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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 'Leyton Orient Scored More Goals Than Any Other Fou' by artist 'Funky Lol Ross'
Leyton Orient Scored More Goals Than Any Other Fou

Funky Lol Ross

It's all about Leyton Orient.

'Funky' Lol Ross is probably not entirely healthy mentally, but that doesn't stop him coming up with an almost endless stream of songs about Leyton Orient.

Alternative - Alt Power Pop

Picture for song 'Without You' by artist 'Robert Creole Connection'
Without You

Robert Creole Connection

The Robert Creole Connection. My music covers a wealth of genres. Enjoy! Check out my spotify page where I'm adding some of my best tracks.

Alternative - Avant Rock

Picture for song 'And I Love Her' by artist 'Tony DeLecce'
And I Love Her

Tony DeLecce

Fans of  Beatles, Badfinger, Fogelberg, Moody Blues, Raspberries and other Retro Classic rock.

I am a fan of the Beatles, Fogelberg, Raspberries, Badfinger, Moody Blues, solo Beatles, Eagles.   Any music that has solid vocals, good harmonies and a hook!
  I also am developing a fascination with old jazz standards.  I am self taught on everything I play which explains my limitations. LOL!   Up until a few years ago I was all accoustic all the time and did very little recording on an old 4 tra...

Alternative - Cover Songs

Picture for song 'Sunny Day' by artist 'Bi Polar Bare'
Sunny Day

Bi Polar Bare

Time to make some noise with all my acquired toys!

Alternative - Alternative General

Picture for song 'Can You Hear My Song' by artist 'Cosmos II'
Can You Hear My Song

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...

Alternative - Indie

Picture for song 'On Again Off Again' by artist 'Glennbo'
On Again Off Again

Glennbo

Click stuff . . .      C'mon, what are you waiting for???

Alternative - Avant Rock

Picture for song 'Ballad in G' by artist 'Glenn Palmer Howard'
Ballad in G

Glenn Palmer Howard

Songwriter/Guitarist/Vocalist/Producer.I enjoy composing songs that communicate on several levels of the universal language we all speak.

Songwriter/Guitarist/Vocalist/Producer.
I enjoy composing songs that communicate on several levels of the universal language we all speak. My goal is to reach as many listeners as I can through the emotions of everyday life and the tireless hope that our dreams can and will come true.

Alternative - Emo

Picture for song 'the endz near demo 919' by artist 'Undweego'
the endz near demo 919

Undweego

ant n jadis

Alternative - Alternative General

Picture for song 'BUY THIS DISEASE' by artist 'JESUS OLDMAN'
BUY THIS DISEASE

JESUS OLDMAN

I am Jesus Oldman. For whatever reason, I have begun to consider my mortality. Therefore. I am leaving my life's work  to SoundClick.

CATS MAKE GREAT PIZZA. See Video.
Hi World. I Am JESUS OLDMAN.
Now considering my mortality, I am leaving my music, to SoundClick. 
Entrusting them to keep it alive, even after I am gone.
Any money it will make, will go to SoundClick, not to me.
Because I did it for Love, I did it for God. 
And I Trust SoundClick, to Keep This Alive For You All. -JO

Alternative - Brit Pop

Picture for song 'SLOW Down (Dance MIX)' by artist 'Not For The Mainstream'
SLOW Down (Dance MIX)

Not For The Mainstream

Experimental band creating mostly music ranging from pop, rock, funk, R&B, reggae and jazz.

Lyricist/Songwriter - and music aficionado.

Alternative - Experimental

Picture for song 'I AM LUCIFER' by artist 'ALEXIS PATRICK'
I AM LUCIFER

ALEXIS PATRICK

Composer, Singer, Songwriter, Musician. Her Guitars, Keyboard, Violin, Corona bass, and her own voice, singing natural harmony variants. Born in the U.S.A.

WELCOME TO THE SOUNDCLICK PAGE OF ALEXIS PATRICK ALSO LEXI, and LEKZEE PATRICK , FROM CORTLAND, OHIO...... THE SAME ARTIST AND PERSON. 
SHE IS A FEMALE SINGER, COMPOSER, SONGWRITER, AND MUSICIAN, BORN ON THE NORTH SIDE OF YOUNGSTOWN, OHIO, IN MAHONING COUNTY, IN THE U.S.A.. SHE STILL REFERS TO IT AS HER TOWN .
 SHE IS  A MEMBER OF BOOT H...

Alternative - Experimental No samples

Picture for song 'Feelings - Grandpa_Erik vocal' by artist 'GrandpaErik'
Feelings - Grandpa_Erik vocal

GrandpaErik

During the covid periode I have been experimented with garageband, backing tracks and exploring the deepest part of my voice.

Retired electro engineer and marketing economist - singing and playing music.
The online presentation started with my membership in the band The Bluesmates. The Bluesmates was founded in Drøbak, Norway, in the late 90s, three of the original members remained members until the end. The band greatest strength was the variety in their repertorie. They played tunes by Fle...

Alternative - Cover Songs

Picture for song 'When Love Was Still Brand New 2024 Alternative rem' by artist 'Jeff Kratzman - Songs'
When Love Was Still Brand New 2024 Alternative rem

Jeff Kratzman - Songs ,   Dave Rosky


Alternative - Alt Power Pop

Picture for song 'Brother Can You Hear Me (Baby G)' by artist 'The Spiral Surge'
Brother Can You Hear Me (Baby G)

The Spiral Surge

The Spiral Surge

Alternative - Brit Pop No samples

Picture for song 'Standing in the Rain...Looking for SomeBody' by artist 'Modern Folk'
Standing in the Rain...Looking for SomeBody

Modern Folk

Life stories

Alternative - Indie

Picture for song 'I feel just like a splinter' by artist 'Scars and Shadows'
I feel just like a splinter

Scars and Shadows

#Haunting, #Mysterious, #Unique and #Unusual, #2023NEW MUSIC

Draped under a cloudy mist 
Scraping the sky
That is where you will find me
In the silence singing under the moon

Alternative - Alternative General

Picture for song '90 Weird Seconds' by artist 'Art Bits'
90 Weird Seconds

Art Bits

Bass player

Alternative - Experimental

Picture for song 'world pretend' by artist 'missing furniture'
world pretend

missing furniture

pop rock

Alternative - Grunge

Picture for song 'Wallow' by artist 'Open Mic'
Wallow

Open Mic

Live acoustic  Open Mic

Ended in 2006
Welcome!  
   All the songs on this website are from performances at the Now & Zen Cafe.  We have had many great perfomers and will continue to.  If you are a performer from beginner to expert, stop by on our Open Mic Night. Come in and share your talent with the community.  We will only post your songs with your permission.
   If you are not a performer, be our guest at Now & Zen and support your local artists.  Everyone is welcome to listen and downl...

Alternative - Alternative General

Picture for song 'End of Story' by artist 'Waffle'
End of Story

Waffle

Hard driving, guitar oriented rock band from Oklahoma City.      'It's not just for breakfast anymore.'

Official Waffle Website:  https://www.facebook.com/waffle.syrup.568
Welcome to the 'Waffle' page at soundclick.com.  The band toured regionally for years playing venues all across the Southwest.  Waffle has shared the bill with several top national and regional acts including Kid Rock, Tonic, Seven Mary Three, Candlebox, Big Wreck, Econoline Crush, Stabbing Westward, Slobberbone, Mayfield

Alternative - Alternative General

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