Artist Genre Category: Indie/Alternative

The female voice has always been a projection screen for sexist expectations, the conscious and unconscious reproduction of which British pop researcher Helen Reddington aptly describes as ‘gender ventriloquism’ (the ventriloquism of gender stereotypes). Even in the 21st century, half a century … read more »

You hear a twangy, overdriven Western guitar, underlaid by an organ. Sometimes a gloomy synthesizer joins the mix. Call it ‘fuzz folk’, or just indie music. Call it “Big Thief in German,” “early Tocotronic, but later,” or “Isolation Berlin from Vienna” – … read more »

Enesi M. is a vocalist, songwriter and producer who fuses heavy metal sounds with hip-hop, electronic, reggaeton and baile funk rhythms. She pairs harsh, guttural vocals with rap and multi-voice harmony, refusing to conform to one genre; her lyrics explore the entire … read more »

Producer, songwriter and artist Veronika J. Koenig – known by her stage name FARCE – remains unimpressed with genre restrictions and finds her niche in anything that is heavy in bass and intense in emotion. At home in the feminist underground as … read more »

There is nothing wrong with musical pathos. Especially when it is combined with musical talent. Philipp Szalay – founder and leader of Farewell Dear Ghost – is not afraid of big feelings or big gestures. And he incorporates them into his music … read more »

With distorted guitars and catchy hooks about confusion in the heart or head, the Viennese new wave artist fiio brings timeless indie rock sound combined with everyday romance. His lyrics circle around being too old and/or too young, quarter-life crisis and internet … read more »

The band is no longer active under this name. Here are the links to their current projects: Ankathie:  Ankathie Koi Judith:      Judith Filimónova The good thing about pop music is that even when you think it has all been done … read more »

The exercise of turning pain into art is one Filiah has mastered. The Austrian indie-folk artist weaves together intimate storytelling with delicate arrangements that she describes as “indie folk with a glittery sparkle of pop.” Filiah tells her story of burning out … read more »

FREUDE from Vienna rise up with a creative vision that combines the indie and alternative sound of the 90s and 2000s with fresh pop elements. However, the band is not just another chapter in the history of music, but a bold reinvention … read more »

Friedberg is an all-female four-piece band based in London, led by the talented singer, guitarist, and cowbell enthusiast, Anna Friedberg. Their music blends post-punk and alt-rock with infectious pop sensibilities, creating a sound that feels both familiar and refreshingly unique. The band … read more »