The indie scene never sleeps and neither do we. In this roundup, we’re spotlighting new indie releases you need on your radar. Whether you’re hunting for your next playlist obsession or just love discovering artists before they blow up, consider this your front-row seat to some of the best new releases.
1. Mithra- NEON
Mithra is a progressive rock track with a strong Carnatic influence, bringing two very different worlds of music into one seamless sound. The song explores the facets of friendship and the quiet shifts that come with time. It’s a reflective, emotionally rich piece that invites listeners to revisit the bonds and memories that leave a lasting mark in their lives.
2. Honey Words- Perfect Strangers
Honey Words is a single from Perfect Strangers’ upcoming EP bearing the same name. It is a groovy track that dives into the addictive pull of toxic love. With a playful yet biting edge, it captures the push and pull of a relationship that feels more like a habit than a choice. Musically, the single leans into tight funk rhythms and bold brass-inspired energy, nodding to Cory Wong and Tower of Power, while weaving in touches of modern soul and R&B.
3. SHAKTI, Vol. 2- Arashkha and Sukanya
It explores the spiritual and sonic connections between cultures through the lens of feminine energy, tradition, and migration. Blending heritage with experimentation, it creates cross-cultural soundscapes that honour ancestral voices. Inspired by the 2022 feminist movement in Iran, the album stands as a tribute to feminine power and spirituality.
4. Live Sacraments- Serpents of Pakhangba
Live Sacraments is the band’s debut live EP, containing three tracks, recorded across two distinct venues. This release focuses on spontaneous, improvisational performance. While rooted in avant-garde metal, the EP prioritises live experimentation and instinct over polished production, offering listeners a glimpse into the unpredictability and immediacy of the band’s stage presence.
5. Adhoora, Tere Bina- Tumken Siram
Adhoora, Tere Bina reflects on the emptiness left behind after a love ends. Told from the perspective of someone grappling with absence, the song conveys a quiet, lingering sense of incompleteness. Filmed live in the open fields of Coorg, the performance is raw and intimate, letting the emotions of the lyrics and vocals take centre stage.
6. Deja Who? – Anohnymous, HVSH, Devoid
It is a playful, surreal track that explores the blur between reality and imagination. The song captures the feeling of being haunted by imagined events, with satirical lyricism and clever wordplay adding a humorous edge. Musically, it combines catchy guitar melodies with hard-hitting 808s and dynamic drums, creating a lively, energetic backdrop that complements the quirky storytelling.
7. Dead Ænd Beautiful- Nushver
It’s a progressive metal track that explores themes of existential reflection, the afterlife, and inner moral conflict, using dynamic shifts and layered instrumentation to mirror the intensity of these concepts. Its erratic patterns give the track a sense of unpredictability making it a song worth listening to by metal fans.
8. Tootay- Utsavi Jha
Tootay looks at the idea that brokenness can be beautiful. The song quietly moves through moments of disappointment and despair, yet finds traces of hope and redemption along the way. With a subtle, stripped-back sound, it lets the emotions speak for themselves, offering a reflective space without feeling forced or overproduced.
9. Liminal Rift- Spiralynk
Liminal Rift is a two-track EP from Spiralynk, a project that blends years of technical expertise with a deeply conceptual approach to sound. The release explores themes of personal and sonic transformation, weaving together electromagnetic field recordings, found sounds, analog synthesis, and custom digital processing techniques developed over more than a decade. The result is a textured, immersive listen that pushes the boundaries of electronic and experimental music.
10. Receding Steps- sub-Emerge
Receding Steps is a melodic house and techno track from the EP Interplay Flow Selection, Vol. 1, that blends hypnotic grooves with lush melodies and immersive textures. Built for late-night sets, it has a rhythmic drive that makes it a club-ready listen.
11. Andhbhakt- Dizlaw
Through Andhbhakt, Dizlaw examines the nature of blind devotion in love. The track navigates the arc of a relationship from the intensity of infatuation to the discomfort of disillusionment over time. Its raw, honest delivery gives listeners a reflective, intimate look at the complexities of emotional attachment.
12. Wrath Of Avarice- Mayapolis
Wrath of Avarice channels biting commentary on spiritual exploitation, influencer culture, and the commercialisation of belief. The track blends heavy grooves with moments of chaos and precision, creating a sound that’s both intense and deliberate. Its hard-hitting instrumentation and fierce vocal work make for a bold listen.
13. Moonchild- Saluu
Moonchild blends dreamy textures with reflective songwriting to create a track that feels intimate and expressive. With its focus on themes of self-discovery and longing, the song leans into emotions while offering a smooth and thoughtful listening experience that feels like a slow summer drive.
14. Born From Fire- What Escapes Me?
It is a track that explores personal struggle, transformation, and renewal. Inspired by the myth of the phoenix, it traces a journey of inner challenges and growth, combining expressive vocals with layered instrumentation. The song conveys a sense of liberation and resilience, offering a bold and immersive listening experience while showcasing an evolving sound.
15. Written in The Weather- Karan Khosla
Written in the Weather is a funk-leaning track designed to lift spirits with its upbeat energy. Evolving from a simple guitar riff into a layered groove of solos and rhythm, it’s a fun song to listen to offering a healthy dose of optimism.
