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As we close out a decade, it’s safe to say that the rock world was defined by the indie rock movement. What started out at the beginning of the decade on the heels of the success of bands like The Strokes, the White Stripes, and others, has turned into an entire genre all in its own.

It’s unique to see the longevity of the indie movement when you consider other recent music genres that had shorter life spans. Whether it was new wave or heavy metal in the 80s, or alternative rock in the 90s, none of them were as big for as long as indie rock this past decade, let alone as expansive.

Bands like The Strokes, Wilco, The White Stripes, and many others quickly made a footprint in the music scene as the decade began. Their lack of regard for a mainstream sound was welcomed by music critics and fans alike.

As far as the definition of indie rock is concerned, you might get a different answer if you ask any single music lover. Some would say that it’s a frame of mind, and some might be more technical in saying that it means the band is signed to an independent label – or no label at all.

Therefore, the concept of indie music most likely refers to an original sound that isn’t afraid to test the boundaries and challenge the notions of traditional made for radio pop music.

The inventiveness remains strong and many bands continue to polish their sounds, chartering into musical territory that’s never been explored before.

The digital age has played a major role in making this possible. Perhaps it’s simply a matter of the fact that the Internet has brought about a much more widespread availability of great music. Maybe this music was always here, but we never knew about it. Whatever it is, I won’t be complaining about it.

Just as classic rock made a deep footprint in the’60s and the’70s, indie rock may very well define the next decade too.

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