The albums that define
indietronica.
Our picks for where to start with indietronica — with a one-line read on why each one matters.
Top indietronica artists
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The indietronica essentials
Twenty-four picks. Press play on any of them.
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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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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Cornelius
Mellow Waves
A dreamy blend of Shibuya-kei pop and experimental textures, enveloping listeners in serene soundscapes.
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Cornelius
96/69
A kaleidoscopic blend of genres, merging experimental rock with playful pop and world influences.
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Phoenix
Alpha Zulu
A vibrant blend of synths and catchy melodies that encapsulate modern French pop sensibilities.
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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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Cut Copy
I Thought of Numbers
A vibrant blend of synth-driven melodies and danceable grooves that captures early 2000s electropop energy.
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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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Chvrches
Hansa Session
A vibrant exploration of synth-pop, blending emotional depth with infectious melodies and dynamic production.
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Phoenix
Live! Thirty Days Ago
A vibrant fusion of indie pop and electronic soundscapes that captures the energy of a live performance.
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Nicolas Jaar
2012–2017
A haunting blend of ambient textures and subtle rhythms that evoke introspection and emotional depth.
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Glass Animals
I Love You So F***ing Much
A vibrant fusion of electronic textures and psychedelic melodies invites listeners into a surreal soundscape.
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Glass Animals
Dreamland
A vibrant mosaic of dreamy synths and nostalgic beats that evoke a sense of surreal escapism.
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Nicolas Jaar
Sirens
A haunting blend of ambient textures and rhythmic pulses that evoke an otherworldly atmosphere.
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Metronomy
Pip Paine
A kaleidoscopic blend of quirky melodies and electronic beats, capturing the essence of mid-2000s indie pop.
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Joywave
Cleanse
A vibrant blend of indie pop and alternative rock, weaving introspective themes with catchy hooks and pulsating rhythms.
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Metronomy
Small World
A vibrant blend of indie pop and electro with introspective lyrics wrapped in catchy melodies.
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Joywave
Permanent Pleasure
Joywave's 'Permanent Pleasure' radiates vibrant synths and catchy hooks, merging alternative rock with indietronica flair.
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Piano Magic
Part Monster
A haunting blend of melancholic melodies and atmospheric soundscapes, merging indie rock with ethereal electronics.
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Chiiild
Synthetic Soul
A lush blend of psychedelic soul and contemporary R&B that invites introspection through its experimental textures.
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Piano Magic
The Troubled Sleep of Piano Magic
Ethereal melodies merge with haunting vocals, crafting a spectral soundscape that blurs the lines between dream and reality.
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