The entire universe often wonders what the difference is between Alt Rock and Indie Rock. Here at The Deli we call "Alt" that kind of Rock music that’s inspired to a more classic concept of Rock’n’Roll or Pop-Rock, or any rock genre that was commercially successful before the aughts – think about bands reminiscent of anything from Led Zeppeling to Aerosmith, Weezer or Nirvana. While Indie Rock tends to be a little more experimental and dark, Alt Rock is (at least in our vocabulary) more traditional and a little more accessible – without being just "pop".
Total submissions in this category: 38
Artists Qualified to the Poll’s Next Stage (starting around 01.15):
1. Apollo Run – 7.66 (out of 10)
2. BLACK TAXI – 7.33
Honorable Mentions (scores above 6.5):
Outernational, Late Cambrian, Viva Mayday, Wyldlife, Only Living Boy, Von Shakes, Raccoon Fighter, The Clox, Noble Hunter.
Jurors: Michelle Turner (Deli Nashville), Brandi Lukas (Deli Contributor), QD Tran (Deli Philly)
The Deli’s Staff