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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.

Picture for song 'The Salt and the Ice' by artist 'Ward C Locke'

The Salt and the Ice

Alternative - Indie 68 BPM 4/4 No samples

Picture for song 'Ambiatta' by artist 'Gary Paul Bryant'

Ambiatta

Gary Paul Bryant

Original human-powered music!

An award-winning musician, songwriter, and composer, Gary has written and performed a wide variety of multimedia including video, radio, podcasts, television, and web projects.
Gary has produced several albums including Wildlife, Big World, and Imaginary Piano.  Since the mid-90s, his songs have been streamed by Spotify, iTunes, and Amazon millions of times.  Over nine- thousand YouTube videos have used his music. He's been nominated twice for Hollywood Music in...

Alternative - Alternative General 70 BPM 4/4 No samples

Picture for song 'I know i know' by artist 'Antoh Mansueto'

I know i know

Antoh Mansueto is an italian visual artist and songs composer. www.antoh.eu

Antoh Mansueto's. Here you are. Music and art.www.antoh.eu

Alternative - Indie 66 BPM No samples

Picture for song 'Sorry the Day Redux' by artist 'joe solo'

Sorry the Day Redux

light hearted lyrical sarcasm and original music inspired by a lifetime of accompanying a boatload of excellent musicians.

With the exception of Mango Chutneyed, everything posted here results from home recording in which alll the tunes posted are original compositions of mine, with performances on the various tracks also by me.

Alternative - Indie 66 BPM 4/4 No samples

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

house down (horror scary evil slow)

i have many style of music for you

Alternative - Goth 70 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

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