Alter Natives
- Type: Band/Group
- Country: United States
- Born: Richmond, Virginia, United States
- Active: 1984 - 1991
Biography
Richmond, Virginia instrumental quartet formed in 1984, Alter Natives played a tight, aggressive blend of jazz fusion, punk and progressive rock for #SST Records#. Guitarist Greg Ottinger, bassist Chris Bopst, drummer Jim Thomson and saxophonist Eric Ungar made 'Hold Your Tongue' (1986) and 'Group Therapy' (1988) before finishing as a trio with 'Buzz' (1989). Their records remain cult favourites among fans of the label and of instrumental rock generally.
Genres
Alter Natives Discography
- Hold Your Tongue (1986) - Album - rated 3.56/5
- Group Therapy (1988) - Album - rated 3.65/5
Members
- Chris Bopst - bass guitar (1984–1991)
- Greg Ottinger - guitar (1984–1991)
- Jim Thomson - drums, percussion (1984–1991)
- Eric Ungar - saxophone, flute (1985–1988)