Meet Indira May, the independent artist making waves in the music world with her mesmerizing voice and boundary-pushing soundscapes. Drawing inspiration from jazz, indie, and electronic music, her style is a kaleidoscope of influences — from the poetic depth of Joni Mitchell and Billie Holiday to the experimental brilliance of Radiohead and James Blake. Her breakout collaboration, “Disconnected”, created with producer Saffron, turned heads and earned praise from BBC Radio 6’s Jamz Supernova, who spotlighted Indira as an artist to watch at the close of 2023. Riding this momentum, Indira unveiled her much-anticipated solo EP, “Imaginary Problems”, a five-track masterpiece produced by the dynamic Rebecca Le Montais.
The EP starts with the hypnotic ‘don’t feed the sharks,’ a psychedelic synth-pop track that quickly found its way to BBC Introducing Sussex & Surrey as ‘Track of the Day’ and soundtracked H&M stores across the UK. With sultry, otherworldly vocals, the song pulls listeners into Indira’s sonic dreamscape. Following it is ‘childsplay,’ a haunting exploration of chronic illness and endometriosis, a condition affecting 1 in 10 women. The track’s eerie production and raw vulnerability bring a deeply personal narrative to life.
Next comes ‘STOP,’ a moody, dub-inspired anthem that intertwines Indira’s breathy vocals with hypnotic horns in a standout collaboration with producer Belfort. But Indira’s playful spirit truly shines in ‘dance tonight,’ a bossanova-infused gem brimming with sharp wit and unapologetically bold horn arrangements. The EP’s finale, ‘you & charlie,’ shifts gears to a soul-stirring ballad about addiction, showcasing Indira’s storytelling prowess. Raw and evocative, the track paints a vivid, emotional portrait that resonates deeply with listeners.
As she looks to 2025, Indira is diving into new creative realms, blending DJing and production with her signature genre-defying style. With fresh projects on the horizon, she’s poised to deliver more evocative sounds and stories, solidifying her place as one of the most compelling voices in contemporary music. Keep an ear out — Indira May is just getting started.
