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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 'Imperial Mince' by artist 'The Midi Evil Empire'
Imperial Mince

The Midi Evil Empire

This site should have the legend 'parental guidance' and if you are a parent, or if you have, or have ever had, parents you shouldn't listen. You have been warned.
However, one or more tunes here will be on the search for some lyrics - if you fancy writing some why don't you write me. If you contact me first I can confirm which toons still need words and which don't. 
The finished product, if any, will sound more like
my other site : 
http://www.soundclick.com/bands/richhoncho_music.htm

Alternative - Other Alternative 160 BPM 4/4 No samples

Picture for song 'Dream To Me' by artist 'Michael J. Kelly'
Dream To Me

Michael J. Kelly

All the instruments and vocals were recorded in my home studio, with both the performance and the mixing and mastering completed by me.

My musical influences are diverse, ranging from Mozart to the Beatles and everything in between.

Alternative - Brit Pop 4/4

Picture for song 'Lil Peep type beat / Emo hip hop' by artist 'Entme'
Lil Peep type beat / Emo hip hop

Entme

Ukrainian music producer with more than 10 years experience. I work in different genres such as Hip Hop, Trap, Trip Hop, Emo etc  Welcome to my page!

Alternative - Emo 130 BPM 4/4 No samples

Picture for song 'house down (horror scary evil slow)' by artist 'alonesome'
house down (horror scary evil slow)

alonesome

i have many style of music for you

Alternative - Goth 70 BPM 4/4 No samples

Picture for song 'Epiphany' by artist 'Simple Connexion'
Epiphany

Simple Connexion

Simple Connexion singer-songwriters creating compositions and cover derivatives using the groovy vibrations of 60's-70's pop, folk, soft-rock, and harmonies.

Claude Larivière was born and raised on Le Plateau Mont-Royal, Québec. At the age of 14, he retrieved a sleeping guitar from a shelf in his Father’s closet and then following a few turns of the needle on the White Album his musical journey began. 
Jyl’s musical experience began by inheriting her musician Father's love and genes for musi...

Alternative - Other Alternative 86 BPM 4/4 No samples

Picture for song 'Connection feat Denniyah' by artist 'Clive G Beresford'
Connection feat Denniyah

Clive G Beresford

Also known as Spyda my music is produced in various genres including Chillout, Country, Blues, Downtempo, Dance & Electro. A Spyda Music Production.

After 24 years of being known as Spyda I have decided to use my real name for all my personally produced music
Your support of all Spyda Music Productions releases is genuinely appreciated
Thanks, Clive
ALL music is copyright Spyda Music Productions. All Rights reserved

Alternative - Alt Power Pop 73 BPM 4/4

Picture for song 'Into The Dark Realm (Nu Metal Mix)' by artist 'ZeveN'
Into The Dark Realm (Nu Metal Mix)

ZeveN

Music by ZeveN is produced in multiple genres of Pop, Rock, Metal & more. A Spyda Music Production.

ZeveN can produce & release songs from pop to rock, to thrash metal & haunting ballads.
An amazingly versatile talent look out for more exciting sounds thru' 2024.
Please join the mailing list for news, info & FREE downloads of unreleased music only available via the website - https://www.spydamusicproductions.com
Your support of all Spyda Music Productions releases is genuinely appreciated

Alternative - Nu Metal 142 BPM 4/4

Picture for song 'Pain (prod. Dream Elysium)' by artist 'Keary Kblast Alaniz'
Pain (prod. Dream Elysium)

Keary Kblast Alaniz

Keary Kblast is an artist, and producer from Dayton, Ohio.

Hello world and its creations, I am Keary. I'm from Ohio, United States but I'm half Mexican. I make music like I breathe air, its pretty much what I live for and plan around.

Alternative - Indie 130 BPM 4/4

Picture for song 'FAREWELL MY LOVELY' by artist 'QANEIDA'
FAREWELL MY LOVELY

QANEIDA ,   Gil Qaneida

It's midnight in the wilderness. From the lost highways and fever swamps of the sinister South emerges a new & defiant voice.

It's midnight in the wilderness. From the lost highways and fever swamps of the sinister South emerges a new & defiant voice.
GIL QANEIDA is an actor/male model and soul/rock/pop vocalist (tenor) with a 4 octave range and songwriter who plays acoustic guitar and piano. His primary musical influences include LINDA RONSTADT, SARAH MCLACHLAN, PAT BENATAR, P!NK, DUA LIPA,...

Alternative - Goth 4/4 No samples

Picture for song 'Seven Years Old Lucas Graham Cover' by artist 'Tomco'
Seven Years Old Lucas Graham Cover

Tomco

Sleep pretty darlin don't you cry, and I will sing a lullaby...

Alternative - Alternative General 4/4

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