The soundtrack of a generation. Alternative Rock dominated the airwaves in the 90s and 2000s by blending the aggression of punk with the melody of pop and the quirkiness of indie rock. Our Alternative Rock collection captures this eclectic spirit. These tracks are defined by their dynamics—the famous "loud-quiet-loud" structure pioneered by the Pixies and Nirvana, and perfected by bands like the Foo Fighters and Weezer. Expect tracks that start with clean, strummed chords or melodic basslines before exploding into fuzzy, distorted choruses that lift the energy through the roof. We use a wide palette of tones in this category. You won't just hear standard distortion; you'll hear chorus pedals, flangers, heavy fuzz, and bright, chimey clean tones. The drumming is energetic and often features complex fills and cymbal work that drives the song forward. Unlike metal, which focuses on precision, Alt Rock focuses on *emotion* and *energy*. It feels like a band jumping around on stage. For vocalists, this genre offers the most freedom. You don't need to be a virtuoso singer or a metal screamer to fit on these tracks. The music supports unique vocal timbres, shouted hooks, and emotional crooning equally well. The lyrical themes can range from introspective and sad to sarcastic and fun. This versatility makes Alt Rock one of our most popular categories for songwriters working on EP projects. For video creators, Alternative Rock is the "human" element. It connects emotionally with the viewer. It’s perfect for travel vlogs, coming-of-age short films, lifestyle content, and recap videos. It has enough energy to keep the pacing fast, but enough melody to not feel exhausting. Whether you want the sun-soaked vibe of California rock or the rainy, moody vibe of the Pacific Northwest, our Alt Rock library has the mood you need.