indie

• Describe algo, generalmente música, películas o arte, creado de forma independiente de los grandes sellos o estudios comerciales.

Describes something, typically music, film, or art, that is produced independently of major commercial record labels or studios.

1. Independent musicB2informal

   Describes pop groups or artists that are not signed to a major record label, often associated with a DIY ethos and alternative style.

   indie (música independiente)

   • The indie band released their album on their own label.
   • She prefers listening to indie music over mainstream pop.
   • The festival featured several indie artists from around the world.

   Sinónimosalternativeindependentunderground

   Antónimosmainstreammajor

2. Independent film or mediaB2informal

   Describes films, games, or other media produced outside the major studio system, often with smaller budgets and creative freedom.

   Independiente (cine, juegos, medios)

   • The indie film won several awards at the festival.
   • He is a fan of indie video games that focus on storytelling.
   • Indie publishers often take risks on unconventional ideas.

   Sinónimosalternativeindependentlow-budgetunderground

   Antónimoscorporatemainstreamstudio

• Sustantivo que designa a un grupo de pop o a una compañía cinematográfica que actúa de forma independiente, sin estar vinculados a un gran sello discográfico o a un estudio conocido.

A noun referring to a pop group or film company that operates independently, without affiliation with a major record label or established studio.

1. Independent music groupB1informal

   A pop group or musician that operates without a major record label, often associated with a distinct, non-mainstream style.

   grupo de música independiente

   • The indie released their debut album on a small label.
   • She loves listening to indies from the 2000s.
   • Many indies gain popularity through online streaming platforms.

2. Independent film companyB1informal

   A film production company that operates independently of major studios, often producing unique or niche content.

   Compañía de cine independiente

   • The indie produced a critically acclaimed documentary.
   • He works for a small indie that specializes in horror films.
   • Indies often have more creative freedom than big studios.