Alternative Rock is a genre of rock music that emerged in the 1980s and became popular in the 1990s.
Alternative rock consists of various sub genres that have emerged from the independent music scene since the 1980s, such as grunge, Britpop, Gothic rock, indie pop, and indie rock.
Some examples of alternative rock bands that have achieved commercial success and mainstream critical recognition are Red Hot Chili Peppers, R.E.M.,Coldplay, The Smiths, The Cure, Jane's Addiction, Nirvana, Foo Fighters, The Smashing Pumpkins, Green Day, Oasis, Weezer, Radiohead, The White Stripes, and Muse.
Why am I telling you these things?
Mainly because of two reasons;
1. Alternative Rock is one of my fave genres.2. I would like to feature one of the promising indie Alternative Rock bands in the Philippines, AvayaDown.
AvayaDown is composed of 4 guys who share the same vision of bridging the gap between musical differences. It is radio-friendly but not Pop Rock, you can play it mainstream but will always be alternative and most of all not Heavy Metal.Michael Hernandez - Guitar 2
Nico Navarro - Drums & Vocals
Aaron James Mollo - Vocals & Guitars
Christian Morales - Bass Guitar
Same as how they describe their music, I agree that mixing hexatone-scale-oriented-melodic guitar riffs, heart-pounding drumbeats, solid Bass lines, husky-yet-steady vocals and lyrics will stand out amongst mainstream music.
James agreed to an exclusive interview. However, due to our busy schedules we weren't able to meet halfway. But don't worry, I know that even without the Q&A portion, I'm sure that you'll still gonna love these guys.
Check 'em out here!♪♫ Driving my way in the dark
I just can't find the light
But if destiny will lead me back to you
Our love will be forever true...
Don't turn away... Don't turn away...
Don't turn away... Don't wanna be alone...
Forever Blue... ♪♫
(excerpt from Forever Blue -AvayaDown lyrics)
