>>70300842the indie music scene between the mid 2000s and 2010s was huge and vibrant but covid and tiktok put an end to society's value on live music and recorded music. one hit wonders were always a thing, but its getting alarming how few young people listen to music beyond throwing some songs they heard on youtube onto a playlist. the individuality of the artist matters less than the vibe and aesthetic of the song or whatever. the closer it sounds to vaguely jazz influenced lofi beats to study to, the better