# The Indie Scene

Independent artists, touring culture, and the underground music scene.

Page: <https://rssamplifier.com/moredopemusic-substack-com>  
Feed: <https://rssamplifier.com/moredopemusic-substack-com.md>

---

## [August Is Stacked: Moredopemusic Continues Building the Indie Scene Across the Southeast and Beyond](https://moredopemusic.substack.com/p/august-is-stacked-moredopemusic-continues)

_2026-08-05 · Moredopemusic_

From Atlanta to Nashville, Asheville to Oklahoma City, August is shaping up to be one of Moredopemusic's busiest months yet.

## [Elijah Cruise Releases “Black / White,” a Dark Love Song Rooted in Early 2010s Alternative Music](https://moredopemusic.substack.com/p/elijah-cruise-releases-black-white)

_2026-07-31 · Moredopemusic_

Nashville alternative artist Elijah Cruise returns with “Black / White,” a dark and romantic new song accompanied by an intimate live performance video filmed at Madison Records in Atlanta, GA.

## [Atticus Roness: Chasing Timeless Rock 'N' Roll](https://moredopemusic.substack.com/p/atticus-roness-chasing-timeless-rock)

_2026-07-21 · Moredopemusic_

The Atlanta songwriter discusses the inspiration behind "Wives Tale," the making of Rock 'N' Roll Hit Parade, and why great songs never go out of style.

## [The Best Way to Keep Your Local Music Scene Alive? Show Up.](https://moredopemusic.substack.com/p/the-best-way-to-keep-your-local-music)

_2026-07-06 · Moredopemusic_

Every great music scene starts the same way—not with sold-out arenas or viral TikToks, but with a handful of people taking a chance on artists they haven't heard yet.

## [The $15 Ticket Revolution](https://moredopemusic.substack.com/p/the-15-ticket-revolution)

_2026-07-01 · Moredopemusic_

There was a time when the dream of seeing your favorite band meant fighting Ticketmaster queues, paying $18 for parking, and wondering whether you’ll be close enough to actually recognize the artist.

## [3 Indie Acts That Should Be Playing Bigger Rooms](https://moredopemusic.substack.com/p/3-indie-acts-that-should-be-playing)

_2026-06-08 · Moredopemusic_

If you’re lucky enough to catch them in a smaller room, don’t take it for granted. The window where great bands are still this accessible never stays open forever.

## [The New DIY Economy of Indie Music](https://moredopemusic.substack.com/p/the-new-diy-economy-of-indie-music)

_2026-06-01 · Moredopemusic_

For a long time, the music industry sold artists one version of success. Get signed. Get backed by a label. Hope somebody with money believes in you enough to push your music into the world.

## [There’s something really refreshing about Atlanta indie band Shock Tea.](https://moredopemusic.substack.com/p/theres-something-really-refreshing)

_2026-05-27 · Moredopemusic_

Their new deluxe EP, Drop The Ball, feels unique in the best way possible — experimental without trying too hard, groovy without sounding overly polished, and different enough to keep you locked in the whole time.

## [The Return to Real: Why Supporting Indie Music Matters More Than Ever](https://moredopemusic.substack.com/p/the-return-to-real-why-supporting)

_2026-05-25 · Moredopemusic_

There’s something happening in independent music right now that feels impossible to fake.

## [Your 24/7 AI Media Buyer (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/T5znD3duMmTY)

_2026-05-25 · **Sponsored**_

Finds placement, geo, and funnel leaks and proposes fixes you approve

## [Industrial pop and gothic glamour collide in the world of OUDi, the Nashville-by-way-of-Toronto artist turning heartbreak into cinematic anthems.](https://moredopemusic.substack.com/p/industrial-pop-and-gothic-glamour)

_2026-05-21 · Moredopemusic_

Following the release of her March 2026 single “Only Tattoo,” OUDi is preparing to hit the road for her upcoming Empathy for Hire Tour — a run of dates that continues building momentum.