Washington DC Indie Radio Stations

Washington DC has produced one of America's most influential indie music communities — from the Dischord Records punk and post-hardcore scene of the 1980s to the Fugazi-era alternative explosion and the sophisticated indie rock and folk artists who define the city's sound today. DC indie radio reflects this extraordinary legacy with programming that spans the full spectrum of independent music, from post-punk classics to the latest bedroom pop and art rock releases.

Explore the capital's rich independent music tradition through Washington DC indie radio stations. Dischord, go-go, and beyond — DC indie is a history lesson and a living scene at the same time.