Australian [alternative rock](/genre/alternative-rock) is a genre that emerged in the 1980s and has since become a staple of the Australian music scene. It is characterized by its use of distorted guitars, heavy bass lines, and powerful vocals. Bands such as Midnight Oil, Powderfinger, and Silverchair are some of the most well-known Australian alternative rock bands.

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