The term alternative music (also often known as alternative rock) was coined in the early 1980s to describe bands which didn't fit into the mainstream genres of the time. Bands dubbed "alternative" could be most any style not typically heard on the radio; however, most alternative bands were unified by their collective debt to punk. Important bands of the '80s alternative movement included R.E.M., Sonic Youth, The Smiths, Pixies, Hüsker Dü, The Cure, and countless others. Artists largely were confined to indie record labels, building an extensive underground music scene based around college radio, fanzines, touring, and word-of-mouth. Although these groups never generated spectacular album s ...
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Instrumental acoustic indie pop/rock ala The Shins, The Faces, The Fratellis, Elliot Smith. Happy, playful mood - some whistling too. Perfect for film/tv cues. Instrumental, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
A bold and upfront indie rock track. Edgy guitars with driving drums and bass create a tight sounding groove with a real drive and also a slightly funky breakdown. Raw and youthful, this track is great for projects looking for that cool edge and appeal. Instrumental, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Guitar oriented rock instrumental with plenty of energy happening. Fat crunchy guitars with punch. Great for any high energy, adventure, action, dramatic scene where a little kick/punch is needed in Film/TV/Commercial. Instrumental, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Fun and cocky indie-rock. Youth party / reckless behavior / acting out. Care free, with feelgood factor. Good for youthful fun, sports, extreme sports, motorsports, rocked-out parties and more, Instrumental, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Warm and appealing soft-rock. Melodic, with severel layers of guitars. Great for commercials, youth drama and any visual on-screen media. Instrumental, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
A building ballad about the horrors of war from a soldier's perspective, with a "Band of Brothers" feel. Modern production & styling. Poignant, soulful song about saying goodby to life and going into the unknown. Dramatic music for refugees, homeless, encampments, wartorn countries, protests, etc. Male Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Hip garage rocktune. Live bandrecording! Heavy guitars, pounding drums and a great male rockvoice make this alternative mix sound like The White Stripes. Great for fashion commercials tv and movie scenes. Used by Wrangler and MTV, Male Vocals, Rock Music, Modern Rock, Instrumental, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Lush, experimental indie pop with smooth-as-pudding female vocals, a rolling groove, and The Edge-like guitars. Bells, synthesized strings, even a breathing track round out this sophisticated piece reminiscent of U2, Kate Bush, Suzanne Vega. Cryptic lyrics hint at the Iraq War and Hurricane Katrina. Female Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Inspiring pop rock piece starts with hypnotic guitar arpeggios, and is propelled forward by muted guitar and drums, building slowly. At 48sec it launches into an uplifting chorus in the style of Coldplay, with a memorable piano melody. Great for about overcoming adversity, inspiring stories etc. Instrumental, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Song about high school problems and teenage rebellion. Manic percussion and creepy Vocals. Sounds like Korn, Marilyn Manson, Pantera. Perfect for Vampire Soirees and Gothic Get-Togethers. Male Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Raw testosterone runs wild in this ominous alternative rock track featuring edgy guitars, slamming drums and thumping bass. Feel the danger! Great for chase, action and escape scenes. Lots of different sections to choose from, check out 1:04 & 1:55. Blistering lead guitar cadenza at the end. Instrumental, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Upbeat rock song with an almost punk feel about being strung along by a love interest. It is about being on the receiving end with all the feelings built up of hopelessness, and knowing it would be best to move on. Similar sound to Billy Idol. Good for romantic breakup and dark humor. Male Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
An high energy track with elements of Brit Rock, Alternative Rock, Indie Rock and a hint of Punk, Youthful, happy, a little bit wild / reckless, Uplifting and energizing,, Instrumental, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
An ode to Pete Townshend, this lush indie rock song begins softly, with The Edge-like echo guitar. Segues to a quirky, gritty middle section. Then closes out triumphantly. Winsome female vocals span a wide lyrical terrain, from anger to alcoholism, before giving way to a refrain sung in Latin. Female Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Hot sexy rocking guitar instrumental in the style of the Black Keys. Guitar riffs and synthesizer themes. Fast drums with steady beat. Suitable for film and television: action adventure, fashion show, travel, corporate, extreme sports, party, rock and roll scenes. Instrumental, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Hooky, modern sounding song about the hipster bar scene in downtown L. A. featuring evocative synthesizer programming, crisp guitars and sweet harmonies. Would be great for bar scenes, night clubs, parties, college hook-ups, getting older, superficial people, poverty versus wealth. Male Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt RockCaution: Mature Lyrics
This dreamy-yet-driving indie pop song features bewitching female vocals and layers of delicious instrumentation. Sounds like Suzanne Vega, Sarah McLachlan, and The Cardigans. Lyrics about falling deeply in love. Perfect for romance, love scenes, and intimate encounters. Female Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Indie/Alternative Rock Track. Melodic Electric and acoustic guitars, drums and bass. Siamese Dream era Smashing Pumpkins grungy style uplifting feelgood alternative rock. Lyrically the song is about being stuck in dead end job and wanting to break free from a mundane groundhog day life. Male Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt RockCaution: Explicit Lyrics
The perfect cross between The Pixies and The Beastie Boys. A groovy alt-rock song with a hip hop beat and hints of EDM throughout. Plenty of hooks, including a catchy synth bassline, quirky organ, an arpeggiator, and jagged, fuzzy guitars. Perfect for upbeat scenes. Instrumental, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Pop/Rock track in the style of Edward Sharp, American Idol. Heavy and acoustic guitars boy meets girl and catchy melody make this song perfect for commercial use. Website, media, games, corporate, trailers, motivational scenes, background music, club cafe, extreme sports, Indie Rock, vibes, cool.. Instrumental, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Perfect for summer, this track has a dreamy and sexy mellowness to it. With great vocals and guitar, this indie song is the perfect intro for any film or tv. Daylight, stay with us and let the beach party never stop. Male Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
An emo rock ballad. Sentimental and uplifting, with a build up that tells a story. Suitable for triumph against adversity, achievements, romance, etc, Instrumental, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
A lonely, mid-tempo rock song, sparse bass and guitar join a syncopated, skeletal drum track, then build to fiery choruses. A song about going home, growing up, changes and feeling different. Works great for teen movies, dramas. Scenes of thoughtful girls, leaving home, flying the nest from parents, Mixed Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Dreamy, obscenely melodic song with reverbed-out guitars, male vocals, breathy female harmonies and a cool record scratch sample. Think Flaming Lips and Wilco. Perfect for spacey, drugged out movie scenes, alternative love scenes. Male Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
A fast, frantic indie rock song recalling the early days of post-punk. It's weird, it's wired, and it's dead cool. Madchester breakbeat drums, wirey guitars, snappy bass, and various percussion propel the song forward. Would be perfect for high-energy scenes, action sports, getaways, etc. Male Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt RockCaution: Mature Lyrics
Modern alt rock ala Nirvana meets Incubus in a left of center tale of being thwarted and confined; indie guitar rock, male lead voc. Male Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Intense and fast Alternative rock instrumental with electronic elements. Energetic distorted guitars, bouncy bass and intense drums with an electric slide in the chorus. Perfect soundtrack for action, sports, transitions and espionage. Instrumental, Rock, Pop Rock
A heavy, dark military type drum groove rounds out this track's end. Great modern rock song featuring heavy guitars and an emotional male rock vocal performance regarding the life need to be free. Perfect for any production needing that contemporary angst ridden, hard driving, guitar based sound! Male Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Haunting, ethereal indie pop song featuring sensual female vocals, The Edge-like guitar, brooding piano, and several ghostly loops and effects. Reminiscent of Kate Bush, Tori Amos, Garbage. Lyrics explore the limits of modern technology. Suitable for drama, thrillers, high-tech, sci-fi, horror. Female Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
A take-no-prisoners indie rock song borrowing liberally from the English bands of the 80's, then throwing in a little R. E. M. for good measure. The drums are loud and the guitars are dirty and raw. Suitable for any upbeat or uptempo scenes requiring a loud soundtrack with plenty of energy. Instrumental, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Punk, metal, serious heavy rock riff groove, angry, distorted electric guitars driven by breakbeat groove fusion. Gritty fun bar lounge club, 20-somethings, teens tweens having fun. Frat party, rave, urban loud repetitive, hip and aggressive. Instrumental, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Uplifting motivational and building melodic song. Driving drums and bass, searing solos and guitar arpeggios, emotive synths, ear candy. Perfect for dramatic/motivational scenes, TV commercials, corporate video, internet, and all media. Instrumental, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
A bouncy alternative rock song with a swinging beat and big ending. Great for running under a segment, as a stinger, or for anything requiring a hard rock track that's still upbeat and danceable. Instrumental, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
A fun, loud, take-no-prisoners indie rock song with shouted vocals, a clap-along chorus, and plenty of hooks. Perfectly suited to party scenes, collegiate comedy capers, or summertime fun. The mood is happy, aggressive, and frantic. The perfect song for high-energy scenes. Male Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
A catchy alternative rock song with strong punk influences. Starts off with a powerful guitar hook right away, guaranteed to catch the listeners' ears. Loud drums and passionate male vocals with a socially conscious message. Male Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Bouncy and powerful, this is a very hip indie rock track. Uptempo and climactic, sounds like The Strokes or Arctic Monkeys. Big brash choruses with distorted synth amps up the intensity. Perfect for action, sports, chase, indie, hipster, or bar scene usage. Instrumental, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
An upbeat indie rock track with lots of layered guitars, prominent drums and driving bass. Raw and edgy, this track has hints of the sound of 'Bloc Party' and could be suitable for projects looking for a youthful feel, Instrumental, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Abrasive alternative rock with a punk touch, a crossover between "Nirvana" and "The Sex Pistols". Perfect for "Looser" or "Depressive" mood soundtracks. Male Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Piano leads the way through this "Pink Floyd" style of rock ballad instrumental. A melody that will cling to your memory this peice allows for multiple apps - soundscape to trailers. Emotions run high with a melody somewhat melancholy in nature dream-like pretty with a sad dark side, Instrumental, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Slow acoustic tune with bellowing Male Vocals and a pickup into distorted power-chord Guitar riff. Sounds like Radiohead, Black Sabbath, U2, AC,DC, Toadies. Male Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Medium-slow melodic alt/pop rock w/modern & classic influences ala Wallflowers, Nickelback, Everclear, Elvis Costello, The Rolling Stones; male lead voc. Lyrics about hatred and contempt for an evil person. Male Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt RockCaution: Explicit Lyrics
Fun, upbeat tune driven by percussive acoustic guitar, shakers and tambourine that features rapid fire but melodic male and female vocals. Would work great for road trips scenes, redemption and moving on. Mixed Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Grungy, straightforward Alternative Rock tune with driving Guitars and Male Vocals. Sounds like Grateful Dead, Dave Mathews. Male Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Confident indie-rock strut. Good, powerful drive, with drums, bass and multiple electric guitars. Neo-punk / Alternative / Indie rock style with a solid, careless, reckless feel. Good for sports, extreme sports and motorsports, dirt and grit, youthful rebellion and more, Instrumental, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
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