Accomplishing It: A Recap of the Previous Week in DIY and Indie Music News
The past week has been a whirlwind of activity in the DIY and indie music scene, highlighting the unabated creativity and resilience of artists who are managing their careers outside the mainstream music industry frameworks. Here’s your concise roundup of the most significant happenings and standout moments.
Emerging Albums and EPs
Our musical landscape was richly colored this past week with several notable album releases:
- “Echoes from Nowhere” by The Driftless – Released on March 5, 2023, this album brings a haunting blend of ambient sounds and minimalist instrumentals that showcase the band’s evolution.
- “Bridges and Byroads” by Sara Jennings – Dropping her debut EP on March 7, 2023, Sara melds folk music with sharp, introspective lyrics, making her a name to watch in the indie folk scene.
Milestone Achievements
It was also a week of significant achievements for several indie artists:
- Max Raynor Band Hits 1 Million Streams – The indie rock band celebrated reaching one million streams on Spotify for their latest single “Rise and Fall,” a milestone reached on March 6, 2023.
- Veils of Jura Signs with Sleepless Records – This post-rock duo from Glasgow announced their signing to Sleepless Records on March 8, 2023, a major step in their burgeoning career.
Live Events and Festival Alerts
Last week was also buzzing with announcements regarding live shows and festivals:
- Indie Music Fest 2023 – Scheduled for July 2023 in Brooklyn, New York, this festival announced its lineup on March 9, 2023, featuring headliners such as Cloud Nothings and Beach Bunny.
- Lola Parks at Red Room – The beloved indie folk singer announced a surprise show at the Red Room, Vancouver on March 5, 2023, which sold out in a matter of hours.
Insightful Interviews
Insight was offered through interviews with some of the leading voices in the indie scene:
- Interview with Eli Reed of Pale Moon – On March 10, 2023, the frontman discussed the band’s upcoming projects and his take on the future of DIY music in an exclusive interview with ‘Underground Tunes Magazine’.
Concluding Note
As indie and DIY musicians continue to carve out spaces for themselves, their stories of perseverance and creative triumphs remain the pulse of the music scene. This past week highlighted that the spirit of independent music is not only alive but thriving, with new tales of success and ambition unfolded daily.
