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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Rusty Indie rock with a strong grunge influence from the nineties. Driving and punchy drums, joined by chuggy bass and nasty indie guitars. Instrumental, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Garage rock track featuring rock band and upright piano. Great for fun action scenes and uplifting commercials, boys night out etc. Instrumental, Rock, Classic Rock
Energetic and positive Rock track featuring overdrive guitars, screaming solos, solid bass and powerful drums. Great for sports and motivational videos. Instrumental, Rock, Classic Rock
An uplifting royalty free alternative rock with catchy guitars, pumping bass, stylish drums and synths. Best for promos, ads, movies, Instrumental, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
A strong, confident alternative rock track with crunchy funky guitars, fat bass and groovy drums. Perfect for games, workouts, road trips or action trailers, Instrumental, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
A powerful, bouncy stomping rock track with catchy guitar riffs, fat synth bass, claps and cool drums, best for sports clips, action games or promos, Instrumental, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Solo piano intro gives way to big chorus hook with catchy lead guitar melody. The song energy goes up and down throughout and finishes at stadium size big. In the style of Oasis, Blur, The Stone Roses, The Verve. Instrumental, Indie Rock, Britpop
Funky, filtered electric guitar intro. Fun, wobbly synth melodies over a danceable beat. Super catchy and fun. In the style of Walk The Moon, Panic at the Disco, Saint Motel, The Mowglis, OK GO. Instrumental, Indie Rock, Indie Pop
Happy, strumming acoustic guitars are the hero in this track. Driving, fun rhythm all the way through. Piano melody, synth melody and electric guitar melody trade off. In the style of The mowglis, Walk the moon, fun, jukebox the ghost, saint motel. Instrumental, Indie Rock, Indie Pop
Fun piano and guitar pop to bob your head to. Memorable guitar lick melody. Light oohs and ahhs during the chorus. Melancholy piano breakdown. In the style of Cold War kids, the fray, fun, jukebox the ghost, foster the people, jellyfish, styx. Instrumental, Indie Rock, Indie Pop
Powerful High Energy Kinetic Sax & Guitar Driven Rock Song with Excellent Rhythm Section Parts and Playful Fun Lyric about the Alphabet Space Love & other Musings. Perfect for TV & Film with Action & Adventure, Quick Pace Movement, Sports, Competition and Wild Activity, Male Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Colorful Slow-Starting Ethereal Song into Romantic Groove, Brilliant & Hooky Saxophone Line and Great Guitar & Guitar Solo. Lyrics Refer to Chance Taking in Marriage Romance & Fear of Commitment in Relationship, Ocean, River, Nature. Great for TV Film Involving Marriage & Apprehension of Commitment, Male Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Guitar Driven Mid-Tempo Rock Song with Strong Guitar Solo Sax and Lyric Regarding Life's Pitfalls Uncertainties Unexpected Bumps in Road and Need to Understand that Shit Happens to Elevate Oneself. Perfect for Film TV Drama Comedy Tragic Coming to Terms Rebuilding Growth, Male Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt RockCaution: Explicit Lyrics
Acoustic, electric, guitar, bass, drums and modern elements make up this Indie Pop track. Great for daily routine, commercials, Movie, and Reality TV segments. Instrumental, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Happy indie rock vocal piece with catchy chorus for product launch radio tv spots in store play web videos and more. Fresh groove, up lyric, very positive.. Get It, Male Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Hard, energetic indie rock track with aggressive guitar riff, fat basses and strong beat with toms and claps, that brings confidence and power to this music. Best for workout / training, extreme sports, video games, action movies / trailers, commercials and visuals, Instrumental, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Inspiring, epic post rock track reminiscent of the drama Friday Night Lights. Starts with an emotionally charged vibe featuring beautiful, clean, delayed guitars; then builds into an uplifting, driving chorus at:48. Also has some great hits and breaks with lead guitar at 1:24. Inspired by bands, Instrumental, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Fuzzy, bouncy, cool & modern, this riffy alt-rock track has that elusive classic yet modern edge you want. Features sharp as nails electric guitar, riffy bass, lay-it-down drums & searing lead guitar. Captures the sound of the great classic rock & blues-rock bands to a tee, but with a cutting edge! Instrumental, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Determined, confident & driving, this fun-loving track has that elusive modern edge you need. Features sharp as nails electric guitar, 4 on the floor driving drums, and edgy synth. At 1:02 swampy slide guitar joins in the fun. The Black Keys White Stripes Jack White Raconteurs Arctic Monkeys Strokes, Instrumental, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Cool, grooving and fun, this feel-good track has that elusive classic yet modern edge we all love. Features bouncy electric guitar riffs, shuffle drums, Wurlitzer, and great lead guitar work. Captures the sound of The Black Keys and blues-rock bands to a tee! Check out the chorus at:46, hooky indeed, Instrumental, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Cool, grooving and fun, this feel-good track has that elusive classic yet modern edge we all love. Features bouncy, easygoing electric guitars, strumming acoustic and smooth lead guitar. Captures the sound of The Black Keys and blues-rock bands to a tee! Check out the chorus at:46, hooky indeed! Instrumental, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Cool, shifty blues-rock riff that has that elusive classic yet modern edge. Features a catchy electric guitar lick, dirty bass, syncopated drums, & subtle wah-wah lead guitar. Captures the sound of the great classic rock & blues-rock bands to a tee. Instrumental, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
The guitars are pumping & toes are tapping in this fun-loving, energetic track that combines indie electric guitars, mandolin, vocal aahs (no vox mixes too) and driving bass & drums. Really infectious high energy “life in motion” groove, making it perfect for young lifestyle applications. Instrumental, Indie Rock, Indie Pop
Cool, shifty blues-rock riff that has that elusive classic yet modern edge. Features a catchy electric guitar lick, dirty bass, syncopated drums, & subtle wah-wah lead guitar. Captures the sound of the great classic rock & blues-rock bands to a tee. Check out the breakdown at 1:07, tasty! Instrumental, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Up tempo funky bluesy rock track about a man running from his truth who just cannot settle or be tied down but in general is happy to just keep moving along. Good for commercials aimed at men, beer, cars, aftershave. Would also be good for action packed scenes such as car chases or running sequences, Male Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Rebellious, tough and driving like a freight train, this track features dirty bass, nasty guitars and a catchy lead guitar hook. In the style of The Black Keys Electric 6 Dirtbombs Yeah Yeah Yeahs Interpol The Libertines Mos Def Gary Clark Jr Allen Stone Pecos Texas outlaw Southern JJ Cale, Instrumental, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Energetic, bouncy and pleading, this alt-rock track has a fun, upbeat youthful feel. Perfect for street urban lifestyle and hip young lifestyle commercials. Instrumental, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Rebellious, tough and driving like a freight train, this track features dirty bass, nasty guitars and a catchy lead guitar hook. In the style of BRMC The Black Keys Electric 6 Dirtbombs Yeah Yeah Yeahs Interpol The Libertines Mos Def Gary Clark Jr Allen Stone Pecos Texas outlaw Southern JJ Cale, Instrumental, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Rough and ready rock with deep lyric. ... Contemporary in style and production. This slamming modern track in no way hedges its bets or plays it safe. Edgy with a story to tell. Give it a home in a production that matters. Male Vocals, Rock, Modern Rock
Trippy indie rock vocal piece with catchy chorus for product launch radio tv spots in store play web videos and more. Fresh groove, deep lyric, ultra cool guitar.. Get It, Male Vocals, Pop, Garage Pop
his ego keeps getting in the way of them remaining friends after their relationship ended sassy angst angry spirited confrontational driving rocking thumping pounding rhythmic loud uptempo edgy fast rock song great for internet radio romantic break-up movie and television featured and background vox, Female Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
A strong, energetic alternative rock song aimed at the contemporary youth market but with wider appeal and potential uses in targeted advertising, film, tv and media projects, Male Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
A strong, energetic alternative rock song aimed at the contemporary youth market but with wider appeal and potential uses in targeted advertising, film, tv and media projects, Male Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
A strong, energetic alternative rock song aimed at the contemporary youth market but with wider appeal and potential uses in targeted advertising, film, tv and media projects, Male Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
A strong, energetic alternative rock song aimed at the contemporary youth market but with wider appeal and potential uses in targeted advertising, film, tv and media projects, Male Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
A strong, energetic alternative rock song aimed at the contemporary youth market but with wider appeal and potential uses in targeted advertising, film, tv and media projects, Male Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
A strong, energetic alternative rock song aimed at the contemporary youth market but with wider appeal and potential uses in targeted advertising, film, tv and media projects, Male Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
A strong, energetic alternative rock song aimed at the contemporary youth market but with wider appeal and potential uses in targeted advertising, film, tv and media projects, Male Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt RockCaution: Mature Lyrics
A strong, energetic alternative rock song aimed at the contemporary youth market but with wider appeal and potential uses in targeted advertising, film, tv and media projects, Male Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
A strong, energetic alternative rock song aimed at the contemporary youth market but with wider appeal and potential uses in targeted advertising, film, tv and media projects, Male Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
A strong, energetic alternative rock song aimed at the contemporary youth market but with wider appeal and potential uses in targeted advertising, film, tv and media projects, Male Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
A strong, energetic alternative rock song aimed at the contemporary youth market but with wider appeal and potential uses in targeted advertising, film, tv and media projects, Male Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Like an alternative rock time capsule from the '90s, this indie rocker channels the searing vocals of Alanis Morissette and the fuzz guitars of Smashing Pumpkins and the Offspring. Bonus: acoustic guitars, fretless bass, and real drums recorded in a pro studio. Lyrics explore the trap of alcoholism. Female Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Written for the post-9/11 world, this indie rock anthem features soaring female vocals, driving guitars, and real drums recorded in a professional studio. The lyrics call on everyone to set aside political and religious differences in order to make the world a safer place for dreams, joy, and love. Female Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
This driving, haunting pop-rock song features the passionate, powerful vocals of Idrise coupled with the innovative guitar textures of Komie. After the love of his life leaves him, the song's rejected romantic visits Paris and retraces the steps he had once taken with his lost love. Male Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Passionate female vocals soar over top this driving alt-rocker that features overdriven guitars and real drums recorded in a professional studio. Lyrics explore the joy and anguish of self-discovery within the confines of a nurturing relationship. Song closes with an over-the-top guitar solo. Female Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
This folk-rock mashup features daring female vocals, a memorable acoustic guitar hook, phat fretless bass, and huge John Bonham-style drums recorded in a pro studio. Lyrics tell the story of an old mill town, the annual carnival, and a traditional way of life that is fast disappearing. Female Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
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