Indian Independent Music Report
Five years. Countless voices. The revolution of sound. As we celebrate TuneCore India’s 5-year anniversary, we dive deep into data showing how independent artists are shaping the future of Indian music.
Landmark releases that shaped India’s independent music scene
From breakout singles to culture-shifting albums, these releases weren’t just hits—they were milestones. Discover the moments that defined Indian indie music, distributed by TuneCore.
Liggi - Ritviz
Dilbar - Tech Panda, Kenzani & Rusha & Blizza
Goat, Do You Know - Diljit Dosanjh
Excuses - AP Dhillon
Para - Hrishi
Where independent voices are loudest
From Delhi to Chennai, indie music echoes throughout the country. These are the cities leading the charge—diverse in sound, united in purpose.
Where regional sounds rule
Indie belongs to every language, every lane, every listener. Regional sounds—from Punjabi to Bengali—are not just rising, they’re changing the face of independent music.
English influence: global language, local artists
The English language coexists alongside regional languages across all of India. In the last five years, a significant number of independent releases have been in the English language.
Independent music is on the rise
Independent Artists are releasing more, reaching further and growing faster than ever before.
Taking charge: Indian independent artists’ release strategies
From singles that make a statement to albums that tell a story—artists are choosing what works for them and taking control of their careers. TuneCore gives them the resources to do it all, in every language, genre, and format.
Beyond distribution: TuneCore Accelerator is helping artists build their audiences
TuneCore Accelerator helps artists go further, faster—with global visibility and real, scalable impact.
TuneCore Accelerator: from India to the World
TuneCore accelerator is driving music export—1 in 20 streams now comes from international fans.
