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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Energetic, exciting and emotional rock track featuring electric guitars (overdriven), clean guitar, guitar solo, bass, drums, piano and cinematic strings. This track reflects happiness and delight and after the victory (sport, business and others). Works perfect in sport, advertising, commercials, Instrumental, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Upbeat piano-led rock song, builds to driving choruses. Features female vocal, rock guitars, big drums. Works well at the climax of a movie, dramatic success, heroine walking away triumphant, driving scenes, sports montages. 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 well written catchy song in the style of R. E. M. with bass, drums, electric guitar & organ. The bass carries the main melody with the electric guitar playing a counterpoint hook & the organ adding a 3rd melodic element to add to the easy going vibe. Uplifting corporate video, travel, road trip. Instrumental, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Groovy hard edged surf/rock instrumental song with interchanging guitar and synth melody and cool real drums and bass. A 60's kind of song with a modern sound. Incredible bass lines that set this song apart from the rest! Nice synth loops and real percussion. Rocking and cool. The wah guitar is cool, Instrumental, Rock, 70s Rock
Upbeat rock and loops track in style of Alanis Morrisette. Female vocals. Themes of identity, relationships and finding out who you are. Works well with scenes of darker drama e. g. running with danger, vampire clubs (oh yes!). Female Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Song speaks of having someone who believes in you and who will pick you up when you hit the ground. Sounds like Jason Mraz meets Billy Joel. Male Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Female Rock Vocals with upright Bass and Drums, acoustic and Electric Guitars about accusations by old lover, song about being honest and truthful. Female Vocals, Rock, Blues Rock
Bittersweet and haunting distorted guitars ring out across the ocean in this contemporary, female vocal driven, rock track about missing the one she loves. This track is the perfect fit for teen / adult based dramas, film, television or any production dealing with the difficulties of relationships. Female Vocals, Indie Rock, 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, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Old school rock song with a new age twist. With soaring vocals and driving rock rhythm section. Big ending with Hammond organ and building layered guitars and drums. Softer spoken verses which move into an explosive chorus. Perfect for scenes depicting family arguments or sibling rivalry. Male Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Exciting, powerful and high energetic indie rock featuring strong electric guitar riffs, catchy solo guitar melody, crunchy bass and powerful, pushy drums. Perfect for commercials, film score, background, video game score, sports / extreme, sport motivation and many more, Instrumental, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
A edgy and well written Pop rock song about being comfortable in your own skin. There are also theme elements of hypocrisy in society. Male Vocals, Indie Rock, Indie Rock
An Alternative Rock instrumental. Tomorrow never knows inspired. Bright and energetic, featuring ascending electric guitar, drum kit and organ that create a determined, adventurous mood. Instrumental, Indie Rock, 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, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
about the desire to go back to your roots. Find a simple life and be happy in middle America. The urge to leave the city life and trade it in for a rural lifestyle. Male Vocals, Singer/Songwriter, Indie Singer-Songwriter
Groovy indie sounding instrumental hard rock song with twists and turns. Tasty electric guitar melody and cool grooves. Real drums and instruments. Good for a skateboard or go cart/sport film or t.v. episode. Menacing at times but overall a cool upbeat song. Rousing and rowdy. Extreme sports. Instrumental, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
This steadfast, pleading alternative rock track beats with pulse and emotion due to the jangly electric guitar rhythms, melodic bass lines and big power guitars. Airy synth pads give the piece spaciousness while huge drums give it driving intensity. Perfect for sports, promos, reality TV. Instrumental, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Edgy, bittersweet, breakup rock song: duelling female and male vocals sing about suspicions, betrayal, jealousy. Builds to an explosive climax. Works great for teen dramas, breakup scenes, disintegrating relationships, failing romances, divorce. Also good for crime, procedural dramas with violence. Mixed Vocals, 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
Contemplative but still powerful alternative rock / postrock track featuring electric guitars, bass, drums, guitar feeds and solo. Sounds like a modern ballad with abstract and futuristic vibe. Works great in documentary, film score, slideshow, motion graphics project among others, Instrumental, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
An electric guitars, energetic drums and a pulsating bass, complete with a guitar solo. This rousing melody is PERFECT for TRAILERS, SOUNDTRACKS, SPORTS clips, but could also be useful for Video Games, advertising, TV-shows, Modern Films, corporate branding. 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 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
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
Upbeat garage rock revival track. Very melodic and punchy. Similar to The Strokes, Television, The White Stripes and Velvet Underground. Fun synth entering mid-track keeps things light and modern. Instrumental, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
A raw, angst ridden 90’s instrumental alternative rock track with gritty layered guitars, edgy drum sounds, electric bass and dark synth pads. Mid-tempo, rough and ready, un-polished vibe that is ripe for scenes depicting teen/adolescent inner emotional struggles and conflicts. Instrumental, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Agressive hard rock instrumental,with gritty, biting guitar riff and piercing, cutting- edge guitar solos.Well suited for film and tv series and video games with chase scenes,Tarantino, fighting power/action/sport,movie, extreme sports, dvd,webbsites,video games, you tube, Instrumental, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
This powerful Indie rock track evolves from soft to explosive within seconds. Piano and overdriven electric guitar play the melody and are overlaid by urgent electric rhythm guitars, picked bass, high powered drums, and percussion. Great for dramas and emotional programing. Instrumental, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Signature lick into a building section of acoustic & electric guitars and strings to a full rocked out chorus. Perfect for Suspense, crime scene CSI crime lab this would also work well for chase scene or pursuit of any type. Instrumental, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Electronic pop rhythmic dance track. Ideal for documentaries, commercials, product presentations and promotion, sports, advertising, radio, web, film Instrumental and t.v. hooks for car commercial,, Instrumental, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Moody with a nagging musical pulse indie rock and a haunting male lead vocal. The lyric lends itself to all kinds of unexpected teen death situations, including suicide. Male Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Indie-rock. Gutsy and rough. Unruly, spiteful, youthful. Good for action, sports, BMX / skating / other X-sports. Dirt and grit, stupid stunts and questionable behavior, Instrumental, Indie Rock, Indie 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
Like a relationship, there are several facets to this hard rocking instrumental. Fun, adventurous and sometimes passionate. Some parts are pop and some are driving hard rock, but there is a total groove throughout. Evolving melody lines soar above the razor edge guitar rhythms, and ultra groovy bass, Instrumental, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Super catchy pop/rock tune with distorted chugging Cars like guitars, Casio keyboard sounds, hooky male vocals and female harmonies. Would be perfect for road trips, driving, relaxed party scenes. Beach party, kegger party, romantic comedy, dark humor. Soulful lyrics, great rhythms and beats. Male Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Crunchy guitars, deep bass, tight groove, wailing Hendrix style guitar solo, funky clav tones and groovy feel. Fairly slow-mellow paced. Reminiscent of the experimental and raw sound of the 60s and 70s. Synthesizers with analog delay and overdriven valves for cutting guitar tone. Raw studio feel. Instrumental, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Moody and dark alternative rock track with female vocals. Female vocals accompanied by male vocals, electronic guitar, bass guitar, and drum set. Lyrics discuss days and months going by quickly and that one should live in the moment. Could be used in young drama- 20s, teens or romantic breakup. Female Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
An epic, atmospheric indie rock track combining elements of Oasis and The Killers. The drums are huge, the guitars are dirty, and there is enough organ to create a moody, melancholic feel. Would be perfect for romance on the rocks, collegiate troubles, soaring moments, or during the end credits. Male Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Modern Alt/Pop Rock/A/C with roots elements ala The Wallflowers, Train, Everclear; male lead voc. Lyrics about a hopeless complainer's woes, Male Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Alternative Rock Song about a guy and his talented girlfriend deciding to live separate lives, so that they can find out who they are and achieve their dreams. Sounds like The Fray. Male Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
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