Indira May releases new EP

UK-based artist Indira May delivers a genre-blending sound that’s impossible to ignore. Drawing from a varied range of influences, including Billie Holiday, Joni Mitchell, Radiohead and Sampha, she fuses elements of jazz, indie and electronic elements to create a sonic output that’s at once timeless and cutting edge. Armed with a soulful voice and innovative production, Indira May has been rightfully named ‘one to watch’ in 2024.

Her recent collaborative EP, Disconnected, saw her link up with producer and artist Saffron, delivering a mesmerising collection of tracks that quickly gained traction. The EP landed on twelve Spotify playlists, including ‘New Music Friday’ twice, earning high praise from BBC Radio 6’s Jamz Supernova, who shared she had the project on loop and spotlighted Indira as an artist to follow last year.

Her versatility as a collaborator has also shone through in the electronic music world, with successful partnerships with acts like Jaded and Skelecta. Her track “Mirror,” released on Diplo’s Higher Ground label, further confirmed her status in the electronic music scene. These projects have gained support from iconic figures like Jaguar on BBC Radio 1 and DJ EZ, as well as regular airplay on KISS FM.

Building on this momentum, Indira released her highly anticipated solo EP, Imaginary Problems, a showcase of her unique artistic vision and the emotional impact of her songwriting. Produced by the talented Rebecca Le Montais, the five-track collection takes listeners on a journey through personal stories, rich soundscapes and profoundly relatable themes.

The EP opens with “don’t feed the sharks,” a psychedelic synth pop outing that drips hypnotic energy and was featured as ‘Track of the Day’ on BBC Introducing Sussex & Surrey as well as being played in H&M stores across the UK. Indira’s sultry, haunting vocals immediately dazzle, offering the perfect taste of the latest chapter of her exciting musical story.

In contrast, the second track, “childsplay,” ventures into the more personal territory of living with chronic illness. Addressing her own struggles with endometriosis, Indira pairs atmosheric production with vulnerable lyricism, creating a poignant reflection on the physical and emotional toll of the condition. The EP continues to impress with “STOP,” an emotive piece that fuses hushed vocals with dub-inspired horns, thanks to a collaboration with emerging producer Belfort.

On “dance tonight,” Indira explores a playful side, infusing a grooving bossa nova style rhythm with witty lyrics and bold brass arrangements. Closing the EP, “you & charlie” offers a heartfelt ballad that distils the complexities of addiction via a moving vocal performance and delicate arrangement. With her eyes set on 2025, Indira May is venturing into new creative sphere, adding DJing and music production to her repertoire as she continues to win over fans around the world with her compelling sound.

Listen to Imaginary Problems below