Here's Homegrown’s Fresh Picks Of 10 Indie Tracks Released During The Lockdown

Here's Homegrown’s Fresh Picks Of 10 Indie Tracks Released During The Lockdown
(L) - Raghav Meattle ; (R) - Prabh Deep
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I. ‘Rain Girl’ By Adi AVG

Rain girl by Mumbai-based rapper Adi AVG is a brilliant medley of Aditya’s flawless flow juxtaposed with chopped up samples from the iconic hindi number ‘Ladki bheegi bhagi si’ strung into a trap-type beat by Delhi based music producer NDS. The song’s catchy hook sees Adi dish out tightly-knit Hindi rhymes with punch, power, and precision; a novelty in Adi’s music considering his norm of rapping in English. After every powerful Hindi-hook, Adi switches back to English verses almost effortlessly. The song’s background samples blend perfectly with its witty verses and Adi’s signature style give the song a distinct edge.

II. ‘Brave Noise’ By The Earth below

A song highlighting the dark and gloomy sound of Alt-rock / metal music spearhead Deepak raghu’s new album, ‘brave noise’ talks about the bubbling paranoia and apprehension weighing one’s heart and soul down, right when they’re faced with a moment of truth. Brave noise is a grim reminder of the desperation one experiences on watching their life fall apart and dreams slip away. Deepak’s raspy voice and broad vocal range lend the track its fine edge and make it rock-fodder for metal-heads around the country.

III. ‘S.L.A.B’ By Parimal Shais x Hanumankind

Houston-raised rapper Hanumankind may have spent a majority of his early years in Texas, but his real roots lie in India’s culture-rich south, namely the Malipuram district in the north of Kerala. The punch and flow in his music can be attributed to his strong southern influence. Fellow Kerala-based music producer Parimal Shais’s shared cultural background with HMK and collective vision towards carving out a niche for English-rap in India, led to the birth of S.L.A.B, their Red Bull Premiere debut. Featuring proud references to the south side and its culture, Hanumankind’s unapologetic verses layered over Parimal’s tasteful beat, give the track its distinct sound.

We recommend you check ‘Slab’ out below

IV. ‘Chitta’ By Prabh Deep

Chitta is a genre-defying song by Punjabi-rapper Prabh Deep that combines hard-hitting background basslines with verses that carry a powerful socio-political message. A song that isn’t afraid to discuss the uncomfortable yet grim realities of today’s socio-economic hierarchy, the song comments on the power-trip nearly every person in power is shackled to. Rich with countless symbolisms, the video boldly lampoons politicians, policemen and businessmen entangled in a perpetual power struggle.

You can listen to the song below

V. ‘Maybe I Can Fly’ By When Chai Met Toast

Urban Indie phenomena ‘When Chai Met Toast’ have gained notoriety for their high-energy, effervescent music. Another hit added on to their already impressive roster comes in form of quarantine-released single ‘Maybe I Can Fly’, a dreamy melody of upbeat sounds and smooth vocals, working in harmony. Composed with the idea of improving one’s mood, ‘Maybe I can fly’ is a must on every indie-stan’s playlist.

You can hear the full song below

VI. ‘Do Khidkiyan’ By Yashraj | Dropped Out

An amalgamation of hot verses over a lo-fi beat, ‘Do khidkiyan’ is a collaboration between new-age rap-scion Yashraj alongside electronic and lo-fi producer Rishi aka Dropped Out. Having been featured by Marshmello on his ‘Keep It Mello’ monthly playlist and recognized by several eminent names in hip hop, the track is already creating waves. The number is a new milestone for music that juxtaposes hip hop bars with electronic sounds.

Check it out below

VII. ‘Dansa’ By SIXK

A product of Mumbai-based hip hop collective ‘SIXK’ the song is a jazzy fusion of R&B vocals and well-strung rap. This ‘Brockhampton-style’ single from the all-boy collective is set to take you on a sonic journey back to a Neo-vintage era. With lyrics aimed at encouraging listeners to let loose, the song calls out xenophobia and the fear of foreign trends in an attempt to ‘Save Insanity’.

Hear the track below

VIII. ‘Waste Away’ By Nothing Anonymous

A new-age electro-pop number from Mumbai based vocalist-producer duo, Nothing Anonymous, ‘Waste away’ elevates the standards of what one can expect from homegrown electro-pop and electronic music. Mellifluous vocals from Ambika Nayak and breakneck beats from producer Nirmit Shah, give the track a distinct feel. A song about internal struggles, its rapidly-shifting tempos, punchy lyrics and powerful basslines will send you into a mind-altering trance.

You can listen to the song below

IX. ‘Sunset by the Vembanad’ By Shashwat Bulusu

A song that discusses the joys of adventure and breaking free from walls in our minds holding us back, ‘Sunset by the Vembanad’ is an ode to simpler times of childhood. The singer reminisces about the freedom and liberty we had when we were younger and how the only concern on our mind was our next quest into the wilderness. Powerful guitar acoustics and well composed lyrics make the song an Alt-rock/ and folk-pop sensation. The brilliant music video created for the song, by Hucko-skate founder and skate-filmer, Boyer Debbarma is a beautiful conjunction of art, music, nature and Skateboarding.

Watch the entire music video below

X. ‘City Life’ By Raghav Meattle

As the title suggests, this song is an ode to little moments of beauty one may find amid the hubbub and commotion of city life. The song mocks how promising yet intoxicating and draining life in an urban society can become. It’s a soulful narration of life in a busy metro and how dreamers often seek an escape from the monotony of the same.

You can listen to the song below

II. ‘Swerve’ By Sixth Ocean

A new-age take on deep house music by electronic music producer Sixth Ocean in collaboration with Anish sood, Swerve is an upbeat blend of melodic synth and clean house beats. Its dulcet sounds and soft basslines, possess an almost ethereal quality, allowing listeners to sink into a state of unfettered calm and serenity.

Check out the track below

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