Adult Alternative Pop/Rock

Adult Alternative Pop/Rock refers to a style of alternative music that is directed at adult audiences. Though the genre had its roots in the underground, Adult Alternative was cleaned up, both in its sound and sentiment--it was melodic, vaguely atmospheric music, that never was too loud, nor threatening.

Toad the Wet Sprocket So named in honor of a sketch by the Monty Python comedy troupe, Toad the Wet Sprocket's mellow, melodic folk-pop sound made them one of the most successful alternative rock bands of the early 1990s. They were, to me, the highlight of the '97 H.O.R.D.E. Festival. I was very disappointed to hear the band split up in '98.
Grim's Pick: Dulcinea. Visit The Official Toad the Wet Sprocket WWW Page

Melissa Etheridge 's gutsy electric blues-rock has earned her a permanent place in my favorites list. Because it is rooted in the heart-break and turmoils of everyday life, Etheridge's music has a widespread appeal and has earned her a very large fan base. Her "coming out" did nothing to hurt her career and appeal, as well it shouldn't.
Grim's Pick: Melissa Etheridge. Visit the Melissa Etheridge Information Network

Counting Crows With their angst-filled hybrid of Van Morrison, the Band, and R.E.M., Counting Crows became an overnight sensation in 1994. What made Counting Crows was how they were able to balance tortured lyrics with the sound of the late '60s and early '70s; it made them one of the few alternative bands to appeal to listeners who thought that rock & roll died in 1972. I saw them in concert once, with another up-and-comer...Fiona Apple, and was absolutely thrilled. They returned later the same year on a double-bill with The Wallflowers.
Grim's Pick: August & Everything After. Visit Counting Crows

Sarah McLachlan 's atmospheric folk-pop has gained a devoted following of fans not only in Canada, where she has established star status, but also in the U.S. and U.K. Each album has shown her growing both as a musician and songwriter, continually redefining herself and emerging as a major voice in the growing Adult Alternative Pop format. She's a fairly recent addition to my "favorites" list. I was introduced to Sarah McLachlan's music by my friend, Flaff, and I owe her a big "Thank You" for that. I only have a few of her albums at this time but I intend to go back and pick up the rest of her stuff ASAP. Her songs are inspired and her voice makes me weak. A damn good listen.
Grim's Pick: Fumbling Towards Ecstasy. Visit the Sarah McLachlan Official Site

Hootie & the Blowfish 's mainstream pop variation of blues-rock brought the band to the top of the charts in 1995. Another one of the bands that "cool" people aren't supposed to like *snicker* Nevermind the 13 million copies of their debut album that were sold.
Grim's Pick: Cracked Rear View. Visit The Official Hootie and the Blowfish Web Site

Sheryl Crow After many years of paying her dues as a backup singer for Don Henley, Eric Clapton, Rod Stewart, and Michael Jackson, Sheryl Crow finally got a chance to make her own album in 1993. Growing out of a series of informal jam sessions with L.A. studio veterans, the relaxed yet gritty blues-rock of Tuesday Night Music Club became a hit in the Spring of 1994, thanks to the single "Leaving Las Vegas," a slightly surreal travelogue which only shows the beginning of her talent.
Grim's Pick: Sheryl Crow. Visit A&M Records Official Sheryl Crow Site

The Wallflowers As part of the mid-'90s revival of roots-rock, the Wallflowers held a special connection to one of the original inspirations: vocalist/songwriter/guitarist Jakob Dylan. Though he is the son of a legend, Jakob's similarities to his father are occasional -- in fact, the Wallflowers are more influenced by Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers than original '60s folk-rock, though lyrically, Jakob remains a close companion to the original Dylan.
Grim's Pick: Bringing Down the Horse. Visit Interscope Records Official Wallflowers Site

Jewel A contemporary folkie renowned for her expressive, crystalline voice, singer/songwriter Jewel was among the most successful of the many new female performers who dominated the pop charts throughout the 1990s. Much of Jewel's music is about reaching out and making a personal connection, unfiltered and immediate. Her songs possess stark honesty and keen insight balanced by an ability to absorb life's realities and tell a story that somehow makes sense of it all.
Grim's Pick: Spirit. Visit The OFFICIAL Jewel Website

Gin Blossoms are accessible guitar-based rock, boasting instantly memorable melodies, bittersweetly insightful lyrics and effortlessly impassioned performances. The band transcends momentary musical fads in favor of timeless musical and lyrical qualities.
Grim's Pick: New Miserable Experience . Visit Gin Blossoms Showcase

Fiona Apple 's music defies boundaries, the lyrics pure evocative poetry - what you'd expect from someone whose sole influence is Maya Angelou. Although Fiona Apple is first and foremost a song smith, her piano and haunting dusky voice are the ultimate vehicles for her art. I saw her in concert, opening for Counting Crows, and was totally hooked.
Grim's Pick: Tidal. Visit The Official Fiona Apple Homepage (Sony)

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	Toad the Wet Sprocket So named in honor of a sketch by the Monty Python comedy troupe, Toad the Wet Sprocket's mellow, melodic folk-pop sound made them one of the most successful alternative rock bands of the early 1990s. They were, to me, the highlight of the '97 H.O.R.D.E. Festival. I was very disappointed to hear the band split up in '98. Grim's Pick: Dulcinea. Visit The Official Toad the Wet Sprocket WWW Page
	Melissa Etheridge 's gutsy electric blues-rock has earned her a permanent place in my favorites list. Because it is rooted in the heart-break and turmoils of everyday life, Etheridge's music has a widespread appeal and has earned her a very large fan base. Her "coming out" did nothing to hurt her career and appeal, as well it shouldn't. Grim's Pick: Melissa Etheridge. Visit the Melissa Etheridge Information Network
	Counting Crows With their angst-filled hybrid of Van Morrison, the Band, and R.E.M., Counting Crows became an overnight sensation in 1994. What made Counting Crows was how they were able to balance tortured lyrics with the sound of the late '60s and early '70s; it made them one of the few alternative bands to appeal to listeners who thought that rock & roll died in 1972. I saw them in concert once, with another up-and-comer...Fiona Apple, and was absolutely thrilled. They returned later the same year on a double-bill with The Wallflowers. Grim's Pick: August & Everything After. Visit Counting Crows
	Sarah McLachlan 's atmospheric folk-pop has gained a devoted following of fans not only in Canada, where she has established star status, but also in the U.S. and U.K. Each album has shown her growing both as a musician and songwriter, continually redefining herself and emerging as a major voice in the growing Adult Alternative Pop format. She's a fairly recent addition to my "favorites" list. I was introduced to Sarah McLachlan's music by my friend, Flaff, and I owe her a big "Thank You" for that. I only have a few of her albums at this time but I intend to go back and pick up the rest of her stuff ASAP. Her songs are inspired and her voice makes me weak. A damn good listen. Grim's Pick: Fumbling Towards Ecstasy. Visit the Sarah McLachlan Official Site
	Hootie & the Blowfish 's mainstream pop variation of blues-rock brought the band to the top of the charts in 1995. Another one of the bands that "cool" people aren't supposed to like snicker Nevermind the 13 million copies of their debut album that were sold. Grim's Pick: Cracked Rear View. Visit The Official Hootie and the Blowfish Web Site
	Sheryl Crow After many years of paying her dues as a backup singer for Don Henley, Eric Clapton, Rod Stewart, and Michael Jackson, Sheryl Crow finally got a chance to make her own album in 1993. Growing out of a series of informal jam sessions with L.A. studio veterans, the relaxed yet gritty blues-rock of Tuesday Night Music Club became a hit in the Spring of 1994, thanks to the single "Leaving Las Vegas," a slightly surreal travelogue which only shows the beginning of her talent. Grim's Pick: Sheryl Crow. Visit A&M Records Official Sheryl Crow Site
	The Wallflowers As part of the mid-'90s revival of roots-rock, the Wallflowers held a special connection to one of the original inspirations: vocalist/songwriter/guitarist Jakob Dylan. Though he is the son of a legend, Jakob's similarities to his father are occasional -- in fact, the Wallflowers are more influenced by Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers than original '60s folk-rock, though lyrically, Jakob remains a close companion to the original Dylan. Grim's Pick: Bringing Down the Horse. Visit Interscope Records Official Wallflowers Site
	Jewel A contemporary folkie renowned for her expressive, crystalline voice, singer/songwriter Jewel was among the most successful of the many new female performers who dominated the pop charts throughout the 1990s. Much of Jewel's music is about reaching out and making a personal connection, unfiltered and immediate. Her songs possess stark honesty and keen insight balanced by an ability to absorb life's realities and tell a story that somehow makes sense of it all. Grim's Pick: Spirit. Visit The OFFICIAL Jewel Website
	Gin Blossoms are accessible guitar-based rock, boasting instantly memorable melodies, bittersweetly insightful lyrics and effortlessly impassioned performances. The band transcends momentary musical fads in favor of timeless musical and lyrical qualities. Grim's Pick: New Miserable Experience . Visit Gin Blossoms Showcase
	Fiona Apple 's music defies boundaries, the lyrics pure evocative poetry - what you'd expect from someone whose sole influence is Maya Angelou. Although Fiona Apple is first and foremost a song smith, her piano and haunting dusky voice are the ultimate vehicles for her art. I saw her in concert, opening for Counting Crows, and was totally hooked. Grim's Pick: Tidal. Visit The Official Fiona Apple Homepage (Sony)