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Kansas Indie

Kansas indie, hailing from the sunflower state, is an eclectic tapestry woven with the broad threads of independent music, characterized by its grassroots origins and a diverse sound that refuses to be pigeonholed. Infused with a DIY ethos reminiscent of the Midwest's no-frills, hardworking spirit, this genre blends the earnest storytelling of heartland rock, the raw emotion of punk, and the intimate melodies of folk. It fosters a vibrant, yet understated sonic landscape, nurtured by a community-oriented scene that values authenticity over commerciality. The result is a musical experience that is both personal and expansive, encapsulating the wide-open spaces and the complex, soulful heartbeat of Kansas through introspective lyrics, intricate musicianship, and an inherent drive for innovation.

Top Genres

Indie Rock Alternative Rock Indie Folk Folk Rock Post-punk Garage Rock Americana Emo Alternative Indie Underground Rock Lo-fi Indie Heartland Rock Indie Punk

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Lawrence Ks Indie Acoustic Rock Emo Emo Punk Alternative Alternative Pop Funk Indie Pop Indie Rock Psychedelia

Latest Kansas Indie Release

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Single - Released September 24, 2025

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September 24, 2025

Nancy Dancing
Tommy Newport
2 tracks
May 21

Roll Up My Love
Tommy Newport
1 tracks
February 5

Following The Feeling
Tommy Newport
1 tracks
September 17, 2024

Somewhere
Mates of State
1 tracks
August 7

Mister Domino
Tommy Newport
12 tracks
August 7

Mister Domino
Tommy Newport
12 tracks
July 10

Sugar On My Tongue
Tommy Newport
2 tracks
July 10

Sugar On My Tongue
Tommy Newport
2 tracks
June 26

Tangerine (Roosevelt Remix)
Tommy Newport
2 tracks
June 26

Tangerine (Roosevelt Remix)
Tommy Newport
2 tracks
May 29

Accidental Tourist
Tommy Newport
2 tracks
May 29

Accidental Tourist
Tommy Newport
2 tracks
April 3

All My Time
Tommy Newport
3 tracks
April 3

All My Time
Tommy Newport
3 tracks
February 28

Sweet Dream
Tommy Newport
1 tracks
February 28

Sweet Dream
Tommy Newport
2 tracks
February 28

Sweet Dream
Tommy Newport
2 tracks
January 18

Secret Place
Tommy Newport
2 tracks
January 18

Secret Place
Tommy Newport
2 tracks
September 27, 2023

Don't Mind
Tommy Newport
2 tracks
September 27

Don't Mind
Tommy Newport
2 tracks
August 9

Tangerine
Tommy Newport
1 tracks
August 9

Tangerine
Tommy Newport
1 tracks
February 17

Glasshead
Tommy Newport
10 tracks
September 30, 2022

Jackpot (feat. Jazz Cartier)
Tommy Newport•
Jazz Cartier
1 tracks
June 17

Belief In Habits
VEHICLES
11 tracks
June 3

Keep The Receipts
VEHICLES
1 tracks
May 6

40 Hour Angels
VEHICLES
1 tracks
April 8

Sirens
VEHICLES
1 tracks
October 8, 2021

Liquid
Tommy Newport
6 tracks
April 13

Stargazer (with EARTHGANG)
Tommy Newport•
EARTHGANG
1 tracks
February 19

Ultra Mango
Tommy Newport
6 tracks
December 18, 2020

Thank Goodness
Kill Vargas
6 tracks
June 23

Good God! I Want to Be Whole
The Travel Guide
10 tracks
May 22

Avalanche / Liars
VEHICLES
2 tracks
May 8

Tunnels (Extended)
Kill Vargas
1 tracks
February 14

Valentine's Day / Heart Attack
Kill Vargas
2 tracks
January 31

Someone Like Me
Tommy Newport
1 tracks
December 30, 2019

Sunday Paper
Milmine
1 tracks
October 2

Tommy Gun
Tommy Newport
5 tracks

August 7, 2024

Mister Domino
Tommy Newport
12 tracks
August 7

Mister Domino
Tommy Newport
12 tracks
February 17, 2023

Glasshead
Tommy Newport
10 tracks
June 17, 2022

Belief In Habits
VEHICLES
11 tracks
October 8, 2021

Liquid
Tommy Newport
6 tracks
February 19

Ultra Mango
Tommy Newport
6 tracks
December 18, 2020

Thank Goodness
Kill Vargas
6 tracks
June 23

Good God! I Want to Be Whole
The Travel Guide
10 tracks
October 2, 2019

Tommy Gun
Tommy Newport
5 tracks
April 2

Laugh It Off
Kill Vargas
10 tracks
March 7

Harvard Ave.
After Judo
9 tracks
November 16, 2018

Just To Be Ironic
Tommy Newport
13 tracks
December 2, 2017

Kill Vargas / Tideway
Kill Vargas•
Tideway
4 tracks
December 2

Kill Vargas / Tideway
Kill Vargas•
Tideway
4 tracks
November 14

So Long And Thanks
Milmine
14 tracks
April 7

ECHO
VEHICLES
11 tracks
March 10

Tunnel Vision
Kill Vargas
6 tracks
December 26, 2015

Trading a Dream
The Travel Guide
11 tracks
June 16

You're Going To Make It
Mates of State
5 tracks
February 22, 2014

This Bluebird Wants Me Dead
VEHICLES
11 tracks

September 24, 2025

Nancy Dancing
Tommy Newport
2 tracks
May 21

Roll Up My Love
Tommy Newport
1 tracks
February 5

Following The Feeling
Tommy Newport
1 tracks
September 17, 2024

Somewhere
Mates of State
1 tracks
July 10

Sugar On My Tongue
Tommy Newport
2 tracks
July 10

Sugar On My Tongue
Tommy Newport
2 tracks
June 26

Tangerine (Roosevelt Remix)
Tommy Newport
2 tracks
June 26

Tangerine (Roosevelt Remix)
Tommy Newport
2 tracks
May 29

Accidental Tourist
Tommy Newport
2 tracks
May 29

Accidental Tourist
Tommy Newport
2 tracks
April 3

All My Time
Tommy Newport
3 tracks
April 3

All My Time
Tommy Newport
3 tracks
February 28

Sweet Dream
Tommy Newport
2 tracks
February 28

Sweet Dream
Tommy Newport
2 tracks
February 28

Sweet Dream
Tommy Newport
1 tracks
January 18

Secret Place
Tommy Newport
2 tracks
January 18

Secret Place
Tommy Newport
2 tracks
September 27, 2023

Don't Mind
Tommy Newport
2 tracks
September 27

Don't Mind
Tommy Newport
2 tracks
August 9

Tangerine
Tommy Newport
1 tracks