Alternative

Alternative music is a broad and evolving genre that blends elements of indie, rock, pop, and electronic influences, often pushing the boundaries of mainstream sound. Characterized by introspective lyrics, atmospheric production, and genre-blurring experimentation, alternative artists craft emotionally raw and sonically diverse music. From moody, synth-driven soundscapes to acoustic-driven confessionals, the genre offers both intimate storytelling and bold, innovative production. Whether through lush, layered compositions or stripped-down vulnerability, alternative music thrives on authenticity, individuality, and a willingness to defy conventions.

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Crush (shvne remix)
Single - Released May 23, 2025

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ANASOF
Abor & Tynna
Alma Alanko
Anthony Jacobus
AxR
Bella Dose
Belleville
Blair Borax
Brody Jenner
Citizen Queen
Coffin Prick
Coltsfoot
Cougar MacDowall
Cy Leo
D.A.M.A
Dahlin
Daphne's Demise
Debbii Dawson
Disarstar
Dope TAF
Elliot Baxter
Ellis Quinn
Ethan Regan
Ezra Furman
Favors The Brave
Federico Tibone
Félicien Lia
Gab Mabanta
Ginton
Giulio Cercato
Gorgon Breath
Gravagerz
Hammon
J. Cross
JAS
Jack Symes
James Paek
James Sherlock
Jared Klok
Jaysurfn
Joey Montclair
John K
Judd Harris
Jude Barclay
Karishma Khan
Karson City Rebels
Keharo
Keko Salata
Labit
LinoMC
Lovalty
Madame Gandhi
Madison Watkins
Magzim
Maiah Manser
Marki
Mindblow
Miso Extra
Morgan Meir
Mutka
Mwita Mataro
Narvent
Natt Calma
Nick Andre
Nicole Lawrence
Now
ORANCHA
Odetto
Orlee
PARDØ
POOLSE
Paula Engels
Peder Stenberg
Petrov
Pili Coït
Pokáč
Puketondatrack
RIP Swirl
Reverse Pathogen
Ricks
Roa
Ruido Cassette
STAS AZARENKO
Sami Kaur
Seph Schlueter
Sia
Snug
Stunk
Surrounded By Capybaras
Sølv
TWOPILOTS
The Destruction Of The Cult Of The Sun
William Wild
Wonder Eve
Zuza Jabłońska
joyful
pablopablo
sweetbaby
thankful for the rain
Taylor Swift
Jimin
Post Malone
Benson Boone
Sia
Chappell Roan
Stray Kids
Noah Kahan
The Kid LAROI
Teddy Swims
Green Day
leftovermax
Gorillaz
beabadoobee
Ellie Goulding
Bernadya
NIKI
aespa
Artemas
Myles Smith
Dominic Fike
TOMORROW X TOGETHER
Bon Iver
ROSALÍA
Tom Odell
Mon Laferte
Montell Fish
Lily-Rose Depp
Natalia Lafourcade
RM
Gigi Perez
C. Tangana
Richy Mitch & The Coal Miners
Rex Orange County
CA7RIEL & Paco Amoroso
SYML
AJR
Kevin Kaarl
BoyWithUke
Gibbs
Supernova Ent
Hindia
CRO
Chance Peña
Kimbra
Suki Waterhouse
Maki
Nagalli
Ayesha Erotica
The Living Tombstone
Tream
Roxy Dekker
Zachi
Tones And I
RJ Pasin
Rag'n'Bone Man
Michael Marcagi
Royel Otis
Sam Haft
yung kai
Beach Weather
Paris Paloma
Bakar
Café Tacvba
Lavern
francis
Sofiya Nzau
Feby Putri
Moby
Maggie Rogers
NEFFEX
01099
Sasha Alex Sloan
BOYNEXTDOOR
Olivia Dean
TWXN
Counting Crows
Yamê
070 Shake
LONOWN
CamrinWatsin
Bryant Barnes
Kizzy
dazy
Mxrci
Joost
ONIRIA
Aziz Hedra
INTERWORLD
Henrik
Hikaru Utada
Tatsuya Kitani
Arcane
Mikky Ekko
Galdino
DALÃMA
KATSEYE
Fugees
Paul
Nic D