Curated by Bob Gambino

Independent Rock

Independent Rock features modern rock, alternative rock, and hard rock from artists with songs worth hearing. We welcome independent musicians, including artists who use AI to create or perform their music. Every submission is judged on how well the song fits the playlist.

Submission Guidelines

Submit one Spotify track link, not an album or artist profile link.

Rock, alternative rock, and hard rock are the focus.

Human-made and AI-generated music are both welcome. Artists should accurately describe their creative process if asked.

Submissions and playlist consideration are free.

Every track is reviewed by the curator. Submission does not guarantee placement, feedback, a review date, streams, or a minimum time on the playlist.

Artists must have the rights to submit their tracks.

Submit Your Track

Link to the individual track, not an album or artist profile.

Privacy: We use your name, email address, song details, and links to review your submission and contact you about it. Submitting a song does not sign you up for marketing emails.

Independent curation: Independent Rock is curated by Bob Gambino. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by Spotify.