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Alternative Music

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.
  • Supporting independent alternative artists on SoundClick helps nurture creative innovation and artistic freedom. Stream their songs, leave thoughtful feedback, follow their profiles, share tracks on social media, or add favorites to custom playlists. You can also tip artists, purchase high-quality MP3, WAV, or AIFF downloads, and license songs for personal or commercial use — providing direct support to musicians creating outside mainstream boundaries.
  • Use SoundClick's advanced filters to search alternative music by sound texture, mood, experimental approach, sub-genre, or keyword. Whether you're seeking atmospheric soundscapes, raw garage recordings, intricate post-rock compositions, or avant-garde experimental pieces, our search tools help you discover unique alternative music. Preview tracks before streaming to find the unconventional sounds that resonate with your alternative music taste.
  • 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 'Thanksgiving' by artist 'Acoustic Grace'
Thanksgiving

Acoustic Grace

Acoustic Grace: acoustic melodies influenced by the grace of God

In our songs, we have tried to portray what Christianity means to us - from the beauty of love, to the serenity of forgiveness, to the comfort received by prayer, and finally, to rejoicing in the Lord and the miracles He provides each and every day.  
We hope you enjoy the music and message!

Alternative - Other Alternative

Picture for song 'SLOW Down (Dance MIX)' by artist 'Not For The Mainstream'
SLOW Down (Dance MIX)

Not For The Mainstream

Experimental band creating mostly music ranging from pop, rock, funk, R&B, reggae and jazz.

Lyricist/Songwriter - and music aficionado.

Alternative - Experimental

Picture for song 'Damascus Road (Instrumental)' by artist 'Brett Richardson'
Damascus Road (Instrumental)

Brett Richardson

Melodic fingerstyle acoustic guitar songs and more!

I currently play as a solo artist performing fingerstyle instrumentals on acoustic guitar.  Most of my songs are played in alternative tunings such as Open D, Open E, Open G and DADGAD.

Alternative - Other Alternative

Picture for song 'Semi Hollow' by artist 'Glennbo'
Semi Hollow

Glennbo

Click stuff . . .      C'mon, what are you waiting for???

Alternative - Indie

Picture for song 'That's the Truth' by artist 'GeeS'
That's the Truth

GeeS

some people get by with a little understanding, some people get by with a whole lot more..

think back to when Gary Numan wrote and recorded 'Cars' in 1979 and if we don't think we've lost something we're crazy...but if we think it's coming back anytime soon then we are complete fools...
can you still recall in the juke box hall when the music played
and the world spun round to a brand new sound in those far off days..
in their blue suede shoes they would scream and shout
as they sang the

Alternative - Alt Power Pop

Picture for song 'Spooky Ooky' by artist 'Bye Polar Bare'
Spooky Ooky

Bye Polar Bare

Hear Fur Fun. Let's Play!

Alternative - Experimental

Picture for song 'Maybe You're Right ...Maybe I Am Wrong' by artist 'Out Of My Head'
Maybe You're Right ...Maybe I Am Wrong

Out Of My Head

Fun improv jam recorded live. Mistakes included ;-D . . .   Checkout my other SC page. Belly Button ..  https://soundclick.com/bellybutton

Alternative - Indie

Picture for song 'This Rocket Travels @ High Speed & Can Travel Long' by artist 'Whistling Moon Travelers'
This Rocket Travels @ High Speed & Can Travel Long

Whistling Moon Travelers

Drunken ramblings in the style of folk, rock, folk rock, bluegrass, browngrass, country, and noise.

WMT is a concept created on July 4th,  probably about 1999, inspired by beer and a pack of bottle rockets.  
Here is what happens when you mix musical instruments, crude recording equipment, non-musicians, and copious amounts of alcohol.

Alternative - Experimental

Picture for song 'Rick Rock' by artist 'Open Mic'
Rick Rock

Open Mic

Live acoustic  Open Mic

Ended in 2006
Welcome!  
   All the songs on this website are from performances at the Now & Zen Cafe.  We have had many great perfomers and will continue to.  If you are a performer from beginner to expert, stop by on our Open Mic Night. Come in and share your talent with the community.  We will only post your songs with your permission.
   If you are not a performer, be our guest at Now & Zen and support your local artists.  Everyone is welcome to listen and downl...

Alternative - Experimental

Picture for song 'Can't Let This Feeling Die' by artist 'Tony DeLecce'
Can't Let This Feeling Die

Tony DeLecce

Fans of  Beatles, Badfinger, Fogelberg, Moody Blues, Raspberries and other Retro Classic rock.

I am a fan of the Beatles, Fogelberg, Raspberries, Badfinger, Moody Blues, solo Beatles, Eagles.   Any music that has solid vocals, good harmonies and a hook!
  I also am developing a fascination with old jazz standards.  I am self taught on everything I play which explains my limitations. LOL!   Up until a few years ago I was all accoustic all the time and did very little recording on an old 4 tra...

Alternative - Brit Pop

Picture for song 'the endz near demo 919' by artist 'Undweego'
the endz near demo 919

Undweego

ant n jadis

Alternative - Alternative General

Picture for song 'I'LL TRY ON THE HAT ANYWAY' by artist 'JESUS OLDMAN'
I'LL TRY ON THE HAT ANYWAY

JESUS OLDMAN

I am Jesus Oldman. For whatever reason, I have begun to consider my mortality. Therefore. I am leaving my life's work  to SoundClick.

CATS MAKE GREAT PIZZA. See Video.
Hi World. I Am JESUS OLDMAN.
Now considering my mortality, I am leaving my music, to SoundClick. 
Entrusting them to keep it alive, even after I am gone.
Any money it will make, will go to SoundClick, not to me.
Because I did it for Love, I did it for God. 
And I Trust SoundClick, to Keep This Alive For You All. -JO

Alternative - Brit Pop

Picture for song 'PHONK Ü UP' by artist 'Loagz Beatz'
PHONK Ü UP

Loagz Beatz

*SALE ON EXCLUSIVES* Florida Music Producer - Sony Music Pub, Roc Nation, Empire, Trash Gang, Bay Eight Studios, Various TV / Media Sync & 700+ Indie Artists

Loagz Beatz is a Miami based music producer known for crafting genre-blending instrumentals across Rap, R&B, Hip Hop, Reggae, Pop, and Alternative Rock. His work has landed with heavy hitters such as Sony Music Publishing, Roc Nation, Empire, Trash Gang, Bay Eight Studios, and top sync platforms.
His artist collabs include Burgos, RAZEG...

Alternative - Other Alternative

Picture for song 'Feelings - Grandpa_Erik vocal' by artist 'GrandpaErik'
Feelings - Grandpa_Erik vocal

GrandpaErik

During the covid periode I have been experimented with garageband, backing tracks and exploring the deepest part of my voice.

Retired electro engineer and marketing economist - singing and playing music.
The online presentation started with my membership in the band The Bluesmates. The Bluesmates was founded in Drøbak, Norway, in the late 90s, three of the original members remained members until the end. The band greatest strength was the variety in their repertorie. They played tunes by Fle...

Alternative - Cover Songs

Picture for song 'Sunny Day' by artist 'Bi Polar Bare'
Sunny Day

Bi Polar Bare

Time to make some noise with all my acquired toys!

Alternative - Alternative General

Picture for song 'The Whole Story remaster Wav.' by artist 'Vermin and the Beachrat'
The Whole Story remaster Wav.

Vermin and the Beachrat

Vermin & the Beachrat is a singer/songwriter named Joe Lamore from Sudbury, MA.

Hi,
  Thank You for taking an interest in Vermin & the Beachrat, my name is Joe Lamore and I'm from Sudbury, MA. My main interest are music, sports, family, and friends.

Alternative - Alternative General 121 BPM

Picture for song 'Take Me Back To Brooklyn' by artist 'The Jay Dyall Project'
Take Me Back To Brooklyn

The Jay Dyall Project

A Studio group originally formed by Jayson Dyall in 2006 with Lesley Jane,  and now it's Jayson with other musical guests, producing a wide variety of styles!

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Please leave a comment on the message board and let us know what you think of the songs.
And it would be nice to know who you are, so join our mailing list for news on our next releases. We will be issuing certain songs just for our fans soon. It will not be posted on Soundclick, so don...

Alternative - Brit Pop

Picture for song 'Life (Stop The World, Set Me Free)w/Fernando Damas' by artist 'The Spiral Surge'
Life (Stop The World, Set Me Free)w/Fernando Damas

The Spiral Surge

The Spiral Surge

Alternative - Emo

Picture for song 'Jerry Taylor & TJDP - I'm Such A Fool' by artist 'The Jayson Dyall Songbook'
Jerry Taylor & TJDP - I'm Such A Fool

The Jayson Dyall Songbook

Various Artists Performing Songs In Various Styles Written By             Jayson Dyall

Jayson Dyall, songwriter/musician/co-producer of 
The Jay Dyall Project and The DyallTones.
Songs here are performed by Various Artists.
Anyone who would like to cover in your own style or genre any of the songs found at 
www.soundclick.com/TJDP  or at  www.soundclick.com/TheDyallTones 
are free to do so and you can also upload song onto your music page as well. 
If you would also like to record one o...

Alternative - Other Alternative

Picture for song 'Enjoy The Silence (Depeche Mode Cover)' by artist 'Jay Dyall and Friends Covers'
Enjoy The Silence (Depeche Mode Cover)

Jay Dyall and Friends Covers

Members of The Jay Dyall Project and The DyallTones, and friends,  recording Cover Songs Our way!

Alternative - Cover Songs

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