Now that alternative music is mainstream, what's the new alternative? One way to find out is to surf IUMA, a spiffy-looking web site showcasing unsigned rock bands. Chances are you've never heard of Hindu Garage Sale or Headcase-O-Matic, so here's your opportunity to test the uncharted indie waters. Unfortunately, playing scout will cost you not cash, but time, and lots of it. The vibrant color graphics and sound files take an eternity to download, and if you happen to be a Mac user, good luck with IUMA's labyrinthine directions. You might as well just turn on your local college radio station. B-


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