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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Hip garage rocktune. Heavy guitars, pounding drums and a great male voice make this alternative mix sound like The White Stripes. Great for fashion commercials tv and movie scenes. Used by Wrangler and MTV, Male Vocals, Alternative, Alt Rock
An Indie-Rock track featuring catchy vocal hooks and punchy drums, This upbeat number delivers a somewhat quirky vibe without becoming corny, Ideal for teenage related or other cool media, Attitude, Instrumental, Alternative, Alt Rock
In the style of Sigur Ros, builds to big sound, positive and uplifting. Musical structure and mood somewhat reminiscent of John Lennon's unforgettable hit, Imagine, with more instrumentatal layers. Instrumental, Alternative, 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, Alternative, Alt Rock
Flowing, mellow guitar and bass, joined by a funky tom-heavy drum beat, with subtle female vocals and golden, shimmering harmonies. Very U2/The Fray vibe. Great for upbeat scenes, families, parents and children, romantic comedies, 20-something dramas, car commercials, Grey's Anatomy type dramas. Mixed Vocals, Alternative, 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, Alternative, Alt Rock
Distorted vocals, fuzz guitars and heavy drums, on a slow yet powerful blues rock groove, in the style of The Black Keys and John Spencer Blues Explosion. Lyrics are about drinking and forgetting your problems. Available as a vocal version and an instrumental version. Male Vocals, Alternative, 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, Alternative, 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, Alternative, Alt Rock
Hip garage rocktune. Heavy guitars, pounding drums and a great male voice make this alternative mix sound like The White Stripes. Great for fashion commercials tv and movie scenes. Used by Wrangler and MTV, Male Vocals, Alternative, Alt Rock
Positive feelings, hope and warmth fill this soft, alternative rock track driven by a simple guitar riff and a catchy melody. Delicate keyboards and acoustic guitars complete the atmosphere. Instrumental, Alternative, 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, Alternative, Alt Rock
Big epic track. Sweet piano melody, soaring The Edge style guitars and driving rock beat sets this track apart. Corporate video, branding, TV, movies, media, advertising, closing credits. High impact and heartfelt. Modern, pulsing, emotional beautiful and uplifting. Instrumental, Alternative, 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, Alternative, Alt Rock
A gentle, lonely song about being at home, late and alone, and that being alright. A tender female vocal reminiscent of Natalie Merchant, builds to a stirring chorus with strong female/male harmonies and driving piano & guitar. Works for scenes of loneliness, drama, coming to terms, self realisation, Mixed Vocals, Alternative, Alt Rock
:30 instrumental. Solo guitar with some light pulsating electronic elements serve as a set-up that then explodes into U2ish, guitar driven, inspiring, triumphant conclusion. Great for spots that go from unsure to reassuring, neutral to positive, Ad, family, energy bar, insurance, self-help, security, Instrumental, Alternative, 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, Alternative, Alt RockCaution: Mature Lyrics
This contemporary track is full of catchy rock drive, From the upbeat, filtered intro to the machine gun like Rock ending, Good for energetic, violent and powerful media projects, Elements of Brit rock / Alternative rock / Indie Rock / Pulp and Punk-Rock, Instrumental, Alternative, Alt Rock
Love/relationship song about a fading Love with a fresh and modern sound. This song could add emotion, energy, or atmosphere to a scene in a relationship-based Love story in Film/TV project. In the vein of: Gotye, The Shins, Foster The People, Elliot Smith, Phoenix, Foals. Male Vocals, Alternative, Alt Rock
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, Alternative, 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, Alternative, 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, Alternative, Alt Rock
Sexy Rock/funk Track. Lenny Kravitz style. Dirty guitar, sexy rhythm and cool as it gets guitar solo in middle section. This track will get the girls moving. Perfect for film, promos and gaming. Strip joint, seedy pole dance or lap dancing. Open 24, hard shagging scenes... Suroor Goodenough, Instrumental, Alternative, Alt Rock
A heartfelt, uplifting song about standing strong, facing the future with hope in your heart. A soaring female vocal is contrasted with a hypnotic male backing, that builds to a soaring climax. Works well at the climax of a movie, dramatic success, heroine walking away triumphant, driving scenes. Mixed Vocals, Alternative, Alt Rock
This edgy, driving 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, Alternative, Alt Rock
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, Alternative, Alt Rock
Grunge ballad with melancholy guitar and piano, perfect to be listened in a rainy day, great for raw urban films with some tension, and TV advertising, or documentaries on social matters, from the eyes of the poor... Female Vocals, Alternative, Alt 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, Alternative, Alt Rock
An edgy, moody rock song about restlessness, moving on, with a subtle female vocal, that explodes into punky rock chorus with male/female harmonies. Works great for road movies, charged emotional scenes in dramas, fight scenes, breakup scenes, difficult relationships, edgy dramas. Female Vocals, Alternative, Alt Rock
Fast energetic rock promo with driving drums and bass, with edgy electric guitar. Perfect for scenes of short fast action or intensity, on the move, motivated and no stopping 'til Brooklyn. By Anthony James, Instrumental, Alternative, Alt Rock
Fast raw gritty street-smart edgy Indie rock grind with power drums and guitar. Perfect for Dog Town, Venice beach, skater punk, extreme sports and upbeat rock guitar promos, by Anthony James, Instrumental, Alternative, Alt 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, Alternative, 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
Driving Guitar heavy Alternative Rock Instrumental would work well with any Action, Adventure, Club, Party, Concert, Hip alternative rock Scene in TV/Film/Video. Instrumental, Alternative, Alt Rock
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, Alternative, Alt Rock
Cool, confident n rebellious, this intense, frenetic rock track reminiscent of Def Leppard has a dangerous vibe that makes it perfect for crime, chase and reality TV, Features powerful electric guitar riffs and hard hitting busy drums n fills. casing a joint crooks criminals burglars heist break in, Instrumental, Alternative, Alt Rock
Beautiful, acoustic ballad in 3/4 time with a rocking chorus, soaring harmonies, intense male vocals and tons of melody. Would work great for romantic scenes, first kisses and older happily married couples equally. Male Vocals, Alternative, Alt RockCaution: Mature Lyrics
Not caring about your surrounding, and living life as if you were naked and weightless Sounds like Radiohead, Portishead, INXS, U2. Male Vocals, Alternative, Alt RockCaution: Mature Lyrics
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, Alternative, Alt Rock
The party is in full swing and the band is playing just the right kind of energetic, happy Rock tune that could keep you dancing all nite long. Powerful guitars and bombastic drums drive this Green Day inspired track. Fun high energy, teens, 20-something wild party music, buddy movie, road trip. Instrumental, Alternative, Alt Rock
A purposeful and driving pop/rock track with a simple guitar melody which is backed up by layered guitars, bass, drums and synths. Emotional and inspirational. Instrumental, Rock, Pop 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, Alternative, Alt Rock
High energy fast paced Drum n Bass / Punk Rock n Roll hybrid with a grunge sound. Car commercials, sports, racing, Nascar, Hell's Angels. Hard rocking, high intensity with the attitude of Nirvana. Super for car chases, bikers, kickass action adventure, corporate, news energizer, ESPN, & commercials, Instrumental
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