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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 'Steve Gilmore and In No Sense - City Lights' by artist 'Steve Gilmore and In No Sense'
Steve Gilmore and In No Sense - City Lights

Steve Gilmore and In No Sense

Loonies on computers, music of madness

Steve Gilmore and In No Sense are part of the UK's Rebel Riffs label, genre hopping a specialty!!

Alternative - Alternative General

Picture for song 'Long Night' by artist 'Soos Chantos'
Picture for song 'Done? (DEMO)' by artist 'John Mart1n'
Done? (DEMO)

John Mart1n

I will release music to randomly for right now. I am collecting songs for an ep right now.

I’m experimenting with a bunch of different sounds and ideas to find what sound I want to go for. I might have some songs that have a similar vibe and sound but I can’t promise every song to be consistently one thing right now cause I’m experimenting with a bunch of sounds. I’m also in a band with my friend Jimmy Cawood called Seven Daez: https://www.soundclick.com/artist/default.cfm?bandID=1493204.

Alternative - Experimental No samples

Picture for song 'I Write Songs' by artist 'Michael Hudon'
Picture for song 'Son of the Sunset' by artist 'Dead Desert'
Son of the Sunset

Dead Desert

Alternative/Desert Rock band from Kharkiv, Ukraine

Alternative - Nu Metal 4/4 No samples

Picture for song 'High Up Deh-Anybody' by artist 'UpDeh'
High Up Deh-Anybody

UpDeh

High UpDeh

I am all around genre type of musician,

Alternative - Alternative General

Picture for song 'The Mad Recruit (Holloween Series) orch/effects' by artist 'Numi Who'
The Mad Recruit (Holloween Series) orch/effects

Numi Who

I now create music so people can spend time with better company.

Cover Songs on Soundclick: https://www.soundclick.com/numiwhocreativecovers
Writing: https://allpoetry.com/Mr._Numi_Who-
Books: Numi Who? on Amazon (books)
Art: http://wbiro.deviantart.com
Early Art: http://www.flickr.com/photos/38154648@N00
Music Videos: http://www.youtube.com/user/wbiro
Self-made Music Catalog (to 2016): http://numi-imagination-creations.me/01-art-catalog/wbiro_artistic_catalog_1967-2016_update_34.html

Alternative - Other Alternative

Picture for song 'Peace-of-Jerusalem' by artist 'Daniel D. (David) McWilliams'
Peace-of-Jerusalem

Daniel D. (David) McWilliams

Spiritual inspirational worship songs, love songs, psalms, songs about God and Jesus.

Welcome to the Music Web Site Outlet for Daniel McWilliams. Here you'll find samples of my recordings (and see some of my scenic photos). 
The ability to express whatever your 
Creator has placed within you is a gift. 
Jesus said, 'Freely you have received, so freely give.'  Gifts are meant for giving.  
So here you go!

Alternative - Alternative General

Picture for song 'AS GOODWIN- Super Good' by artist 'A.S. GOODWIN'
AS GOODWIN- Super Good

A.S. GOODWIN

The A.S. Goodwin catalogue of recorded music during the 2000s.  188 songs incorporated in 13 A.S. Goodwin albums, 3 Instrumas albums and 1 Bragi album.

Recording also under the guise of Instrumental band Instrumas with Sim (keyboards/orchestration)/Wingo (bass)/Doog (drums/percussion) and Nomi (guitars).  Also under the guise of Reiki Relaxation 'God' Bragi (Norse God of Poetry).  This is my catalogue of the music I made.  Now a music journalist and blogger reviewing albums on my own review s...

Alternative - Other Alternative

Picture for song 'LoveIs...nothingIcansay UKmix' by artist 'The International Ghostrider Collective'
LoveIs...nothingIcansay UKmix

The International Ghostrider Collective

I am the lead vocalist & songwriter for the International Ghostrider Collective.

Alternative - Alternative General

Picture for song 'FOF (Friend or Foe)' by artist 'The Long Drive'
FOF (Friend or Foe)

The Long Drive

Alt Rock from Kansas City, MO. USA

Alternative - Alt Power Pop

Picture for song 'XIII' by artist 'CRVSTAL CVLT'
XIII

CRVSTAL CVLT

Musician

CRVSTAL CVLT is an electronic music artist from Moscow.
I write tracks in such directions as: Witch House, Phonk.

Alternative - Experimental

Picture for song 'Lucid' by artist 'John Murphy'
Lucid

John Murphy

Enjoy the music of John Murphy!!!  Songwriter.  Youtube Channel with constant updates:  youtube.com/@johnmurphyabc

Hope you enjoy the Music.. There might be one song you like.  Try them.  There are about 50 songs in distribution (Spotify, Apple Music, etc.)   Add to your playlist.

Alternative - Indie No samples

Picture for song 'LETSPLAYHDMASTER48k24bit w ISRC' by artist 'nonbinarycode'
LETSPLAYHDMASTER48k24bit w ISRC

nonbinarycode

nonbinarycode are as difficult to define as they are brilliant!

n the vibrant intersection of music and identity, nonbinarycode emerges as a trailblazing force, breaking down barriers and shaping a new queer sonic landscape. nonbinarycode isn’t just about the music; they are a movement, a celebration of diversity, and a testament to the power of self-expression.
Formed in 2019, nonbinarycode is the brainchild of InkBits (they/them) and The Hardman (he/him), visionary artists who share a comm...

Alternative - Pop Punk No samples

Picture for song 'Raining' by artist 'AMY HUGHES'
Picture for song 'Melissa's Garden (guitar track)' by artist 'Trev Teasdel'
Melissa's Garden (guitar track)

Trev Teasdel


Alternative - Alternative General

Picture for song 'The great escape' by artist 'No'am Newman'
The great escape

No'am Newman

Folktronix

Long time acoustic guitar strummer went electronic several years ago: these are some of my latest creations. I would like to call these songs 'singer songwriter material with fully fleshed electronic arrangements', but that's quite a mouthful so I call them simply 'alternative'.
The 'folktronic' material (traditional songs with electronic arrangements) have been moved to
a page here on SoundClick called 'YMMV'.
 If there's anything that catches your ear, drop me a line.

Alternative - Alternative General 84 BPM 7/4 No samples

Picture for song 'Care (A song for Gaza)' by artist 'Paolo Margari'
Care (A song for Gaza)

Paolo Margari

Electronic, synthpop, indie, alternative & experimental sounds, produced by oltre.digital

Find out more on paolomargari.it and discover other content on Flickr, Linkedin, X, Instagram, Tumblr, YouTube and Blogger (postplex is a parallel writing project linked to sounds & visuals).
New project: Style Disorder - https://styledisorder.oltre.digital 
Independent label: Oltre.Digital Media - https://oltredigital.com

Alternative - Alternative General 103 BPM 4/4 No samples

Picture for song 'heavy heart' by artist 'Stoitzer (project-terminated)'
Picture for song 'Insanity - Going to Detroit - live -8' by artist 'Insanity Athens'
Insanity - Going to Detroit - live -8

Insanity Athens ,   Insanity Athens


Alternative - Alternative General