Dr. Cryme, whose real name is Darlington Kwasi Agyekum, is known for his "Twipop" sound, which mixes rap, hiplife, and Afro-pop.  He has been one of Ghana's most varied hitmakers since his breakout song, "Kill Me Shy." He blends street anthems with radio-friendly melodies while staying true to his roots. Dr Cryme has showed both constancy and innovation across six major projects, from his first album,...

XRick SaenzX, an emerging voice from the vibrant Los Angeles hip-hop scene, seems to understand this primal urge that sometimes, a song just wants to have a good time. His latest single, "Kickback," featuring fellow artist Out The Way (OTW), arrives with the straightforward intention of being a "party song." Yet, like any good get-together, there’s often more happening beneath the surface chatter and booming...