception of what is cool and what is trending. We will start off in the 60’s where the emergence of hippie culture occurred. During the 1960’s The Cold War was…

just abandon the one opportunity they have? Therefore, the decisions Andrew Jackson made prior to becoming president hindered the way citizens looked at him during presidency. Every decision or action he took, individuals affiliated them with his grunge between the British or his abandonment to the country. Whatever Andrew Jackson did while he was the President of the U.S., citizens saw it as evil in their eyes. To conclude, there are many reasons overall as to why Jackson was described as an…

With his contrasting singing style using soft melodies with loud violent choruses, he swooned audiences across the world with his angsty and heartfelt music. Kurt started in Seattle, Washington where he created a new genre of rock called/labeled Grunge. Kurt came from an era when rock and roll had a very produced and polished sound, full of emotion and a hunger to jam, Kurt broke that standard. His use of dirtied and wavered chords opened up opportunities for guitarists to focus less on…

trend by adding studs, pins and other mixed metals to the now unisex jacket. The rise of the supermodel in the '90s ushered in the age of model-off-duty style. The majority of fashion followers were still high off of lingering alternative rock and grunge trends from previous decades. That paired with the rise of supermodel stardom perpetuated a new wave of casual-chic fashion. High-fashion supermodels like Kate Moss (who has held onto the trend over the years) pared down the once harsh leather…

The ‘90s The nineties was a decade full of silliness and learning in the United States. In the beginning of the decade the country was fighting a war then in the middle of the decade they experienced a terror attack. The nineties came out with a variety of music and movies for people of all ages to enjoy. The time period from 1990 to 2000 is what is known as the nineties now. The nineties rolled around just as the U.S was preparing for the Persian Gulf War that would take place in 1991. Then in…

It ultimately depends on the band and the way the band acts, they type of music it is. The main point is that Rock/Alternative music has influenced all kinds of cultures. There are different types of Rock/Alternative music music, such as: punk, grunge, heavy metal, classic, indie, esc. The different types have different effects on different people. Like if someone listens to punk they may dress darker and closed off(stereo type). If someone listens to alternative they may be kind of a pop…

First of I can not believe that is going to be 20 years this July since you released your debut single Wannabe that topped the charts in 31 countries. Now I must give a disclaimer to those viewing this letter. I, myself was born the same year -- 1996 -- that the Spice Girls first stormed the music scene. It was until later on in my elementary school years that I discovered the Spice Girls through my brother’s videotape Spice Girls: One Hour of Girl Power. By the group had been disbanded. What…

After the golden years of the 90’s with grunge and alternative, nu metal was now infecting the airwaves. Thankfully, a new rock revolution was about to kick in, and The Hives sure helped to open the door. With a strong garage rock band vibe and a bass breakdown for the ages, Hate To Say I Told…

For example, the main characters Jaym’s mom works at “the grunge assembly-line that required her to wear that annoying yellow outfit. They even made her dye her hair that humiliating mustard yellow to match her assembly uniform- yellow shorts and tee shirt. Even her scuffed shoes were yellow”(Kinch 3). This shows…

Peace, war and rebellion. These three words that can sum up rock and roll in a whole. Starting in the 1950’s, rock has been known to break all the rules. Challenging racial barriers, family values, and teen rebellions, transitioning the decades and shaping society. From the beginning and its creation to its influence in America through the decades, shows how important rock and roll was important to history. Singing out their pain and suffering, or just to make the time fly by, blues was said…