Various - Melody Maker State Of Independents Vol 4 - VG+VG+

"Indie Top 20 Vol IV Part 1 - State Of Independents" is a compilation album released in 1988 under the Beechwood Music label. It's a part of the "Indie Top 20" series and captures the diverse sounds of the independent music scene during that time.

The album features tracks from various artists across different genres, including electronic, rock, pop rock, indie rock, synth-pop, new wave, and shoegaze. Notable bands like The Smiths, The Woodentops, The Brilliant Corners, Wire, The Wedding Present, The Flatmates, The Primitives, and more contribute to this collection.

The album is a snapshot of the vibrant and innovative indie music landscape of the late 1980s.