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Genre
alternative hip hop
Parent Genre: hip hop

Alternative hip hop is a subgenre that blends elements of hip hop with other genres such as rock, electronic, and funk. It often features unconventional sounds and experimental production techniques. The lyrics can be introspective and socially conscious, and the delivery can range from laid-back to aggressive. The artists in this genre often have a distinct visual style and incorporate elements of performance art into their music.


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List of alternative hip hop artists

Here is a list of alternative hip hop artists on Spotify, ranked based on popularity, who exemplifies the alternative hip hop genre. You can find out what alternative hip hop genre sounds like where you can preview artists or sort them the way you want, just click the headers to sort.

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