From Longman Dictionary of Contemporary Englishindiein·die1 /ˈɪndi/ adjective [only before noun]used to refer to popularmusic that is performed by new bands or singers, and produced by small independent companiesindie musican indie bandExamples from the Corpusindie• It remains the Second Coming in the eyes of critics, graduatestudents and indiewatchers.Related topics: Companies, Recordingindieindie2 noun [countable]BBCTCRa small independent company, especially one that produces popular musicExamples from the Corpusindie• New labels and executive changes are coming fast and furious, including a new indie formed by Neil Young and his manager.From Longman Business Dictionaryindiein‧die /ˈɪndi/ noun [countable]COMMERCEa small, independent company, especially one that produces recordings of popular music, televisionprogrammes, or filmsOriginindie(1900-2000)independent