Dazzling December: Indie Music of the Month

India’s indie music landscape is an ever-changing kaleidoscope — vibrant, unpredictable, and deeply human. Every month, artists from across the country turn life’s fleeting moments into melody, rhythm, and verse. This month, indie music artists bring a wave of fresh sounds — from high-energy Tamil party anthems to introspective indie releases, experimental instrumental worlds, and soul-drenched R&B. These musicians aren’t chasing trends; they’re chasing truth. Here’s a lineup of independent voices who’ve turned everyday emotions into something unforgettable.

Soha – Excuses (feat. TRVR)

Soha returns to the indie space with “Excuses,” her first-ever international release and a striking shift into soulful R&B fusion. Initially delayed due to her playback work on Kiss Kiss Bang Bang from They Call Him OG, the song arrives with emotional weight — exploring the tension of waiting for clarity in a fading relationship. Soha’s velvety vocals glide over a confident groove, giving the track a soft-glow intimacy. UK-based artist TRVR steps in with a rap verse that adds perspective, making the song feel like a dialogue between two hearts drifting apart. “Excuses” is gentle, vulnerable, and quietly powerful — the kind of track that lingers long after it ends.

Luksimi Sivaneswaralingam – Mayangiren (Tips Tamil)

Mayangiren is a burst of pure energy — a Tamil party anthem built for movement, windows-down drives, and late-night dance floors. Tips Music brings together a vibrant, creative team, with Toronto-born Luksimi Sivaneswaralingam leading the charge through her dynamic vocals. Known for her work with A.R. Rahman and D. Imman, Luksimi blends Western sensibilities with South Asian warmth, giving the track a global yet familiar pulse. Composer Selojan Srivaratharasan crafts a sound packed with infectious beats and bold melodies, while Sathyan Ilanko’s lyrics capture the spirit of letting go and living in the moment. Equal parts fun and fiery, Mayangiren lights up every space it enters.

Faridkot – Nayi Baat (EP)

Faridkot’s Nayi Baat marks a refreshing new chapter for the beloved indie duo. This five-track EP — featuring Harjai, Nayi Baat, Sawaari, Aza, and Jaadugari — feels like a musical novella, each song unfolding a different mood, story, or emotional insight. IP Singh and Rajarshi Sanyal lean into experimentation, embracing a wide sonic range while holding on to the heartfelt storytelling that defines their sound. The band describes the EP as “a culmination of lots of new ideas,” and that creative freedom is evident in every track. With the music video for Harjai already setting the tone for this era, Nayi Baat captures Faridkot at their most curious, confident, and creatively alive.

Ravi Basrur – Ravi Basrur’s TITAN

With TITAN, Ravi Basrur steps into uncharted territory — an original score album that stands independent of the films that made his sound iconic. Known for cinematic powerhouses like KGF and Salaar, Basrur uses TITAN to explore pure sonic storytelling. Tracks like Every End Is A Beginning and Roar of Tornado showcase his mastery over tension, emotion, and scale, blending orchestral drama with heavy bass, live percussion, and electronic grit. Described as a personal experiment born during the silence of the lockdown, TITAN invites listeners to build their own visuals and meanings. It’s immersive, intense, and deeply atmospheric — a bold evolution in India’s instrumental and background music scene.

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