Category:Indie Dance

Indie Dance is a genre that blends elements of indie rock and electronic dance music, often incorporating alternative and synthpop influences. It emerged in the early 2000s as a response to the crossover between indie bands and electronic music producers.

Characteristics

• Danceable, mid-tempo beats, typically between 110-130 BPM.
• Synth-driven melodies and indie rock-style vocals, creating a hybrid sound.
• Live instrument elements, such as guitars, bass, and organic drum patterns.
• Strong influence from post-punk, new wave, and synthpop, giving it a retro aesthetic.
• Often associated with underground and alternative music scenes, rather than mainstream EDM.

Artists and Labels

Indie Dance has been championed by various artists and labels, including:

• Kitsuné Music
• DFA Records
• Modular Recordings

Notable artists in the genre include:

• LCD Soundsystem
• Hot Chip
• Justice
• Cut Copy
• Röyksopp
• Empire of the Sun