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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.
  • 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.
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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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Picture for song 'FeralZ' by artist 'Divine Monkey'
FeralZ

Divine Monkey

Gaz Lawrences recording projects hsve been active since 2010 available at archive.org

Gaz Lawrence created Shadowperimeter in 2010 as a recording project outlet for his rock post punk influences. The tracks have been evolving over the years with new material recorded in 2017 in Cambodia with contributions from singer and producer Scoble Ryder..more tracks were  mastered at Road 60 Studios Siem Reap.The music has an old school 80s new wave post punk feel with a psyche twist.Two albums have bee...

Alternative - Post Punk

Picture for song 'Wake Tomorrow' by artist 'infused'
Wake Tomorrow

infused

To cause to be permeated with something (as a principle or quality) that alters usually for the better: INFUSED implies a pouring in of something that gives new

Infused is an indie alternative rock band from Central Pennsylvania.  Infused was founded in the early 2000s out of the remnants of the band, Upstream.  Infused has a diverse style of influences ranging from rock to blues to alternative.  Members include Shawn Huss - vocals and acoustic guitar, Adrianna Huss - vocals, Rod Skelley - el...

Alternative - Indie

Picture for song 'In death...' by artist 'Amphigory'
In death...

Amphigory

'Life is a tale told by an idiot, full of sound and fury, signyfying nothing.' William Shakespeare

I'm an amateur songwriter and a singing guitarist. The key to my sound is a Fenix by Young Chang electric guitar from the 80's I completely renovated... I usually play and write in standard E tuning. I also use an equalizer pedal effect for better adjustment of the guitar tone. I usually add some lows and a bit highs and reduce additional mids. I prefer simple, heavy riffs because I have to also...

Alternative - Grunge

Picture for song 'Better Together' by artist 'mfaith2'
Better Together

mfaith2

World & Modern rhythms, distinctive and expressive vocals, indie rock to Afro-Caribbean, Soundtrack, Electronica and Classic Country

I am a songwriter. Whenever I am strongly moved I get a song. They come  lyric and melody, a verse or chorus with imagined instrumentation I can never quite reproduce.
I used to bring my songs to the band, start singing with my clumsy guitar or keyboard  playing outlines and the band would fill in the colors, bringing the song to life.
     These days I am cra...

Alternative - Alternative General No samples

Picture for song 'Local Boy' by artist 'Kev64'
Local Boy

Kev64

Some of my old band's tracks.

Alternative - Alternative General

Picture for song 'ITS OUR HALLOWEEN' by artist 'GraveToons'
ITS OUR HALLOWEEN

GraveToons

Step into the eerie world of GraveToons, where the ghoulish charm of classic monster flicks collides with the raw energy of rockabilly.

Stay tuned -Keep your eyes on the shadows and your ears to the ground. GraveToons is coming!

Alternative - Goth

Picture for song 'All Along The Watchtower' by artist 'Garden of Heathen'
All Along The Watchtower

Garden of Heathen

It started as a female fronted heavy rock project. Throughout the rehearsals they began experimenting with different styles, such as Funk, Disco, Electro...

Founded in 2019 as 'Heathens'. The musical influences of GoH rank from the 1960 to the 1990, using both vintage gear as Fender Rhodes of Hammond Organ as well as modern synthesizers. Their lyrics are rather about what's recently going on in the world, so better don't expect too much positivity.
Staff:
Lisa - lead vocals
Kai - keyboards...

Alternative - Indie 130 BPM

Picture for song 'TRY ME' by artist 'INSUL'JOV'
TRY ME

INSUL'JOV

25 y.o. producer  Hip-hop/trap beats

Alternative - Alternative General 145 BPM No samples

Picture for song 'Living In The Years' by artist 'M3 Group'
Living In The Years

M3 Group

Progressive Rock

M3 formed in 2005 with their debut song M3: Launch, and has had many songs since. Built around a Progressive instrumental guitar band, M3 members have included: Valkir, Paul Oakley, Bob Forbes, Rick Kresiak, Tommy Gardner, Jack Wright, Mark Cloutier, Nigel Potter, Joey (Rapster) Nickerson, Frank Quarrell, Rocco Ventrella, Bruce Elliott, Michael Duran, William O'Connell, Andrew Negoustorov, and Lee Boos.

Alternative - Pop Punk

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 'Paul's Theme of Hope (ORIGINAL)' by artist 'paulLondon'
Paul's Theme of Hope (ORIGINAL)

paulLondon

seeking other Hackettstown NJ Area musicians to play with  CONTACT writerandkeys@yahoo.com

Reach me at  908-892-2210  -or-
writerandkeys@yahoo.com   I AM ACCEPTING MESSAGES ! ! ! !
looking for people to jam with within 16 miles of Hackettstown NJ
Hi!  I'm a keyboardist and composer. These are my compositions on my Soundclick page.  I hope you like them,  peace !

Alternative - Alternative General

Picture for song '4 O'clock - Kawalan' by artist '4 O'clock'
4 O'clock - Kawalan

4 O'clock

4 O'clock is a dynamic alternative rock band from Caloocan, formed in 2021.

Renowned for their innovative sound characterized by aggressive tones and thought-provoking lyrics, the band has swiftly carved out a distinct niche in the music scene.
Fronted by John Ronald Relano, the lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist, 4 O'clock is distinguished by his extraordinarily powerful voice and songwriting style influenced by icons such as 'Rivermaya,' 'Bamboo,' and 'Eraserheads.'
Adding depth to the ba...

Alternative - Alternative General

Picture for song '10- Track 10 If I could only soar' by artist 'JiltedJohnny'
10- Track 10 If I could only soar

JiltedJohnny


Alternative - Shoegaze

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 'FRIEND' by artist '2DKYZ'
FRIEND

2DKYZ

2DKYZ

Alternative - Grunge

Picture for song 'Old And Gray' by artist 'Lee Boos Project'
Old And Gray

Lee Boos Project

Musician/songwriter  Born in England, grew up in N.Y. and now live in Florida. ENJOY!

Hans Boos RIP 1966-2019
I moved songs my brother Hans and I wrote to a separate song page. I will be adding more.  If anyone wants to hear a cool vocalist, killer drummer and bass player go visit assortedpeople. Thanks. 
Lee Boos Project
I am a 63 year old musician/songwriter, collectively writing progressive, alternative, soft and southern rock songs for at least 45 years. Between my Brother Hans and I w...

Alternative - Alternative General

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 'Shadows of Samhain' by artist 'Undead Necropolis'
Picture for song '4LO$' by artist 'For Good Or For Awesome'
Picture for song 'Desire (Jimmy's Mom)' by artist 'Three Chord Thrashers'
Desire (Jimmy's Mom)

Three Chord Thrashers

We are just an old skool garage band from Marysville, MI.

Alternative - Pop Punk

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