my method is just internet/local radio stations ( there are many ) and browsing the lineups at venues near me

simple, very little time investment required and avoids most modern fuckery

Audiotree has turned me on to several of my favorite bands as of late. Low hit rate (I probably only care for 5% of the music they feature at most) but those couple bands have been worth sifting through the rest.

Shout out to KEXP!