Tag Archive for indie

How to Make It in America Mixtape Vol 2

This tape doesn’t include any new songs, but it’s a great mix of rap, indie, and it even includes Avicii’s popular hit “Levels”.  The HTMIIA Mixtape Volume 2 features M83 (who doesn’t love “Midnight City”), Theophilus London, Meek Mill, Future Islands, Little Dragon, Summer Camp and many more artists.  Kid Cudi delivers the intro, talking…

Indie Bands You Should Know: Manchester Orchestra

Manchester Orchestra is an AMAZING rock band that doesn’t get anything close to the recognition they deserve. Manchester Orchestra was formed in Atlanta in 2005, consisting of Andy Hull (lead vocals, guitar), Robert Mcdowell (lead guitar), Chris Freeman (keyboard), Jonathan Corley (bass guitar), and Tim Very (drummer). They’ve released 3 albums; I’m Like A Virgin…

Indie Bands You Should Know: The Kooks

The Kooks are an Indie rock band from East Sussex, England, formed in 2001. The band has 4 members: Luke Pritchard (lead vocals, guitar), Hugh Harris (lead guitar), Peter Denton (bass guitar), and Paul Garred (drums). The Kooks are one of my favorite Indie bands; their music is a cross between 60s classic rock and…

Indie Bands You Should Know: Crystal Castles

Crystal Castles fits in more closely with the other music posted on this site. Crystal Castles are an electronic indie band from Canada. They consist of Alice Glass (singer and lyricist) and Ethan Kath (producer). I recommend that everybody gives Crystal Castles a listen, especially if you’re a fan of electronic music. Listen to Empathy:…

Indie Bands You Should Know: Tokyo Police Club

There’s so many Indie bands out there, and half of them aren’t even worth the listen. On these posts (which I plan to do somewhat frequently) we’ll showcase the GOOD Indie bands so you don’t need to search for them yourself. Tokyo Police Club are an indie rock band from Canada. They’ve released 2 EPs…

Take You Higher (Club Mix) – Goodwill & Hook N Sling

This is what remixing is all about – taking a song from a different genre and putting a good beat over it. Goodwill & Hook N Sling did a textbook execution in terms of laying the bassline carefully over the curves of the original; matching the emotion and dynamics without overpowering it with electronic synths.…