by Tedda M. January 22, 2017
Double speak to avoid the synonym "lying" in professional conversation. The antonym of actual facts.
by SunPatch January 22, 2017
by Señor Chavez January 23, 2017
Contrary to poular belief, gangsta rap is not the only type of rap. There are many sub-genres, such as alternative rap. Alternative rap or Underground rap is defined as a culture rather than just a musical genre. Underground rap and hip hop includes the various arts of turntablism, sampling, producing, breakdancing, visual art, graffiti, spoken word, beatboxing, freestyling, cyphering, and more. The music itself is distinguished by artists who are not promoted by major record labels, often because of their experimental musicianship and lyrical content. Many underground artists are also using hip hop to successfully communicate issues of social justice, global and political change, and collective consciousness. Underground hip hop beats are often characterized by the fusion of loops sampled from all genres of music, including classical, jazz, funk, rock, and punk. Although some listeners may associate live instrumentation with alternative hip hop, this distinction is invalid because mainstream rap acts such as J-Kwon use live instruments as well. Underground hip hop artists generally do not achieve the same level of financial success that commercial rappers achieve, although their work is often critically acclaimed.
Artists labeled as "alternative hip hop" musicians usually record and perform in styles that are more closely related to the original concepts and styles of hip hop music and hip hop culture, as opposed to their more popular commercial counterparts. DJ Kool Herc once said in an essay about hip hop, that "it's not about keeping it real. It's about keeping it right." In this sense, many would argue that alternative hip hop might not be so much an alternative as much as it is a continuation of the original concepts and ideals of hip hop.
Artists labeled as "alternative hip hop" musicians usually record and perform in styles that are more closely related to the original concepts and styles of hip hop music and hip hop culture, as opposed to their more popular commercial counterparts. DJ Kool Herc once said in an essay about hip hop, that "it's not about keeping it real. It's about keeping it right." In this sense, many would argue that alternative hip hop might not be so much an alternative as much as it is a continuation of the original concepts and ideals of hip hop.
by Kazera June 14, 2006
Alternative schools are usually smaller schools with flexible schedules created for teenagers who don't work well in a normal school environment.
Common reasons for going to an alternative school: Teen pregnancy, mental illnesses, addiction, learning disablities, and behavior problems.
Common reasons for going to an alternative school: Teen pregnancy, mental illnesses, addiction, learning disablities, and behavior problems.
Jane: I got kicked out of my high school for getting caught with weed. I'm going to an alternative school now.
Luke: That sucks. My cousin goes to an alternative school because she got into too many fights in school.
Luke: That sucks. My cousin goes to an alternative school because she got into too many fights in school.
by Ashton EA June 17, 2012
I heart alternative music
by boulevardofbrokendreams February 25, 2015
Melanie Martinez is the Princess of Alternative female artist, however; Lana Del Rey is the Queen of Alternative. Melanie Martinez later released her debut studio album, Cry Baby (2015), which went on to be certified double-platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).1 Martinez's songs "Sippy Cup", "Mad Hatter", "Mrs. Potato Head", "Cry Baby",2 "Pacify Her"3 and "Soap",4 were all certified gold in the U.S., and her songs "Dollhouse"5 and "Pity Party"6 received platinum certification from the RIAA.
Martinez released her second studio album, K-12 (2019), alongside its accompanying film, as a follow up to the storyline of Cry Baby. Her EP was released a year later in 2020, called After School.
Martinez released her second studio album, K-12 (2019), alongside its accompanying film, as a follow up to the storyline of Cry Baby. Her EP was released a year later in 2020, called After School.
by Littlebodybigheart0920 December 5, 2021