What are the different sub-genres of rock music?

From Indie to Heavy Metal, Rock music has developed and given birth to many vibrant and unusual sub-genres, here's a quick look at some of our favourites. ... with the art of parody and satire, comedy rock presents a humorous escape from the usual emotional confines of its other brother and sister genres. read more

This is a list of rock music genres consisting of subgenres of popular music that have roots in 1940s' and 1950s' rock and roll, and which developed into a distinct identity as rock music in the 1960s, particularly in the United Kingdom and the United States. read more

Alternative rock emerged from punk rock and did not incorporate elements from one particular genre, but was much influenced by punk rock nonetheless. Britpop is a genre that emerged in the UK and is similar to the Alternative rock, though a bit softer. read more