Indian Hip-Hop Artists to Watch 2024
Discover the freshest sounds in Indian hip-hop! SMG ignites the scene with their new EP, Let’s Create The Time, showcasing the vibrant energy of Punjabi hip-hop. Veteran KR$NA drops his expansive mixtape, Yours Truly, featuring collaborations with Raftaar, Badshah, and more, proving his influence within the Indian hip-hop landscape. Tamil artist bebhumika blends futuristic pop and R&B vocals in her new release Uyir Ponaalum. News Directory 3 provides the vital details on the latest releases. Explore the cutting-edge of music. Discover what’s next for these groundbreaking artists.
SMG, KR$NA, Bebhumika Drop New Hip-Hop, Pop
Updated May 31, 2025
Mumbai-based hip-hop group SMG, known for tracks like “C.R.E.A.M. Posse,” recently released their new EP, Let’s Create The Time, via Mass Appeal. The trio—Farmaan, Big Kay, and Baggh-e—continue to deliver strong Punjabi rap, infused with a modern Mumbai vibe. Their unique flow is evident in tracks like “LMK” and “It’s Hard.” ”Way Up” combines luxury themes with aggressive beats, while “Velvet Rage” showcases a faster tempo, solidifying their presence in Punjabi hip-hop.
New Delhi’s KR$NA, described as a hip-hop veteran, has launched his mixtape, Yours Truly. The 15-track project highlights his versatility, featuring collaborations with producers Phenom and Karan Kanchan, as well as rap artists Raftaar, Badshah, Seedhe Maut, Yashraj, Awich, and Aitch.KR$NA addresses various topics, from criticisms about release frequency in “Nothing To Prove” to political correctness in ”Sensitive” with Seedhe maut.
Tamil pop artist bebhumika is making waves with Uyir Ponaalum, blending futuristic pop with Tamil lyrics.The singer-songwriter explores themes of empowerment in “Thalapathi,” creates a Tamil-Hindi fusion with Samad Khan in ”megham,” and delivers an acoustic ballad with “Uyire.” With production support from Pixlpxl and flameboi, Bebhumika’s R&B vocals shine, particularly in the house-inspired title track.