College rock was a term used in the United States to describe 1980s alternative rock before the term "alternative" came into common usage. So named because it was primarily played on campus radio stations, these bands combined the experimentation of post-punk and New Wave with a more melodic pop style and an underground sensibility. It is not necessarily a genre term, but there do exist some common aesthetics among college rock bands. Artists such as R.E.M., 10,000 Maniacs, U2, and the Replacements became some of the better-known examples in the mid 1980s. By the 1990s, however, the genre had been supplanted by grunge and indie rock.
This song espouses the cleansing qualities of the waves and the beach. It contains some beach Boys qualities. Pop and rock. It has elements of rhythm and melody that make it very universal and accessible. Great for beach set ups and happy commercials. Male Vocals, Rock, Melodic Rock
Edgy, twangy, jangly, rocking, upbeat, guitar-driven, alternative college rock song. Ideal for any romantic break-up, scorned ex-lover, late nite and/or bar themed media placement. Sharp music, sharp lyrics, sharp hook, sharp song! Male Vocals, Indie Rock, College Rock
Mid tempo Pop, Male Vocal, Piano and Guitar, catchy hook and harmony. A feeling of neglect, but the love that possess allows you to see through things for what they are, letting go of your pain. Male Vocals, Indie Rock, College 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
This song is one about love from afar. He sees her, she doesn't see him & the pain & anquish of not being able to be with her is overwhelming. This song's hidden meaning is he is stalking her. Ideal for romantic dramatic Film or Major Motion Picture or romantic dramatic TV movie, Credits. Male Vocals, Indie Rock, College Rock
A soulful and solid rock groove, featuring electric bass percussion and piano. nice bed to build on top using voice or voice over. Plenty of space for a voice-over and will loop, Also useful for any backing track, ident, transition between segments, film scene, or video game level intra scene segue, Instrumental, Indie Rock, College Rock
This song reminds me of a Pavement song in the way that the instruments are played in such a loose and sloppy way. Standard instrumentation, yet with 2 blistering and lazy solos. The verses of the song are very lazy and lazy back. Instrumental, Indie Rock, College Rock
Edgy indie rock song with cool guitars and distorted bass, killer disco like chorus! Think Franz Ferdinand meets Bloc Party. Perfect for a bar, fight, or driving scene. Male Vocals, Indie Rock, College Rock
A 'rough n ready' track with a grungy garage sound and a sweet melody. Reminiscent of Pavement, Rilo Kiley and every band to ever feature on 'Buffy The Vampire Slayer'! Suitable for teen/pop Culture or romance. Instrumental, Indie Rock, College Rock
At the End is a dynamic and upbeat breakup anthem, featuring a catchy chorus that resonates long after the song ends. With its infectious rhythmic hooks and energy the song provides notable, emotional impact for romantic break up scenes in film or tv, comedy, Teens, moving on, dark humor. Instrumental, Indie Rock, College Rock
Accomplished and polished example of contemporary extended British Indie Soul / Pop music with an ethereal feel, presenting relevance to youth audiences and ideally suited to contemporary Film, TV and Media presentations, Female Vocals, Dance, Dance-Pop
A youthful, positive and feel good piece. Catchy guitar melodies reminiscent of a popular TV soap opera theme. An emotional feel with a positive outlook and strong, confident motion. Fairly soft instrumentation for a pop rock track with lots of acoustic elements layered with electric guitars and, Instrumental, Rock, Soft Rock
Ambient rock track, calm, hopeful and inspiring. Spatial and glitched atmosphere on background with passionate guitar arpeggios rise up to solemn rock outro with drum entrance. Instrumental, Indie Rock, Post-Rock
Emotional and uplifting ambient rock track with dreamy and clean guitar theme rise up to post-rock hopeful outro. Spatial and glitched rhythmic sounds on the background. Instrumental, Indie Rock, Post-Rock
An exploration of society, memories of past love, psychedelic exploration of human relationships. Everything is new but nothing changes, Male Vocals, Indie Rock, College Rock
Flowing Instrumental Grooves. Multiple types of guitars and varying dynamics Good for interspersing through a program, Instrumental, Indie Rock, College Rock
pop-rock / indie rock song filled with hope and anticipation great for ads or film song lyrics deal with thanksgiving, hope and optimism, Instrumental, Indie Rock, College Rock
An atmospheric and mainly positive song in a mod-revival style, very much aimed at the contemporary indie pop audience but ideally suited to many Film, TV and Media presentations or 1960's period pieces, Male Vocals, Indie Rock, College Rock
An atmospheric and mainly upbeat song in a mod-revival style, very much aimed at the contemporary indie pop audience but ideally suited to many Film, TV and Media presentations or 1960's period pieces, Male Vocals, Indie Rock, College Rock
An atmospheric and mainly upbeat song in a mod-revival style, very much aimed at the contemporary indie pop audience but ideally suited to many Film, TV and Media presentations or 1960's period pieces, Male Vocals, Indie Rock, College Rock
An atmospheric and mainly upbeat song in a mod-revival style, very much aimed at the contemporary indie pop audience but ideally suited to many Film, TV and Media presentations or 1960's period pieces, Male Vocals, Indie Rock, College Rock
An atmospheric and mainly upbeat song in a mod-revival style, very much aimed at the contemporary indie pop audience but ideally suited to many Film, TV and Media presentations or 1960's period pieces, Male Vocals, Indie Rock, College Rock
An atmospheric and mainly upbeat song in a mod-revival style, very much aimed at the contemporary indie pop audience but ideally suited to many Film, TV and Media presentations or 1960's period pieces, Male Vocals, Indie Rock, College Rock
An atmospheric and mainly upbeat song in a mod-revival style, very much aimed at the contemporary indie pop audience but ideally suited to many Film, TV and Media presentations or 1960's period pieces, Male Vocals, Indie Rock, College Rock
AN atmospheric and mainly upbeat song in a mod-revival style, very much aimed at the contemporary indie pop audience but ideally suited to many Film, TV and Media presentations or 1960's period pieces, Male Vocals, Indie Rock, College Rock
Dark, synth-tinged acoustic rock verses with catchy, heavy sing-along choruses, "Free" is about dealing with rejection from a love interest whom you know has feelings for you, yet they refuse to accept them. Heavily rhythmic guitar and drums, this song is reminiscent of 80s progressive rock. Male Vocals, Indie Rock, College Rock
A simple repetitive piano melody soundalike pack up your troubles in your old kit bag, keep smiling second world war blitz spirit morphs into freeform progressive rock / jazzy piano and drums workout mostly instrumental mood music, Male Vocals, Indie Rock, College Rock
A mixture of big drums, soundscapes and killer guitar riffs help deliver a cool indie rock song with a strong message about overcoming odds and becoming a champion, Male Vocals, Indie Rock, College Rock
Powerful and inspiring show of drummers. INFO: Dear customers, do not hesitate to give a rating to this track, after its purchase. It is very important for us. Please give us feedback. If you require any further information, feel free to contact us. Instrumental, Indie Rock, College Rock
Blistering hot guitars, bass and drums open the song that is full of energy. At 4 mins the song has a funky groove to break it up as a bridge. The song has a great hook and is easily broke down for editing. Great for high energy, adrenalin, action, adventure scenes or NASCAR, sports, X games, UFC, Instrumental, Indie Rock, College Rock
A indie-rock band style, a frenetic, spicy, bright riff. For videos, opening titles, presentations. Perfect for high school life situation, funny and crazy teen adventures. Ideal for tv-series as "Friends" or "Zoey101". Instrumental, Indie Rock, College Rock
Invoking fun elements of garage rock comparable to the band “Weezer,” this song has a fun, youthful, punky feel to it. Guitar, bass and drums explode and release into an awesome renaissance like vocal polyphony. Perfect for MTV, Extreme sports ad, anything aimed at a young alternative demographic. Male Vocals, Indie Rock, College Rock
A quirky love song with island Caribbean elements like steel drums, percussive bottles and glasses and a staccato guitar line. This song has a catch chorus and is very uplifting and positive. Good for dating, reality, teenage drama television and MTV. Male Vocals, Indie Rock, College Rock
A dynamic INSRUMENTAL piece that starts with beautiful and calming acoustic guitars then soars to an electric anthem-like climax. Perfect for commercials, film, advertising, and business or corporate branding. Thought provoking, heartfelt, intense and honest. Instrumental, Indie Rock, College Rock
Midnight is a pop rock style number short piece with hammond style organ pumping bass and distorted guitar. Ideal for Advertisement or corporate presentation background music. Instrumental, Indie Rock, College Rock
Cool College Rock with emotional vocals. Longing for a friend, a brother, a lover to return. Excellent soundtrack for yearning and self realization. Indie rock that makes you want to chant along. Male Vocals, Indie Rock, College Rock
A fast rip roaring song about angst and living a hard life full of alcohol and temptation. Rock and roll lifestyle is a major theme here and the destruction that comes with it. Male Vocals, Indie Rock, College Rock
A rock song about waiting for that special someone to call you while you're left at home all alone on a Friday Night. Modern rock track with a tone of yearning for something more, a friend. Definite Kings of Leon vibes here. Male Vocals, Indie Rock, College Rock
A song about the hardships in life and struggling everyday to just get by and manage feelings. Feeling a bit lost and needing some direction, this tracks has a Kings of Leon vibe. Male Vocals, Indie Rock, College Rock
A full force punk rock song about a gunfight. Hard hitting drums, a driving bass and powerful guitars make this track perfect for extreme sports or chase scenes. Check out the guitar solo. Male Vocals, Indie Rock, College Rock
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