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

Pulp To Head Out On Tour In 2023

George MillingtonJul 27, 2022
Pulp

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…

George Ezra Adds More UK Arena Shows For 2023

George MillingtonJul 19, 2022
George Ezra

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…

The Killers To Drop New Album

George MillingtonJul 11, 2022
The Killers

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…

The Reason James Bay Often Releases “Sad Songs”

James Bay

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…

Lana Del Rey Discusses Her New Album

George MillingtonMay 19, 2022
Lana Del Rey

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…

Serge Pizzorno Remembers Heartbreaking Year Tom Left Kasabian

George MillingtonMay 18, 2022
Serge Pizzorno

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…

So, what styles do we cover here at IZILION? 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 IZILION.

Latest Indie Music Reviews

The Goo Goo Dolls, ‘Run All Night’ – Single Review ★★★★☆

Emily HarrisJun 29, 2023
The Goo Goo Dolls

‘Run All Night’ by Goo Goo Dolls – Single Rating: 4/5 ★★★★☆ The Goo Goo Dolls return with their first original track since their acclaimed album, Chaos…

Gwen Stefani, ‘True Babe’ – Single Review ★★★★☆

Emily HarrisJun 27, 2023
Gwen Stefani

‘True Babe’ by Gwen Stefani – Single Rating: 4/5 ★★★★☆ Gwen Stefani, the iconic pop sensation, has made a triumphant return with her latest single, ‘True Babe’.…

Miles Kane, ‘The Wonder’ – Single Review ★★★★☆

George MillingtonJun 26, 2023
Miles Kane

‘The Wonder’ by Miles Kane – Single Rating: 4/5 ★★★★☆ Miles Kane is on a roll, and on the listening evidence from his last three single releases…

The Hives, ‘Countdown to Shutdown’ – Single Review ★★★★☆

Rob SapwellJun 19, 2023
The Hives

‘Countdown to Shutdown’ by The Hives – Single Rating: 4/5 ★★★★☆ Swedish rockers The Hives are undeniably back with a bang, and certainly cooking listening to the…

Christine and the Queens, ‘A day in the water’ – Single Review ★★★★☆

Rob SapwellJun 14, 2023
Christine And The Queens

‘A day in the water’ by Christine and the Queens – Single Rating: 4/5 ★★★★☆ Chris has arguably been the best musical entity to come out of…

Jimmy Eat World, ‘Telepath’ – Single Review ★★★★☆

Emily HarrisJun 12, 2023
Wallows

‘Telepath’ by Jimmy Eat World – Single Rating: 4/5 ★★★★☆ Jimmy Eat World, the iconic indie-rock band known for their memorable hits, have just released their new…

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 IZILION.

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 IZILION 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 IZILION 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

IZILION 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.