Indie Rock’s Undead: Re-animating Keith Harris’s 'Did New York Kill Indie Rock?'.

This article provides an overview of the current state of indie rock and its evolution. It acknowledges criticisms of the genre for its lack of diversity and focus on white, heterosexual males. The concept of "Antonoffication" is explored, which refers to the infusion of indie rock aesthetics into mainstream pop music. The article also discusses the trend of "indie sleaze," which romanticizes the past and highlights the gentrification and domestication of indie rock. It examines the shift towards a more mainstream and commercial sound, with corporate gigs becoming the main source of income for indie rock artists. The role of New York City in the gentrification of indie rock is also discussed, with Williamsburg becoming a hub for the genre. The article argues that indie rock has become more elitist and commercially-driven, losing its punk and post-punk roots. The privatization of the music scene and the impact of digital technology on indie rock are explored, with a focus on the loss of community and social network. The article also examines the co-optation of independent music scenes for marketing purposes and the adaptation of indie rock to patriarchal racial capitalism. Overall, the article provides insights into the changing landscape of indie rock and its relationship with mainstream music. [Extracted from the article]

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