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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.

Picture for song 'Kinky Afro' by artist 'KillerMiller'

Kinky Afro

'The Authorized Chronicles Of The Leftover Movement / Les Cròniques Autoritzades D'el Moviment Sobrant' - Acoustic covers (UKFM)

KillerMiller 
Vocalist / Acoustic & Electric Guitar/ Percussion / Sound Effects

Alternative - Brit Pop 118 BPM 4/4 No samples

Picture for song 'The Whole Story remaster Wav.' by artist 'Vermin and the Beachrat'

The Whole Story remaster Wav.

Vermin and the Beachrat

Vermin & the Beachrat is a singer/songwriter named Joe Lamore from Sudbury, MA.

Hi,
  Thank You for taking an interest in Vermin & the Beachrat, my name is Joe Lamore and I'm from Sudbury, MA. My main interest are music, sports, family, and friends.

Alternative - Alternative General 121 BPM

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

"TECHNO" EXPERIMENTAL TYPE BEAT

'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 'Farewell (feat. Solaria AI)' by artist 'UmaMu'

Farewell (feat. Solaria AI)

Uwi macht Musik, weil ihm die neue Normalität zu langweilig ist ;)  Uwi makes music because the new normal is too boring for him ;)

I am an original Berlin veteran with heart and soul. I have lived in Austria since 2007. During the Covid19 lockdown I discovered composing my own music as a hobby.

Alternative - Goth 120 BPM 4/4 No samples

Picture for song 'NEED SOME LYRICS' by artist 'Johnny Fubar'

NEED SOME LYRICS

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...

Alternative - Other Alternative 120 BPM 4/4 No samples

Picture for song 'mountain' by artist 'nekola'

mountain

It's only begining.  Nicolas sur le rythme.

Hi! I'm a beatmaker from Russia. I make high-quality beats mainly from live instruments. I write in styles: Old School, Hip-Hop, New School, Trap, and the like. Sometimes I try something new. I hope you will find something suitable for your taste on my page. Good luck!

Alternative - Alternative General 120 BPM 4/4 No samples

Picture for song '[$100 EXCLUSIVE] MNZR x NVSCVR x PLUG "GRAPE"' by artist 'Anthony Beats'

[$100 EXCLUSIVE] MNZR x NVSCVR x PLUG "GRAPE"

[$100 EXCLUSIVE]  Hi!! Soy Anthony Beats  Espero les guste mi contenido

Alternative - Alternative General 120 BPM 4/4 No samples

Picture for song 'high love drumless (YE rap beat)' by artist 'Porkpine'

high love drumless (YE rap beat)

beatmaker from Madrid to the world

I specalice in hip hop beats of all kinds, the stranger the sample or the sound the better :)

Alternative - Experimental 120 BPM No samples

Picture for song 'The Taming Power Of The Small' by artist 'Overseri'

The Taming Power Of The Small

Alternative - Alternative General 125 BPM 4/4 No samples

Picture for song 'Gypsy Love (Tribal/DUB)' by artist 'SeanRox'

Gypsy Love (Tribal/DUB)

Alternative - Avant Rock 120 BPM 3/4 No samples

Picture for song 'Leave a message' by artist 'Mr Anthony A'

Leave a message

Music is a loving hobby to me, part of my free time will be dedicated to music creation. Hope you like my tunes.

Alternative - Alternative General 120 BPM

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

Bite - dark rock shoegaze alternative beat

Prod By VXAQ

Alternative - Alternative General 125 BPM 4/4 No samples

Picture for song 'Whatcha Lookin At' by artist 'Alien Parade Beats'

Whatcha Lookin At

Alien Parade Beats

Multi genre music producer

Multi genre music producer making beats you can rap to, sing to, put in film/tv/games, or just jam to.

Alternative - Indie 118 BPM 4/4 No samples

Picture for song 'Get Dirty Baby' by artist 'Tano D Sanchez'

Get Dirty Baby

I creat & sing reggaeton, edm, house & pop  songs & live in Brazil. A Spyda Music Production

I create & sing  uplifting reggaeton,  edm, house & pop songs with positive vibes
I joined the fantastic team at Spyda Music Productions in the UK Summer 2023
I hope you like what you hear, any comments & feedback would be great
Thanks, Tano

Alternative - Alt Power Pop 123 BPM 4/4 No samples

Picture for song '"Pzando"' by artist 'Cliprecordingstudio beats'

"Pzando"

Cliprecordingstudio beats

cliprecordingstudio beats

Pop,Rock,punk,grunge custom - real instruments

Alternative - Alternative General 120 BPM No samples

Picture for song 'The deserted city' by artist 'allbestok'

The deserted city

PayPal.Me/allbestokmusic

Alternative - Alternative General 120 BPM 4/4 No samples

Picture for song 'Bear Witness' by artist 'Dwcin9 Rin4'

Bear Witness

Punk metal with soul.

Alternative - Experimental 120 BPM

Picture for song 'CARAVAN SAXO BEAT' by artist 'Sploks'

CARAVAN SAXO BEAT

Passion for music, sound quality

Alternative - Alt Power Pop 120 BPM 4/4 No samples

Picture for song 'NOVEMBER' by artist 'Slezy Treys'

NOVEMBER

Alternative - Indie 115 BPM No samples

Completely

All over the board

Alternative - Alternative General 120 BPM No samples

indie

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GTO - Feel Around

Pop Rock