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#IMDAwards26 We return with the 7th edition of the Indian Music Diaries Awards, recognising independent and contemporary music as it exists today.We will be considering releases from January 1 to December 31, 2025, spotlighting artists, producers, and creators shaping India’s evolving soundscape across genres, languages, and formats. Our categories remain intentionally focused, precise and purposeful; ensuring every recognition carries weight while making space for diverse voices and collaborations.Unwavering. Unabashed. Unparalleled. The ethos remains. The bar rises.Submissions close February 19, 2026 | 11:59 PM. Each artist or release may be submitted in up to two categories only. Link in our bio! by @theindianmusicdiaries

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Slide into our features — the right way!We get it. DMs can get messy. So to keep things smooth, structured, and stress-free (for you and us), we’ve rolled out a dedicated Google Form for all your editorial submissions.Whether it’s a new release, a gig you’re playing, or something worth shouting from the music rooftops — drop the details there, and we’ll take it from there.Hit the link in bio to submit!Let’s make some noise, the organised way. by @theindianmusicdiaries

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#TIMDVisuals Divyam Sodhi and Khwaab come together for ‘Marham’, a collaborative single that explores healing, emotional vulnerability, and the comfort of finding solace in another person. Blending introspective songwriting with understated production, the track reflects on the process of moving through emotional wounds while holding on to hope.Composed by Divyam Sodhi and Khwaab, and written by Aditi Raj, ‘Marham’ pairs heartfelt lyricism with a restrained sonic palette that allows its central emotions to take focus. The accompanying music video complements the song’s intimate atmosphere, translating its themes of resilience and connection into a simple visual narrative. by @theindianmusicdiaries

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#Review Smiti Malik’s solo EP, Sad Songs for A Sunday, leans into introspection with a collection of songs shaped by melancholy, emotional vulnerability, and the quiet routines of living through grief. Written during the pandemic, the project embraces a stripped back indie rock sound that prioritizes honest songwriting over sonic experimentation, allowing its reflective lyricism and understated arrangements to carry the emotional weight.While the EP’s restrained approach can feel repetitive across its runtime, Malik’s strength as a songwriter consistently stands out. Tracks like the title song offer moments of warmth and showcase her expressive vocal range, with lines that linger long after the music fades. Sad Songs for A Sunday is less interested in dramatic emotional peaks than in sitting with sadness, making for a thoughtful, intimate debut that values sincerity over spectacle.Read the full article on our website(link in the bio) By Saptaparna Samajdar(@saptaparnasamajdar ) by @theindianmusicdiaries

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Education reform activist Sonam Wangchuk has entered the 20th day of his indefinite hunger strike at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar. He began the fast on June 28, demanding Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation over the alleged NEET UG 2026 paper leak. Doctors have warned that Wangchuk has reached the critical stage of prolonged fasting, while CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke claimed he is now “on his deathbed.”Several musicians, including Encore ABJ of Seedhe Maut, Raman Negi, Parvaaz, Raga, Bloodywood’s Karan Katiyar, Vishal Dadlani, Artist Collective and events agency Spitdope Inc., Pho and Yashraj among others, have voiced their support for Wangchuk, while singer Kaka visited the protest site. More than 1,800 artists, writers and academics, including Arundhati Roy and Naseeruddin Shah, have also backed the protest’s demands, with the Cockroach Janta Party set to march to Parliament on July 20. by @theindianmusicdiaries

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#TIMDVisuals Purple Cassette’s latest single, ‘Waiting on Nothing’, is an introspective indie rock track that reflects on vulnerability, emotional distance, and the relationships that quietly shape our lives. Built around honest songwriting and understated instrumentation, the song captures the conflict between wanting independence and recognising the comfort of having people to lean on.The track is written and performed by Purple Cassette. The official music video complements the song’s intimate and reflective atmosphere with a restrained visual approach that keeps the focus on its emotional core. Directed, shot, and edited by Vishwajoy Mukherjee, the video mirrors the themes of connection, isolation, and quiet introspection that run throughout the song. by @theindianmusicdiaries

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#Review It’s been less than a year since Shillong-based hardcore group Catatonic released their sophomore EP titled “Metanoia”, and the lads are back with another riveting addition to their catalogue. Stepping further away from their death-grind roots, “Smug” bridges all the gaps between hardcore, noise rock, and post-punk. It specifically scratches the familiar itch one develops when left feeling devoid of a common thread that ties it all together, more so with classics that shaped multiple subgenres.A group that’s steadily solidifying itself within the alternative and metal scenes, Catatonic have taken a new leap with the release of “Smug”. Chaotic catharsis is in their veins, and now they’ve taken a step towards blending brash texture with it, without sacrificing any of the hooks or melody. This is a group that deserves all the credit and visibility it can garner, hopefully getting to fill opening slots at big festivals for international artists one day. They have shared the stage with some of Indian metal’s revered names (Gutslit, Maneating Orchid) and are the de-facto torchbearers of Indian post-hardcore along with Mumbai-based Pacifist. This EP reaffirms one’s faith in a scene that is growing quietly amidst all the noise.Read the full article on our website(link in the bio) By Devadri Bhattacharya by @theindianmusicdiaries

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#TIMDVisuals Swati Bhatt’s latest single, Qaid, reflects on the value of independent thought in a world shaped by noise, misinformation, and appearances. Through its introspective lyrics, the song urges listeners to question accepted narratives and seek their own understanding.Written, composed and performed by Swati Bhatt, Qaid is produced by Dhruv Visvanath. The accompanying music video is directed and conceptualized by Mohit Tiwari, shot by Anish Jain and Mohit Tiwari, and edited by Anish Jain. by @theindianmusicdiaries

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#TIMDVisuals Keshavara and Sahana Naresh’s Pambu Mookan Uncle brings together Indian folk influences and cinematic storytelling, pairing the song’s earthy sound with visuals that travel across striking natural landscapes.Directed by Niclas Weber, the video accompanies a song written by Sahana Naresh, Keshav Purushotham, Niklas Schneider, Christopher Martin and Benedikt Filleböck, produced by Keshav Purushotham and Niklas Schneider. by @theindianmusicdiaries

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#Review If you’ve spent any time around Kerala’s indie music scene in the last few years, you’ve probably crossed paths with Haniya Nafisa. She’s a singer, songwriter, and producer who has been experimenting with different genres, collaborating with artists on singles in the last two years since her debut. All of that has culminated in her debut album, Vaakkath, which she launched at MIJ Studios in Kochi, with her collaborators, fans, and a good chunk of the city’s indie community in the room.It’s nine tracks, all written, composed, and performed by her. And it dips its toes into some heavy places like love, self-discovery, rage and survival.Read the full article on our website(link in the bio) By Harita Odedara(@thelitpicture ) by @theindianmusicdiaries

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#TIMDVisuals Narayan Sharma closes his EP Uyyale Geethe with Hinnudi, an instrumental epilogue that brings together the emotions of the project without the use of words. Leaving its meaning open to interpretation, the track invites listeners to find their own sense of closure as the journey through the EP comes to an end.Composed, produced, and performed by Narayan Sharma, Hinnudi features contributions from Advait Pattanaik, Sylvester Pradeep, Sunil Silvester, Napier Naveen, Nikhil Ram, Parth Chandiramani, and Shruti Raj. The track is mixed and mastered by Aniket Mohanty. The music video is directed, shot, and edited by Karthik Shetty under A Rectangle Films Production. by @theindianmusicdiaries

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