Deeply inspired by her own earthy brand of spirituality, the music of Thai singer-songwriter Peeralada Sukawat—aka Pyra—is surprisingly relatable. From the bounce of “plastic world” to the ethereal drift of “To Infinity”, her globe-spanning sound combines thoroughly modern R&B and electronic pop with echoes of the past in traditional rhythm and melody. It’s as bold as her fiercely independent approach to the music industry, and it’s also caught attention internationally: Pyra became the first Thai artist to perform at the legendary Burning Man when the gathering went virtual for 2020.