Indie Rock Music

Free from the massive hype surrounding their debut, Vampire Weekend has progressed musically. On Contra, they mix in new influences to create a more atmospheric record.

Jan 11, 2010 - Nicholas Fehertoi

Sophomore effort from this Austin band shows they are more than just a one album wonder.

Dec 27, 2009 - Sarah M. Vasquez

Indie Suite talks to rock band's lead singer and bass player, Kenny Byrka, ahead of release of the band's third album, Save Your Vinyl

Dec 19, 2009 - Lisa Sutlieff

Pavement first appeared in the 90's music underground with a series of raucous, heavily distorted singles whose origins were shrouded in mystery.

Dec 10, 2009 - Mike Cole

Indie Suite talks to bassist and lead singer Kenny Byrka, ahead of release of the band's third album, Save Your Vinyl.

Dec 9, 2009 - Lisa Sutlieff

One Fast Move or I'm Gone: Kerouac's Big Sur, a documentary soundtrack, collects 12 original songs based on Jack Kerouac's legendary 1962 novel.

Nov 23, 2009 - James W. Coates

With 2009 proving to be the mother of all debuts for Ealing band the White Lies, Indie Suite takes a closer look at the album that knocked indie music for six.

Nov 22, 2009 - Lisa Sutlieff

In three years (2006-2009), Natasha Khan has received two Mercury Prize nominations, an ASCAP award, and gained notable fans, including Bjork, Ringo Starr and Thom Yorke.

Nov 17, 2009 - Charlie Doherty

Sherwood know they can write a chorus that will get stuck in listeners' heads, and there is no shortage of catchy songs on their 2009 release, QU.

Nov 16, 2009 - Jason Schneider

It's startling to hear, despite albums packed with ideas and fascinating projects always on the go, the Fiery Furnaces' Matthew Friedberger deny his creativity.

Nov 12, 2009 - Shawn Conner

Buzz band status attached itself early to the Raveonettes. Now, though, the band's Sharin Foo and Sune Rose Wagner are no longer the hot young things du jour.

Nov 8, 2009 - Shawn Conner

Bella loses a Vampire and gains a Werewolf while Death Cab for Cutie, Thom Yorke, the Killers, Muse and Grizzly Bear soundtrack her life under the New Moon.

Nov 4, 2009 - James W. Coates

Steve Jones and John James Newman talk to Suite 101 about concept albums, cockney humour and their former frustration with the covers circuit.

Nov 1, 2009 - Lisa Sutlieff

Brit Rock 'n' Rollers John James Newman and Steve Jones talk exclusively about Elkie Brooks, how to make it in music, and how their songwriting relationship works

Nov 1, 2009 - Lisa Sutlieff

Hospice is one of the most personal and poignant albums that you're likely to hear all year, if not all decade.

Oct 30, 2009 - Tom Jowett

British blues rockers John James Newman and Steve Jones discuss friendship, early rivalry and TVH's classroom beginnings following 2009's release of album Into The World

Oct 18, 2009 - Lisa Sutlieff

Grizzly Bear the band visited Vancouver's Vogue Theatre on October 14 and brought with them stunning harmonies and a truck-load of indie rock cred.

Oct 15, 2009 - Mikala Taylor

Omaha, Nebraska's Cursive return to the indie scene after two albums, a band break up, and the wilting of frontman Tim Kasher's failed nuptials.

Oct 2, 2009 - Sean Costa

A review of the debut album from Friendly Fires - one of the most exciting British bands to arrive on the scene in 2009.

Oct 2, 2009 - Carl McQueen

The boys from Truth About Seafood are back, and they're ready to rock. Check out what's new with the band in this exclusive interview.

Sep 23, 2009 - Minka Gantenbein

The Middle East produces unique music and poetic lyrics.

Sep 14, 2009 - Elisabeth Sharber

Andy Chase of Ivy has come out with his third Brookville CD. Some of his strongest songs to date shine a light on the complexities of broken relationships.

Sep 7, 2009 - Michael Waterson

The Decemberists fifth album offering continues their love of vintage lyrics in a modern setting in their most ambitious album yet. It's a epic worth the time.

Aug 30, 2009 - Adam Pracht

L.A. folk rockers, Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeros exude a positive, feel-good vibe on their impassioned hippie-style debut album Up From Below.

Aug 27, 2009 - Minka Gantenbein

On Sunday, August 16th, 2009, fans and curious denizens of Central Park gathered around the Center Summer Stage to check out legendary indie rockers: Dinosaur Jr.

Aug 20, 2009 - Todd Christopher Petty