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Alternative Rock Events This Week in Zurich
Alternative Rock events in Zurich this week. Updated daily.
Alternative Rock Events This Week · Zurich
FRI 7 AUG
Sur Le Lac 2026
Ele A, Moonchild Sanelly, Lime Garden, Real Lies, Shortstraw, Haich Ber Na, Susobrino, Sailor Honeymoon, WaqWaq Kingdom, Velvet Two Stripes, Lev Tigrovich, The Klittens, Parker Leftlover, Choose The Juice, Loveboy and His Imaginary Friends, Sandōkaï, Femi Luna, Bentekid, DJ Gobmo, bbbüehli666, L-Drago, niilDa, Scuti, DJ Jüli, Ceren, DJ Fundus
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Sur Le Lac Festival
Looren OpenAir
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Looren OpenAir (bisher: Schlauer Bauer OpenAir)
MON 10 AUG
Sound profile
A vocal-driven, high-energy sound.
energy
70
danceability
40
valence
40
grit
60
organicness
80
commerciality
70
tempo
60
vocality
80
About Alternative Rock
Alternative rock emerged from the 1980s independent music underground, rooted in the DIY ethics of punk rock and post-punk while rejecting the commercialism of mainstream hair metal. The genre is primarily defined by a guitar-driven sound featuring distorted electric guitars, expressive basslines, and traditional drum kits, though it frequently incorporates synthesizers and unconventional song structures. Tempos typically range from moderate to fast, supporting moods that fluctuate between angst-ridden introspection and aggressive non-conformity. As a broad semantic category, it serves as a bridge between underground indie scenes and the commercial mainstream, influencing diverse sub-genres like grunge, britpop, and shoegaze through its emphasis on authenticity and sonic experimentation.
Also known as: Alt-rock, Alt rock
Parent genre:Rock
Alternative Rock events in Zurich this week - FAQ
- What Alternative Rock events are in Zurich this week?
- Mood tracks all Alternative Rock events in Zurich this week - upcoming concerts, club nights, and shows. The calendar is updated daily. Each listing includes venue, lineup, and a direct ticket link. Browse the full weekly Alternative Rock schedule in Zurich above.
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- Alternative rock emerged from the 1980s independent music underground, rooted in the DIY ethics of punk rock and post-punk while rejecting the commercialism of mainstream hair metal. Find every Alternative Rock venue and event in Zurich this week above - with lineups, door times, and tickets.
- What is Alternative Rock music?
- Alternative rock emerged from the 1980s independent music underground, rooted in the DIY ethics of punk rock and post-punk while rejecting the commercialism of mainstream hair metal. The genre is primarily defined by a guitar-driven sound featuring distorted electric guitars, expressive basslines, and traditional drum kits, though it frequently incorporates synthesizers and unconventional song structures. Tempos typically range from moderate to fast, supporting moods that fluctuate between angst…
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