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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.
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  • 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
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Picture for song 'Rain' by artist 'ETHIC (ROCK)'
Rain

ETHIC (ROCK)

Ethic is a hard rockin quartet from central CT. their set list is made up of 90% original rock, and a few classic rock covers.

eth' ik)
1. The discipline dealing with what is good and bad and with moral duty and obligation. 
2. A set of moral principles or values. 
3. A Connecticut based hard rocking quartet that defies any exact genre, or classification, as well as defying all those who said that it couldn't work due to differences in musical backgrounds within the band. Yet five years an...

Alternative - Alternative General

Picture for song 'Slave' by artist 'Neviah'
Slave

Neviah

punk rock, melodic, dark harmonies, orange county, los angeles,

NEVIAH is a rock band from southern California. Fronted by Adrian Saylor on vocals/ Guitar, Bo Wilfong on bass, and Derek Coryell on drums. Neviah's music is raw, new, and easily taken into the soul. Songs of truth played with conviction in the belief that there is hope in this confusing world. Melodic, edgy, punk influenced rock, and dark harmonies provide a unique live performance.

Alternative - Pop Punk

Picture for song 'Casablanca' by artist 'Kitto'
Casablanca

Kitto

Her guitar playing explodes with complex rhythmic textures, subtle nuances and dramatic dynamics. Her vocals command the attention of your soul, bending every emotion humanly possible without breaking the law. However, these serve only as a frame for the prized portrait, her lyrics. 
Stories that must be told about personal triumphs, traps and wisdom forged from the road less travelled.Poetry that resonates deep in life with her unique guitar style punctuating, underlying and begging us to get

Alternative - Grunge

Picture for song 'To Hell with Me' by artist 'Sturdiband'
To Hell with Me

Sturdiband

group of friends

Here are some songs a few friends and I have recorded.  We hope you enjoy what you hear.  Leave us a message and let us know what you think.
If your in the area and would like to record some stuff drop me a line and lets hook up.

Alternative - Other Alternative

Picture for song 'Things We Say' by artist 'Ugly Friend'
Things We Say

Ugly Friend

Ugly Friend is a rock and roll trio based out of  NYC. Their music is a mixture of power chords accompanied with melodic rhythms with a punk edge. The bands inf

Ugly Friend is a rock and roll trio based out of  NYC. Their music is a mixture of power chords accompanied with melodic rhythms with a punk edge. The bands influences range from the legendary Replacements to G.G. Allin. The band features singer/guitarist Mikey O', Flip on bass, and Goose on drums.

Alternative - Pop Punk

Picture for song 'the baker acrobat' by artist 'the park bench rant'
the baker acrobat

the park bench rant

rock and roll.

this is the park bench rant, listen, enjoy and pass it on to your friends 3

Alternative - Indie

Picture for song 'Hypocrite' by artist 'Cave-Dwellers'
Hypocrite

Cave-Dwellers

a 5 piece skunk rock band from the heart of deepest Wales,UK

jason 'jax' hawker-vocals
gareth kirk-guitar
ben roberts-guitar/vocals
alan allen-bass
greg fisher-drums/vocals

Alternative - Alternative General

Picture for song 'Night Owls' by artist 'Daniel Shinall'
Night Owls

Daniel Shinall

Daniel Shinall is an aspiring musician from Savannah, Georgia. The young, singer/songwriter takes influences from the likes of Bright Eyes, Leonard Cohen, and Bob Dylan.

Alternative - Indie

Picture for song 'Monarchs' by artist 'The Last Broadcast'
Monarchs

The Last Broadcast

Alternative/Indie Rock

The Last Broadcast writes songs; which is quite a feat being that these days most bands either try to copy their influences of the month or write songs with their t-shirt sales in mind.    to purchase online and/or for other merch. to book The Last Broadcast in your town.

Alternative - Indie

Picture for song 'Zombies Versus Pirates' by artist 'Momsex'
Zombies Versus Pirates

Momsex

Vaguely folkish alterna-punk (the Gods of)

Please enjoy our delicate and sensible music, but don't forget to give us all your street cred.

Alternative - Avant Rock

Picture for song 'Exit 27' by artist 'One Cent Stamp'
Exit 27

One Cent Stamp

Utah's mightiest combo!  Rooted in punk rock, but featuring touches of rock, metal, post-punk, and anything else we feel like playing!

Hey, we're based in Utah.  Rooted in punk pock, but featuring all the various influences our members bring to the table.  We've been playing together for about 4 years now.

Alternative - Alternative General

Picture for song 'Ring Finger Let Me Down' by artist 'Never a Dull Moment'
Ring Finger Let Me Down

Never a Dull Moment

Kicky emo/punk/rock for your listening pleasure

Buy the Brand New NADM EP here 
http://www.interpunk.com/item.cfm?Item=57322&
Never A Dull Moment Is-
Brandon Wozny- Guitar/Vocals
Tom McCauley- Guitar
Keith Goodman- Drums
Jim Hubbard- Bass/Vocals

Alternative - Pop Punk

Picture for song 'Surprised' by artist 'Lieutenant Fuzz'
Surprised

Lieutenant Fuzz

Our band is 24x72 feet and 29 lbs.  It is blue with brown diagonal stripes.  It's extremely soft, and smells like a spring morning.

We are Lieutenant Fuzz.  We are better than you.

Alternative - Alternative General

Picture for song 'End of Story' by artist 'Waffle'
End of Story

Waffle

Hard driving, guitar oriented rock band from Oklahoma City.      'It's not just for breakfast anymore.'

Official Waffle Website:  https://www.facebook.com/waffle.syrup.568
Welcome to the 'Waffle' page at soundclick.com.  The band toured regionally for years playing venues all across the Southwest.  Waffle has shared the bill with several top national and regional acts including Kid Rock, Tonic, Seven Mary Three, Candlebox, Big Wreck, Econoline Crush, Stabbing Westward, Slobberbone, Mayfield

Alternative - Alternative General

Picture for song 'PHAZE SHIFTER GLAMOUROUS' by artist '216xxxsurreykain'
PHAZE SHIFTER GLAMOUROUS

216xxxsurreykain


Alternative - Experimental

Picture for song '3)Orion Theta..,- CRN - k1e6-CRNO- ARK8): tonal g' by artist 'Thornspoke'
3)Orion Theta..,- CRN - k1e6-CRNO- ARK8): tonal g

Thornspoke

A unique sound, blending elements of progressive rock and psychedelic jam, resulting in a unique fusion

Thornspoke has crafted a distinctive sound rooted in the musical spirit of the Hudson Valley, blending elements of progressive rock and psychedelic jam, resulting in a unique fusion of styles.

Alternative - Avant Rock

Picture for song 'Dark Angels' by artist 'Shadows And Echoes'
Dark Angels

Shadows And Echoes

We provide high quality music for film and tv.

We provide high quality music for film and tv.

Alternative - Alternative General No samples

Picture for song 'Only You -- Soft Electro' by artist 'hMBmusic'
Only You -- Soft Electro

hMBmusic

Just loving music... :)

Producer from Germany, making music since I'm 14. Mainly doing Hip Hop and EDM Beats but am also interested in all kinds of music!

Alternative - Alternative General 60 BPM 4/4 No samples

Picture for song 'Live, laugh, and toster bath 39' by artist 'Marcel Ray Duriez'
Live, laugh, and toster bath 39

Marcel Ray Duriez

(https://duriez19.wixsite.com/marcelrayduriez)

The most studio albums released digitally is (2424) by Marcel Ray Duriez of Northern Cambria Pennsylvania, United States, who has 6600 songs as a solo artist musician all songs for the record were recorded in one year, (each album has 5 songs in it of 30 minutes, 6600 is divided by 5) the total being 2424 albums. The self-titled album is named Duriez AKA longest digital album AKA most songs on a digital album. The full album has been playing in f...

Alternative - Avant Rock

Picture for song 'she wonders why i don't trust nobody' by artist 'SadBoyTrey'
she wonders why i don't trust nobody

SadBoyTrey

NEW MUSIC COMING OUT NOVEMBER Pain Never Ends.

Im prod.kato also known as SadBoyTrey, Im 17, I make sad rap and I started making music 3-4 years ago
My inspiration is Lil Happy Lil Sad, Sadboyprolific, Lil Peep and DempseyRollBoy, aswell as wifiskeleton, keepsecrets and jaydes, they are amazing artists and i make music for everyone to enjoy whether your sleeping, relaxing etc, I hit 20 thousand+ plays on soundcloud and i am going to continue to make music for those who need it.
NEW MERCH: h...

Alternative - Indie

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