REM

[Jason]

They are sort of mainstream now, but no doubt, they were indie in the 80s. Anyway, as with The Smiths and The Pretenders, and honestly speaking, Tom Petty, they were into a jingle-jangly guitar sound.

 

[Flint]

How can I not know the American rock band from Athens, Georgia, that was formed in 1980 by Bill Berry, Peter Buck, Mike Mills, and Michael Stipe. They were all a drummer, guitarist, bassist and lead vocalist respectively. I loved and enjoyed listening to their songs years ago.

 

[Jason]

Hootie and the Blowfish claim them as a major inspiration. It's not hard to see why.