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Indie rock is a subgenre of rock music that originated in the United Kingdom, United States and New Zealand in the early to mid-1980s. Although the term was originally used to describe rock music released through independent record labels , by the 1990s it became more widely associated with the music such bands produced.
- Early to mid–1980s, United Kingdom, United States and New Zealand
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Jul 11, 2023 · Indie rock is a genre of alternative rock that originated in the 1980s. Characterized by its independent, DIY ethos, indie rock bands are typically known for their non-mainstream sound, often featuring lo-fi production and introspective lyrics. They operate outside major record labels, fostering a sense of artistic freedom and experimentation.
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Jun 7, 2021 · Written by MasterClass. Last updated: Jun 7, 2021 • 3 min read. While many associate rock ‘n' roll artists with major labels like Warner Brothers and Columbia, a plethora of independent labels support an iconoclastic music scene known as indie rock.
Jul 22, 2023 · Indie rock music, short for "independent rock," refers to a genre characterized by its DIY (do-it-yourself) ethos, non-conformity to mainstream trends, and an emphasis on artistic integrity. Typically featuring guitar-driven melodies and introspective lyrics, indie rock emerged in the 1980s as a reaction against commercialization in the music.
Nov 11, 2019 · Indie rock isn’t a genre easily defined, especially in the context of the 2010s. “Indie” is a word that once simply implied independent music, aka music that was created by an artist who isn ...
