indie; independent
Refers to independent artists, films, record labels, publishers, or companies. Often used attributively as in インディーバンド (indie band).
See also: インディーズ
She's the vocalist of an indie band.
He started an indie record label.
This film was highly acclaimed as an indie production.
That director makes films independently, outside the major studios.
From English 'indie', a clipping of 'independent'.