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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.

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
  • High-quality MP3 downloads
  • Direct support for independent alternative musicians
  • Regularly updated alternative charts with trending tracks
  • A community that connects fans with alternative artists worldwide
Picture for song 'Grimoire (Hard Dark Goth Type Beat)' by artist 'Loagz Beatz'
Grimoire (Hard Dark Goth 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...

Alternative - Goth 166 BPM 4/4 No samples

Picture for song 'Head over Heels' by artist 'Blue Toms Projects'
Head over Heels

Blue Toms Projects

Playing blues and rock as well as we can.

Hi there. I'm playing guitar since the middle of 2002. Since the end of 2005 I'm playing with other people via  and  and also collaborate at the .
But also doing my own tunes

Alternative - Alt Power Pop No samples

Picture for song 'Let Your Kingdom Come (feat Harry Clarke UK)' by artist 'Gloria May Byron'
Let Your Kingdom Come (feat Harry Clarke UK)

Gloria May Byron

New Release Divine Treasure Extended Edition! -Creatures Of Wild Wonders Duet & 'LIsten'  -W/Bonus, 'Special Arabic Duet Edition'. Song Videos on Vevo & Tidal!

*Congratulations from Global Recognition Awards*
https://globalrecognitionawards.org/winners/2025/gloria-may-byron-recognized-with-a-2025-global-recognition-award/
Gloria May Byron has been recognized with a 2025 Global Recognition Award for her exceptional achievements in leadership and artistic accomplishment that transcend traditi...

Alternative - Alt Power Pop No samples

Picture for song 'Eklektika' by artist 'Evan Paul'
Eklektika

Evan Paul

Evan Paul is a very unique artist. His music is totally original, multi-genre, mostly acoustic,  new age, easy listening, uplifting and spiritual.

I'm a Canadian songwriter musician and have  recently released my first CD, 'Spirits in the Sky'. It's an instrumental, classical guitar album with sweeteners such as flute and strings. After decades of performing in various bands and as solo, I have finally settled on recording and writing, and only playing live ocasionally. Result, is a sweet, ea...

Alternative - Alternative General 4/4 No samples

Picture for song 'Ride in the Country (89 recording, remastered 2022' by artist 'The Editors of Life'
Ride in the Country (89 recording, remastered 2022

The Editors of Life

An amalgam of anything that passes thru one ear and out the other -- see our Interview page for details.

In our music, you'll hopefully find everything -- rock, orchestral, trip-hop, spacey/ambient, whatever -- most times all in one tune!! Mwah-ha-ha....  We follow no labels, guidelines, trends -- we write what we feel at any given moment; industrial one moment, folk the next.  You might hear smatterings of Floyd/Waters/Gilmour, a touch of Mike Nesmith, some Metheny, maybe even some Vangelis

Alternative - Alternative General 100 BPM 4/4 No samples

Picture for song 'K.U.' by artist 'Gary Skopick's Redshift'
K.U.

Gary Skopick's Redshift

Solid Rock, Metal, Progressive, Jazz, Alternative,Blues, Fusion, World, Funk, and Classical original Instrumentals Played with guitar virtuosity.

Band/artist history
Guitarist,  has remained the one constant with  over the years. Based out of the western suburbs of Chicago, the band has taken many turns in band members over the past 30 years. Drummer Dave Goode kept in touch with Gary after they met while Dave was touring as Frank Marino's drummer. This summer Dave and Gary have been collabo...

Alternative - Avant Rock No samples

Picture for song 'Bonfire in Watercolor' by artist 'Everything Falls Under'
Bonfire in Watercolor

Everything Falls Under

Take a look: acoustic guitar, alternative, classical, film music, experimental, metal, and rock, playing all instruments and writing all compositions himself.

'Mention must be made to the diversity that this artist stretches himself across. Take a look: acoustic guitar, alternative, classical, film music, experimental, metal, and rock, playing all instruments and writing all compositions himself.' -Jenny S (excerpt)
'Complex and odd are good adjectives for his work, but then so are involving...

Alternative - Alternative General 126 BPM 3/4 No samples

Picture for song 'Death' by artist 'Tony William'
Death

Tony William

Retired Musician and Magician. Happy Christmas 2025 and Happy New Year 2026. First joined Soundclick 2006!

About? I think the music I record here describes 'about'. Living somewhere quiet in England near to lakes, hills, cycleways. We are a fit and healthy retired couple with a lifetime of experience in entertainment, both Musical and Magical. Don't be mistaken about pieces like 'Death'! It's just my weird sense of humour.

Alternative - Goth No samples

Picture for song 'Lost At Sea.' by artist 'Troubleshooter'
Lost At Sea.

Troubleshooter

I am a singer/songwriter who writes about about a broad ranges of topics. I am self taught guitarist as well .

I have been writing songs since i was 18 . At the start I just wrote punk songs but developed my own style on guitar playing which is quite innovative and eclectic all mixed in. I write in quite a poetic and ambiguous way, but this is not deliberate and not all the time. Most of the time i write on a whim when i get an idea. I have composed over 100 songs all dealing with many aspect...

Alternative - Post Punk 4/4 No samples

Picture for song 'Close Your Eyes (2025)' by artist 'Major Snagg'
Close Your Eyes (2025)

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

Alternative - Alt Power Pop 130 BPM 4/4 No samples

Picture for song 'I Can See You' by artist 'Jason Bibee'
I Can See You

Jason Bibee

My name is Jason Bibee. I'm a self taught musician who sings,plays guitar and piano. I produce my own material as well.

My name is Jason Bibee and I'm managing a restaurant while also doing the recording thing, finding a little talent here and there that inspires me to improve, and preparing for the transition into music production. I'm only willing to do this if I can do it as an independent and this is the time to do that 
I'm into heavy acoustic, standard acoustic, blues, alternative, roc...

Alternative - Indie 6/8 No samples

Picture for song 'Touch Me (Jungle Dub Fusion)' by artist 'CosmoSonic'
Touch Me (Jungle Dub Fusion)

CosmoSonic

I'm Boris Fitoš, a music producer from Serbia working with state-of-the-art AI tools (custom-made and trained) for music creation.

Future-focused creator blending prompt engineering, no-code dev, and AI music production to deliver fast, reliable, and innovative digital experiences.

Alternative - Experimental No samples

Picture for song 'THE WORLD TURNED TO STONED - DRUMNJON DRUMNSTINE' by artist 'Drumnjon'
THE WORLD TURNED TO STONED - DRUMNJON DRUMNSTINE

Drumnjon

DRUMNJON : Rhythm - A Focused Creative Force From The HEAD and HEART

Many Characters of JOHN FEISTHAMEL 
DRUMNJON : Drums, Percussion
DRUMNSTINE : Drums, Percussion
BONGOJON : Percussion
JAYEM KEZS : Synths
IAM BEIS  : Bass

Alternative - Experimental No samples

Picture for song 'Bite - dark rock shoegaze alternative beat' by artist 'VXAQ'
Bite - dark rock shoegaze alternative beat

VXAQ

Prod By VXAQ

Alternative - Alternative General 125 BPM 4/4 No samples

Picture for song 'Voyager - 2' by artist 'RAY GARCIA'
Voyager - 2

RAY GARCIA

Hi, Sorry if I bend your ear in the wrong way but I've never taken any  music lessons of any kind. I pick the interments I hear in my Dreams, By Ear.

Actually I played all the instruments on 11 songs on my page list.  And after that I had various artists help me play on the rest of my songs. So for now the band's name will be 'SHADOWS IN THE MIRROR'

Alternative - Emo No samples

Picture for song 'stick' by artist 'skeeter'
stick

skeeter

Original music/lyrics from a place I try to go as often as possible

I am a peaceful man

Alternative - Experimental 90 BPM 4/4 No samples

Picture for song 'shoreline' by artist 'KicKRaTT'
shoreline

KicKRaTT

Generate Electronic Music

Guitarist - Synthesist - Computer Musician. Generating Electronic Music, midi instrument & song tracks produced with structured algorithms in pure data (pd). Structuring algorithms that generate genre identifiable music, artificial humanistic performances & synthetic datasets for LLM training to make midi score predictions. Analog, Modular & Digital synthesizers, drum tones & effects are all there in the sound. For in-depth song breakdowns, KicKRaTT activity and more...

Alternative - Experimental No samples

Picture for song '"TECHNO" EXPERIMENTAL TYPE BEAT' by artist 'EL PENTAGRAMA'
"TECHNO" EXPERIMENTAL TYPE BEAT

EL PENTAGRAMA

'Haz que se den cuenta.'

Sello independiente especializado en management, beats, portadas, flyers y visuales, producción y distribución musical.

Alternative - Experimental 124 BPM No samples

Picture for song 'BOLID - Mac Miller x Tyler The Creator Type Beat' by artist 'nolyrics music group'
BOLID - Mac Miller x Tyler The Creator Type Beat

nolyrics music group

nolyrics. is a Diamond Certified Polish Music Production Group. Founded in Poland by Norbert Grzegorczyk. Google: nolyrics. for more beats!

Alternative - Indie 144 BPM 4/4 No samples

Picture for song '"RADIOACTIVE" RAW PHONK X MEMPHIS TYPE BEAT' by artist 'Z3M1R11P'
"RADIOACTIVE" RAW PHONK X MEMPHIS TYPE BEAT

Z3M1R11P

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Alternative - Experimental 133 BPM No samples

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