10 must-have indie songs on your monsoon playlist

We can shake a leg to Bollywood masala songs, but indie tracks have a quaint charm of ther own. The Indian music scene has witnessed the rise of several talented indie artists over the past decade. From well-known artists like Prateek Kuhad and Anuv Jain, to lesser known artists like Anoushka Maskey, we bring to you 10 indie songs that are perfect to listen to as you drink your chai (All Photos/Instagram)

Updated On: 2023-07-05 05:12 PM IST

Compiled by : Harshita Kale

Tushar Lall and Anoushka Maskey, Pic/Instagram

So Long, Already, Again by Anoushka Maskey

Close your eyes and sink into memory as Anoushka sings about distances, homesickness, partings, meetings and the comfort of familiarity

Anuv Jain - Baarishein

This one is a classic! Sing along as Anuv softly whispers - 'This rain will pour down, will maddeningly rage through this town - but you, you remain as you are, won't you?'

Abhilasha Sinha - Mothers

The singer's dreamy vocals come through with this song - perfect to listen to as the rain pitter patters

When We Feel Young (Nature Tapes) - When Chai Met Toast

Relax with your partner in the rain as you enjoy a romantic date. The closing lines of the song even create a symbolic scene of an old couple having grown old and reminiscing memories in the rain - what better way to celebrate your love?

Frizzel D'Souza - New

Frizzel's journey over Instagram, from covers to originals has been heartwarming to witness. Listen to her debut single, New - almost like she is being birted anew. You won't be disappointed!

 

tere bina - Zeden

It's not just Zeden's looks that hold the audience - it is his heavenly vocals as well. Dance with your loved one on this song on a rainy day, in a modern-day version of 'Tum Se Hi'

Sifar - Composed and Arranged by Tushar Lall

Lall is known for his and his band's (The Indian Jam Project) endeavours on Indo-Western unique fusion music. Sifar is the 'awakening of God', awaken the divine within you along with the ambient sounds of rain in this song

Roz Roz - Shilpa Rao and the Yellow Diary

We guarantee you will be listening to this song about love and long on loop this monsoon

Dil Mere - Local Train

Listen to this beautiful melody as you take a train journey through a winding mountain ranges and roads, watching the rain! Or well, you could listen to it in the comforting busyness of a Mumbai local as well

Aisi Voh Baarish - Twin Strings

A song that will make you experience rain in an all-new way with its metaphors and haunting lyrics. What are you waiting for?

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