What are the various types of rock music?

Answer by  AmirLuskySmallCock (160)

There are a ton of different types of rock music. The genre is vary broad. Some include grunge, heavy metal, alternative, goth, blues, classic rock. A lot of it is based on blues even though it may sound different. So much is classified as rock that a new term is probably needed.

Answer by  Amber40 (24961)

Well there is soft rock, hard rock, stadium rock, alternative rock, punk rock. You could possibly consider metal under the rock genre including heavy, thrash, and death metal.

Answer by  YellowCup (1650)

There are quite a few different types of rock music. The most popular being classic rock, alternative rock, punk rock. Some other categories include grunge, indie, heavy metal, and soft rock.

Answer by  NatashaPolak (26)

All rock music has elements of blues and a lively beat. Through the years, it has evolved to include rock 'n roll from the 50-70's eras "classic rock"; light rock or "pop" music; and alternative/heavy metal music that relies on power guitar chords and a beat, rather than distinct vocals.