Alt Country

Emerging with Uncle Tupelo's 1990 No Depression, alternative country incorporates elements of rogue folk, Americana roots and, with more modern acts, new age approaches to classical country. Ranging from straight country rock to a more bluegrassy feel, the 'alt country' label may be detested by artists such as Neko Case, but it must be noted that acts such as these tend to shy away from the mainstream or more pop direction of country. Leave the Coors and Fords at home for this trip. Feating the beautiful DJ Ariel.