Indie music and the Independent record labels that turned the music industry on its head in the 1980s with their sound and attitude still remains a huge influence today.
These independent labels were run by people with an unorthodox approach to business and a singular vision, that challenged the conventions of the record industry at the time; and who, in the aftermath of punk, embraced a DIY ethos that allowed them to build brands alongside the corporate giants.
Labels like Factory, Rough Trade & Mute broke into and sustained a position in the mainstream market signing bands such as The Smiths, Orange Juice & New Order, whose unhindered musical experimentation connected with a wide audience.
Today the independent record labels continue to play their part, Adele’s ‘21’, one of the best ever selling albums was released by independent XL.
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