basementbased
Basementbased is a term used to describe a DIY, basement-centered approach to creating and sharing music, art, and culture. It denotes a grassroots ethos rather than a formal organization and can refer to a broad aesthetic as well as a loose network of artists who work in basements, home studios, or other informal spaces. The phrase is applied across disciplines, including music, visual art, and multimedia.
Originating in online and local scene conversations, basementbased ideas are linked to independent and underground art
Common features include lo-fi or bedroom production, collaborative projects, and a DIY promotion model that favors
Basementbased is associated with inclusivity and experimentation within indie and underground scenes. Supporters view it as
See also: lo-fi, DIY culture, basement tapes, independent music, bedroom pop.