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It is amazing how "Indie" became a genre refering to "what was played on the OC". And in terms of genre, i don't think you can really pin point it as a specific genre because it is about something different. It isn't about style, but about artist's creativity. I mean, if you compare the vocal workings of Sarah Slean, versus the Borat/punk style of Gogol Bordello (by the way, i totally recommend "Start Wearing Purple"), you cannot just assume "indie" as "mellow-y"
Yet, I have to agree with Punkmusicfan because I listen to the indie, not for snootiness, but rather the vocals and lyrics are so much deeper and richer than the pop-radio alternative. Sure, I will listen to the odd Shakira or Beyonce song, but listening to someone who is driven on talent, rather than looks, is so much more rewarding for my soul. I revel at Slean's version of "I'm your man" by Leonard Cohen and even The Magic Number's cover of "Crazy in Love" by Beyonce. There is a beauty in the reinvention of music that is absolutely amazing.
When a band can instill trumpets, accordians, a little toy keyboard or even bagpipes into an unexpected genre/style of music, I think that is the reinvention and adaptability of music.
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