If you’ve been looking for fresh sounds that hit the heart and linger in your head, this week’s new indie releases deliver across the board. From introspective indie-pop and moody R&B to genre-bending fusion and hard-hitting metal, these 15 tracks represent a wide spectrum of voices, moods, and sonic identities. Whether you’re in the mood to cry, dance, or sit quietly in your thoughts, there’s something here that’ll meet you where you are. Let’s dive in.
1. Sex Is Overrated- Anika Bharwani
Anika Bharwani’s Sex is Overrated is a song born from the ache of wanting to be truly known. Inspired by her childhood experiences of feeling invisible, it captures a deep emotional truth with quiet clarity. Part of her debut album co-produced with Tejas Menon, the track offers a glimpse into her most personal storytelling yet.
2. Rain- Abhi Acharya
Abhi Acharya is an Indian-born, U.S.-trained singer-songwriter whose music blends cinematic textures with quietly powerful storytelling. A Berklee and NYU graduate with performances ranging from Times Square to the Cannes Film Festival, he now shares “Rain,” a gentle yet hopeful ballad written during his Berklee days that captures the ache of feeling stuck while yearning for change. Built on soft guitar lines and airy, ambient layers, the track will resonate with fans of Clinton Kane, FINNEAS, and Michael Kiwanuka, offering a hushed prayer for life to finally move forward.
3. Udd Ja Tu- Siddharth Gupta
Siddharth Gupta’s Udd Jaa Tu captures the raw courage it takes to leap into the unknown—an anthem for anyone ready to let go of fear and rise into their purpose. The track blends Indie Rock and Pop with Gupta’s signature intimate lyricism, continuing the emotional arc of previous releases like Gumraaha Jaaha and A Zara Nazren Mila. Known for his breakout hit Samjho Na (with over 36.4M streams), Siddharth has also performed at festivals like Zomaland and Under 25 Summit, and been featured by platforms such as Filtercopy and Son of Abish.
4. OBSCURITÉ- DNKLE
OBSCURITÉ by DNKLE is a dark and immersive track that brings out a powerful side of his sound. It creates a moody atmosphere, drawing listeners into a space that feels both heavy and thoughtful. As the second release from his catalog, the song shows DNKLE stepping deeper into his creative world with a sound that’s raw, cinematic, and full of emotion.
5. Kaaga – Renee, Nomsita, Vaishnav
Kaaga marks the debut of singer-composer Renee Chaurasia, in collaboration with Vaishnav Vyas and Nomsita MS Haritashya. Rooted in Indian folk and layered with fusion textures, the track is more than just a song, it unfolds like a world of its own. Through rich storytelling, emotive soundscapes, and a strong visual identity, the artists invite listeners into an immersive experience that feels both grounded and expansive.
6. By Your Side- Prithviraj Jadhav & The Dangermen
Prithviraj Jadhav & The Dangermen’s debut single By Your Side is a raw and anthemic rock track that pulses with emotion and power. With soaring vocals, blistering solos, and thunderous drums, the song is a fiery ode to love and loyalty. Recorded without autotune or quantization, it leans into human imperfections to create something deeply felt and real. The band, formed by Prithviraj after a decade of refining his craft, is now hitting the road with their first tour across Southern India.
7. Paralyzed- Nemophilis
Nemophilis returns with Paralyzed, a bold new take that drifts away from their earlier introspective tone. This acoustic reimagining brings an upbeat groove into an unexpectedly intimate setting, exploring themes of desire, love, and the haze that follows intense emotion. The stripped-down arrangement gives space for the songwriting to shine, revealing a whole new dimension of the band’s lyrical and rhythmic depth.
8. Siddai Bhanna – BLCKSHEEP
“Siddhai Bhanna” is BLCKSHEEP speaking his mind, no filters. Set over a groovy, head-nodding beat, the track moves between English and Nepali with ease—sharp in its delivery but casual in tone, like a conversation that needed to happen. It’s honest, a little cheeky, and full of character, capturing the spirit of someone who’s done holding back. Whether you get every word or not, the emotion cuts through. It’s a glimpse into his world, shared in the most direct way possible.
9. Chasin Light – Sahana Naresh
Sahana Naresh’s latest single “Chasin Light” captures the quiet chaos of being stuck in your own head. With its hypnotic melody and tender vocals, the track feels like a late-night drive through fog, uncertain, reflective, and oddly comforting. Drawing from the hazy space between melancholy and hope, “Chasin Light” taps into that familiar feeling of drifting through life’s motions while searching for something real. It’s a song for the overthinkers, the romantics, and anyone who’s ever caught themselves staring out the window, lost in thought.
10. Bishad – Soara
With “Bishad,” Soara return with a powerful evolution of their sound, an unrelenting yet emotionally charged dive into grief, memory, and sonic chaos. Melding deathgaze, progressive metal, and post-metal textures with Hindustani-influenced vocals, the track marks a new chapter for the band. Now a cross-continental duo based in the Bay Area and rooted in Mumbai and Siliguri, Soara features guitarist/producer Akhilesh Rao and new vocalist Pritam Adhikary (Aarlon, Earthside), with Hannes Grossmann (Alkaloid, ex-Necrophagist) on drums. “Bishad” is both cinematic and crushing, balancing ethereal atmosphere with intricate rhythms and gut-punching intensity. It’s not just a song, it’s a reckoning.
11. Miracle Man – Arjun C
Miracle Man by Arjun C is an easygoing indie rock track that reflects on the pressure to have it all figured out. With clean guitar lines, a steady rhythm, and laid-back vocals, it talks about trying your best even when you’re unsure of what you’re chasing. It’s honest, unpretentious, and relatable, like a quiet reminder that it’s okay to take things one step at a time.
12. The Man From Salem – Molena
Molena introduces The Man from Salem, an Indian-American singer-songwriter and therapist, through a gentle yet powerful track that blends moody R&B with soft acoustic textures. Formerly known as Kalpana, she reflects on emotional safety and the quiet strength of being vulnerable. Rooted in personal memory and shaped by her work in therapy, the song feels warm and intimate, like a safe space put to music. With thoughtful production and lyrical depth, Molena begins a new chapter grounded in healing and connection.
13. Scorpio Moon – Tanmya, Fatboi Raccoon
“Scorpio Moon” is the first glimpse of Tanmaya’s upcoming project Girls with Debilitated Moons. Built on airy indie-pop production with a darker undercurrent, the song taps into astrology’s most intense lunar placement to explore emotions that hit at full volume, jealousy, desire, and the urge to burn everything down just to start again. Singing in a voice that feels both confessional and inviting, Tanmaya frames the track as a mirror for femme listeners who feel their feelings a little too much and have been told that’s a flaw.
14. Doobi – Krishnik
Blending electronic textures with a sleek disco groove, Doobi is Krishnik’s take on feeling stuck in your own head, and slowly finding a way out. The track opens with a soft, introspective verse sung from a female perspective (voiced by Krishnik himself), setting the tone for a song that explores internal conflict with empathy and nuance. As it builds, the production becomes brighter, mirroring a shift toward emotional clarity. Paired with a music video that visualizes the tug-of-war between self and psyche
15. Stay – Prabhtoj Singh, Pranay Parti, Sanjeeta Bhattacharya
Stay is a tender R&B-pop track that leans into the slow, quiet tension of two people trying to figure out what they mean to each other. Built around soft melodies, warm harmonies, and lush production by Pranay Parti, the song captures that in-between feeling, when chemistry is clear, but words still feel heavy. Prabhtoj Singh and Sanjeeta Bhattacharya’s vocals weave together effortlessly, delivering a gentle duet that feels honest and intimate. It’s a song for the soft moments, for holding on just a little longer, and for the hope that maybe, just maybe, the feeling is mutual.
