Alta

Alta is the name used by several different acts in rock and electronic music.

Milwaukee, Wisconsin

One Alta is a straight edge post-hardcore band from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, active in the early 2010s. The group is led by bassist and vocalist Justin Gaworski and writes lyrics with anti-substance themes. Its recorded output includes a self-released EP with a heavy, breakdown-driven sound associated with the genre.

Melbourne, Australia

Another Alta is an electronic soul duo from Melbourne, Australia, made up of vocalist Hannah Lesser and producer Julius Dowson. The duo forms in Hobart in 2011 before relocating to Melbourne. Its releases include the EPs Stay Awhile and Game Broke Out, and its music combines downtempo electronic production with soul-influenced vocals. The duo distributes its work through digital platforms including Bandcamp, iTunes and Spotify.

Kutztown, Pennsylvania

A third Alta is a band from Kutztown, Pennsylvania, active in the early 2000s until disbanding in 2005. Information about its activity and recorded material is limited, but it is associated with the regional alternative and post-punk scenes.

Leeds, United Kingdom

A fourth Alta is a DJ and music producer from Leeds, United Kingdom. This artist begins releasing music in 2024 and makes electronic tracks influenced by 1990s house and dance music. Singles by Alta are featured on BBC Radio 1 Party Anthems and Kiss FM, and the project continues to release music in electronic and club contexts.