July Jazz: Indie Music of the Month

From soulful music and rhythmic strings to heart-touching stories and amazing visuals, many indie songs released this month have it all. This list of renditions will make its way straight to your playlist, especially if you're looking for something to listen to on a Sunday afternoon or on weekdays while getting home from work. Check out this "Indie Music of the Month" list for some newly released songs in July.

Manzoor - Abhijit Vaghani

Manzoor by Abhijit Vaghani tells the poignant story of a terminally ill man who decides to spend his remaining days embracing life to the fullest. Set against the breathtaking backdrop of Manali, the video follows his journey as he rides a bike, engages in adventurous activities like bungee jumping and trekking, and ultimately finds love. The narrative underscores the idea that the bond of true love is so powerful that it exceeds.

Tenu Dil De Wich - Shilpa Joshi

Tenu Dil De Wich by Shilpa Joshi captures the profound emotions of unrequited love. The song narrates the story of a girl who is in love with her partner, who remains oblivious to her feelings. Through its evocative lyrics and soulful melody, this Punjabi song paints a vivid picture of the girl's inner turmoil and longing.

Kaahe - Shreya Jain

Kaahe is a song from Shreya Jain's debut EP Bawari. This song delves deeply into the inquisitive mind of a girl, as she questions and explores the mysterious magnetic attraction that continually pulls her closer to a particular individual. The music video features the singer herself and the track is based on a classical-techno vibe. 

Khabar - Akash Kaushal & Raghav Meattle

This song by singer and songwriter Akash Kaushal in collaboration with Raghav Meattle is about one-sided love. The singer is in deep love with the other person and considers them as a part of their life but is the other person aware of this? This question drives the whole song while the singers express their feelings with a slow and melodious tune. 

Badastoor - Abhijay Sharma

Badastoor by Abhijay Sharma is a heartfelt romantic song exploring love's intensity and purity. The song conveys a deep sense of adoration and admiration for the beloved, highlighting the beauty and solace found in their presence. The pre-chorus emphasises the lover's unwavering devotion, willing to overlook any flaws and find divine peace in their closeness. At the same time, the chorus, with its repeated declaration of "fitoor," captures the effect the beloved's eyes and words have on the lover, portraying a love that is steadfast and unwavering. 

Banjara Manchala - Harish Budhwani

Banjara Manchala by Harish Budhwani is all about the thrill of adventure and the happiness that comes from being true to yourself. Harish has expressed his love for travelling and wandering as it encourages him to embrace who he is and live freely. The video too beautifully captures some of the wanderlust movements giving the song a perfect background. 

Jaadoo - Ashu Shukla 

Jaadoo by Ashu Shukla is a song about long-distance relationships. The writer has tried to pen down the emotions and urges one feels to meet their loved ones when they stay apart but are truly in love. The song portrays how we feel and wait to meet our love in a long-distance relationship.

Distractions - Cymbol, Chitralekha Sen & Markel X.L

Distractions is the title track from the album 'Distractions'. The track is a powerful anthem blending Hindi, Punjabi, and English, featuring Cymbol, Chitralekha Sen and Markel X.L. In life, there are a lot of hands to pull you down but you don't have to let them win and overpower you, which is what the song talks about. It is a mix of various languages which makes the narrative catchy.