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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.
  • SoundClick features diverse alternative music sub-genres that push creative boundaries. From Indie Rock and Alternative Rock to Shoegaze, Post-Rock, Grunge, Dream Pop, Experimental, Noise Rock, and Art Rock — there's something for every alternative music enthusiast. Each sub-genre page highlights the most innovative tracks and boundary-pushing artists defining the current alternative music landscape.
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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
  • High-quality MP3 downloads
  • Direct support for independent alternative musicians
  • Regularly updated alternative charts with trending tracks
  • A community that connects fans with alternative artists worldwide
Picture for song 'Blind Spot' by artist 'Rene Sell'
Blind Spot

Rene Sell

He who mingles music and gymnastics in the fairest proportions, and best tempers them to the soul, may rightly be called the true musician. - Plato

The Band?  Well what's a band? I play everything myself.

Alternative - Experimental

Picture for song 'Daniel irooghene - ibukun oluwa 2025-08-30 16_56 (' by artist 'Danny bronze'
Daniel irooghene - ibukun oluwa 2025-08-30 16_56 (

Danny bronze ,   D.B.S


Alternative - Alternative General 2 BPM 4/4 No samples

Picture for song 'GO MAN GO - ANTI 083125' by artist 'AINT NOTHING TO IT'
GO MAN GO - ANTI 083125

AINT NOTHING TO IT


Alternative - Grunge

Picture for song 'PSYCHO LOVE' by artist 'Gary Ramsey'
Picture for song 'estranged' by artist 'guest host'
estranged

guest host

music maker

making many recordings from scratch over many years

Alternative - Experimental

Picture for song '(A.H.) Gone' by artist 'Devil Wish'
Picture for song 'Darkness Darkness' by artist 'Carlo D'Anna'
Darkness Darkness

Carlo D'Anna

Finger style and Acoustic Progressive guitar, flute, synth and Mellotron.

Welcome to the music of Carlo D'Anna's Ridiculous Dream music. Also known as 'Dream Warrior' in some circles. Influences and music styles ranging from basic to progressive rock, with definite Retro seventies sound. If you enjoy the sound of Moody Blues, George Harrison, Genesis, Dead Can Dance, and others of the same style, more or less, you will probably like this music. I use quite a bit of Mellotron and acoustic fing...

Alternative - Avant Rock

Picture for song '5lixmekoe -VANILLA,COKE VANILLA,ICE (Feat. Tr' by artist 'Nightslushyy!'
5lixmekoe -VANILLA,COKE VANILLA,ICE (Feat. Tr

Nightslushyy!

die

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Alternative - Alternative General

Picture for song '"TECHNO" EXPERIMENTAL TYPE BEAT' by artist 'EL PENTAGRAMA'
"TECHNO" EXPERIMENTAL TYPE BEAT

EL PENTAGRAMA

'Haz que se den cuenta.'

Sello independiente especializado en management, beats, portadas, flyers y visuales, producción y distribución musical.

Alternative - Experimental 124 BPM No samples

Picture for song 'Moon In Taurus' by artist 'Still Autumn'
Moon In Taurus

Still Autumn

A strange concoction of beats, riffs, melodies, words and ambience that will rock you if you let them, but can also be quite gentle and soothing.

Welcome.

Alternative - Experimental

Picture for song '(rock) Qualia [ancient demo]' by artist 'Dmitri Cohen misc demos'
(rock) Qualia [ancient demo]

Dmitri Cohen misc demos

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Alternative - Other Alternative

Picture for song 'MOTH_LIVE DEMO-2' by artist 'STONEWINGS'
MOTH_LIVE DEMO-2

STONEWINGS

Stones in the swamp

Heavy melodies and solid riffs on a concrete rythm Lines and slash of sax. Intimistic lyrics about weakness, fears and decadence contrapposed to the power of the music bring you in a melanconic space. On the stage we'll show out best part

Alternative - Grunge

Picture for song 'People' by artist 'Darkened'
People

Darkened

Who cares?

?

Alternative - Alternative General

Picture for song 'goood' by artist 'blessed074'
Picture for song 'Whats Love 2025' by artist 'Silent River'
Whats Love 2025

Silent River

Silent River blends folk, blues, and indie sounds into honest songs about love, loss, and hope

Silent River is the project of songwriter Eli Rivers. Blending folk, blues, and indie influences, the songs tell stories of love, loss, and the search for peace in a restless world. With honest lyrics, acoustic instruments, and a timeless sound, Silent River invites listeners to slow down and feel.

Alternative - Indie

Picture for song 'days fade away' by artist '1959 getting older'
days fade away

1959 getting older

all vocals, playing guitars, bass, keyboards, using drumloops and other loops, no copyright infringement intended

Alternative - Indie

Picture for song 'Bowling' by artist 'JOHNVIBES'
Picture for song 'Felicity Edunoh _-_Only you Dey' by artist 'Felicity Edunoh'
Felicity Edunoh _-_Only you Dey

Felicity Edunoh

I'm The Most Handsome Guy In The World.  Afrobeats Superstar, Fast Rising Afro Beats Artist

My Songs Are Spiritual, And Magically Fill With Emotions And Peace.

Alternative - Alternative General

Picture for song 'Informational Platonism Explained by Ai Djs' by artist 'BRIANCTAYLOR'
Informational Platonism Explained by Ai Djs

BRIANCTAYLOR

find me at fb.com slash brianctaylor

Brian started blasting content into hyperreality in the 90s. 
You figure it out.
https://www.soundclick.com/briantaylor/?content=songs

Alternative - Alternative General

Picture for song 'BOLID - Mac Miller x Tyler The Creator Type Beat' by artist 'nolyrics music group'
BOLID - Mac Miller x Tyler The Creator Type Beat

nolyrics music group

nolyrics. is a Diamond Certified Polish Music Production Group. Founded in Poland by Norbert Grzegorczyk. Google: nolyrics. for more beats!

Alternative - Indie 144 BPM 4/4 No samples

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