I listened to anything played on pop and alternative radio stations. Later down the line, I realized the music really wasn't all that great, I was satisfied listening to anything the minute I was able to memorize the lyrics and sing along. Some of the bands that I listened to that may not have been so great later changed their styles because the style they had originally was just a business ploy (i.e. Beastie Boyz). I'm more willing to listen to those bands now. But the groups I no longer approved of who haven't since changed their style, I don't listen to anymore. One exception being a Third Eye Blind CD I still own. Once a year, I may pull it out for whatever reason.