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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
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Picture for song 'the Streets of Savannah' by artist 'Numinous Owl'
the Streets of Savannah

Numinous Owl


Alternative - Indie

Picture for song 'Waiting for A Sign Life (4003 mix)' by artist 'Major Snagg'
Waiting for A Sign Life (4003 mix)

Major Snagg

Pop/Rock, Psychedelic, Ambient, Rhythm & Blues and beyond.

Major Snagg is the invented name of the 'band' that perform all my own musical creations. (songs and instrumentals). I play guitars, bass, rudimentary keyboards, harmonica, and sing. Melody has always been important to me... lyrics and guitar solos have to say or communicate something. 
I create musical worlds that I hope that you dear listener, will also want to explore and live in for a few moments...or longer if you feel that way

Alternative - Alt Power Pop

Picture for song 'The Clock Stopped Too Soon' by artist 'Mystic Chronicler'
The Clock Stopped Too Soon

Mystic Chronicler

This is a space where I share my music...

Hey there, and welcome to my channel!
This is a space where I share my musicsomething that's always been a part of me.
You'll find:
Songs that tell stories, from emotional soundscapes to darker, more hypnotic vibes.
I create using AI because I love the processit's expressive, surprising, and deeply fun.
If even one person connects with what they hear, that means the world to me.
Thanks for stopping by, and I hope you find something here that spe...

Alternative - Alternative General

Picture for song 'Mouth Knives (2025 New Bite)' by artist 'Bathory Skin'
Mouth Knives (2025 New Bite)

Bathory Skin

Bathory Skin is a American Darkpop/Goth Artist , That is rapidly gaining online attention,  With A Brand New Vibe An Approach That No One Can Claim Or Mimic.

FOLLOW Bathory Skin ON SOUNDCLOUD: https://soundcloud.com/johnny-867441092
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PLS FOLLOW , LIKE & SUBSCRIBE ON ALL SOCIAL MEDIA! 
CHECK OUT MY #HOODGOTH, DARK HIP-HOP PROJECT
R.I.P. DEADBOI
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CHECK...

Alternative - Dance-Punk

Picture for song 'Make It By' by artist 'Toy Stein'
Make It By

Toy Stein

Toy Stein

All music composed, arranged, produced, performed, mixed and mastered by Toy Stein.

Alternative - Indie

Picture for song 'Sing It Loud' by artist 'Kentronic'
Sing It Loud

Kentronic

NEW Song Writer and Producer hitting the scene with powerful new original music.

Kentronic started at getting - ininvolved with music at age 5 at playing the drums and singing. Later became a performer in show bands traveling across the country. Now he is creating new music for the masses to enjoy in various genres of Pop, R&B, Dance, Hip Hop and Latin. In 2025 started a radio station which now starting to gain momentum @ www.kentronicradio.com

Alternative - Alt Power Pop

Picture for song 'jungle' by artist 'Seconds And Waves'
jungle

Seconds And Waves

Micha (vocals), Rob (bass, guitar, keyboard), Frank (guitar, bass,keyboard)

We're a Band from Berlin and no professionals (as you may hear) , we started making music a very long time ago, we will upload new songs and demo versions from time to time

Alternative - Goth

Picture for song 'A Different Light' by artist 'Jonny Van Tol'
A Different Light

Jonny Van Tol

Mello sounding (mostly), slightly experimental, Just trying to find my voice. Sorry about the sad tones, I'll snap out of it soon.

A guy with a guitar and a computer.
It's kinda slow right now, but with some more equipment it will pick up.

Alternative - Indie

Picture for song 'Roses' by artist 'Gregory Valentine'
Roses

Gregory Valentine

Hope it goes without saying but I'll say it.. I write Character songs about life, love, loss in culture around us.....and true songs on the love of Jesus Christ

Alternative - Alternative General

Picture for song 'Sedation Time Waits For No One' by artist 'Sedation'
Sedation Time Waits For No One

Sedation


Alternative - Grunge

Picture for song 'None of This Is Me' by artist 'BVP51'
None of This Is Me

BVP51

Original songs and blues harmonica jams.

Original songs in blues, rock, folk, country and more posted for  your enjoyment. All comments are welcome.

Alternative - Indie

Picture for song 'Si se quiere, se puede (master)' by artist 'Alfonso Baro'
Si se quiere, se puede (master)

Alfonso Baro

Prefiero ser feliz a tener razón

Alternative - Alternative General

Picture for song 'Chrysalis - live phone demo' by artist 'Justin Osowiecki'
Chrysalis - live phone demo

Justin Osowiecki


Alternative - Alternative General

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Picture for song 'mxbellio' by artist 'mxavier'
mxbellio

mxavier

http://icking-music-archive.org
http://www.myspace.com/opyty
http://mxavier.narod.ru/sx_cprs.htm
http://mxavier.narod.ru
http://lydbok.narod.ru
http://lucamaria.narod.ru

Alternative - Experimental

Picture for song 'The Allen Paul Project - Good Enough' by artist 'Rube Rickin Presents'
The Allen Paul Project - Good Enough

Rube Rickin Presents

I'm Rube Rickin, baby.

Rube Rickin don't need to explain.

Alternative - Avant Rock No samples

Picture for song 'the song jam i could never finish' by artist 'Mike Kennedy'
the song jam i could never finish

Mike Kennedy


Alternative - Other Alternative

Picture for song 'Be My Master' by artist 'The Malt-Tones (US)'
Be My Master

The Malt-Tones (US)

We're an American Band, Coming to Your Town!

Alternative - Post Punk

Picture for song 'Last Dance in the Neon Glow' by artist 'Enty'
Last Dance in the Neon Glow

Enty


Alternative - Alternative General

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