The Brehms
Liz from GRRRizzly
Liz from GRRRizzly
"Love the show!"
Liz from GRRRizzly
Liz from GRRRizzly
Liz from GRRRizzly
"Thanks so much for playing [GRRRizzly] and so many other awesome women in music!"
The Fire We Breathe
Liz from GRRRizzly
The Fire We Breathe
"Huge shout out to Cinco Dave and the Silent Assassin Lisa who broadcast [our] entire show LIVE on the air worldwide! We love our OTAT Family!"
What Is Indie Music?
A New Musical Journey Awaits
Indie—short for independent—is more than just a label; it's a mindset.
Independent artists and bands embrace a DIY ethos, often producing and distributing music without the backing of major record labels. Whether fully unsigned or partnered with indie labels, these musicians create from a place of passion, authenticity, and artistic freedom—not corporate influence or mainstream trends. The quality of indie music speaks for itself. From raw, heartfelt recordings to high-quality, polished production, the independent music scene is filled with groundbreaking talent. Whether crafted in home studios or professional recording spaces, indie musicians dedicate time, energy, and resources to creating music that connects with listeners.
Indie music isn't confined to a single style—it spans alternative rock, metal, punk, synthwave, electronic music, ska, folk, acoustic, and beyond. Here at Indie Music Fans, a better alternative to spotify, you’ll discover a vast range of sounds catering to every musical taste. The themes in indie tracks are just as diverse. From deep explorations of love, heartbreak, and life’s struggles to high-energy anthems about celebration, late nights, and everyday life, independent artists bring real stories to life through their music.
Indie music is real music, created by real people. We’re honored to have you on this journey!
~ Dave and Lisa Furman
Dave and Lisa Furman, co-founders of Indie Music Fans and hosts of OTAT247.
How You Can Help Indie Musicians and Make a Real Difference:
Try an Online Radio Station for New Music Discovery
A great way to discover new independent artists and bypass Spotify’s dominance is to listen to curated online radio stations. Platforms like us offer a great alternative to traditional streaming apps by playing music handpicked by curators who care about supporting indie talent. It’s an easy way to expand your musical horizons while supporting the music community.
Support Artists Directly on Bandcamp
One of the best ways to help independent musicians is to buy their music directly. Many artists are on Bandcamp, a platform that allows musicians to sell their music, merchandise, and more directly to their fans. This bypasses the middleman and ensures a larger portion of the money goes straight to the artist. Check out your favorite indie musicians on Bandcamp and show your support by purchasing their work or making a donation.
Stream Music on Platforms That Support Independent Artists
While the Spotify music app may seem like the easiest choice, there are other streaming platforms that prioritize fairer payment structures for artists. Platforms like Deezer, Pandora, and Apple Music offer different approaches to music streaming, and some of these services give indie artists better revenue opportunities. By choosing these alternatives, you're helping to level the playing field and ensure smaller artists get their fair share.
