| Rank | Name | Uses |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | alternative | 34 uses |
| 2 | indie rock | 16 uses |
| 3 | punk rock | 10 uses |
| 4 | powerpop | 10 uses |
| 5 | pop | 7 uses |
| 6 | pop punk | 7 uses |
| 7 | hardcore | 5 uses |
| 8 | emo | 4 uses |
| 9 | electronic | 3 uses |
| 10 | indie | 2 uses |
| 11 | grunge | 2 uses |
| 12 | female vocalists | 2 uses |
| 13 | power pop | 2 uses |
| 14 | new wave | 2 uses |
| 15 | screamo | 2 uses |
| 16 | rock | 1 use |
| 17 | alternative rock | 1 use |
| 18 | pop rock | 1 use |
| 19 | britpop | 1 use |
| 20 | post-punk | 1 use |
| 21 | death metal | 1 use |