"The Sound of Edinburgh Indie" brings together a collection of tracks showcasing the variety of independent music emerging from Scotland’s capital. From the hook-driven anthems of Vistas and swim school to the atmospheric sounds of Wrest and Mt. Doubt, this playlist covers a wide spectrum of indie styles. Artists like The Spook School, Withered Hand, and Cheap Teeth add their own distinctive energy, while experimental and post-punk influences come through in selections from rEDOLENT, Birdhead, and The Filthy Tongues.
Blending sharp lyricism, melodic guitar lines, and inventive production, this playlist highlights both rising talent and more established names in the Edinburgh indie scene. Whether it's the dreamy textures of Stillhound, the raw edge of Fistymuffs, or the infectious rhythms of Ayakara, each track brings a different perspective to the city’s evolving sound.
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