Britpop, a subgenre of alternative rock originating in Britain in the 1990s, has become synonymous with the era's specific sound and style. However, there are a few alternative terms that can be used to describe this music genre. The term "Cool Britannia" was coined in the late 1990s to describe the cultural resurgence of Britain during the Blair years. The term "indie rock" is also often used to describe Britpop, as many of the bands emerged from the independent music scene. Other terms that could be used to describe Britpop include "Guitar pop," "Post-Britpop," and "New Wave of New Wave".