“kalimba” – bgumrazr
Alexander DavisSep 30, 2025
Folded Waffle draws this release into the current, offering listeners a closer encounter with the artistry of bgumrazr. For those arriving fresh and those already...
No Spotlight Needed
Marcus RodriquezSep 03, 2025
Some of the sharpest voices in hip-hop don’t wait for algorithms to bless them with visibility. They grind. They build. They put in the hours long before a...
Stupid Sexy Paulo by Paulo and the Problems (Fogwood Records)
Victoria ChenJul 27, 2025
Even with the first notes of Stupid Sexy Paulo, one senses that it is not an everyday album release but an on-the-spot collective confessional. Raleigh native with a...
Chadio & The Gumshoe Strut – Root Sellers
Alexander DavisJun 29, 2025
🌱 Root Sellers by Chadio & The Gumshoe Strut: Underground Icons in Full Bloom Underground hip-hop rarely gets the archival treatment it deserves, but Root...
Showtime Ramon & ProjectPorter Push Boundaries with “Splatterbrain” and “Tiger Woods”
Olivia KnightFeb 28, 2025
In the world of hip-hop, experimentation can often lead to groundbreaking tracks, and Showtime Ramon’s recent releases, “Splatterbrain” and...
Proklaim – PANTHERA
Lanzen TateAug 21, 2024
Proklaim, a solo hip-hop artist and songwriter, stands out in the industry with his unique ability to weave complex narratives and thought-provoking themes into...
“Vegan Vampire” – Optik
Marcus RodriquezAug 09, 2024
OPTIK, a name making waves in the alternative hip-hop scene, drops an audacious new track, “Vegan Vampire.” Released on August 8, 2024, this single is a...
“Check One” – Where Is Leroy?
Alexander DavisAug 01, 2024
“Check One,” released on July 31, 2024, is a testament to WHERE IS LEROY?‘s ability to captivate and innovate within the hip-hop landscape. The track...
NUFFJAH – Burn
Marcus RodriquezJun 11, 2024
“Burn” opens with an atmospheric beat that immediately pulls you in. The production is both chill and energetic, a rare combination that NUFFJAH handles with...
From Smoke to Stardust: 10 Groundbreaking Hip-Hop Tracks Redefining 2025’s Underground Sound
From gritty boom-bap to experimental art rap, this curated selection of 10 standout tracks showcases the dynamic range of today’s hip-hop scene. Each artist brings...