The Ultimate 90s Alternative Rock Quiz Book

207 Multiple Choice Trivia Questions and Fun Facts to Test Your 90s Rock Knowledge

By: Jon Marshall

Narrated by: Caleb Thompson

A free e-book version of this audiobook is included with your purchase!

How hardcore of an alt-rock fan are you? Find out through this trivia book!

The Pixies in Boston. Nirvana in Seattle. The Red Hot Chili Peppers in Los Angeles. While these alt-rock bands are world-renowned today, at the dawn of the '90s they were still largely defined by local music scenes. Before the mediation of MTV, VH1, or Apple Music, fans connected directly to alt-rock groups through word of mouth or via small local radio stations. Alt-rock grew out of a continuation of the college rock scene of the 1980s, where groups like R.E.M. had thrived outside of the national spotlight. As the '90s progressed, however, alt-rock bands received increasing mainstream exposure. Bands such as Pavement and Pearl Jam with cult followings made national airwaves–and gained national fan bases. A slow convergence of sounds from grunge to Britpop connected to the emotions of young people, and many alt-rock artists began outselling most pop artists. The distinct crunchy guitar, angst-filled yet melodic anthems infiltrated the ears of youth everywhere and normalized the counterculture, the weird, the outsider in each of us.

These experimental artists shaped mainstream rock from the '90s until today, where groups like Turnstile and Lever pay homage to original alt-rockers’ continued influence. Whether you are a die-hard fan who lived through, or perhaps came of age, in the eclectic musical decade that was the '90s or are just beginning to explore the weird and wonderful sounds of alt-rock, this trivia book will deepen your knowledge of music history and inspire your inner creative oddball. Test your knowledge of the inspiration behind some of the most famed songs, lyrics, and album art. Tune into the controversies (band breakups and record-label drama) and tragedies (addictions and losses) that shaped the fates of artists behind the music and the songs that reached our ears.

PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio.

©2023 Jon Marshall (P)2023 Jon Marshall

I always enjoy a good trivia book!

As a 90s kid, I enjoyed all genres of music and alternative rock was my favorite! I love how this audiobook is constructed, it's like story time for adults! We are enjoying this on our trip to Colorado, and it definitely passes the time and is very entertaining, I highly recommend!

90's Rock

This well-produced audiobook will leave a lasting impact on music enthusiasts. Anyone interested in the bands who dominated the music scene in the '90s will find this book an incredible gold mine, containing over two hundred exciting trivia questions and fascinating information. I had a lot of fun researching the history of famous albums and songs and the musicians that created them. It's like stepping into a time machine that takes you back to the days of grunge and Britpop. This trivia book will add a new dimension to your music knowledge, regardless of whether you are a die-hard lover of alternative rock or are just getting into the groove. It should be recommended to listen to it!

Fun and enjoyable book!

The '90s alt-rock scene was awesome. The Pixies and Nirvana, anyone? You can test your knowledge about their songs, lyrics, and even the art on their albums. If you're a big fan or just curious, this book is for you. Get ready to rock and roll with this fun quiz book that celebrates the music that shaped a generation.

great for long trips

We have many music buffs in our house and when I found this audiobook, I knew it would be a winner for our trip to Utah.

From where we live, its about a 5hr drive so we listened to this book for the majority of the drive and it was a huge hit.

Can't wait to compete again on the way home!

How fun!

We listened to this on a short road trip to a family reunion. And it was a fun way to pass time! I did terrible at the questions lol but my brother kicked butt.

My favorite part (besides getting a right answer!) was the explanation following the question. Just fun little facts to tuck away for future trivia :)

This book rocks

This music is the best there is so this audiobook was perfect!! The questions were hard enough to make it entertaining but not difficult Enough to where it wouldn’t even be enjoyable. I liked the narration too. Loved it!

Awesome!

Wow what a great audiobook that threw me right back to my golden years - I had so much fun testing my knowledge and seeing what I remembered about my favorite songs and artists. Most of the facts I actually learned from listening! Was a great trip down memory lane and to strengthen some fun trivia facts

Great quiz book for rock fans!

The evolution of Alternative Rock since the early 1990s has expanded its styles and sounds significantly. When reflecting on "alternative rock," iconic bands like my favorite idol Kurt Cobain, Nirvana, Pearl Jam, and The Red Hot Chili Peppers and others come to mind. Their raw and resonant music had a devoted following among the disillusioned youth of that era.
However, memories might have dimmed over time. This book has rekindled my appreciation for the genre's highlights, making it a truly commendable read. As a trivia enthusiast, I find it fitting for our family game nights, providing a nostalgic twist for my kids. Furthermore, the music history and anecdotes add an enriching layer to the book. It's an exceptional choice that I highly recommend!

So entertaining

Love the 90s and alt rock, this makes me go back and time and love all the good info from the amazing bands that changed the world leading up to Woodstock 99! Lol

Quite a fun and challenging book

If you listened to Rock in the '90s like I did, you will find this book to be a great test of just how much you got into it. Great entertainment!