Indie hit song rankings
Major tracks are great, but as music fans, I think many of us also have that urge to discover hidden gems or cool bands that haven’t gotten much attention yet.
Sometimes we grow attached to those under-the-radar aspects, and it makes us want to support them even more as fans.
In this article, we’ll research popular artists in the indie scene who haven’t made a major-label debut and introduce them in a ranking format.
They’re not necessarily obscure songs, but even seasoned music lovers might find tracks they haven’t heard yet.
Be sure to check it out at least once!
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Indie Popular Song Rankings (21–30)
Hotel AlienBRADIO29rank/position
The third single, which served as the opening theme for the anime “Peeping Life TV Season 1 ??.” The music video parodies various sci-fi films, making it fun to watch on its own.
It’s a danceable party tune that’s quintessentially BRADIO.
Overnight SuperstarBRADIO30rank/position
This is a track included on the second mini album “Swipe Times,” released on July 9, 2014.
With its relaxed tempo and pleasant melody, I think it’s a very easy song to listen to.
The music video features the band performing around an aquarium filled with many swimming fish, and it includes a beautiful woman.
Indie Popular Songs Ranking (31–40)
Step In TimeBRADIO31rank/position
This track, included on the 1st single “Otona HIT PARADE / Step In Time,” features a seductive band sound.
The funky vocal melody line is particularly captivating.
The music video is stylish and exudes a mature vibe.
Take Me HigherBRADIO32rank/position
This is a song included on DIAMOND POPS, released in October 2013.
The music video is a lyric video, so you can really immerse yourself in the song while following the words closely.
The lyrics—about soaring tens of thousands of feet higher the more strongly you wish—truly resonate.
It’s a stylish track with that signature BRADIO sound.
ThanksBRADIO33rank/position
This song, the image song for Kyoto Kimono Yuzen, is a ballad arranged with acoustic guitar.
Unlike most of BRADIO’s high-tempo, high-energy tracks, it offers a distinct, refreshing appeal.
You Take Me Away（Acoustic Ver.）BRADIO34rank/position
This is the single “You take me away,” released in April 2011.
The single was sold as a charity track at events.
Unlike the full-band setup, this song is arranged acoustically.
While BRADIO is often associated with catchy, danceable pop tunes, this track is a ballad—very easy to listen to and beautifully crafted.
Spicy MadonnaBRADIO35rank/position
A mellow, groovy track with an impressive horn intro from their 2015 debut full album, “POWER OF LIFE.” The dancing beauty in the music video is truly striking.
It’s sure to get the crowd going at live shows as well.