History of Indie By RebekkaWillcocks Sep 12, 1977 Punk originated Sep 12, 1980 Punk rock followed on Sep 12, 1985 New wave-More experimental and polished than punk. More experimental and polished than punk. The lyrics were more complex (elvis Costello, tom robinson) – fast and raw punk sound (blondie) Sep 12, 1985 elvis Costello, tom robinson– fast and raw punk sound (blondie) Sep 12, 1985 Indie Pop - the smiths, half man half biscuit Sep 13, 1989 Madchester-fused indie, psychedelic-rock and dance music Sep 12, 1990 Heavier music developing in America Sep 12, 1990 Easier for British artists to make it Sep 13, 2000 indie rock acts began to enjoy commercial success