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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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
A big, bouncy alternative rock song featuring an organ in the chorus. Lots of pounding adrenaline and hands-in-the-air moments. Very energetic track with a raw, wild feel. Would be perfect for intense scenes (sports, action, getaway scenes, etc.). A cross between Nirvana, Oasis, and The Black Keys. Instrumental, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
A groovy, hip song with a rolling breakbeat and jagged, overdriven guitars. A great combination of the Madchester scene with American alternative rock circa 1992. The lovechild of The Pixies and The Stone Roses. Would suit happy scenes, beer commercials, comedies, college capers. Instrumental, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
A rollicking indie rock track with a rockabilly feel and creepy undertones. The intro is creepy but the verses are happy and bouncy. Overall - quite quirky. Suitable for party scenes, especially Halloween parties. Has a bit of a comedic feel to it as well, so it'd fit well with comedy heist scenes. Instrumental, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
A loud, brash indie rock song with a rockabilly swing. The track is played loose with a lot of attitude, like it could fall apart at any second - but in a good way. Kind've like the way that The Faces or the Rolling Stones used to play. Would suit beer commercials, comedy, college, or quirky scenes. Instrumental, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
A swingin', greasy, rockabilly inspired track with a creepy feel. There's something not-quite-right about this song, like a darkness lurks just beneath its surface. Suitable for darker moments, sleazy bar scenes, crime / heists. The chorus sound ominous but the chorus brings some positive relief. Instrumental, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
A wistful indie-pop tune with simple acoustic guitar, intricate bass and melodious piano. Sinister violins convey an air of menace. The lyric reflects on moments at the lowest psychological ebb, but deftly balance matters with well-timed lyrical wit and relatable humour. Male Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Atmospheric and soft alternative rock with synths arrangement evocating a nostalgic and ethereal feeling, imagine a cloudy day with a person walking with many thoughts looking for wisdom in a gray sky. Instrumental, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Strumming acoustic guitars pair with crunchy electric guitars in an urgent and yearning intro. Imagine driving down the open road with the top back as you drive west to get away from your life's troubles. Maybe your are sitting at the end of a dock watching ocean waves crash upon the rocks. Instrumental, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
This track features a dark ethereal feel, intelligent survival oriented lyrics and solid musicianship. It leads with an instantly recognizable drum intro that grabs the listener right away. Lush harmonies and wistful electrically charged vocals. Female Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt RockCaution: Mature Lyrics
pop rock with a slight punk rock feel bass riff and guitar driven track featuring female vocals with nice sing along chorus about being a woman who a man will need more than she needs him great song for romantic themes, Female Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
An inspiring and uplifting rock track driven by electric guitars great for Corporate, Presentations, Commercials, Informercials, Live Events, TV Themes etc. Instrumental, Corporate, Corporate Rock Guitar
Big wall of guitars with a steady driving groove. Would work well in any dramatic, youth oriented, serious, intense scene in TV/Film. Instrumental, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
A fast, busy alternative rock track reminiscent of The Smiths. Very jangly, very moody and dark, very 1980's British indie. The guitars are strummed in an almost African high-life fashion and the bass is melodic. Would fit chase scenes, romantic troubles, crimes in progress, or even comedic capers. Instrumental, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
A hard hitting Industrial,Metal song about a person living life with lots of drama and self-persecution. Always complaining about what they don't have. Finally letting go to achieve happiness. Sounds like Korn, Marilyn Manson, Pantera. Male Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Acoustic and Electric Guitars build into Male Vocals with light Drumming, into dramatic chorus. Sounds like Grateful Dead, Dave Mathews. Male 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
Smooth Bass line and Drums lay underneath a Cello intro, Male Vocals, Electric Guitar ala "Dave Matthew's". Sounds like Dave Matthews. Male Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Funky laid back alternative rock instrumental track. Instrumentation includes electric guitar, bass guitar, and drum set. Fun and outgoing, could be used in scenes for a night out. Family, teens, or 20s. The bassline gives the track its funky feel. Appropriate for an energetic party or dance. Instrumental, Reggae, Ska
A rock alternative track with male vocals. Male vocals accompanied by distorted electric guitar, bass guitar, and drum set. Lyrics discuss breaking up. Fun, action-filled, and fast; could be used at a party or live concert. Fast and exciting sonority. Sounds like Foo Fighters, Third Eye Blind. Male Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Alternative rock track with male vocals. Vocals accompanied by electric guitar, bass guitar, and drum set. Lyrics discuss confusion and depression after a breakup. Could be used in romantic films about breakups, teen/ 20s dramas. Sad and depressing. Sounds like Foo Fighters and Smashing Pumpkins. Male Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Alternative-Rock track with male vocals. Vocals accompanied by electric guitar, bass guitar, and drum set. Lyrics discuss winning "the fight" and not being taken down "again." Fun and playful sonority, good for action or teenage/ 20s films or TV. Sounds like Foo Fighters and Smashing Pumpkins. Male Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Upbeat alternative rock song with male vocals. Vocals accompanied by electric guitar, bass guitar, and drum set. Lyrics discuss leaving your hometown and how you change. Could be used in a college film about coming home after moving out, or any film discussing change after moving. Male Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Melodic slow alternative rock track with soft male vocals. Vocals accompanied by electric guitar, bass guitar, and percussion. Lyrics discuss wanting a certain girl to be with him in his place and not leave him. Could be used in breakup scene, drama romance, 20s or teens films. Sad and melancholy. Male Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Relaxed, slow alternative rock track with soft male vocals. Instrumentation includes electric guitar, bass guitar, and drum set. Lyrics discuss wanting a lover to admit to doing something wrong. Could be used in scenes regarding a breakup or fight in a relationship. Angry, hard sonority. Male Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Alternative-Rock track with male vocals. Vocals accompanied by electric guitar, bass guitar, and drum set. Lyrics discuss winning "the fight" and not being taken down "again." Fun and playful sonority, good for action or teenage/ 20s films or TV. Sounds like Foo Fighters and Smashing Pumpkins. Male Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Alternative rock song with distortion in guitars somewhat edgy in the beginning, talks about being a cool kid as opposed to the dope kids telling white lies, etc. Sounds like FooFighters, Weezer, Modest Mouse, Nada Surf. Male Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Soft guitar playing in the beginning, then becomes more energetic and soft guitar come back into play. Light acoustic song showing some folk background dedicated to a girl named "amy". Sounds like FooFighters, Weezer, Modest Mouse. Male Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Light Guitar intro then beat gets stronger sounds psychedelic, just Electric guitar playing in the middle of the song, very hardcore. The song speaks about instances on being alone4 Sounds like FooFighters, Weezer, Modest Mouse, The Hives. Male Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
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