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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An upbeat, aggressive guitar driven alternative-rock track with a powerful rock solid groove. With raw, in-your-face distorted guitars, crisp popping drum loops, keys and electric bass incased in a angst ridden 90’s vibe that’s great for any media project showcasing dynamic, energizing images. Instrumental, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Moody Indie Rock song ala Radiohead. Starts out with acoustic guitars/bongos and then builds with BIG electric guitars, moog synthesizer and passionate male vocals. VERY DYNAMIC. Lyrics are about losing ones innocence. Great for dramatic/romantic scenes, scenes involving thought or contemplation etc, 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
Driven by a clean gtr riff over a tapesstry of acoustic and electric guitars, energetic drums and a pulsating bass, complete with a doble guitar solo. Instrumental, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Spacious Rock track with a dance beat. Acoustic and Electric Guitars as well as futuristic, bright and airy Ebow work, Instrumental, 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 great groove and power chords underpin this energized modern rock song. Cool lyrics, big chorus and a sound all it's own. Perfect for indie films videos corporate branding product launch commercial advert and In Store Play, Male Vocals, Rock, Modern Rock
A powerful motivational modern rock track influenced by U2, Coldplay, and The Fray. Beginning as an uplifting piano melody which grows into a full band. Features strong guitars and melodic piano interludes and builds throughout. Great for a project needing energetic and compelling inspiration. Instrumental, Corporate, Corporate Rock Guitar
Beautifully produced, an amazing, uplifting Pop male vocal track with a great groove and an upbeat, positive feel. It comes on like a summer breeze. Great for In-Store background music in clubs, bars, lounges, malls, chain stores -- or TV, Romcoms, Adverts, etc. Not for the Life of Me -- Yeah... Male Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
A full sounding and easy going melodic pop-rock track with a heartfelt and passionate feel. Interweaving guitars, drums, bass and an organ make a warm, full sound. Great for many applications. Instrumental, 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
(JUNE 2020) Baby's Been Gone by Cary Kanno nails its place in our Editors' Choice for June 2020. This particular number is about a breakup and a man who still loves his ex despite how badly she treats him. It also features smooth male vocals and teen-spirit energy that anyone would want to dance to. It's a terrific song for a coming-of-age TV/film production. The mix of hip vocals with chilled but upbeat instruments creates an indie teen vibe, which many will be able to relate to.a quirky song about a breakup and a person who loves his former girlfriend in spite of the fact that she treats him badly. Uptempo Pop flavoring, male vocals, with a touch of 1970's, 1980's rock in the vein of Simple Minds, the Cars, Blondie, etc. Male Vocals, Indie Rock, College 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
Not caring about your surrounding, and living life as if you were naked and weightless Sounds like Radiohead, Portishead, INXS, U2. Male Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt RockCaution: Mature Lyrics
Sweet and powerful Female Vocals with light Acoustic Guitars and Tambourines. Sounds like Sarah McLaughlan, Kelly Clarkson, Melissa Etheridge. Female Vocals, Indie Rock, Indie Rock
Modern, indie rock song in the style of The Black Keys meets Lenny Kravitz. Hard pounding drums with funky distorted guitar rhythms and a universal engaging lyric. Works perfectly in todays hipster ads and TV series. Male 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
Dark brooding bass opens this emotional track about how people treat each other, featuring themes of bullying, feeling different, loneliness and alienation. Reminscent of Nine Inch Nails, Tea Party, The cure, Depeche Mode and New Wave. Heavy Guitars, bass, drums and vocal FX in an electronic groove, Male Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
A driving, powerful instrumental track that settles into an atmospheric, moody, and thoughtful middle section. Big thematic sounds work well with scenes revolving around determination, industry, focus, production, and resolve. Great with advertising state of the art products and video game looping. Instrumental, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Fast, hard-driving, energetic inspirational punk rock song with a catchy hook. Great for sports highlight montage (Hockey, Skateboarding, Surfing) Similar artists: Nirvana, Offspring, Green Day, The Clash, The Ramones, Panic At The Disco! Weezer, Male Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Grasping at straws; Losing control; Drug addiciton; Rehabilitation For use when characters are losing a sense of self; Everything is going wrong; When the American Dream turns to Nightmare;, Male Vocals, 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
Hard rock song about the lure of a dangerous passion that becomes a harmful obsession. The lyrics have a powerful pull of repetitive lust for the catastrophic object-a lover, a drug, an obsession. The backdrop of electronica gives the song a menacing quality that foreshadows doom. Heavy and powerful, Female Vocals, 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
Pacey, energetic alternative rock track with melodic overlays lending an inspired, emotional quality. Attention grabbing, great for selling designer clothes, rom-com, luxury high society products which are all highly individualized, as is this cool track. Amplified, by Tobias James. Instrumental, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
A light, guitar-driven indie rock piece. A nostalgic yet lifting feel with echoing arpeggios. Light, airy and filled with cheerful thoughts, something to look forward to. TV/ Film, adventure sports, health/ organic products spots. Amplified, by Tobias James. Instrumental, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Funky groovy track with soft male vocals. Accompanying vocals are electric guitar, bass guitar, and drum set. Lyrics discuss "horny love" and "wanting to go, but having to stay." Soft male vocals give the song a sexy, sensual feeling. Could be used in moments of passion. Grunge Alternative. Male Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt RockCaution: Mature Lyrics
A greasy, groovy indie rock song in the style of The Black Keys. The drums are huge and the guitars are filthy, creating a cool, sleazy atmosphere. Want more cowbell? This song's got it. Would be perfect for beer commercials, bar scenes, college comedies, or anything requiring a grimey feel. Male Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
A big, bouncy, alternative rock song featuring an organ in the chorus. Lots of sing-along hooks and hands-in-the-air moments. Very energetic track with a raw, wild feel. Would be perfect for intense scenes (bank heist, brawl, fast getaway, etc.). A cross between Nirvana, The Pixies, and Oasis. Male Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
The cool thing about this track, besides the fact that it totally rocks, is it's got a lot of different sections to choose from. Featuring funky, crunchy guitars ala Led Zeppelin, it's great for party scenes, commercials, promos, and anything that needs a little taste of epic edgy rock. Instrumental, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
This ultra cool alternative rock track breathes with rhythm, pulsing and syncopation with the help of clever backwards acoustic and electric guitars, angular bass lines and lush pads. Soulful electric guitar melodies give the piece emotional build. Instrumental, Indie Rock Music, Alternative Rock, Instrumental, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
This track is hot, nasty and totally rocks! Swagger, strutting hard rock piece featuring blistering lead guitar, bouncy bass and drums. Perfect for sports, corporate, promos, reality TV. Instrumental, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Swampy, rebellious n raw, this southern blues rock track features grungy harmonica, biting lead guitar riffs dobro n acoustic guitars. In the style of Cage The Elephant Electric 6 Dirtbombs Yeah Yeah Yeahs Interpol The Libertines Mos Def Gary Clark Jr Allen Stone Pecos Texas outlaw Southern JJ Cal, Instrumental, Rock, Blues Rock
This edgy, hopping little party groove exudes a sultry, sexy, rebel vibe. Funky, crunchy guitars highlight this piece that's great for party scenes, commercials, promos, and anything that needs a little boost of fun filled attitude. Instrumental, 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
A funky dance rock song with lots of indie undertones. Franz Ferdinand meets The Animal Collective and they hit it off. The funkiest bassline this side of Bootsy Collins complements the jagged, spiky guitars. Bongos crash the party and refuse to leave. A good time is had by all! Party, party, party. Instrumental, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
A hooky, funked up dance rock song. Take a little James Brown, mix in some Outkast, and sprinkle in some Talking Heads to taste - and you've got yourself a funk stew goin' on. Cowbell, shakers, bongos, funky guitars, synths, handclaps - this thing is a party anthem. Resistance to the funk is futile. Instrumental, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
A heartfelt, passionate song about loving someone who doesn't have the courage to love you back. The composer's favorite song. Features cello, beautiful lyrics, hauting vocals and tom percussion. Possibly for use in dramatic televison or film scene. Sounds like Sara McLaughlan. Female Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt RockCaution: Explicit Lyrics
Medium Uptempo Modern Alt/Pop Rock w/modern and classic elements ala Foo Fighters, Weezer, Elvis Costello, The Beatles. Male lead voc. Cheeky vocal and lyrics about a thief on the run, and whether he'll be caught. 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
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