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 underground is alive and evolving.
1. Malaki – “E-GO”
Malaki returns with “E-GO,” a sharp narrative on ego’s rise and fall—released June 11 via Folded Waffle approval. Clocking in with punchy production and tight delivery, the track explores confidence’s fine line with arrogance. Driven by crisp drums and clever wordplay, it’s a head-nodder and thinker combined—a strong entry from an artist building on his growing repertoire.
2. KSI – “Catch Me If You Can”
UK heavyweight KSI delivers again with this infectious anthem of ambition. Backed by Atlantic UK, the single pushes his chart momentum—via his ninth Top-10 hit—and reinforces his unstoppable drive. Critics have noted its confident lyricism and catchy hook, calling it a clear flex anthem. In Reddit circles, fans are split—some call it an earworm, others say it “slaps” or gives “holiday vibes” . Whatever the verdict, “Catch Me If You Can” is proof that KSI’s genre-hopping game is still on point.
3. D. Bird × Loose Logic × Chino XL – “Flow Fury”
A raw, rapid-fire collision of talents—“Flow Fury” dropped June 5 on 3716617 Records. Featuring Underground icons Loose Logic and the late Chino XL (The Bronx lyricist who passed in 2024) alongside D. Bird, the track burns with verbal intensity. With a runtime just under four minutes, it’s a showcase of complex bars and head-nodding energy—boom-bap revival meets modern grit.
4. Manic Year (David Liebig) – “Music”
David Liebig’s hyperpop project Manic Year flips the script with “Music,” a kaleidoscopic exploration of love, ambition, and betrayal. Expect glitchy production, dramatic transitions, and cheeky, intimate lyrics. Less a traditional rap cut, more a computerized catharsis, this one’s for listeners who chase sonic risk and emotional depth alike.
These five tracks showcase the breadth of Folded Waffle’s mission: amplifying artists who elevate hip-hop through craft, culture, and character. From ego’s pitfalls to cosmic awakening, ambition to authenticity, this roundup reflects the layered humanity at the core of real music.
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