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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 'Please Dont Keep it Alone' by artist 'meglodave'

Please Dont Keep it Alone

Bovine Audio At It's Best

My name is David Mallory. There are dozens of David Mallorys on the net so I go by the stage name Meglodave. This is a self deprecating name I gave myself over 25 years ago. I suffer from a form of erotomania. I have the mistaken belief that someone is in love with me and she gives me messages on the radio. I am aware of this but still Ive been unable to shake it. I know its faux pas, but as a method of coping, I have taken to making and listening to my own music usi...

Alternative - Indie 80 BPM 4/4 No samples

Picture for song 'Friends Dont Act Like This' by artist 'Shelanice'

Friends Dont Act Like This

Music Videos Here: www.youtube.com/@VolusiiRecords

I bring new hiphop, rnb, pop, and rap music to your ear to help you deal with those mixed emotions.

Alternative - Indie 78 BPM No samples

Picture for song 'Eva B' by artist 'CM Daniels'

Eva B

Been writing for Urgent Dispatch since the Cold War.  Doing some solo work now

gigged vocals for approx. 4 years in the 80's and 90's, keyboards for approx. 10 years in the noughties and teens and bass for a couple of years as well in the noughties. am now happy to stay in the studio and write both alone and with others.

Alternative - Other Alternative 82 BPM

Picture for song 'Fiesty (BUY 1 GET 4 FREE *UNLIMITED)' by artist 'JayWoodBeatz'

Fiesty (UNLIMITED)

BUY 1 GET 4 FREE (UNLIMITED LEASE) // Services: 'Custom beats' // Learn More: jaywoodsales@gmail.com

Alternative - Other Alternative 80 BPM No samples

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

The great escape

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 'Silver Twang' by artist 'Momche'

Silver Twang

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

Alternative - Experimental 82 BPM 4/4 No samples

ambient

Picture for song 'Other Places' by artist 'Ancitif'

Other Places

SC RIP! CHECK MY OTHER PLATFORMS -------- ALL LINKS: https://linktr.ee/ancitif

Alternative - Indie 78 BPM

Picture for song 'Through Brute Force' by artist 'SicTim'

Through Brute Force

Currently working on a horror project with influences including early industrial, dark ambient, and no wave music.

Play loud! LOUDER!!

Alternative - Experimental 80 BPM

Picture for song 'Nature Ambiant For Meditation' by artist 'Olha'

Nature Ambiant For Meditation

Alternative - Experimental 80 BPM

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