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The 80s began a trend of indie rock groups finding their footing, with R.E.M. and Sonic Youth both becoming fairly successful after they garnered some critical acclaim first. But the pattern of indie rock bands becoming truly recognized didn’t solidify until the early 90s, with the grunge movement, and other, quirky bands like Pavement. No matter how many indie bands gained success, though, there are always going to be exceptions to the rule—groups that are almost, if not as good, that got left behind. Here’s a list of 90s rock bands that never quite broke through to the success they might’ve deserved, even though many were incredibly influential.