# indie617

> Independent digital radio station featuring eclectic indie and alternative music from Boston. (iPhone/iPad app by Off The Dial Media, LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/indie617/id550506632 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Off The Dial Media, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1368684396)
- Category: Music, News
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.75/5 from 170 App Store ratings · 50 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 9.0 · 25 MB
- Languages: English, French, Portuguese, Spanish
- Released: 2012-08-10
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/indie617/id550506632/reviews.md

## What is indie617?

"Indie617: Boston's Independent Music Source. Indie617 is a music-focused streaming digital radio station, that is independently owned-and-operated. The station features an eclectic mix of music from emerging and established artists from the indie/alternative genre. Live, local, independent radio, from Boston, Massachusetts."

## Key features

- Independent digital radio
- Eclectic music mix
- Emerging artists
- Established artists
- Indie/alternative genre
- Live local broadcast

## Recent user reviews (10 of 50)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/indie617/id550506632/reviews.md

### 5/5 — New music

*2022-08-10, version 4.25.7*

I’m an old WFNX person who followed this station to BDC. I was thrilled when indie617 came into being. There is nowhere else that I can get the new music that I hear on this streaming service. Well done!

### 5/5 — Best classic Rock in Boston that you can take with you

*2022-04-25, version 4.25.7*

These guys are the Boston Music scene! Taking the radio to the internet is no easy task and this crew is crushing it! It’s nice to know wherever you go you’ll always have your music with you!!!

### 5/5 — Best music in Boston

*2021-06-07, version 4.25.7*

This is where I find all my new music! The playlist are awesome and the events are even better! Can’t wait for the live shows post-COVID!

### 5/5 — Alternative Boston

*2021-05-09, version 4.25.7*

App always works, great mix of music, reminds me of the good old days of WFNX 101.7.

### 5/5 — FNX fan

*2021-02-23, version 4.25.7*

This app is the best and most cutting edge music app there is. I’ve been a fan of the people who run this since the the early ‘90’s and still am a fan after all these years. In fact, I listens to the original station when it was WLYN in the early ‘80’s. Still the best.

### 4/5 — Great local source of alt and new music

*2021-02-01, version 4.25.7*

App works well 98% of time.  Between this and its BDC & WFNX predecessors I don’t know how my music preferences would have survived the past (Egad!) 25 years in Greater Boston !

### 4/5 — Works with iOS 14.4, could use some interface tweaks

*2021-01-29, version 4.25.7*

It’s still working! Interface is a little clunky but works well enough. 👍

### 5/5 — I miss WFNX

*2020-11-24, version 4.25.7*

Glad to have this iteration of WFNX to stream.  Great app and love the music.

### 5/5 — WFNX in your pocket

*2020-08-24, version 4.25.7*

I remember the night WFNX played its last song and at 8:00 pm it went silent. This puts it back and better yet it goes wherever you go -

### 5/5 — Tradition of great Boston alternative radio continues!

*2019-07-30, version 4.25.7*

If, like me, the foundation of your musical tastes was formed in the 80s & 90s by the late, great Boston radio stations of WBCN & WFNX, the this is the app you’ve been looking for! Overall, lots of great music at all times. However, “Kick out the Jams,” weekdays at noon, has a special place in my 50-something year old heart; God bless you for what you do, Julie Kramer!

## Frequently asked questions about indie617

### What kind of music does this app play?

The app features an eclectic mix of music primarily from the indie and alternative genres. It showcases both emerging artists and established musicians, offering a diverse listening experience.

### Where is this radio station based?

This is a live, local, independent radio station based in Boston, Massachusetts. It aims to be a source for the city's independent music scene.

### Is there a cost to use this app?

Based on the provided information, the app is free to use. There are no mentions of subscription fees or in-app purchases.

### What makes this radio station different?

It is independently owned-and-operated, focusing on a curated selection of indie and alternative music. The station emphasizes its local Boston roots and commitment to independent artists.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 4.25.7 — 2018-04-17

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

Minor fixes for the song history.

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## More apps by Off The Dial Media, LLC

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