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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.

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  • 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

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Picture for song 'Portal' by artist 'Hapatus'
Portal

Hapatus

Reach out and touch faith...

Alternative - Goth No samples

Picture for song 'Zip It Up' by artist 'DjDaddio'
Zip It Up

DjDaddio

New Songs out regularly......

Alternative - Ska

Picture for song 'DRIFTING AWAY INTO MY DREAMS' by artist 'poly'
DRIFTING AWAY INTO MY DREAMS

poly

Experimental music ranging from ambient to punk.  Cybernaut travelling the universe on frequencies of sound.  From the outside to the inside and then beyound.

Just sounds like a lot of noise 
to be honest 
but in the noise 
moments arise
that transports one away 
even if just for a brief moment ...
The present  broken toy
electronic fusion 
minimal 
beat driven

Alternative - Experimental

Picture for song 'Don't Piss Me off On the Table -Jason Liu' by artist 'Sheng Liu'
Don't Piss Me off On the Table -Jason Liu

Sheng Liu

I've been a lyricist for 15 years and make professional beats for 8 years.Btw,I got producing, mixing and mastering techniques.I can do some rap, too.

I had started to write lyrics on the 1st Sunday of my 18th birthday. First, I began to write pop lyrics for myself and my friends about 3 years. Then I switched genre to Pop and Hip-Hop fusion back in 2013. However, I expressed ideas through hiphop verse in 2014 because of Straight Outta Compton documentary on the release date or 2nd date.Makin...

Alternative - Indie

Picture for song 'Almost Home' by artist 'Seeking Planets In The Dust'
Almost Home

Seeking Planets In The Dust

Instrumental pieces hugely influenced by Caspian,  Tides From Nebula, Cocteau Twins, U2, Silent Running, The Cure, Dead Can Dance, Icehouse, Puressence

Thanks for listening.
David.

Alternative - Other Alternative

Picture for song 'Stardust' by artist 'Johanna Renfro'
Stardust

Johanna Renfro

Lyrical, miracle, musical mile, greatness never goes out of style

Jerusha Band was formed in San Bernardino, CA back in 1969 when Roger met John, & Keith met John, and after some members came and went, it was just the 3 of them left....they called the band 69th Sundown, Ceasar, then Jerusha, and finally, Jerusha Band.
John transitioned as Johanna, and has been the lead guitarist of the band from the beginning, along with Keith 'Buzzy' Wolk, Bass, the only 2 members who have played the whole

Alternative - Dance-Punk

Picture for song '2.03' by artist 'Spaceship Vicar'
2.03

Spaceship Vicar

Original songs from the mid to late 1970's.  My first adventures in songwriting and performing. Good times

It exists therefore it am. They came from inner space and left no turn unstoned. The journey began and nothing was ever the same again (or during). Are you ready to cruise with the Spaceship Vicar?

Alternative - Experimental

Picture for song 'didjatunel' by artist 'zenfully'
didjatunel

zenfully

making  music that influences the individuals mind to drift off into other realities not yet explored.

Alternative - Experimental

Picture for song 'Orally Obsessed (Tongue in Cheek)RMXXX 2019' by artist 'MIXTRESS DEMONATRIX'
Orally Obsessed (Tongue in Cheek)RMXXX 2019

MIXTRESS DEMONATRIX

MIXTRESS DEMONATRIX 
(Electro Erotic Industrial Horror Punk Fetish Metal SoundtrAX)

Alternative - Dance-Punk

Picture for song 'BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY' by artist 'LOWE ROCK'
BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY

LOWE ROCK

WE ARE A CLASSIC ROCK BAND TRIBUTE : QUEEN, THE SMITHS, THE KILLERS, CHEAP TRICK, DON HENLEY, DAVID BOWIE, A FLOCK OF SEAGULLS, INDOCHINE, BILLY IDOL, THE CULT,

WE ARE A PERUVIAN ROCK BAND.
WE LOVE CLASSIC ROCK,
WE START IN 2005,
WE ARE VERY GOOD FRIENDS,
WE ARE LOWE ROCK.

Alternative - Cover Songs

Picture for song 'Why do you kill me' by artist 'Myhre soundscore'
Why do you kill me

Myhre soundscore

Myhre soundscore filmmusic composed by Lasse Myhre  The man known as Lascii & Fruens vilje

After 10 years on the site all albums will be taken down
2005-2019

Alternative - Alternative General

Picture for song 'yes you do improved' by artist 'paul walsh'
yes you do improved

paul walsh

The band is me, Paul Walsh, with some collaborations with Ray Loughlin and Chris Slater

Hello I write songs about every day life, styles vary, but most involve acoustic/electric guitars, shakers, percussion, piano, soft synths and vocals.
Thanks for taking the trouble to read this, I hope you here something you like.

Alternative - Alternative General

Picture for song 'AltaWoman and Mr X' by artist 'Lee Shapiro'
AltaWoman and Mr X

Lee Shapiro

The music of Lee Shapiro, which consists of a variety of styles and genres.   I would appreciate if you 'liked' or commented on any of the songs you enjoy.

My favorite kinds of music is the kind that surprises you.  While I enjoy conventional type songs (verse, chorus, verse chorus, bridge, chorus), I prefer songs that take you on an adventure. This includes jam songs (Grateful Dead), and songs with many detours and lots of dynamics (Rickie Lee Jones, Dave Matthews).  Although most of my song...

Alternative - Indie

Picture for song 'Daily Dance' by artist 'Reverend Punk and the Real Dolls'
Picture for song 'Lost Lithium (South Duluth)' by artist 'acomplexkid'
Lost Lithium (South Duluth)

acomplexkid

Artist History: In the past. We are A Complex Kid and Phil Lynn Da'Blank. Instruments: '00  Fender DG-10CE, '81Electra, Casio CTK-611. I'm @ Da Cadillac Ranch.

A Complex Kid and Phil Lynn Da'Blank. Instruments: '00 Fender DG-10CE, '81Electra, Casio CTK-611. I'm @ Da Cadillac Ranch hanging with Phil Lynn Da' Blank, in 2011 Vette on RT 66 on 11/11/11 at 11:11 PM a Full Moon Showing. All compositions registered with the United States Copyright Office. All compositions are for sale or lease on an...

Alternative - Grunge No samples

Picture for song 'Back' by artist 'Fake Charmers'
Picture for song 'Now!!!! instrumental' by artist 'The Woodman'
Now!!!! instrumental

The Woodman

Guitarist musician songwriter producer of Pop Rock Country Latin Jazz and Blues.

I played lead guitar for 25 years or so,for various bands,starting out in the 60's.
semi retired now,my son Paul,aka Bassjones,has introduced me to computer recording and I just love it. I am having so much fun with it. Paul and I have colabrated on several tunes and hopefully will do more in the future.
I hope you enjoy listening to my music as much as I enjoy Playing it.
Thanks for checking out my page.

Alternative - Avant Rock

Picture for song 'Quiet Nights (Demo 2004)' by artist 'CrimsonDawn'
Quiet Nights (Demo 2004)

CrimsonDawn

After the breakup of the band 'The Free-Agents', bassist Fernando Gonzales formed a new line up with oldfriends: Julio Garay, Johnny Gonzalez Andy Sahagian

[Associated Press, August 2005]
Hi, my name is Fernando and I formed a band called Crimson Dawn. What we consist of is a line up of friends I've known for a long time and decided to continue where my previous band left off. The difference is that I am directing the band's musical identity and with the people I have chosen as bandmates I f...

Alternative - Alternative General

Picture for song 'Adrift' by artist 'Dream Into Reality'
Adrift

Dream Into Reality

A unique blend of jazz, neoclassicism, expressionism and Spirit.

When God gives you a gift you have two choices: Use it for your own glory or share it for His glory. The latter is better.

Alternative - Other Alternative

Picture for song 'VR-019-0000' by artist 'We Are The Om'
AD
Gunna Type Beat - "Drip"
$10 Trap 150 BPM No samples