The underground never sleeps. Each week, new sounds ripple through inboxes, playlists, and late-night sessions some raw, some polished, all hungry. This week’s Waffle Radar dives into ten submissions, pulling no punches while giving every artist their shine. Let’s dig in.

danXkim — “I Made It”

“I Made It” hits like a victory lap after a marathon nobody thought you’d finish. danXkim blends electronic textures with rap cadences and pop sensibilities, serving up a motivational anthem built for late-night hustlers and morning-grind playlists alike. The production leans glossy but keeps an edge, with a vocal delivery that’s more personal diary than radio formula.

🧇 Waffle Score: 3/5
A strong concept carried by energy. With more distinctive production choices, this could cut deeper into the memory.

Favour Abel — “TKO”

“TKO” feels like a sonic gut punch high-octane beats and distorted layers that channel aggression without glorifying violence. Abel’s delivery is breathless, his bars leaning into release rather than revenge. The hook is sticky, built for chaotic energy, and you can already picture the mosh pits it’ll fuel.

🧇 Waffle Score: 2/5
The fire’s there, but the mix lacks balance. With sharper engineering, “TKO” could land harder and last longer.

BackstageBruvs — “DRIPPI”

Dripping with confidence and bilingual flair, “DRIPPI” pairs German verses with English bounce in a way that feels seamless. BackstageBruvs bring a playful swagger, dropping ad-libs and punchlines over a beat that drips 808s and slick hi-hats. It’s club-ready, unapologetic, and fun.

🧇 Waffle Score: 2.5/5
The charisma sells it, but the soundscape is familiar. More risk in production would give it staying power.

The Young Yay — “Fred Hampton”

Named after one of history’s fiercest freedom fighters, “Fred Hampton” doesn’t waste time. The Young Yay spits with urgency, his bars steeped in frustration, pride, and a demand for respect. The instrumental is sparse yet gritty, letting every word cut through. It’s the kind of track that values message over melody, echoing the uncompromising spirit of its namesake.

🧇 Waffle Score: 2/5
The intent is undeniable. A cleaner recording and tighter arrangement could sharpen the impact.

The Host — “Reminder”

On “Reminder,” The Host delivers a reflective cut bars about focus, purpose, and grounding. The flow is steady, leaning conversational, while the beat rides lo-fi textures. It’s more meditative than explosive, the kind of joint you’d play while zoning out on a rainy commute.

🧇 Waffle Score: 2/5
Good intentions and mood, but the track doesn’t quite separate itself from countless others in the lane.

Garfield — “Who You Lovin? (feat. SYN)”

Here’s the knockout. Garfield, the Brownsville artist who went viral with “Aaliyah Interlude,” returns with a soul-baring anthem. “Who You Lovin?” pairs heartbreak with heavy 808s, sharp hi-hats, and Syn’s smooth contributions. Written in the shadow of personal loss and relationship fracture, the track blends grief with groove. It’s deeply vulnerable yet built for replay, a rare balance that proves Garfield isn’t chasing trends he’s crafting testimony.

🧇 Waffle Score: 5/5
The standout of this Radar. Personal, polished, and potent.

Reapers Scythe — “House of Façade”

Dark and experimental, “House of Façade” blurs rap with punk rock chaos. Guitars slash through the mix, drums pound with live-band energy, and the vocal delivery swings between spitfire and scream. The concept peeling back illusions and confronting masks feels theatrical, and the track lives in that in-between space of cipher and moshpit.

🧇 Waffle Score: 2/5
Creative ambition is here. With stronger mixing, the concept could really punch through.

Gwillo — “LET ME VENT”

This one’s raw therapy on wax. Gwillo spits as if the mic is his only outlet, venting frustrations with a mix of grit and vulnerability. The production stays minimal almost demo-like which emphasizes the words but limits replay value. Still, there’s something compelling about its unfiltered honesty.

🧇 Waffle Score: 2/5
A raw sketch with emotional weight. Needs more polish to match the power of the pen.

TheRealmiss BabyDee — “WHITE TEETH”

Southern swagger takes center stage on “WHITE TEETH.” BabyDee flexes with confidence, her flow sharp and unapologetic over a trap beat that rattles the trunk. It’s all about presence a track designed to announce her name and dare you not to take notice.

🧇 Waffle Score: 2.5/5
Full of energy, but the production and hook need a bit more uniqueness to stick.

Bobby Doc — “Cheap Classy”

Closing the set with a twist, “Cheap Classy” leans jazzy and lounge-inspired while still rooted in hip-hop cadence. Bobby Doc’s delivery is smooth, playful, and slightly tongue-in-cheek a vibe fit for rooftop cocktails as much as late-night headphone sessions. The genre-blend is intriguing, even if the mix isn’t flawless.

🧇 Waffle Score: 2.5/5
Stylish and different. With tighter sonics, this could turn heads beyond the underground.

This week’s Waffle Radar showed us everything from unpolished potential to undeniable gems. Garfield’s “Who You Lovin?” rose far above the crowd, while others hinted at greatness that just needs sharper execution. That’s the beauty of the underground every track is part of a process, and every process pushes culture forward.