"Queen, Metallica, AC/DC, Meatloaf, Jimi Hendrix"
Is this music you grew up on that forms the foundation of your interests...or music you currently listen too?
I was gonna post "Radiohead" in gigantic bold letters, but DDtempest pointed them out. He named some older stuff, but I personally believe that "Kid A" and "Amnesiac" (two different albums but recorded at the same time) are some of the best music ever made. Period.
Sticking with alt/rock for a moment, let me suggest two bands which are really good but complete opposites.
Interpol - "Turn on the Bright Lights" pretty much defines the NYC alt-rock sound. Think skinny ties, pharmaceuticals, and little black dresses.
The Icarus Line - "Penance Soiree" represents well the LA rock'n'roll sound. Think torn jeans, cocaine, and bright red lipstick.
Atmosphere out of Minneapolis (yes there is a hiphop scene in minnesnota) or anything off of the Rhymesayers label. Brother Ali, Sage Francis- both good hiphop artists.
As far as stuff everyone should know... Dr.Dre's "the Chronic" is a fucking great album, even today.
Throw out some other stuff you like so we can point you in the right direction.
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