Listening to the new DownTown Mystic EP, "Mystic Highway", is a bit like finding an old, perfectly worn-in roadmap in the glovebox of a brand new car. It has the feel of something essential, something foundational, yet it’s being used to navigate a landscape of blindingly modern anxieties. Robert Allen, the architect behind this project, isn’t just playing classic rock; he's conducting a seance...

Proklaim is a rapper and poet who has taken the scene by storm with his unique style and everlasting enthusiasm for the art form. He is considered to be one of the most promising voices in the world of hip-hop. This Namibian musician, who was born Alexander Kiremire, has been mesmerizing listeners with his self-assured lyrics, rhythmic rhythms, and forceful delivery, and he is swiftly...