Caught in the Net

http://www.indierockcafe.com/

A Timely Tune-in for All-ternative Fans

In this age of hipster pretensions, where the new and individual are growing as common as ironic moustaches, it’s crucial for would-be cool kids to discover and share new musical talent. Instead of relying on word of mouth or scouring the tomes of entertainment media, though, savants need proceed to Indie Rock Café (IRC) – a comprehensive guide to the latest and otherwise noteworthy indie bands.

Admittedly, this reviewer rarely leaves the site’s homepage. This is only because it contains such consistently original and intriguing content all on its own. Available upon visit is an impressive lineup of musicians correlating with background editorial, photos and most importantly of all, songs. To learn about new music while actually hearing it in tandem is about as helpful a resource as can be. Better still, exhuming choice titles from IRC may well earn one a leg in the skinny pants of lyrically-minded circles.

Navigating this hub is grounded in seamlessly solid web technology. A virtual mp3 mix tape is constantly at users’ disposal – or rather absorption – via a surprisingly effective Yahoo! app. Flanking sidebars make use of online social saturation and provide other compact features such as CD release dates, record label listings and even assembled playlists.

Whether taking in IRC’s music videos or weekly ‘Top 10,’ exploring is a one-click process. The e-space is most unique this way in its unfettered streaming. Its instantaneous nature is as welcoming to digital crowds as cozy caffeine oases are to laptop nesters. Certainly a resource to be thankful for, the Rock Café performs a public service custom tailored to today’s eclectic contemporaries. Exchanging conjecture for enjoyment, it’s preternaturally informed so you don’t have to be.