I think it's about time to discuss something that we've all wanted to bring up at one time or another. Genres and groups. One actually strikes my interest on this fine Thursday morning, indie. What is indie rock? Who is indie rock? Who are these indie kids, and what's so great about American Apperal? Ladies and Gentlemen, I'm here to ease your inquiries as well as pain. (as best I can)
The term indie originated from the phrase independent rock. This meaning a band or artist who has a certain type of sound and is usually signed to an independent label, but this is not in all cases. Indie has been around for a bit nowadays and is occupying our everyday lingo. My definition of the indie sound is a bit of grunge mixed with some folk and rock and roll, throwing some punk and pop music in there along the way.
So who exactly is "indie." Some of my favorite quote indie bands include Modest Mouse, Joe Lean and the Jing Jang Jong, and Steel Train. These bands have the sound and not to mention the look. The look of getting most of your clothes at boutiques, thrift stores, and making your own wear. I found out about most of my indie bands by listening to one of my favorite radio stations, NME British radio. I hear something I like, write it down, and look up the band later. Indie music to m, comes in all shapes and sizes. It can be loud, fast, and quirky, or slow, soft, and alternative. There's a band and song for everyone.
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