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By Jamal K
Rising PluggnB artist Khiyreee is starting to build real momentum with his tracks “2K” and “PTS.” Both songs carry that melodic, emotional energy that defines the PluggnB wave, but there’s also something more personal un...

By Jamal K
There is something instantly captivating about fuk wit'chu. The record carries a smooth melodic trap bounce, but what really elevates it are the layered harmonies that glide over the instrumental. It feels atmospheric, i...

By Jamal K
Maison Chrome is stepping into a defining moment with the release of his highly anticipated single “DIE RISE.” Known for turning venues into dance floors and nights into memories, this release feels deeper. It is not jus...

By Jamal K
Twinstar is gearing up to drop what he confidently calls his breakout mixtape next month, if everything goes according to plan. The project is titled Twibbyaster, and the name alone carries weight. While his real name is...

By Jamal K
Illusion’s Drop Dead comes through as a sharp left turn from what people might expect. Instead of leaning into the wave everyone else is riding, the project taps into a darker, ambient trap space that quietly nods to the...

By Jamal K
zeoclassical lives deep in the underground wave, blending hyperpop, pluggnb, and rage into a sound that feels energetic, experimental, and raw. The project moves through different melodies and flows, showing an artist wi...

By Jamal K
There’s a certain duality that lives inside Mixed Signals. On first listen, it feels bright, upbeat, and built to move a crowd. Spend a little more time with it, though, and the emotion underneath starts to surface. Aban...

By Jamal K
Slimetonez is an artist who moves with instinct. His music lives in that space between nostalgia and emotion, where familiar sounds meet personal expression. From flipping iconic records to crafting soothing, melodic tra...

By Jamal K
“Dude Season” isn’t just a tagline. It’s a mindset. When you press play on Dude’s music, the first thing that hits isn’t a bar or a concept, it’s energy. His sound is wavy, melodic, and built to move people, the kind of ...

By Jamal K
louvpink’s “parasite” arrives as a bold step into genre fusion, blending hyperpop’s futuristic intensity with the grit and bounce of trap. The track feels high energy on the surface, but beneath the glitchy melodies and ...

By Jamal K
FlavidRuffin teams up with producer Cole Makin' Moves for the release of the “Uncertain” music video, a statement piece that blends hard trap energy with melodic tension. The track arrives as a turning point in FlavidRuf...

By Jamal
With Industrialization, Midi continues to separate himself from the noise of the underground by leaning into experimentation, texture, and growth. The track feels cold, metallic, and intense, yet still controlled, reflec...

By Jamal
Nearian has carved out a lane in emotional hip hop that prioritizes honesty over image, and “Running from the Past” stands as one of his most vulnerable releases yet. The track carries a cinematic weight, blending intros...

By Jamal
“Shinythangs” is one of those tracks that immediately grabs you with its hook. It’s catchy, playful, and perfectly built for anyone who loves melodic rap with personality. The mixing on his vocals stands out too, giving ...

By Jamal
New single dropping December 12th, 2025 on all platforms Jersey Mal’s upcoming single “Antisocial” blends raw honesty with that unmistakable Jersey edge. The snippet alone shows a controlled, confident flow packed wit...

By Jamal
In the constantly shifting landscape of the underground, few artists approach music with the raw honesty of DEMXN BABYY. His sound, equal parts energy and emotion, isn’t just about hype, it’s about healing. Cry808 sat do...