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Indira May’s Imaginary Problems blends jazz, indie, and electronica, exploring vulnerability, personal struggles, and bold musical innovation.
St Leonard’s-based artist Indira May is carving out a space for herself in music with her genre-blurring sound and distinctive voice. Combining elements of jazz, indie, and electronic music, her work takes influence from an eclectic mix of icons, from Joni Mitchell and Billie Holiday to Radiohead and James Blake. Her newest EP, Imaginary Problems, cements her position as one of the most exciting voices in independent music.
Opening with the psychedelic synth-pop track ‘don’t feed the sharks’, the EP immediately grabs attention with its sultry, haunting vocals and unconventional arrangements. The track was praised by BBC Introducing Sussex & Surrey and even made its way into H&M stores across the UK, highlighting Indira’s growing influence on the UK music scene.
The EP delves deep into personal and often vulnerable territory, from the intimate portrayal of chronic illness in ‘childsplay’ to the emotional intensity of ‘STOP’, which features hypnotic dub-inspired horns and was produced with up-and-coming talent Belfort. Indira’s playful side shines through on ‘dance tonight’, a quirky bossanova track with sharp, witty lyrics and a standout horn section that earned a spot on Spotify’s Jazz UK playlist.
Rounding out the EP, ‘you & charlie’ offers a poignant ballad about addiction, showcasing her storytelling prowess. With Imaginary Problems, Indira May proves herself a versatile artist unafraid to explore new sonic landscapes while remaining grounded in powerful, relatable narratives. Keep an eye on her in 2025—she’s just getting started.