Japanese Underground Rap

Japanese underground rap is a subversive and stylistically diverse music genre, thriving beneath the mainstream radar in Japan's bustling urban landscapes. This raw and authentic scene is characterized by its DIY ethos and often socially conscious lyricism, touching on themes from personal struggles to critiques of societal norms. The gritty and experimental beats, infused with traditional Japanese musical elements, underscore the artists' delivery—ranging from rapid-fire flows to melodic phrasings. Its performers, such as Kojoe and ANARCHY, embody the genre's edge and rebellious spirit, while groups like Fla$hbacks bring a sense of camaraderie and collective energy. The soundscape is a cultural mosaic, with artists like C.O.S.A. and KAN a.k.a. GAMI pushing the boundaries of hip-hop, while engaging deeply with their cultural identity and the global hip-hop community.

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CURIOUS (feat. Daiki Blunt & MuKuRo)
Single - Released September 4, 2024

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16FLIP
5lack
ANARCHY
BES
C.O.S.A.
D.O
Fla$hbacks
Gradis Nice
ICE BAHN
ISSUGI
JODY
JUMADIBA
KAN a.k.a. GAMI
Kojoe
MILES WORD
MONJU
MuKuRo
OMSB
Olive Oil
RYKEY
SIMON JAP
Senninsho
dj honda
febb as Young Mason
JUMADIBA
ANARCHY
C.O.S.A.
dj honda
5lack
Kojoe
D.O
RYKEY
KAN a.k.a. GAMI
MuKuRo
BES
Senninsho
OMSB
ISSUGI
Olive Oil
ICE BAHN
febb as Young Mason
Fla$hbacks
MILES WORD
SIMON JAP
Gradis Nice
MONJU
16FLIP
JODY