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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 'Twenty Minutes Is A Lifetime' by artist 'John Alan Daubert'
Twenty Minutes Is A Lifetime

John Alan Daubert

Musician, composer, arranger, engineer, audio editing, producer

Alternative - Alternative General

Picture for song 'Synth HipHouse' by artist 'Synthsliss'
Synth HipHouse

Synthsliss

Producer, Hip-Hop Microfreaker. Need a specific synth sound made or production?  Contact me: synthsliss@gmail.com

I make stuff with the Microfreak, it can do... a crazy amount of things. Love being able to sound design stuff and make it sound well crafted together in music.

Alternative - Experimental 128 BPM 4/4 No samples

Picture for song 'good night' by artist 'E1i'
good night

E1i

Everything here is semi-finished.

Alternative - Alternative General

Picture for song 'Silver Twang' by artist 'Momche'
Silver Twang

Momche

music misfit,  blooz weirdo,  jahzz reject, &  odd metered mutant  based out of Toronto, Canada

Alternative - Experimental 82 BPM 4/4 No samples

Picture for song 'Patriotic' by artist 'G. Leonard'
Patriotic

G. Leonard

I am G. Leonard, owner of 2 Shoes Entertainment, and I welcome you to my artist page

Alternative - Alternative General

Picture for song 'Robert Kunin-Wanna Lose It' by artist 'Robert Kunin'
Robert Kunin-Wanna Lose It

Robert Kunin

Robert Kunin is an independent music artist from New York.

Robert Kunin is an independent music artist from New York. Robert’s music is a combination of acoustic and electric guitars(sometimes trumpet), with a mix of Rock, Progressive Folk, Blues, Word, and electronic. He plays Acoustic/Electric Guitars, Vocals, Trumpet, Mandolin, and Keyboard.
ROBERT KUNIN CD’s:
Rock Folk Blues Word
She Went Up to Heaven
Conscious Reality
Backroads
Music not for the masses
Happy to be here 
Time Befo...

Alternative - Alternative General

Picture for song 'dance on bones' by artist 'waterlaw'
dance on bones

waterlaw

just making music that plays in my head

Alternative - Goth 180 BPM No samples

Picture for song 'Marketed World' by artist 'Wave Roofer'
Marketed World

Wave Roofer

Retired roofer diggin' music.

Alternative - Alt Power Pop No samples

Picture for song 'LoFi-Funk' by artist 'No Mama II'
LoFi-Funk

No Mama II

Hobby Musican

Alternative - Alt Power Pop

Picture for song 'Everybody' by artist 'Lee Modlin'
Everybody

Lee Modlin

Rock and pop from a Christian worldview.

No band...just me writing songs.

Alternative - Alt Power Pop No samples

Picture for song 'Origins Of Haunted LoveLOSING MY MIND WITH YOUToxi' by artist 'BabyGirlEsaMay24'
Origins Of Haunted LoveLOSING MY MIND WITH YOUToxi

BabyGirlEsaMay24

Just A Regular Women Who Loves Music And Wants A Chance At Creating Her Own!

Alternative - Other Alternative

Picture for song 'Nordlichter sehen' by artist 'KkRA'
Nordlichter sehen

KkRA

Ich mache das so, dass man sich das anhören muss, um zu verstehen

Alternative - Pop Punk

Picture for song 'Western Instrumental' by artist 'Mountainmanfingerpicker'
Picture for song 'Klutzy Goofy Nincompoop' by artist 'Sunkid Boppermen aka Truth Proof Dood'
Klutzy Goofy Nincompoop

Sunkid Boppermen aka Truth Proof Dood

acoustic, rock, rock n' roll, blues, indie, folk, soul, trap, hip hop, rap, truth, truth music, edm, trip hop, dance music, bass music, future bass, banger, dar

acoustic, rock, rock n' roll, blues, indie, folk, soul, trap, hip hop, rap, truth, truth music, edm, trip hop, dance music, bass music, future bass, banger, dark, wordsmith, chill, lofi, storytelling, west coast, lofi, bass head, battle rap, rap battle, rap fame, battle me, wordsmith, diss track, banger, hip hop, rap, trap

Alternative - Experimental

Picture for song 'Desire' by artist 'KEYNETT'
Picture for song 'Reema king turn me on' by artist 'Reema king'
Picture for song 'Impossible Sunlight' by artist 'Steve Ison'
Impossible Sunlight

Steve Ison

The Beatles,The Kinks,T.Rex,David Bowie,The Who,Lou Reed,Love,Blondie,Simon and Garfunkel,The White Album,Love,Foxygen,Syd Barrett,Velvet Underground,The Beach

I'm a solo bedroom recording artist recording on cubase and love all creative song based music.Don't like to be limited by genre,but i'm probarbly acousticelectricpsychedeliclounge-folk-jazzin'pop/rock i guess if its gotta be narrowed down..
I live in a 24/7 fantasy music bubble in a flat in Birmingham UK and like going for long walks...

Alternative - Alternative General

Picture for song 'have it all' by artist 'waveman'
have it all

waveman

I'm playing guitars, keys and drums and making songs in the mood of the day.

after the band scene joined the home recording crowd. playing and arranging tracks in cubase. when a song needs vocals or an extra guitar I've invited jas tea, farrel jackson, ricky, larycraft, miz and maybe more to come, I'm not done yet.

Alternative - Alternative General

Picture for song 'So Alive' by artist 'Mau Zed'
So Alive

Mau Zed

Singer Songwriter

I'm a Singer Songwriter from Manila, Philippines.
In August 2019, I completed the 100 days 100 songs challenge and I shared my journey in Youtube.
Some of you may know me back in 2004-2009 when I was doing music full time. In New York, Toronto, London. Last year, I reignited my creative spark through the challenge and I just kept writing songs and mixing and sharing. This is me living the dream.

Alternative - Indie

Picture for song 'PAINT YOUR LOVE' by artist 'TRANSISTA GROOVE'
PAINT YOUR LOVE

TRANSISTA GROOVE

Transista Groove is a three piece local Canberra band, featuring Glenda Harvey on guitar and lead vocals, Szusza Ihasz on bass and David Twyman on drums.

Transista Groove is a three piece band featuring Glenda Harvey on guitar and lead vocals, Szusza Ihasz on bass and David Twyman on drums. They play an eclectic style of music fusing elements of rock, prog, jazz, blues, grunge and funk. There are two trans woman as members, writes Jenni Elomaa.
It would be difficult to find many people who d...

Alternative - Grunge No samples

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