We’ve had our say about the best of 2025, but what about those without a major label behind them?

It’s been some year for music, so here’s our shortlist for the best tracks. Including Geese, Wet Leg, Blood Orange and Pulp.

The Indie Scene team’s favourite picks from 2025, including best gig, album and song.

The very best albums from the year that brought us more incredible music than we knew what to do with.

Discover the fresh voices and fearless sounds redefining Ireland’s vibrant music landscape.

Plan a summer of live music with our hand-picked selection of the top festivals across the UK and Europe.

With a wealth of bands on the line-up, we caught as many exciting acts as we could.

These artists are bound to do big things in 2025.