What's behind the growth of independent record labels in the UK? Recent data from the BPI showed that independent labels' market share of music consumption in the UK (both streaming and physical) grew for the third consecutive year in 2020. Collectively the indies now account for just under 26% of the market. Strong A&R, deft use of D2C/pre-orders and the growing sense of community in the sector have all played their parts here; but there are plenty of ...