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Discover the Best Alternative Music from Independent Artists

Alternative music is the heart of innovation in indie culture. At SoundClick, you can stream and discover the best alternative songs from independent artists around the world. Our Alternative Music Charts highlight fresh tracks across subgenres like Emo, Grunge, Shoegaze, Brit Pop, Experimental Rock, and more.

Explore a wide range of alternative styles

  • Indie Alternative - Independent voices shaping today's sound
  • Grunge - Raw guitar-driven anthems with authentic edge
  • Emo - Emotionally charged alternative music with heartfelt lyrics
  • Shoegaze - Dreamy, layered textures in alternative rock
  • Post Punk - Angular rhythms and experimental approaches
  • Pop Punk - Catchy hooks with alternative rock energy
  • Experimental - Avant-rock artists pushing creative boundaries
  • Brit Pop - UK-inspired alternative rock and indie vibes
  • Nu Metal - Heavy alternative blended with modern intensity
  • Goth - Dark, atmospheric sounds in the alternative scene
  • Dance-Punk - Energetic rhythms with punk and electronic fusion
  • Alt Power Pop - Melodic songs with alternative sensibility
  • Alternative General - Essential alternative songs spanning all styles

Stream alternative music for free, download MP3s, and support independent alternative artists. Whether you're searching for the next underground band or revisiting timeless alt classics, SoundClick connects fans with the most authentic alternative musicians online.

Frequently Asked Questions About Alternative Music

  • Discover thousands of free alternative music tracks on SoundClick. Stream full-length songs from both emerging alternative artists and established indie musicians without signing up. Selected tracks are also available for free MP3 downloads. Browse by sub-genre, mood, or trending charts to find innovative sounds, experimental compositions, and authentic alternative expression instantly.
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  • Our daily updated Alternative Music charts showcase the most appreciated tracks based on streams, likes, and community discovery. Explore carefully curated collections organized by sub-genre, experimental approach, sound texture, and artistic innovation. Discover trending alternative songs, underground gems from independent musicians, and cutting-edge recordings that challenge conventional music boundaries and celebrate creative expression.

Why Choose SoundClick for Alternative Music?

Since 1997, SoundClick has been a trusted home for alternative music and independent artists. Our platform offers:

  • Free streaming of thousands of alternative songs
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  • Regularly updated alternative charts with trending tracks
  • A community that connects fans with alternative artists worldwide
Picture for song 'only colours blue' by artist 'SPONGERS'
only colours blue

SPONGERS

psychedelic garage folk rock

Alternative - Alt Power Pop

Picture for song 'LE PORT' by artist 'UNSAFE AREA'
LE PORT

UNSAFE AREA

Drifting iceberg  A piece of ice floe  With well-kept secrets beneath the surface of the water

Guitarist among other things, composer in these hours, traveler.
From here and there, some charitable artists give me a helping hand, and I thank them all for their help. THANKS
I hope to present two new titles to you shortly, then I'm off to admire the Pamirs from the road...

Alternative - Alternative General No samples

Picture for song 'Best Sound Effects_river-5' by artist 'ASORA'
Best Sound Effects_river-5

ASORA


Alternative - Alternative General

Picture for song 'The Breakup Song Mixed' by artist 'The Glop Hogs'
The Breakup Song Mixed

The Glop Hogs

doo-dee-doo

Hibbity-hebbity-HEHH!!

Alternative - Alternative General

Picture for song 'Lets love ourselves - Gifted Nova' by artist 'Gifted Nova'
Lets love ourselves - Gifted Nova

Gifted Nova


Alternative - Alternative General

Picture for song 'Спи' by artist 'BAD BLUZ'
Спи

BAD BLUZ

(с) пишу блюзняки

Project: BAD BLUZ
Tools: SUNO AI (vocals), pirated Cubase
Time: hrs postwork
Status: intentionally halfassed, somehow working.

Alternative - Alternative General

Picture for song 'fear nobody but the Almighty (2)' by artist 'jguttaman'
fear nobody but the Almighty (2)

jguttaman

Independent artist Love making music

City to city Collabs with Independent artist making magic

Alternative - Alternative General

Picture for song 'Zombie Wedding' by artist 'Jimmy the weed'
Zombie Wedding

Jimmy the weed

Jimmy the weed,  is  doing what we do best, since 2012  Musical exp

Musical expression from the dark side and the light side, soft to heavy moods trans-genre states, flowing through ripples of time, emotions.
Our original music is composed by JTW, local musicians, and of notes borrowed from musical scales, released to imaginative structure and design. Unsigned.

Alternative - Indie

Picture for song 'Pretty Dangerous' by artist 'Rina Songwriter'
Pretty Dangerous

Rina Songwriter

Lyricist

Alternative - Alternative General

Picture for song '401 Dont try This at Home' by artist 'Step Daddy J J Child'
401 Dont try This at Home

Step Daddy J J Child

West Coast Rapper Step Daddy J from Broadmoor Richmond BC

Hey this is Step Daddy J ! I am a rapper from Broadmour Richmond BC .
Rap music is my life ! Rapping on the mic , making beats , taking awesome pictures , listening to other rappers around the globe and listening to the tightest beats !
I've made so much music in my life !! My old records where fun and unique . I want to have my own professional studio so I can keep the hits coming and have the hits sound professional grade ..
I fir...

Alternative - Grunge

Picture for song 'Shake ur Dump' by artist 'Mako?Rehaps?'
Shake ur Dump

Mako?Rehaps?

Hip hop jazz That pretty much sums it up

https://www.youtube.com/@MakoRehaps-_-_-
youtube

Alternative - Avant Rock

Picture for song 'My Bloodshot Eyes' by artist 'Buzzhawg'
My Bloodshot Eyes

Buzzhawg

A songwriter from NE Ohio, Buzzhawg has been making original music for over 20 years.  This is the new era of Buzzhawg music.  Please enjoy.

From Northeast Ohio, Buzzhawg has been making music of all kinds since 2003 in his home studio.  Now featuring full songs and instrumentals.  Contact BuzzhawgProductions@yahoo.com for details.

Alternative - Experimental No samples

Picture for song 'Nyctophilia' by artist 'Astra Zero'
Nyctophilia

Astra Zero

Astra Zero is an Alternative, Visual Artist & Singer / Songwriter

Alternative - Post Punk No samples

Picture for song 'Because' by artist 'AM Radio'
Picture for song 'Without You' by artist 'Robert Creole Connection'
Without You

Robert Creole Connection

The Robert Creole Connection. My music covers a wealth of genres. Enjoy! Check out my spotify page where I'm adding some of my best tracks.

Alternative - Avant Rock

Picture for song 'Finsk dikt' by artist 'Herr O. B. Haag'
Picture for song 'Över 20 volt i Vuollerim' by artist 'Dr. Enoksen'
Över 20 volt i Vuollerim

Dr. Enoksen

Legenden Dr. Enoksen

Alternative - Other Alternative No samples

Picture for song '251023 c' by artist 'jgyoungmd'
251023 c

jgyoungmd

I am a new media, multimedia artist. I do free improv and compose using various computer software going where the idea takes me with no specific genre in mind

About the Music
This original music was recorded in my home studio on a Kawai grand piano or my two keyboards, The music evolves from  the first notes I play on the piano. Like a conversation with the piano, I listen and something new is suggested. Sometimes the piece is built on specific chord changes like a jazz musician improvising....

Alternative - Experimental

Picture for song 'Type Beat Evil Dark Trap 120bpm' by artist 'fakzts'
Type Beat Evil Dark Trap 120bpm

fakzts

ㅤ

ㅤ

Alternative - Alternative General

Picture for song 'Crazy bumble bee' by artist 'The Unpredictable Headband'
Crazy bumble bee

The Unpredictable Headband

Original 3 piece jam band, (now looking for Bass or lead player, drummer ) Keith Baxter , Finlay Blackwood :l Guitars and other stuff. All Original music.

Band members Past and present:
Keith Baxter (Bax) Founder member on Vocals and acoustic guitars.
Finlay Blackwood: Founder member and originator (Feet) on Lead Guitar, midi guitar synths , synthesizers, drum machines, sampling and chaos pad. Occasionally playing bass guitar. 
Digital Audio recording, engineering and post production. DAW

Alternative - Indie

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