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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 'Me and You and a Dog Named Boo' by artist 'Jimi Sweeney'
Me and You and a Dog Named Boo

Jimi Sweeney

I am very much back after a 20 year period, have a deformed left hand & severe nerve, tendon & muscle damage in right arm. I used all kinds of weird tunings.

Alternative - Shoegaze 4/4 No samples

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 'Farewell (feat. Solaria AI)' by artist 'UmaMu'
Farewell (feat. Solaria AI)

UmaMu

Uwi macht Musik, weil ihm die neue Normalität zu langweilig ist ;)  Uwi makes music because the new normal is too boring for him ;)

I am an original Berlin veteran with heart and soul. I have lived in Austria since 2007. During the Covid19 lockdown I discovered composing my own music as a hobby.

Alternative - Goth 120 BPM 4/4 No samples

Picture for song 'Why' by artist 'Enemy of Anomie'
Why

Enemy of Anomie

Licentious Poiesis

Momma says the stork
Built me custom 
Just for her
Left me in a test tube 
On the porch
She swaddled me up 
In silk, fresh squeezed
From sheep
Just like milk 
Bought & Built @InfantZOptimiZed (TM)
(Multiple Colors Available)

Alternative - Experimental 4/4

Picture for song 'Oulalala' by artist 'Aure Lion'
Oulalala

Aure Lion

hidden reggae artist looking to share vibrations, its all about sharing and vibrations ^^

Aure-Lion is an emerging artist known for a captivating fusion of world vibrations that blend Reggae, Funk, Jazz, Soul, Blues, Indie, Pop, and French influences. Since picking up music at the age of 16, Aure-Lion has drawn inspiration from childhood favorites to craft heartfelt tracks that resonate with themes of love and revolution. His music carries a powerful message about maintaining faith and protec...

Alternative - Indie 100 BPM 4/4 No samples

Picture for song 'NEED SOME LYRICS' by artist 'Johnny Fubar'
NEED SOME LYRICS

Johnny Fubar

Just a guitar hacker writing and recording original music in my home studio.  I have enough tools to be dangerous LOL.

Would love a real band to cover and make any of my songs their own.  I think some of the songs are good, better than I have the ability to do them justice.  If interested, reach out...

Alternative - Other Alternative 120 BPM 4/4 No samples

Picture for song 'kAFE [Hard Afro-AcidJazz/Afro-Fusion Type Beat]' by artist 'Kruuga'
kAFE [Hard Afro-AcidJazz/Afro-Fusion Type Beat]

Kruuga

KRUUGA!!!  NIgerian  Creative, Beatmaker, Music Producer, Mix Engineer

Beatmaker, Music Producer, Songwriter, Mix Engineer (4+ years)
Multi-instrumentalist (15+ years)

Alternative - Other Alternative 112 BPM 4/4 No samples

Picture for song '[$100 EXCLUSIVE] MNZR x NVSCVR x PLUG "GRAPE"' by artist 'Anthony Beats'
[$100 EXCLUSIVE] MNZR x NVSCVR x PLUG "GRAPE"

Anthony Beats

[$100 EXCLUSIVE]  Hi!! Soy Anthony Beats  Espero les guste mi contenido

Alternative - Alternative General 120 BPM 4/4 No samples

Picture for song 'Red and Gold' by artist 'Morgan Nicole (CO)'
Red and Gold

Morgan Nicole (CO)

At five months, a heart transplant. At twelve years, heart failure and a second transplant. At nineteen, stage four cancer. And that's not the half of it. Disco

At five months, a heart transplant. At twelve years, heart failure and a second transplant. At nineteen, stage four cancer. And that's not the half of it. Discover music that embraces love despite hardship, joy over pain and peace amidst chaos.
Each song I write comes from a well of memories and emotion deep inside me, spurred by the...

Alternative - Alternative General 4/4 No samples

Picture for song 'To A New Full Moon' by artist 'Alexander Molodkov'
To A New Full Moon

Alexander Molodkov

Alexandre from Toronto, Canada, is that rare songwriter whose composing inspiration and virtuoso guitar playing fuses his traditional rock-music heritage with j

Alexandre from Toronto, Canada, is that rare songwriter whose composing inspiration and virtuoso guitar playing fuses his traditional rock-music heritage with jazz and modern pop rhythms into a seamless stream of captivating sounds. Alexander creates his music right from his heart, and all of his songs come with 'super-catchy' melodie...

Alternative - Alternative General 4/4

Picture for song 'Highway Hero' by artist 'Half Blind Autist'
Highway Hero

Half Blind Autist

I am half blind autist

Singer Songwriter from Berlin

Alternative - Indie 126 BPM 4/4 No samples

Picture for song 'The Taming Power Of The Small' by artist 'Overdsergio'
The Taming Power Of The Small

Overdsergio

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Alternative - Alternative General 125 BPM 4/4 No samples

Picture for song 'CIENCIA - POP' by artist 'Osmer Alvarez produccion'
CIENCIA - POP

Osmer Alvarez produccion

la musica es mi pasion

Alternative - Other Alternative 4/4

Picture for song 'Rearview Mirror (feat. Veronica Fjellvind)' by artist 'Fredrik Muskos'
Rearview Mirror (feat. Veronica Fjellvind)

Fredrik Muskos

Artist, Songwriter, Musician living in Sweden. Been making music since the 1980's. Mainly Rock and BritPop.

Fredrik Muskos was born 1969 in Sundsvall. Fredrik started to play piano and guitar at the age of five. He played with a lot of different bands and been working as a studio musician. He has written all kinds of music through the years and now is the time for you to discover his very own material in mainly rock and pop. Under his alias Chuck Dread, he’s making remixes for other artists.

Alternative - Brit Pop 128 BPM 4/4 No samples

Picture for song 'ANTHEMS OF YOUR BREAKTHROUGH (feat. Wet Blue Day)' by artist 'Ropatt'
ANTHEMS OF YOUR BREAKTHROUGH (feat. Wet Blue Day)

Ropatt

Pop R&B/Jazz  instrumental musician.  Author of 'Fables & Proverbs: Songwriting's Secret Weapons for Lyric Writing' available on Amazon - https://bit.ly/3YHDRlv

Alternative - Indie 107 BPM 4/4 No samples

Picture for song 'Waters Of Your Love' by artist 'Michael L Dupuis'
Waters Of Your Love

Michael L Dupuis


Alternative - Emo 4/4

Picture for song 'Trippie Redd x Drake Type beat "Fell Down"' by artist 'Parrie'
Trippie Redd x Drake Type beat "Fell Down"

Parrie

Contact me on IG @Parrie2x

Contact me via email (rarr.parrie@gmail.com) or DM on IG (@parrie2x) for:
- Exclusive beats
- Mixing & Mastering requests
- Collaboration opportunities
- Weekly email list: Receive one beat weekly for a year. 
- Project stems ($20) (Included free with purchase of 'Exclusive' License.)

Alternative - Alternative General 143 BPM 4/4

Picture for song 'Free' by artist 'Lost boy slim'
Free

Lost boy slim

Off center music for off center people.

Lost Boy Slim is a U.S. based Singer songwriter mixing genres and styles to bring you his unique musical creations. Lost has released several singles and is set to release his first Full Album in February 2023. The Album My Head hits all digital stores February 25. So if your a little off center or non mainstream or a outcast Lost Boy Slim is for you. Come find your place here with Lost Boy Slim.

Alternative - Alternative General 128 BPM 4/4 No samples

Picture for song 'LANDR-Other Guy 100319-Open-Medium-REV_V1' by artist 'Dan Clark'
LANDR-Other Guy 100319-Open-Medium-REV_V1

Dan Clark

Playing music has always been around in my life.
Sundays after family dinners, on special occasions My
Grandfather, my uncles and my dad all played.
So natur

Alternative - Alternative General 4/4 No samples

Picture for song 'Katrina I' by artist 'DuhSjaak'
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