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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.

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.
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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.

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
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  • Regularly updated alternative charts with trending tracks
  • A community that connects fans with alternative artists worldwide
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

Picture for song 'Symphony of Rebellion' by artist 'The Collective Conciousness'
Symphony of Rebellion

The Collective Conciousness

For us it's all about making music and having fun

Theme Songs&Others (2012-2021)
Back In the Saddle (2020)
Stories To Tell (2021)
Welcome Back (2022)
We Ride Again (2024)
New Beginnings (2025)
Before disbanding in 2022 the members of the band that were known as The Collective Conciousness  were Kai Lacrosse, Vixen Fireheart, Kithka Kitsune, Rayford Lahaye, Darsi Menace, and Albert Arcley. Some of the members of the band in the past have been Azrael Fireheart, Darsi Menace, Rayford Lahay...

Alternative - Other Alternative

Picture for song 'these walls' by artist 'Winterime C'
Picture for song 'Jimmy Lost My BellyButton ( Feat NooNoo)' by artist 'Day-One UK'
Jimmy Lost My BellyButton ( Feat NooNoo)

Day-One UK

Performer Producer Philip Day Band member, Solo Artiste,  & Surround sound producer.                                                                              Here's some info                                                                                      
  Spent 17 years in bands, “R.F.Jones”  “Cheeky and”, “Rhythm Nation” and enjoyed modicum success touring. Europe.
Worked as a sound technician for “Capital Radio”, including an international seminar in Malaga Spain.      Spent 15 ye...

Alternative - Other Alternative

Picture for song 'Die Tonight - Lil Hooligan' by artist 'Lil Hooligan'
Picture for song 'All Familiar Places.mp3' by artist 'Neighbors Knocking'
Picture for song 'a ship called Alchemy. wave' by artist 'Joe Price'
a ship called Alchemy. wave

Joe Price

I am a self taught acoustic guitarist/ singer/songwriter  Please like comment and share.

I am a independent,  singer/songwriter  with a country style sound but not limited to the country sound.
I write my own music and lyrics and try to be as authentic as possible.

Alternative - Alternative General

Picture for song 'Enten - Eller' by artist 'Henrik Jespersen'
Enten - Eller

Henrik Jespersen

Music from Copenhagen, Denmark

Independent danish artist plays very melodic and original music

Alternative - Alternative General

Picture for song 'Pinakabagong Martir.WaV(1)' by artist 'Dyep Candelaria Project'
Pinakabagong Martir.WaV(1)

Dyep Candelaria Project

I am a simple musician and composer

I am a simple musician whose goal is to express the songs with positive ways that help people think about the past, future life and happenings

Alternative - Alternative General

Picture for song 'LUCID DREAMS - Afro RNB Type Beat' by artist 'Scott Scov'
LUCID DREAMS - Afro RNB Type Beat

Scott Scov

Music Producer

Scott Scov is a seasoned music producer with over a decade of experience crafting beats that resonate with the soul of modern music. His journey in the music industry has been marked by a relentless passion for sound and an unwavering commitment to innovation. Specializing in hip-hop, dancehall, and R&B, SCOV's beats are a vibrant blend of these genres, reflecting his deep understanding and appreciation of each.
Drawing inspiration from the rhythmic grooves of dancehall, the l...

Alternative - Indie 98 BPM

Picture for song 'The Night Wears On #125 Trick T Olly & Alien Syndr' by artist 'Trick T Olly'
The Night Wears On #125 Trick T Olly & Alien Syndr

Trick T Olly

Elisha Zaporelostzi's first performances were the Open Stages put on by the Bytown Live in Ottawa Ontario, Canada. It is how Neil Young and Joni Mitchell started.
Phreap magazine is a one page thing that went around Ottawa in the 1980s. Now it is a web site;
http://home.att.ne.jp/blue/patchan
With the help of Joe-Charly Smith, Molly Ding,  Calhoon-Fred Febealie, and Butter Jones I was able to put out Phreap magazine.

Alternative - Indie

Picture for song 'high love drumless (YE rap beat)' by artist 'Porkpine'
high love drumless (YE rap beat)

Porkpine

beatmaker from Madrid to the world

I specalice in hip hop beats of all kinds, the stranger the sample or the sound the better :)

Alternative - Experimental 120 BPM No samples

Picture for song 'Here with me' by artist 'Exacto'
Here with me

Exacto

Exacto is an Alternative Rock Band in Metro Manila

Exacto is an alternative band formed in 2006 by a group of college students in Metro Manila. Initially known as 'Real Tungaw' during their early days, the band later adopted the name 'Zoundtrip' before finally settling on Exacto as their official name. 
The band gained a following on campus for their electrifying performances, blending elements of alternative rock and experimental sounds. Their journey through different names reflects their

Alternative - Alternative General

Picture for song 'Rockify Beat x Sharozy Boss - Juju' by artist 'Rockify Beat'
Rockify Beat x Sharozy Boss - Juju

Rockify Beat

Welcome to 'ROCKIFY BEAT' Official Soundclick page.

Alternative - Alternative General

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$16 R&B 104 BPM 4/4 No samples