Review of ‘Independence’ from The Fismits – There’s something deliciously addictive about the new version of “Independence” from The Fismits. Even though the song was originally written back in the 1990’s, it doesn’t feel trapped there at all. If anything, this reimagining by Mark Biagio feels like the track has finally found the strange little universe it was always meant to live in.
You can still hear those old British indie bones underneath it all, but Mark stretches the song into something far more dreamier. It feels nostalgic and familiar, then drifts into this glowing electronic haze that completely pulls you out of reality for a few minutes.
The track moves away from standard guitar driven alt rock toward a spacious, synth dominant sound. Rather than acting as mere background decoration, the synths provide dense, shifting electronic textures that inject brightness, movement, and a “space rock” vibe. Like Joy Division on shrooms. It flows and drifts taking you on your own little trip. Mark definitely intended for listeners to take this trip, which is why he tells you to securely fasten your seatbelts.
There’s this gorgeous 80’s flare running through the song that honestly feels like a gift to modern music right now. Huge atmosphere, slightly dark edges, and that emotional current music seems scared of leaning into these days. It reminds you how awesome music can be when artists stop worrying about trends and just chase a feeling. The more time you spend with it, the more little details reveal themselves. “Independence” is nostalgic without sounding dated, and experimental without disappearing into chaos.
Honestly, this feels less like a remake and more like a glorious resurrection. Good job Mark!
Stream ‘Independence’ from The Fismits here
