“Level Up” – K.I.D. Casper,Asa Jake
Olivia KnightSep 06, 2025
In our editorial vision, we draw focus to this release—an offering that carries the weight of craft, intention, and presence. Whether this is your first encounter...
“Ms Russell” – D’ Nairo
Alexander DavisJul 28, 2025
In a time where so many rap narratives spin tales without soul, D’ Nairo doesn’t just talk—he testifies. Born Damman Gaines in Oklahoma City, D’...
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...
🎤 Folded Frequencies: Calm Is the Counterattack
Olivia KnightJul 02, 2025
There are people in this world who feast on chaos. They poke, prod, provoke—not out of curiosity, but out of insecurity, hoping to throw you off balance. They find...
“Mystique” – Eleftherios
Alexander DavisJun 19, 2025
Sometimes, all it takes is a mic, a mellow loop, and a message. Eleftherios, the Birmingham-based MC with a name that flows like a secret code, drops a chill-simmering...
Folded Frequencies: Drip, Soul, and Substance
Rachel SinclairJun 13, 2025
In this installment of Folded Frequencies, we journey through artist-driven integrity and emotional resonance. SICKX and LLUTERO say no to industry smoke and hype,...
Waffle Radar: Fresh Drops That Demand Your Attention
Rachel SinclairJun 11, 2025
Stay locked in—these four new bangers are tearing through genres and making waves in the Folded community. From introspective boom-bap to unapologetic alt-rap, the...
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...