Grunge

Not every grunge band came from Seattle. Some even didn't come from the U.S. Check out the 'Big 4' of non-U.S. grunge bands.

These are five quintessential grunge albums that every vinyl enthusiast should have a copy of in their collection, and where to buy them.

To help explain the difference between the grunge and post-grunge subgenres, we chose four groups that best represent each category.

Born from basements, flyers, and fierce energy... Riot Grrrl never needed your approval. These albums prove being loud, messy, and unapologetic was the point.

The following four bands are who we consider the 'Big 4' of post-grunge, which was a subgenre that branched off of Seattle grunge.

You know the 'Big 4' from Seattle and likely some of the other grunge favorites, but these '90s grunge bands seem like they should have had a bigger career.

These are the five best opening tracks on grunge albums by Pearl Jam, Soundgarden, Alice In Chains, Nirvana and Mother Love Bone.

Think hair metal and grunge don't mix? These five albums will blow your mind — and maybe even mess up your perfectly teased hair.

Grunge bands aren't necessarily known for ballads, but these 10 ballads by Alice In Chains, Temple of the Dog, Pearl Jam and others are the best of the era.

Grunge unfortunately wasn't a long-lived subgenre, but these are the best releases that came out during each year that it reigned.