Kya Bolta Bantai? – The Rise of Mumbai Rap

Rap in India went from derivative to original over the last years, got co-opted quicker and hit the mainstream without much warning. Mumbai rap, which also got known as gully rap, saw an even sharper rise and eventual breakthrough into the realm of Bollywood. With first generation crews like Mumbai’s Finest grinding it out, to […]

Prabh Deep, Seedhe Maut And Azadi Records Are What Indian Hip-Hop Needs | VICE Raps

Prabh Deep, Seedhe Maut And Azadi Records Are What Indian Hip-Hop Needs | VICE Raps Azadi Records are a new wave in Indian hip-hop, uniting diverse voices from various parts of the country. With artists such as Prabh Deep, Seedhe Maut, Ahmer, Tienas, and Swadesi, the label talks about issues of free speech, environmental crisis, […]