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Rock Music Charts

Discover the Best Rock Music from Indie and Emerging Artists

Welcome to SoundClick's Rock Music Charts - your destination for authentic, independent rock music updated daily. Here you can stream fresh tracks and support emerging artists across every corner of the rock spectrum. Whether you're craving thunderous hard rock riffs, the timeless energy of classic rock, or the intricate arrangements of progressive rock, you'll find it all right here.

Our charts spotlight diverse rock music styles - from the DIY grit of garage rock and rebellious punk to the atmospheric moods of goth rock and psychedelic rock. Fans can also explore folk rock storytelling, southern rock soul, and surf rock sunshine vibes. With unplugged rock, instrumental showcases, and even bold cover songs, the SoundClick rock community celebrates the full spectrum of guitar-driven sound.

At SoundClick, rock music is more than a genre - it's a living, global movement. Our daily charts help listeners discover new voices, support independent talent, and enjoy free streaming with select downloads available. Start exploring today and connect with the next wave of powerful rock music.

Explore Rock Music Sub-genres

  • Christian Rock - Faith-based rock music with inspirational lyrics and powerful guitar-driven worship
  • Classic Rock - Timeless rock music with legendary guitar solos and iconic songwriting traditions
  • Cover Songs - Rock renditions of classic hits with fresh interpretations and creative arrangements
  • Folk Rock - Acoustic-influenced rock music blending storytelling with electric guitar power
  • Garage Rock - Raw, unpolished rock music with DIY spirit and gritty guitar tones
  • Goth Rock - Dark atmospheric rock music with haunting melodies and moody guitar textures
  • Hard Rock - Heavy guitar-driven rock music with powerful vocals and thunderous rhythm sections
  • Instrumental Rock - Guitar-focused rock music showcasing technical prowess and melodic compositions
  • Progressive Rock - Complex rock music with intricate arrangements and experimental song structures
  • Psychedelic Rock - Mind-bending rock music with trippy effects and consciousness-expanding soundscapes
  • Punk - Fast, aggressive rock music with rebellious attitude and stripped-down energy
  • Riffs and Licks - Guitar-centric rock music featuring killer riffs and memorable melodic phrases
  • Rock En Español - Spanish-language rock music with Latin influences and passionate performances
  • Rock General - Essential rock music spanning all styles and eras of rock history
  • Rock n Roll - Vintage rock and roll with timeless spirit and guitar-driven energy
  • Rock Unplugged - Acoustic rock music with intimate performances and stripped-down arrangements
  • Southern Rock - American rock music with country influences and soulful guitar-driven storytelling
  • Surf Rock - Beach-inspired rock music with reverb-drenched guitars and sunny California vibes

Rock Music FAQ

What are the most popular rock music sub-genres?

Rock music spans a wide variety of styles. Some of the most popular sub-genres include Classic Rock, Alternative Rock, Indie Rock, Punk Rock, Hard Rock, and Metal. Each brings its own energy, from timeless guitar riffs to experimental sounds that push the boundaries of music.

Where can I listen to free rock music online?

You can stream free rock music directly on SoundClick. Our charts are updated daily, featuring both new releases from independent artists and classic rock-inspired tracks. Many artists also allow free downloads so you can build your own rock collection.

How do independent rock artists promote their music?

Independent rock artists promote their songs by sharing them on streaming platforms like SoundClick, engaging fans on social media, touring, and building a loyal audience through direct fan support. Many artists also release exclusive content and merchandise to connect with listeners.

Why is rock music still so influential?

Rock music has shaped modern culture for decades, influencing fashion, social movements, and even technology. Its raw energy, storytelling, and iconic live performances continue to inspire new generations of musicians and fans worldwide.

Picture for song 'Get Yourself Unplugged' by artist 'Cosmos II'
Get Yourself Unplugged

Cosmos II

A mainly one-person band featuring strong vocals and guitar back-up, playing a variety of songs in a rock, folk, and pop blend. The songs range from science ner

Cosmos II is the pseudonym of Alan Marscher, a professor of astronomy at Boston University. Usually, he performs alone on guitar and vocals.
The songs are all originals composed and copyrighted by Marscher. Some are 'science nerd' songs that Cosmos II performs to science students at B.U. The majority, though, are just general songs a...

Rock - Garage Rock

Picture for song 'Strength (Original)' by artist 'johnjohn808'
Strength (Original)

johnjohn808

Im the guitar player for Hawaiis own groovecore band PITCREW.
Im here to share my solo ideas and other stuff.

Rock - Psychedelic Rock

Picture for song 'Time Has Come (Rock Version)' by artist 'David James'
Time Has Come (Rock Version)

David James

Songwriter.

David James is a songwriter who has unpublished, copyrighted songs that he is actively 'pitching' to music publishers and established singers. 
David is a retired Navy Veteran, and resides in Chesapeake, Virginia.
David's song Heaven Help Both of Us is a duet, and a collaboration between David and SoundClick's own Ronald Silverlight. 
David's song, It's My Life, is a collaboration between David and SoundClick's own DeAnn Sanders from Hammond, Indiana.
In May, 2005 David's song...

Rock - Rock General

Picture for song 'Every Duck' by artist 'SnatchBack'
Every Duck

SnatchBack

Sheffield based punk rock three piece

Based in Sheffield in the UK.

Rock - Punk

Picture for song 'Sultans Of Swing 2025' by artist 'Dave Dunklee'
Sultans Of Swing 2025

Dave Dunklee

Expect classic rock, acoustic and electric guitars, harmonica, bass, percussion and keyboard. Some tunes have a blues influence, but I've ripped the strings off

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The above address has my bio, some pictures, and a few original tunes, too. Please visit !
I am available for live performance and will answer all e-mails.
 
All instrumen...

Rock - Classic Rock

Picture for song 'Lazy Days (Chill Surf Rock Type Beat)' by artist 'Loagz Beatz'
Lazy Days (Chill Surf Rock Type Beat)

Loagz Beatz

Florida Music Producer - Sony Music Pub, Roc Nation, Empire, Trash Gang, Bay Eight Studios, Various TV / Media Sync & 700+ Indie Artists

Loagz Beatz is a Miami based music producer known for crafting genre-blending instrumentals across Rap, R&B, Hip Hop, Reggae, Pop, and Alternative Rock. His work has landed with heavy hitters such as Sony Music Publishing, Roc Nation, Empire, Trash Gang, Bay Eight Studios, and top sync platforms.
His artist collabs include Burgos, RAZEGOD, BLUPILL, CHXPO, N...

Rock - Surf Rock 143 BPM 4/4 No samples

Picture for song 'So Into You' by artist 'Bob Both'
So Into You

Bob Both

Bob Both is a producer, engineer, singer/guitarist who writes, produces and plays songs in several styles including Funk, Rock, Blues, psychedelic and more.

Bob Both is a producer, engineer, singer/guitarist who writes, produces and plays songs in several styles including Funk, Rock, Blues, psychedelic and more. He was James Brown's engineer in the 1970's and owns Twain Recording Studios in NJ. 
  Bob made his first record 'Christian Woman' at age 17, released on his own Twain Records Septem...

Rock - Rock General

Picture for song 'On a Promise and a Kiss' by artist 'Letha Allen'
On a Promise and a Kiss

Letha Allen

A seasoned singer/songwriter performing originals, bluegrass, country and rock with a blue gospel flavor.

My name is Letha. Music lover, singer, musician  and aspiring songwriter. Its been my dream to someday become a real songwriter. Cant stop dreaming can you? 
Thanks for stopping in

Rock - Southern Rock

Picture for song 'Fortunate Son - 1970' by artist 'The Rainvilles'
Fortunate Son - 1970

The Rainvilles

-             Morris & Dot
In the late 1950's a new duo appeared on the country music scene known as THE RAINVILLES, playing for dances, doing stage shows and working on radio. They shared many a stage with well known performers from both Canada and the U.S. They also broke into TV in Sudbury, Ontario where they performed for the next four years.
Moving to the Niagara Falls area in 1964, Morris studied and received his music teaching degree. While he was in the process, he and Dot continued to...

Rock - Cover Songs

Picture for song 'I know you're gonna Vote for Me' by artist 'Frank Fungus'
I know you're gonna Vote for Me

Frank Fungus

They threw him in the high school biology pond, but he came out rockin' and espousin' a new political philosophy: Frank Fungus!

The Honorable Frank Fungus is a politician--and a competent musician. When not working on public office acquisition, Frank plays music mostly in the lead guitar position.

Rock - Classic Rock

Picture for song 'Pocket Sunshine' by artist 'Soul Kitchen (Ctown)'
Picture for song 'Misuse May Result in Injury or Fire' by artist 'Whistling Moon Travelers'
Misuse May Result in Injury or Fire

Whistling Moon Travelers

Drunken ramblings in the style of folk, rock, folk rock, bluegrass, browngrass, country, and noise.

WMT is a concept created on July 4th,  probably about 1999, inspired by beer and a pack of bottle rockets.  
Here is what happens when you mix musical instruments, crude recording equipment, non-musicians, and copious amounts of alcohol.

Rock - Rock n Roll

Picture for song 'You Are Faithful' by artist 'Highest Praise Productions'
You Are Faithful

Highest Praise Productions

praise, worship, modern worship, christian music, instrumental worship music, piano

Welcome to Highest Praise Productions - Modern Worship Music - listen to our MP3 music, and find free lyrics, chord charts, CD's, and more at www.highestpraise.com!

Rock - Christian Rock

Picture for song 'North Hawk 1987 - Forever' by artist 'Josef Scheller'
North Hawk 1987 - Forever

Josef Scheller

NO to Rascism!   -   Stay positive   -   NO to Facism!

All Simplicity & Soul Food songs are also available via the main music streaming services, e.g. Apple Music, Spotify or Youtube Music.

Rock - Rock General No samples

Picture for song 'Live In Love' by artist 'Serious-Music (Germany)'
Live In Love

Serious-Music (Germany)

Serious-Music means: Dark and deep songs from the real life.

Since 30 years I am composing songs in different genres. I am a keyboarder. My music is 'A Matter Of Feeling'.

Rock - Rock General 4/4 No samples

Picture for song 'Pumkin Head' by artist 'Swampman And The Machine'
Pumkin Head

Swampman And The Machine

Keeping The Blues Alive

Like the name states I am a one man show just me on guitar and some drum machines for backing track ;)

Rock - Hard Rock

Picture for song 'Serene Sirlene' by artist 'Tony Cunha'
Serene Sirlene

Tony Cunha

Write about dark, and about hope. Always about being authenticate and yet positive. Try to be organic how I write .  Influenced by the artists of the past.

My name is Tony Cunha, songwriter, producer, arranger, producer, recording engineer, guitarist, bassist and piano songwriter, producer and arranger. Been involved in music at an early age. Released 6 albums and 1 single working on a new album.

Rock - Classic Rock

Picture for song 'Oh Woman Oh Why' by artist 'Major Snagg'
Oh Woman Oh Why

Major Snagg

Pop/Rock, Psychedelic, Ambient, Rhythm & Blues and beyond.

Major Snagg is the invented name of the 'band' that perform all my own musical creations. (songs and instrumentals). I play guitars, bass, rudimentary keyboards, harmonica, and sing. Melody has always been important to me... lyrics and guitar solos have to say or communicate something. 
I create musical worlds that I hope that you dear listener, will also want to explore and live in for a few moments...or longer if you feel that way

Rock - Hard Rock

Picture for song 'Ruby' by artist 'JACKS ATTACK'
Picture for song 'Illusion - DEMO' by artist 'AAkhorh'
Illusion - DEMO

AAkhorh

I'm just a musician, composer, interpreter and producer!  English y Español.

I'm sharing with you the beats and music that I created but decide to not use on my personal projects, yet!
A.Akhorh can be found on Spotify, Youtube and all platforms, if you would like to check my own projects and support them, then go ahead! I would really appreciate it (L)
Tambien hablo español.

Rock - Hard Rock 154 BPM 4/4 No samples

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