indie617

An independent streaming radio station dedicated to indie and alternative music, taking its name from the 617 area code of its home city. The station positions itself as Boston's only alternative streaming radio outlet, with a programming philosophy built around careful editorial curation rather than algorithmic or mainstream commercial selection. Its stated mission is to showcase music that embodies the spirit of independent and alternative genres, with on-air content reflecting the evolving landscape of non-mainstream music. The station streams exclusively online and does not hold a terrestrial FM or AM broadcast license, making it part of the internet radio ecosystem that has grown alongside traditional broadcasting. Content is described as a "carefully curated selection of tracks," implying an active editorial process in playlist construction. The station serves listeners both locally within the Boston metropolitan area and globally through its streaming platform.