Indie Music
Indie music is an area in which we have a strong passion. It is flowing not only through our site but also through our veins. Furthermore, our team have grown up encircled by the finest indie artists. Also, the passion we have is as strong today as the day we bought our first vinyl many decades ago!
Fortunately for avid indie music fans, discovering the finest new music and indie music news has never been more straightforward than it is today. As a result, we cater for all your music needs, and you will never go a day without uncovering the freshest squeezed gems. Also, what makes it even more delightful is that we provide you with the best content without you having to pay for a subscription, amazing right?
Latest Indie Music News
According to Jarvis Cocker, Pulp’s frontman, the band are making plans to get back together and do several shows next year. At a Guardian Live event, Jocker made the following announcement: “Next year, Pulp are going to play some concerts!”…
Three arena gigs for George Ezra, the vocalist of ‘Shotgun’, are already scheduled for the spring of 2023. These concerts will be added to the singer-songwriter’s ‘Gold Rush Kid’ tour schedule, which already includes a number of performances at the…
The Killers are to drop a new album in 2023. However, much to fans’ delight, a few singles will likely arrive at the back end of 2022. Brandon Flowers said: “We just had a few days off and Stuart came…
James Bay recently opened up about his struggle with anxiety, how it affected his music in 2019, and why he tends to write sad songs more than other types of songs. James said: “It’s funny because sad songs come naturally…
Lana Del Rey spoke with W Magazine recently about her new approach to composing and developing vocal concepts. Furthermore, the ‘Summertime Sadness’ singer said: “I’ve been practicing meditative automatic singing, where I don’t filter anything. “I’ll just sing whatever comes…
Tom Meighan got the boot from Kasabian almost two years ago after pleading guilty to assaulting Vikki Ager, and now Serge, the guitarist and now lead singer of the group, has shared the grief he felt during that time. Serge…
Noel Gallagher, the former oasis guitarist and vocalist, has revealed that he will bring back strings to his new album, similar to what he did on hits like ‘Wonderwall’. Furthermore, Noel said: “There is a track on the album called ‘Dead…
Florence And The Machine, the British band, will release their next album on May 13th. The new record from the Florence Welch led band will be titled ‘Dance Fever’, and it will include the band’s latest hit, ‘My Love.’ The…
Johnny Marr and Morrissey were caught in a battle of worlds earlier this year after Morrissey openly demanded Marr stop talking about him in interviews. It appears the quarrel is not easing, with Marr striking out at Morrissey once again…
James Bay, the singer-songwriter, will explore British soil after announcing a new tour, the singer’s first since 2019. Writing about the tour, James stated:: “Hello to all my UK folks. Very excited to tell you I’m going to be going…
Liam Gallagher is perhaps one of the most outspoken rock and roll signers on the planet, and he has made his feelings on a potential collaboration with rapper Aitch known. Furthermore, when asked about the rapper’s offer of £7 million…
With their new album ‘Give Me The Future’, indie-rockers Bastille are back on top of the official album charts! It is the third time in the group’s history that they have attained number one album status. Speaking about the triumph,…
So, what styles do we cover here at GSGM? We cover all areas of indie music. Therefore, be it indie pop, indie folk, or indie rock, we have it covered! Also, we like to hear all kinds of sounds from the indie realms; therefore, we do not adhere to just one vibe within our content. As a result, you can be safe knowing that you will find a mixed bag of tunes here that will have you hooked.
Indie Style
Does indie music just concentrate on bands who play with guitars and have cool hairstyles? Nope, it comes with a broad musical style, and there are many singers and groups which fall into the indie category while also sounding very distinct and dissimilar to their companions in the same space. Also, it is a perpetually changing scene with new sounds emerging regularly.
For indie lovers, there is nothing more glorious than coming across a new indie treasure. Indie fans crave; they constantly look for the freshest new group, which is where we come into the equation. We feed the best indie to our audience. As a result, there is never a day that goes by without the opportunity to discover the next big thing here on GSGM.
Latest Indie Music Reviews
‘The News’ by Paramore – Single Rating: 4/5 ★★★★☆ American band Paramore are treating us to yet more infectious rock with the release of their new single, ‘The News’. This new song is from the band’s upcoming album, ‘This Is Why’, which…
‘Constant Girl’ by Von Venn – Single Rating: 4/5 ★★★★☆ The Irish band Von Venn, who hail from Dublin, have resurfaced with a new single, ‘Constant Girl’, on which they sound as powerful as ever. The new single will feature on the highly-anticipated…
‘Prism’ by Arro – Single Rating: 4/5 ★★★★☆ Arro, the singer-songwriter from Nashville, has blessed us with the release of his tune ‘Prism’. Even the most discerning listeners will find something in the musical palette of the new offering from the forward-thinking artist,…
‘Wild Grey Ocean’ by Sam Fender – Single Rating: 4/5 ★★★★☆ Sam Fender, a master of the indie rock genre, has just released his newest track, ‘Wild Grey Ocean’, which blows us away. This song is on the deluxe version of his album…
‘Frenzy’ by Iggy Pop – Single Rating: 5/5 ★★★★★ Iggy Pop brings the raw rock and roll edge to the vanguard once again with the release of his new single, ‘Frenzy’. Those who take pleasure in music that is direct and packed with…
‘Funhouse Mirror’ by Vinyl Floor – Single Rating: 4/5 ★★★★☆ Vinyl Floor have thrust themselves into the limelight with the release of their new single, ‘Funhouse Mirror’. The new track comes from the band’s most recent album, which bears the same name. It…
‘Place Your Debts’ by Jimmy Eat World – Single Rating: 4/5 ★★★★☆ Jimmy Eat World are making their way back up the rock ranks with their latest single, ‘Place Your Debts’. The new song is like a soothing balm for the ears, continuing…
‘Free Fallin’ by Thomas Cole And Nathanael Hall – Single Rating: 4/5 ★★★★☆ Thomas Cole, the New York-based singer-songwriter, is taking off once again with his new single, ‘Free Fallin’. The latest gem from the forward-thinking artist also features Nathanael Hall; the two…
‘Nightshift’ by Bruce Springsteen – Single Rating: 4/5 ★★★★☆ ‘Nightshift’, by rock superstar Bruce Springsteen, popularly known as “The Boss”, demonstrates that he still has the magic touch after all these years. This new single, a version of a Commodores classic, arrives in…
‘Grapefruit’ by Tove Lo – Single Rating: 5/5 ★★★★★ With the release of her new single, ‘Grapefruit’, Tove Lo bestows her alluring presence upon all of us. This new single is from the singer’s album ‘Dirt Femme’, which is out now. ‘Grapefruit’ starts…
‘Oh Caroline’ by The 1975 – Single Rating: 4/5 ★★★★☆ With the release of their brand new single, ‘Oh Caroline,’ The 1975 are once again taking over New Music Friday. The song is from the band’s latest album, which has just been released,…
‘Wind’ by Minna Ora – Single Rating: 5/5 ★★★★★ Minna Ora, the singer-songwriter from Finland, has released a new single, ‘Wind’, which has left us in awe. The new single from Minna is the follow-up to her last single, ‘Fire’, and in keeping…
So, what is it that attracts us to new indie releases? Our love for guitar riffs, the punch of an indie vocal, and the rhythms’ power that flow through the indie genre. It is what pulls us in time and time again, and we are always craving the freshest edgy sounds.
Excitement
Also, our excitement for indie music never grows old. Furthermore, we are still the giddy music lovers who get a buzz when we come across the best new group. We also get an even more considerable feeling when we come across a hit that is still on the radar.
Many indie releases go unnoticed, and we believe that the best indie sounds are yet to grace the airwaves. As a result, we dedicate our team to searching for the fittest material; and we feed your hungry ears with our best finds.
Luckily, the world is vast, and new indie groups and artists are emerging every day. Therefore, there are a plethora of music picks and choices when discovering the best new indie which hits home!
Indie Music Submissions
We are always looking for the best new indie; therefore, if you have a track that you believe we need to hear, please feel free to send it over to us by clicking here. Also, do not shy away from sending us a track if you believe it may not be suitable; we do appreciate all types of indie music. Nevertheless, we do have a screening process, and our team carefully listen to each new release before creating any content.
We welcome submissions from artists, labels and pr consultants. Also, we are happy to receive tips from anyone who has found something which is remarkable. After all, word of mouth keeps the industry going around, and we encourage it at all times here at GSGM.
Future Indie
We are excited about the future of indie music. As a result, we spend a lot of time figuring out upcoming trends, and we pay close attention to what music consumers are enjoying the most. Our team also regularly check in with the most exciting artists in the indie game to work out what they have up their sleeves.
Popular Artists
We often write about the most popular indie musicians and keep in tune with updates from the indie game’s top. You can check out the most popular alternative indie music artists on YouGov here.
The most famous artists tend to be consistent and generally stay popular for long periods. However, we do not only write about artists solely on their fame; we listen to all music in the same way, whether it be a new artist or a musician who is long in the tooth with a backlog of hits.
Therefore, if there is an indie gem that we need to hear, send it straight to our team by clicking here.
The Best Indie
We are cognizant that many indie fans relish indie from previous decades. Therefore, we occasionally write about some of the best indie tracks to have graced the planet previously.
Social Media
We interact daily with our social media audience. We see social media as a conduit for music lovers to find the best music content. As a result, we keep all of our followers up to date, and we go above and beyond with our social strategies.
Also, our social media following trust our content, and we are aware of how important trust is in journalism. As a result, our quality assurance team regularly audits content to ensure that we meet the highest standard.
Mobile Devices
Many indie music lovers access GSGM using mobile, and our journalists ensure that mobile users get the best indie content straight to their devices. As a result, every user arriving at GSGM from mobile will get the same experience as those coming from a desktop.
Single Releases
Our team provide indie music single reviews, and we blend opinion with fact, ensuring a holistic picture of new music. We open our horizons when it comes to new music, and we enjoy finding the best new tracks to review before any other outlet.
Album Releases
We deliver reviews on the latest indie albums, and we dedicate time to ensure that each album review is factual and thought-provoking blended with personal opinion.
Every album review is unique, and we score each album out of five. The rating is not based on our appreciation for the release but also delves into music theory and musicology.
Enthusiasts
GSGM is a big community with thousands of indie music enthusiasts engaging every day. Furthermore, we allow users to become a member and get stuck into the discussion. Also, we relish the idea of all music fans with diverse music tastes engaging with one another, and we encourage that within the platform.
Vision
Our vision is to give indie music more recognition and shine more light on the best new tracks. We believe that the best indie is still there for discovery, and we are always looking for the freshest content. Also, our team all share a vision of creating the best user experience online.
Every reader is in the mind of our team members at all times. As a result, we jump into the shoes of our readership to ensure that we provide valuable content time and time again. We also ask for feedback often to ensure that we do not miss any new ways to improve.
Leadership
We enjoy leading the way forward for new indie music, and we pride ourselves on being leaders in the indie field.