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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.

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  • 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.

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

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Picture for song 'The Living End' by artist 'jcmosquito'
The Living End

jcmosquito

'Redemption with blood, poetry and a backbeat.' 

- JC Mosquito and his art from an unsolicited comment  by the Reverend Dan Z

Some samples of what I do with my time when I'm not trying to keep the wolves from the door.
I'm also at myspace, youtube, and mixposure. You can figure it out.

Alternative - Indie

Picture for song 'EXTERNALITY' by artist '208Beats'
EXTERNALITY

208Beats

19, Idaho, '2-Oh-8 Beats'

Alternative - Indie

Picture for song 'Atmospheric River' by artist 'Chris Cass'
Atmospheric River

Chris Cass

Chris' guitar music writing started in 1994 with early riff-driven songs produced on a 4 track tape recorder. After a long hiatus, Chris began writing and composing original music again in 2009. Aided with an 8-track digital recorder, this account features low budget, lo-fi, rough cut home studio recordings of original songs written (or rewritten) by Chris since September 2009. Most of the songs were initially composed on acoustic guitar, and many recorded versions combined the original acoustic...

Alternative - Alternative General

Picture for song 'Onale teng Steezy' by artist 'Qhomane Mochesane'
Onale teng Steezy

Qhomane Mochesane

I am an artist based in Lesotho country, for bookings , +266 58823147 or email :  qhomanemochesane@gmail.com

Qhomane Mochesane started he music journey on 2023 with the album called Ntate Roma nna available on digital platforms now

Alternative - Alternative General

Picture for song 'Every Day With You' by artist 'Specklebird'
Every Day With You

Specklebird


Alternative - Indie

Picture for song '2099:The Phonk Purge (A Darkweb Broadcast)' by artist 'R.I.P. Deadboi'
2099:The Phonk Purge (A Darkweb Broadcast)

R.I.P. Deadboi

R.I.P. Deadboi's Debut Album 'HEARSES & VERSES'  OUT NOW FOR FREE! Here on SC! 'On DarkBlock we REP #HOODGOTH'

FOLLOW R.I.P. Deadboi ON SOUNDCLOUD: https://soundcloud.com/johnny-deppression-755080754
FOLLOW ME ON BANDLAB: https://www.bandlab.com/thedarkblockagency
FOLLOW ME LIKE & SUBSCRIBE ON ALL SOCIAL MEDIA! 
CHECK OUT MY ALT. GOTH/POST PUNK BAND
BATHORY SKIN 
:https://www.soundclick.com/bathoryskin
CHECK OUT MY BEAT PRODUCTION/RMX PROJECT 
THE DARKBLOCK AGENCY
https://www.soundcli...

Alternative - Dance-Punk

Picture for song 'NSQK TYPE BEAT - "MAÑANA NO ES TARDE"' by artist 'Ratro'
NSQK TYPE BEAT - "MAÑANA NO ES TARDE"

Ratro

I make beats :).

Alternative - Experimental

Picture for song 'Чудесным образом исчезнуть без следа. (online-audi' by artist 'Mr.Bul'
Чудесным образом исчезнуть без следа. (online-audi

Mr.Bul

Давно написанные стихи, перекладываю на музыку, с помощью SUNO. Что из этого получается, судить Вам.

Alternative - Alternative General

Picture for song 'Somebodies Comin' by artist 'Ralf Tygerz Records'
Somebodies Comin

Ralf Tygerz Records

I love to play music and record.

Lifetime musician since age 8.
Founded RTP-Model City Bluez in 1995

Alternative - Alternative General

Picture for song 'What Is It For' by artist 'Cidic Vicious'
What Is It For

Cidic Vicious

everything Else Dies but the Music

Cidic Vicious is a musician, producer, and artist who co-founded the label eED Music (everything Else Dies but the Music). He plays guitar and bass, writes lyrics and songs, and handles photography and editing for his art. He aims to create a community and empower individuals through his music, focusing on self-esteem and confidence.   
Cidic Vicious is involved in multiple music projects: 
 eED Music: He is a co-founder and artist at eED Music, a Southern...

Alternative - Pop Punk

Picture for song 'AUD-20250309-WA0001' by artist 'AcrossTheDivide'
AUD-20250309-WA0001

AcrossTheDivide


Alternative - Alt Power Pop

Picture for song 'Heart Haunted' by artist 'Grand Jury'
Heart Haunted

Grand Jury ,   dawnsinclair ,   Amy Caldwell

We are one-man band playing mostly our own compositions heavily influenced by Big-beat styles of 60-80s and a little Blues-flavour.

Nowdays it's mainly one-man band,friends are given a hand,at times.'Music was my first love and it will be my last'!.Just can't quit composing my own songs and playin' for 'constantly shrinking audiences'...

Alternative - Brit Pop

Picture for song 'Salvation' by artist 'Cam7Song'
Salvation

Cam7Song

I am a Christian who creates folk rock, rock, pop, and novelty tracks.

On a winter's night in 2000, while walking down a quiet street, a whirlwind blew towards me. As it approached, it seemed to me that God told me music was coming back into my life. I'll let you reach your own conclusions, but 45 albums worth of music later and I know that it was a genuine word from the Lord. 
Oddly enough, I suppose, (given that incident and that I'm a Christian) few of these tracks are 'worship' tunes in

Alternative - Experimental

Picture for song 'Dona Xaman' by artist 'Nando Gomila'
Picture for song 'One Giant Leap' by artist 'Kerry Lynne'
One Giant Leap

Kerry Lynne

percussionist, writer and recording artist

Alternative - Alternative General

Picture for song '472002' by artist 'The Nikki Catsouras Jam Band'
472002

The Nikki Catsouras Jam Band

experimental avantgarde noise band

Alternative - Avant Rock

Picture for song 'Red and Green' by artist 'alonelyness'
Picture for song 'Schopf Grau Augen Blau' by artist 'SMOTCH'
Schopf Grau Augen Blau

SMOTCH

!!! MUSIC BEYOND GENRE BOUNDARIES !!!  We are producers, mainly focused on Metal, Punk, Dark Grunge, Gothic, GazeMetal and  Electronic

!!! Music Beyond Genre Boundaries !!! 
We are a producer duo with support of several other artists. Not focused on any particular genre, we are doing what comes to our mind and makes us have a good time in our studio. Influenced by Metal, Punk, Grunge and Goth we are creating a variety of different styles, so the songs do not relate to a single genre like a t...

Alternative - Experimental No samples

Picture for song 'Bombs' by artist 'Crossfire Choir'
Bombs

Crossfire Choir

As candidate for President of the Crossfire Choir/Jay Pounders Fan Club, I am pleased to provide to the masses the ability to hear their great music for free.

Crossfire Choir is a band that began in South Florida in the 80s with Jay Pounders, Eddie Freeze, Brad Peet, and Dennis Ambrose. The band moved up north, settling in New Jersey, and became part of the New York City CBGB scene as well as one of the most popular bands in New Brunswick.  The band found themselves amidst a label bidding war...

Alternative - Alt Power Pop

Picture for song 'JD and Smoke' by artist 'Mr Wilson Inc'
JD and Smoke

Mr Wilson Inc

tight,rockin,

Mr. Wilson_inc project 
 Thinker writer  arranger performer producer engineer  and wage slave ;
we continue to dream,write, record 
 this page represents 18 other players that have participated
some  were passer's by I don't know where  they are now
the rest we're still in touch    still recording new Ideas
But these recordings are captured 
To share with everyone who takes the time to listen 
one name did not fit us all
But
Mr. Wilson_inc
Represents us all

Alternative - Experimental

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