There is a version of Indian hip-hop that is easy to recognise. There are the familiar flows, the familiar production, the familiar visual language. And then there are artists who seem less interested in fitting into an existing lane than in building one around themselves. CheerFaad belongs to the latter category. Born out of Delhi's Jamnapaar and shaped by both Indian hip-hop and the heavier sounds of global alternative music, CheerFaad has spent the better part of the last

Spotify’s official editorial playlists serve as a global stage for breakthrough songs and emerging voices. This month, the Hindi rap track “Soch Lo”—brought to life by performers Siyaahi and Raga, and producer Rakht—has landed on the coveted New Rap Hindi playlist, marking a milestone for everyone involved. The Significance of a Spotify Editorial Placement For contemporary artists, being chosen for an official editorial playlist like New Rap Hindi means exposure to hundreds o