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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 'Our God is an Awesome God' by artist 'Rob Whitlow'
Our God is an Awesome God

Rob Whitlow

Rebel for Jesus. Musician. Pentecostal On Fire, Spirit-Filled Hard Rock Musician.

The new album 'Rebel's Hymn' out now features 11 tracks in the Christian hard rock genre. This is a natural progression from the earlier Rob Whitlow albums that featured more traditional CCM and worship genres. From the title track to hard-charging songs like 'Our God Is An Awesome God', if you love hard rock, you will love this album.

Rock - Hard Rock

Picture for song 'The Finishing Line' by artist 'Alexander Molodkov'
The Finishing Line

Alexander Molodkov

Alexandre from Toronto, Canada, is that rare songwriter whose composing inspiration and virtuoso guitar playing fuses his traditional rock-music heritage with j

Alexandre from Toronto, Canada, is that rare songwriter whose composing inspiration and virtuoso guitar playing fuses his traditional rock-music heritage with jazz and modern pop rhythms into a seamless stream of captivating sounds. Alexander creates his music right from his heart, and all of his songs come with 'super-catchy' melodie...

Rock - Hard Rock 4/4

Picture for song 'Trip Through The Stars' by artist 'mikecarrollart'
Trip Through The Stars

mikecarrollart

Licenses are licensor/licensee song licensing for public performance.

Rock - Hard Rock

Picture for song 'Laura (con assolo)' by artist 'Volvox Rock Band'
Laura (con assolo)

Volvox Rock Band

We are Volvox Rock Band.

Rock - Hard Rock No samples

Picture for song 'SENTENCED (Instrumental Hard Rock)' by artist 'DreamSphere'
SENTENCED (Instrumental Hard Rock)

DreamSphere

Melodic Instrumental Metal

DreamSphere is a two man studio only Metal band. We produce powerful, catchy, yet melodic and accessible, instrumental Heavy Metal and Hard Rock music. 
We record purely for pleasure, as a leisure activity, but are deeply serious about the music we create. Although some songs do have lyrics, we use multiple lead guitars to take the place of vocal melodies.

Rock - Hard Rock 4/4 No samples

Picture for song 'MOVE TO THE GROOVE (2025 Remix)' by artist 'Michael Hughes Project'
MOVE TO THE GROOVE (2025 Remix)

Michael Hughes Project

Michael A Hughes is a musician/songwriter who performed in the Boston Massachusetts-USA local rock scene in the mid/late 1980s to early 1990s.  From New England

Michael A Hughes is a musician/songwriter with his primary instruments being the bass guitar, guitar and keyboards.  With his unique way of developing, composing and arranging melodic rock songs signifies that he has something credible to offer the music industry.  Michael is writing and recording in his own ProTools based recording s...

Rock - Hard Rock

Picture for song 'queenofthedamnedsoundtracknewretsejvariousartists' by artist 'Eminem 2'
queenofthedamnedsoundtracknewretsejvariousartists

Eminem 2

EMINEM 2 Girl Eminem 9 age white girl blonde blue eyes soundclick standalonepage address at https://eminem2.soundclick.com/

Old GarageBand.com contest reviews the retsej won multiple track of the months track of the weeks and track of the year partial GarageBand official contest reviews below
finalwordsofthesongbymeghantrainor I do!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!funbeyondwordsandanamazingcaseifaroaringtwentiesrealrichmanfromthatgoldenageoftheclassyandrich
Write 2-3 short paragraphs about who you are and...

Rock - Goth Rock No samples

Picture for song 'OH YEAH!' by artist 'Johnny Fubar'
OH YEAH!

Johnny Fubar

Just a guitar hacker writing and recording original music in my home studio.  I have enough tools to be dangerous LOL.

Would love a real band to cover and make any of my songs their own.  I think some of the songs are good, better than I have the ability to do them justice.  If interested, reach out...

Rock - Instrumental Rock 110 BPM 4/4 No samples

Picture for song 'Where silence rules' by artist 'A.M.MOSSINE'
Where silence rules

A.M.MOSSINE

Church artist-restorer, christian. Designer. Engineer. Living in Prague for the past 25 years

Church artist-restorer, christian, founder, CEO. Musician, songwriter. Designer. Engineer. Mattress Enthusiast. Dream Weaver (of mattresses, not fairy tales).
If you're looking for something more in music than just 'a melody to match your mood,' then welcome.
About me:
Designer, programmer, analyst, artist, writer, poet, translator, restorer, musician, arranger. Enthusiastically experimenting with...

Rock - Hard Rock

Picture for song 'Baby Blue' by artist 'Gary Ramsey'
Baby Blue

Gary Ramsey


Rock - Hard Rock

Picture for song '3.Narrative' by artist 'STGMA'
3.Narrative

STGMA

STGMA does not use AI in the production of their music.

STGMA does not use AI for the production of their music.

Rock - Rock General

Picture for song 'Bitter Pill' by artist 'Crossfire Choir'
Bitter Pill

Crossfire Choir

As candidate for President of the Crossfire Choir/Jay Pounders Fan Club, I am pleased to provide to the masses the ability to hear their great music for free.

Crossfire Choir is a band that began in South Florida in the 80s with Jay Pounders, Eddie Freeze, Brad Peet, and Dennis Ambrose. The band moved up north, settling in New Jersey, and became part of the New York City CBGB scene as well as one of the most popular bands in New Brunswick.  The band found themselves amidst a label bidding war...

Rock - Hard Rock

Picture for song 'Legacy' by artist 'RIAR'
Legacy

RIAR

I am just the Grumpy Ole Headbanger keeping some promises to one day bring RIAR back to life. Even if only for nostalgia.

RIAR was a very real band, started in 1994 in Benton City Wa. 
The Original line up was;
Vocals - James Gottula
Lead Guitar - Jeremy Malone (The Grumpy Ole Headbanger)
Rhythm Guitar - Levi Gear
Bass - Jeff Peyton
Drums - Michelle Peyton
The line up changed a few times over the years, but the songs remained. 
As RIAR has since disbanded, it still remains a wonderful...

Rock - Hard Rock

Picture for song 'General of the Ring (Entrance Theme)' by artist 'Cinematic Sounds'
General of the Ring (Entrance Theme)

Cinematic Sounds

Motion Picture Music from Cinematic Sounds (Dolby Atmos or 5.1 for premium experience) Custom Requests Accepted.

Cinematic Sounds Presents:

Rock - Instrumental Rock

Picture for song 'Luna's Requiem' by artist 'The Luna Wives'
Luna's Requiem

The Luna Wives

We are a folk metal/symphonic rock band

We are a folk metal/symphonic rock band
Albums
Once Upon A Yule (2024)
Fate's Calling (2025)

Rock - Hard Rock

Picture for song 'MUSIC HAS DIED '67 'remastered'' by artist 'sleeyo'
MUSIC HAS DIED '67 'remastered'

sleeyo

WORLD FUNK R'N'B HARD ROCK MUSIC ARTIST    ...ACTIVE SINCE 1990 - SLEEYO    SLEE-FUNK PRODUCTIONS ''NO PROFIT ARTIST''

''ACTIVE SINCE 1990'' SLEEYO
 ''SLEE-FUNK PRODUCTIONS''
https://open.spotify.com/intl-it/artist/3LlNzw4y0nPUGECq2f4CV4

Rock - Hard Rock

Picture for song 'Vibrato in the Sand' by artist 'Lyric Beast Orphanage'
Vibrato in the Sand

Lyric Beast Orphanage

We are international musicians and lyricists brought together with a love of antifascism and antizionism.

International band, Ska Hip Hop Pop influences, 
Vocalist/ Guitarist: Raji Qasidi, native Palestinian
Drums: 'Rin Rin' Thiapa, our queen from Nepal
Lyricist: Chi Blur, USA
Keyboardist: Batu Batbayar,  Boojin of Darkhan, Mongolia
Bass: Besnik Gashi - one of two Albanian brothers 
Trumpet:  Arjan Gashi - second of two Albanian brothers

Rock - Surf Rock

Picture for song 'Saint yaaa - it always twist my mind' by artist 'Saint yaaa'
Saint yaaa - it always twist my mind

Saint yaaa

My Real name is pravda.  I wont accept a name that was giving to me by a slave driver.

Asian and white christian. I like to throw partys, I like to dance, I like comedy,romance,fun,adventure. True story! Yaaaaaa.

Rock - Goth Rock

Picture for song 'Warhead' by artist 'Michael H Solo'
Warhead

Michael H Solo

michael, think, free, huspek, thomas, solo, music, heart, soul, jimi, hendrix, bob dylan

Rock - Hard Rock

Picture for song 'Fast Gun' by artist 'LAST DAYZ'
Fast Gun

LAST DAYZ

Last dayz is a Heavy Metal band out of Leesburg Georgia! Be sure to check out our music and leave a comment

LAST DAYZ is a 3 piece Heavy Metal band out of Leesburg Georgia! (Somewhere in the south)! Be sure to take a few minutes and check out our music! Leave comments or email us! Request to be a friend of LAST DAYZ!

Rock - Hard Rock

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