Independent Music

Tell the FTC to Stop the Music Monopoly -- Support Music Freedom

Christopher Naoum | Posted 05.16.2012

Christopher Naoum

Control by two behemoth labels would prevent the development of innovative new digital music distribution models, would take away avenues of exposure for independent artists, and would raise the price of digital music for consumers.

College Radio: You Will Be Assimilated

Tracy Rosenberg | Posted 05.25.2011

Tracy Rosenberg

College radio is part of the diverse package of community media voices around the country that keep the radio waves open to the public, training millions of young people in technology.

Obama Changes The Rap Game

Daniel Riggs | Posted 05.25.2011

Daniel Riggs

Hip-hop music has always acted as a sort of watchdog for political movement. Lyrics range from anti-American to revolutionary to ideas that encourage listeners to simply stay aware.

Indie Music Memo To FCC: We Need A Level Playing Field Too

Rich Bengloff | Posted 05.25.2011

Rich Bengloff

Just like the free exchange of ideas, freedom in the arts requires equal access for players of all sizes. When it's up to fans, demand for independent music increases dramatically.

Indie Music: A Soundtrack for Troubling Financial Times

Georgianne Nienaber | Posted 05.25.2011

Georgianne Nienaber

Like southern sweet tea on a hot afternoon, everything about the album Hush is just plain excellent and singer/songwriter Claire Holley's voice is nothing short of achingly beautiful.