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Alternative idol

alt-idol, anti-idol

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2026-08-02

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Also known as
alt-idol, anti-idol
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Who is this?

An alternative idol (also known as an alt-idol or anti-idol) is a term used by overseas J-pop fans to describe idols that differ from the traditional Japanese idol scene typically by having a darker image and performing heavier genres of music. Alternative idols came about in the early 2010s after the formation of Bis popularized mixing alternative rock with typical idol pop music.

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2/29/2020

BTS and Nicki Minaj Release Alternative ‘Idol’ Music Video

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