‘Glam rock?’ NYT Mini Crossword clue answer and hints

Glam rock may be a funky type of rock music and one of the clues from today’s NYT Crossword puzzle. But the answer has nothing to do with this flamboyant music style.

“Glam rock?” is the clue from the Sept. 4 NYT Mini Crossword puzzle that seems to be confusing many crossword enthusiasts. Here’s everything you need to solve the clue using hints, and if you’re still struggling, the answer is below.

‘Glam rock?’ NYT Mini Crossword clue Sept. 4 hints and answer

• Hint 1: It starts with a “G.”
• Hint 2: It’s a specific type of rock.
• Hint 3: It contains three vowels.
• Hint 4: It can come in many different colors.

The answer to the “Glam rock” clue is “GEODE.” Geodes are durable rocks that have an internal lining filled with several glamorous colored minerals. They’re a popular rock because the lining often resembles clusters of gems that can be stunning to look at or wear.

Sept. 4 NYT Mini Crossword puzzle: All clues and answers

Across

• 1A Unwanted emails—SPAM
• 5A Glam rock?—GEODE
• 6A Symbol on an “I’m with stupid” shirt—ARROW
• 7A What a fitness tracker counts—STEPS
• 8A Future’s opposite—PAST

Down

• 1D Big name in mattresses—SERTA
• 2D Distinctive features of a sponge—PORES
• 3D Take into one’s family—ADOPT
• 4D Cries from a kitten—MEWS
• 5D [I’m shocked…shocked!]—GASPS

‘Glam rock?’ crossword clue difficulty, rated

My initial thought was it was likely a type of music, a band, or a singer. While glam rock is a genre of music, it didn’t have anything to do with today’s clue. After a few guesses, I landed on Geode; a type of sparkly glam rock. So, it certainly fits the bill. However, if you’re unfamiliar with different rocks and minerals, this clue would have been quite difficult but not impossible, which is why I’m giving it a four out of five in difficulty.

NYT Mini Crossword puzzle alternatives

Now you have the answers to all the clues for today’s crossword, why not try the mini crossword puzzles from the LA Times or Washington Post; they’re just as quick and fun. Or, if you like word searches and spelling games, try Strands or Spelling Bee.