Essential indietronica listening

The albums that define indietronica.

Our picks for where to start with indietronica — with a one-line read on why each one matters.

The indietronica essentials

Twenty-four picks. Press play on any of them.

Love Is Dead

Chvrches

Love Is Dead

A shimmering blend of synth-pop and indietronica infused with poignant lyrics and anthemic choruses.

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Dreamland

Glass Animals

Dreamland

A vibrant mosaic of dreamy synths and nostalgic beats that evoke a sense of surreal escapism.

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Alpha Zulu

Phoenix

Alpha Zulu

A vibrant blend of synths and catchy melodies that encapsulate modern French pop sensibilities.

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Wolfgang Amadeus Phoenix

Phoenix

Wolfgang Amadeus Phoenix

A vibrant blend of synth-pop and rock, pulsating with infectious melodies and elegant arrangements.

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It's Never Been Like That

Phoenix

It's Never Been Like That

A vibrant blend of infectious melodies and shimmering synths that capture the essence of French pop rock.

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United

Phoenix

United

A vibrant collision of indie pop and electronic textures that reflects carefree summer days in a Parisian landscape.

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Alphabetical

Phoenix

Alphabetical

A vibrant blend of synth-pop and rock, laced with infectious melodies and playful lyrics.

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Bankrupt!

Phoenix

Bankrupt!

A vibrant blend of synth-pop and indie rock that pulses with infectious energy and playful experimentation.

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Ti Amo

Phoenix

Ti Amo

A vibrant blend of synth-pop and indie rock radiates warmth and nostalgia, capturing the essence of summer romance.

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Bright Like Neon Love

Cut Copy

Bright Like Neon Love

Euphoric synths and vibrant rhythms create a kaleidoscopic journey through the dancefloor of the early 2000s.

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In Ghost Colours

Cut Copy

In Ghost Colours

A vibrant blend of synth-driven melodies and infectious beats that evoke a euphoric dance atmosphere.

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Nights Out

Metronomy

Nights Out

A vibrant blend of electro-pop and indie sensibilities, pulsating with dancefloor-ready grooves and quirky lyricism.

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The English Riviera

Metronomy

The English Riviera

A vibrant blend of catchy melodies and eclectic electronic textures that evoke a sun-soaked coastal atmosphere.

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Screen Violence

Chvrches

Screen Violence

A pulsating blend of synth-pop and indietronica that explores the complexities of modern relationships amid digital chaos.

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Lights

Ellie Goulding

Lights

Ethereal synths intertwine with haunting vocals, creating a shimmering soundscape that feels both intimate and expansive.

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Run Into the Light

Ellie Goulding

Run Into the Light

Ethereal remixes transform Ellie Goulding's dreamy pop into a vibrant soundscape that pulses with energy and emotion.

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Higher Than Heaven

Ellie Goulding

Higher Than Heaven

Ethereal synths and pulsating beats intertwine with Goulding's airy vocals, creating a euphoric sonic landscape.

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Brightest Blue

Ellie Goulding

Brightest Blue

Ethereal synths intertwine with introspective lyrics, creating a lush and atmospheric exploration of love and self-discovery.

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Halcyon

Ellie Goulding

Halcyon

Ethereal synth-driven melodies intertwine with poignant lyrics, creating a dreamlike sonic landscape that captivates the listener.

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Delirium

Ellie Goulding

Delirium

A vibrant blend of electropop and indie influences, pulsing with infectious energy and emotional resonance.

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Halcyon Days

Ellie Goulding

Halcyon Days

A vibrant tapestry of synths and soaring vocals creating an uplifting blend of pop and dreamlike atmospheres.

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An Introduction to Ellie Goulding

Ellie Goulding

An Introduction to Ellie Goulding

Ethereal vocals intertwine with electronic beats and acoustic elements, creating a dreamy pop landscape.

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69/96

Cornelius

69/96

An eclectic blend of experimental sounds and genres creating a vibrant auditory journey through nostalgia and futurism.

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The First Question Award

Cornelius

The First Question Award

An eclectic blend of experimental soundscapes and playful melodies that defines the Shibuya-kei movement.

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