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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 'In the Air' by artist 'VLoDa'
In the Air

VLoDa

Recording, Mixing, Mastering

Alternative - Grunge

Picture for song 'Star' by artist 'Tony Prower'
Star

Tony Prower ,   Tony Prower

Songwriter using acoustic folk, blues, rock songs with a hint of strangeness.

I am from Gosport, England with a large chunk of my life in Iceland, I have been playing instruments since I was 17 and started songwriting about 10 years later. I am too disabled to play an instrument now, but I still create with a computer.

Alternative - Avant Rock

Picture for song 'Riding the Storm' by artist 'Rallion'
Picture for song 'THE WORLD TURNED TO STONED - DRUMNJON DRUMNSTINE' by artist 'Drumnjon'
THE WORLD TURNED TO STONED - DRUMNJON DRUMNSTINE

Drumnjon

DRUMNJON : Rhythm - A Focused Creative Force From The HEAD and HEART

Many Characters of JOHN FEISTHAMEL 
DRUMNJON : Drums, Percussion
DRUMNSTINE : Drums, Percussion
BONGOJON : Percussion
JAYEM KEZS : Synths
IAM BEIS  : Bass

Alternative - Experimental No samples

Picture for song 'leach @prod.salmonn' by artist 'SamsaraWitchHouse'
leach @prod.salmonn

SamsaraWitchHouse

Samsara

Alternative - Alternative General

Picture for song 'Antheme of Hell RE UP (Pinhead 666)' by artist 'Flesh Fantasy A HELLRAISED ROMANCE'
Picture for song '(sold) Indie bedroom beat 'Dreamings'' by artist 'bimaeljimmybeatz'
(sold) Indie bedroom beat 'Dreamings'

bimaeljimmybeatz

Composer & Guitar Player.

Want to stand out as a singer?
Get the license, drop fire tracks, and make your music unforgettable. Let's make it happen!
For bundles or special deals, hit me up via email.
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Alternative - Indie 152 BPM 4/4 No samples

Picture for song 'Out Into The World' by artist 'Adrian Rosenfeldt'
Out Into The World

Adrian Rosenfeldt

Adrian Rosenfeldt is a genre-hopping, piano pounding, multi-instrumentalist maverick - writer, producer, performer who lives in the Yarra Valley.

Adrian Rosenfeldt is a dynamic Australian multi-instrumentalist, songwriter, producer, and performer whose genre-blurring sound comes alive on his new album Pianola Rock 'n' Roller. Fusing vintage flair with bold sonic storytelling, Adrian blends organic instrumentation and textured production into a style that's both nostalgic and fresh.

Alternative - Emo

Picture for song 'Ghost House' by artist 'Global Citizen'
Picture for song 'd4vd type beat 2025 - Burning Blue' by artist 'REDDOO17'
d4vd type beat 2025 - Burning Blue

REDDOO17

REDDOO17

Alternative - Alternative General 110 BPM No samples

Picture for song 'How Does It Feel To Be Great!!!' by artist 'EDDIE MOONEY and the GRAVE (ft Mike Rowbottom)'
How Does It Feel To Be Great!!!

EDDIE MOONEY and the GRAVE (ft Mike Rowbottom)

Dark, heavy but tuneful music with intense rhythms. Good to freak to...

I am from Manchester, England, UK

Alternative - Pop Punk

Picture for song 'NUMBERS' by artist 'MINROO ARTS 4XXFUNK'
NUMBERS

MINROO ARTS 4XXFUNK

HOUSE OF THE 4XXFUNK

songs for sale and beats

Alternative - Experimental

Picture for song 'Wild and Crazy Kids' by artist 'Gagmesharkoff'
Wild and Crazy Kids

Gagmesharkoff

Gagmesharkoff is a one-man band that cranks out a diverse mix of punk, various instrumental and garage rock with a minimalistic DIY setup.

Alternative - Ska

Picture for song 'Lap Steel 2' by artist 'mark alan skinner'
Lap Steel 2

mark alan skinner

self taught multi instrumentalist obsessed with creating music.

Alternative - Alternative General

Picture for song 'THA KNIGHTZ' by artist 'PRE HALFTIME SHOW OBSCENITIES'
Picture for song 'KILL THIER MINDS YOUNG' by artist 'Rose Ashley'
KILL THIER MINDS YOUNG

Rose Ashley

im here

Alternative - Experimental

Picture for song 'Just' by artist 'Alex Dragon'
Just

Alex Dragon

Rock/Grunge/Metal

My music can be classified as rock, metal, grunge or alternative. I am currently in the central Pennsylvania region. I've been browsing for bassist, guitarist and or drummer but I'm alright on my own. Hydrargyria is my most recently released track. All of my other songs are from my last 2 albums in order on my playlist from newest to oldest.

Alternative - Grunge

Picture for song 'The Way Of The White Clouds' by artist 'NYMAN (Swe)'
The Way Of The White Clouds

NYMAN (Swe)

Classical, folk music, symphonic rock, pop or just anything that pops out of my head ...

I'm a Swedish guitarist/songwriter who just can't stick to one genre. If you listen to one song from each of my music projects you'll soon find out what I mean. I like to be able to travel down whatever musical path my imagination leads me at the time and see where it takes me. I realize it can be kind of confusing for the listener, but what can I do, that's just who I am. Still I hope you can enjoy the m...

Alternative - Alternative General

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Picture for song 'Get Money Ft MC SuperKenn' by artist 'ALBM Productions'
Get Money Ft MC SuperKenn

ALBM Productions

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Alternative - Alternative General 90 BPM No samples

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