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India Shawn is unfiltered, fearless, and always evolving. The Los Angeles-born singer-songwriter has long been admired for her raw storytelling, effortlessly making listeners feel like they’re catching up with an old friend. Now, as she steps into a new chapter, she’s bringing a fresh sonic evolution to 2026—one that’s deeply authentic yet undeniably new.
This June, India Shawn returns with her genre-bending new single, “Kill Switch.” The song highlights India’s mesmerizing voice and weaves the story of reclaiming one’s power. “Kill Switch” germinated the morning of the recording session with India waking of with the phrase “anybody else but you.” When India arrived at the studio, Livvy Bennett and Michael Hunter (of indie rock band Mamalarky) were jamming on ideas that would shape the song, and that line clicked perfectly into place over the chords. D’Mile brought the production to life, and Varren Wade helped flesh out the melody and lyrics. Said India, “’Kill Switch’” is an unexpected shift, as I move away from the familiar shadows of unreturned love and reclaim the power to decide my own fate. It’s a song about recognizing the potential danger of crossing the line from friends to lovers, and trying to safeguard what’s real before it becomes too messy; “this could turn from a good thing to hate, keep it shallow for our own sake.”
India Shawn recently released “There Must Be A God”—the soul-stirring anthem that served as the end-credit song for Andscape’s Hulu film “She Taught Love” —India continues to solidify her space as a voice that moves between the celestial and the familiar, carrying echoes of something eternal yet intimately known. The official music video debuted on Vevo on December 6, 2024, followed by a mesmerizing live performance that reaffirmed her ability to captivate audiences with her ethereal and emotive style.
Her critically acclaimed album Before We Go (Deeper) cemented her as a powerhouse in alternative R&B, earning praise from Billboard, NPR, UPROXX, and Noisey. Having penned hits for Chris Brown, Monica, and Keri Hilson, and performed alongside Kanye West’s Sunday Service and Anderson .Paak & The Free Nationals, India has long been an artist’s artist—respected, studied, and celebrated by those in the know.
Now, with a revitalized creative spirit and a clear vision, India is ready to take center stage once again. Her next phase is not just about keeping up with the moment—it’s about defining it. With new music, a refined artistic direction, and an undeniable presence, she continues to push the boundaries of alternative R&B, proving that evolution is the heartbeat of true artistry.
This time, the world is listening.
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INDIA SHAWN RELEASES “GONE” SINGLE AND MUSIC VIDEO
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“She blends sultry vocals with vulnerable songwriting. ‘Kill Switch’ is a masterclass in emotional clarity.”
– NPR
“India Shawn has a voice that flows like honey and lyrics that cut to the heart.”
– The Fader
“The singer-songwriter is moving into new sonic territory on her latest; a fearless reinvention produced by D’Mile.”
– okayplayer
“India Shawn, Lucky Daye and D’Mile are a lethal combination.”
– Vibe
“Shawn’s voice soars.”
– Wonderland
One of music’s most dynamic and powerful voices, India Shawn released her new single and video for “Gone” today. The song, written by India Shawn, D’Mile, Bianca “Blush” Atterbery and Jean Baptiste Kouame, continues Shawn’s self-empowering and relatable style of penning memorable and instantly catchy storytelling. The production (produced by Oscar® and Grammy® winner D’Mile and engineered by D’Mile and Grammy® winner John Kercy) is loaded with unexpected gems – surf guitars, whistling, clapping, and culminates with a piano solo that embodies a feeling of freedom when you regain your sense of self.
The video clip was directed by David Maxwell, and gives a neo-Western cinematic scope to the Soul/Pop anthem, and highlights Shawn’s liberating and empowering vocals. India’s unique style, impossibly earthy and glam at the same time, add to the visual drama.
Said India Shawn about “Gone,” “’Gone’ isn’t just about someone leaving, it’s about what I gain in their absence. Peace. Clarity. Strength. This song is about being more than okay alone—it’s about finally feeling powerful in it. ‘Gone’ is about releasing what doesn’t serve you—not in bitterness, but in clarity. It’s me learning that being alone isn’t lonely when you’re finally honest about what you deserve. I wrote it from that moment where you stop fighting to fix something that keeps breaking you, and instead, you choose yourself. Sonically, I wanted to break out of my own box with this song. D’Mile and I kept pushing until it felt bigger than just a pretty track—it had to feel like an anthem for finally walking away and not looking back.”
India Shawn is currently on tour with Free Nationals and Giveon.
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INDIA SHAWN RELEASES “COTTON CANDY BLVD.”
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“India Shawn looped in Grammy and Oscar-winning R&B savant D’Mile for a shimmering piece of ‘70s-steeped soul. ‘Kill Switch’ feels both grandiose and intimate – a testament to the innate warmth of Shawn’s vocal performance.”
- Billboard Magazine
“Powerful new single, ‘Kill Switch’.”
- Vibe Magazine
“The singer-songwriter is moving into new sonic territory on her latest; a fearless reinvention produced by D’Mile.”
- okayplayer
“India Shawn returns with her most potent vocal performance to date on a story of reclamation poured over molasses-smooth psychedelic soul production.”
- Clash Magazine
One of music’s most mellifluous and intoxicating voices, India Shawn releases her new single, “Cotton Candy Blvd.,” featuring Grammy® Award-winning artist Lucky Daye. “Cotton Candy Blvd.” is textured and bold with an unexpected edge from something as sweet as cotton candy. True to India’s honest and unfeigned lyrics, “Cotton Candy Blvd.” speaks from a real and relatable place. There’s a warm embrace to the song, like a late summer drive you never want to end.
Said India Shawn of the song, “’Cotton Candy Blvd.’ is a summer night, a slow drive, and a long-awaited yes. I’ve been waiting just as long as the fans for this dream collab, and it delivers. There’s something magical about the way Lucky and I blended on the record. The song is sweet, but it’s got depth – it’s the tension before the kiss, the invitation and the promise. When I sing ‘I’m more than ready to love,’ I mean it.”
“Cotton Candy Blvd.” was written by India Shawn, Yonatan “Chiiild” Ayal, Alexander Duncan IV, Colin Munroe, D’Mile, Rudolph > Catwell II and Lucky Daye, produced by D’Mile and Yonatan “Chiiild” Ayal, and engineered by D’Mile and John Kercy.
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INDIA SHAWN RELEASES HOTLY ANTICIPATED
SINGLE & VIDEO FOR “KILL SWITCH”
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On June 13, India Shawn returns with her genre-bending new single and video, “Kill Switch” on VANTA Music/Disney Music Group. The song highlights India’s mesmerizing voice and weaves the story of reclaiming one’s power. Said India, “’Kill Switch’” is an unexpected shift, as I move away from the familiar shadows of unreturned love and reclaim the power to decide my own fate. It’s a song about recognizing the potential danger of crossing the line from friends to lovers, and trying to safeguard what’s real before it becomes too messy; “this could turn from a good thing to hate, keep it shallow for our own sake.” “Kill Switch” was written by India Shawn, Varren Wade, D’Mile, Livvy Bennett and Michael Benjamin Hunter, and was produced by D’Mile, Livvy Bennett and Michael Benjamin Hunter.
The video was directed by Anne-Sophie Bine and co-stars India Shawn with actor/musician Luke James. The clip is a labyrinthine odyssey through love, loss and the unraveling of reality. India finds herself trapped in a shifting tapestry of her own past lives. As scenes collapse and identities blur, India must come to terms with the fact that some relationships aren’t meant to last.
VANTA Music is the label helmed by Oscar® and Grammy® Award-winning producer and songwriter D’Mile, Grammy® Award-winning Engineer John Kercy and multi-hyphenate music executive Natalie Prospere. VANTA Music – Amplifying Culture.
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