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We are Alex and Beth Rainbird, and we've been sharing the finest independent music on the internet since 2011 🥰🎶

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alexrainbirdMusic @alexrainbirdmusic.bsky.social · Feb 4

Hello Bluesky! We wanted to introduce ourselves👋

We're Alex and Beth, and since 2011 we've been sharing independent music on the internet🎶

We make new playlists every month plus much more! If you like discovering new music, you're in the right place❤️

www.youtube.com/@alexrainbir...

alexrainbirdMusic

Since 2011, Alex and Beth Rainbird have been finding and sharing the finest independent pop, folk and rock music on alexrainbirdMusic! Our goal is to provide the best platform for underrated artists t...

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alexrainbirdMusic @alexrainbirdmusic.bsky.social · 1d

After chilling with our quiet autumn days playlist a few days ago, it's now time to unwind in the evenings with cozy fall nights! 🕯

YouTube: www.youtube.com/watch?v=O5fQ...
Spotify: spti.fi/cozyfallnights

Dark, mysterious and ethereal but never too spooky.
Thank you for supporting indie music! 🍁

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alexrainbirdMusic @alexrainbirdmusic.bsky.social · 3d

Autumn music doesn’t always have to be melancholic - sometimes it’s about finding light in the darker days 🧡

Salt Tree's 'Cold Hard Ground' is a beautiful reminder that even when things feel heavy, hope is never far away 🍂

🎧 Watch here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=uL7Z...

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alexrainbirdMusic @alexrainbirdmusic.bsky.social · 4d

We’ve been building our own photo catalog of landscapes, seasons, and quiet moments that inspire our playlists. 📸

From Jan 2026, every video will feature our own photography. No more stock images, just Alex and Beth behind the lens.

We can't wait to share the music and places we love in one ❤️

alexrainbirdMusic @alexrainbirdmusic.bsky.social · 5d

Introducing... the first of two very special playlists to celebrate the season! quiet autumn days is out now 🍁
YouTube: www.youtube.com/watch?v=soLg...
Spotify: spti.fi/quietautumnd...

A collection of peaceful, chill songs for slow days indoors while the leaves are falling. Enjoy - you deserve it!☕

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alexrainbirdMusic @alexrainbirdmusic.bsky.social · 8d

This year we’ve made two autumn playlists just for you, think pumpkin spice and cozy vibes! 🍂

☕ quiet autumn days - out Mon Oct 6
🕯️ cozy fall nights - out Fri Oct 10

Hours of indie music for the season and Patreon supporters can hear both now 👉 www.patreon.com/alexrainbird...

Happy October! 🧡🍁

alexrainbirdMusic @alexrainbirdmusic.bsky.social · 10d

Happy first of October! We’ve just posted Garrett Kato’s 'Take Off' on our YouTube channel - a dreamy love song for autumn road trips, and the perfect way to start the month 🍂

🎧 Watch here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=ilG_...

alexrainbirdMusic @alexrainbirdmusic.bsky.social · 11d

It's officially autumn, and our favourite seasonal merch is back by popular demand!

Meet Hazel the Pumpkin Bird 🎃🐦

She's perched and ready to join your autumn collection!

Grab yours here before she flies away 👉 store.alexrainbirdmusic.com

alexrainbirdMusic @alexrainbirdmusic.bsky.social · 12d

Welcome everyone, to 2+ hours of amazing independent music! Our October Indie/Rock/Alt compilation is out now 🍁

YouTube: www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ebwe...
Spotify: spti.fi/IndieRockOct25

October is one of our favourite months, we hope you love it &
wishing you an amazing month ahead 🧡

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alexrainbirdMusic @alexrainbirdmusic.bsky.social · 16d

It's technically not October for a few more days, but we just couldn't wait to bring you a new batch of brilliant indie/pop/folk songs! New compilation out now 🎃

YouTube: www.youtube.com/watch?v=A2j2...
Spotify: spti.fi/IndiePopFolk...

Here's to an incredible month ahead!
Love you all 🧡

alexrainbirdMusic @alexrainbirdmusic.bsky.social · 19d

Welcome to the world's coziest playlist... Warm & Cozy is back with Volume 3, out now ✨

YouTube: www.youtube.com/watch?v=oLuO...
Spotify: spti.fi/WarmAndCozy

We've carefully crafted these two hours of music for whenever you need a calm place to feel a little warmer! ☕

We hope you love it! 🧡

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alexrainbirdMusic @alexrainbirdmusic.bsky.social · 22d

Your autumn soundtrack is about to get even warmer 🍂
We can’t wait to share a new volume of our Warm & Cozy playlist with you! 🔥

Volume 3 arrives everywhere on Monday… but if you can’t wait until then, our amazing Patreon supporters can listen all weekend long 👉
www.patreon.com/alexrainbird...

alexrainbirdMusic @alexrainbirdmusic.bsky.social · 23d

Wind down tonight with some incredible intimate indie acoustic sessions - Music for Late Nights is out now 🌃
📹 www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Jnf...

Featuring thirteen stunning performances from the best independent artists.

Hope you enjoy! 🌌

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alexrainbirdMusic @alexrainbirdmusic.bsky.social · 24d

Our Autumn/Fall compilation has already reached nearly 30,000 views in just 24 hours - and it’s all thanks to YOU.

We’re endlessly grateful to everyone who has tuned in, supported the incredible artists, and shared the magic of this season with us 🧡

Have a beautiful day & much love! 🍂

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alexrainbirdMusic @alexrainbirdmusic.bsky.social · 25d

Our favourite playlist of the year is here! Welcome Autumn/Fall 2025 with our new Indie Folk compilation 🍂
YouTube: www.youtube.com/watch?v=5wZT...

We love all the seasons, but there's something truly magical about autumn!

We hope you love it 🧡

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alexrainbirdMusic @alexrainbirdmusic.bsky.social · 26d

Simply stunning 😍

alexrainbirdMusic @alexrainbirdmusic.bsky.social · Sep 10

The perfect soundtrack for autumn’s arrival: 'Little Sparks' by the one and only Jessie Reid 🔥

Gentle, heartfelt and full of cozy forest vibes, it’s a song about finding hope in the small things - something we could always use a little more of 🍁

🎧 Watch here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=pFe-...

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alexrainbirdMusic @alexrainbirdmusic.bsky.social · Sep 9

The wait is almost over... everyone's favourite alexrainbirdMusic playlist of the year, Autumn/Fall 2025, lands this Friday! You can also listen early TODAY on our Patreon 🍁

We can't wait for you to hear this new selection of the best indie folk for the season... you are going to love it! ☺️

alexrainbirdMusic @alexrainbirdmusic.bsky.social · Sep 8

As summer fades into autumn, we’re holding onto the sunshine for one more day with WILD's 'Sitting On Top Of The World'! 🌞

It's the perfect way to wrap up the season, and you can listen on our channel now 🎈

🎧 Watch here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=L1Io...

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alexrainbirdMusic @alexrainbirdmusic.bsky.social · Sep 8

Hey new faces! 👋

We’re Alex & Beth Rainbird from the UK, we married in 2024 after 11 years together 💍

We run alexrainbirdMusic from our cozy home office, sharing indie music we love & helping artists get heard 🎶

We also love: travel, nature, pizza & good TV 🌲🍕

Thanks so much for being here! ❤️

alexrainbirdMusic @alexrainbirdmusic.bsky.social · Sep 5

Two weeks ago marked a huge milestone for us… we presented at a music festival for the first time ever! 🌲

Between The Trees festival was unforgettable. Here's a little behind-the-scenes video to capture the forest magic, the music, and this incredible time! 💚

🎬 www.youtube.com/watch?v=1afw...

alexrainbirdMusic @alexrainbirdmusic.bsky.social · Sep 4

IT'S BACK! Our Autumn/Fall 24/7 Radio is streaming live right now with endless chill indie folk and acoustic music 🍁
Perfect for working, relaxing, or simply enjoying the season 🍂

💬 Come join the live chat and listen along: www.youtube.com/watch?v=G7hO...

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alexrainbirdMusic @alexrainbirdmusic.bsky.social · Sep 3

Drive into autumn with the best indie/rock/alt music! Our second September compilation has arrived 🍂

YouTube: www.youtube.com/watch?v=fAy_...
Spotify: spti.fi/IndieRockSep...

We hope you love this month's picks, and thank you for supporting real, genuine, human-generated music 💛

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alexrainbirdMusic @alexrainbirdmusic.bsky.social · Sep 1

We're starting the new month with some September sunshine! Gatton’s recent single 'Sunshine' is an uplifting reminder that there's always light after the darkness - and you can find it on our channel right now ☀️

🎧: Watch here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=mpQX...

alexrainbirdMusic @alexrainbirdmusic.bsky.social · Sep 1

Happy September everybody! The 'ber months are finally here... wishing you an amazing start to your September 🍂🍁🧡

alexrainbirdMusic @alexrainbirdmusic.bsky.social · Aug 29

The 'ber months are here! Celebrate the changing leaves and cooler days with the best indie/pop/folk music... our first September playlist has arrived 💛

www.youtube.com/watch?v=XZ1b...
spti.fi/IndiePopFolk...

Here's to the best Autumn ever at alexrainbirdMusic!!
Have a lovely weekend everyone! 🍂

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