“Over The Turnstile”

New York’s underground has been the pulse of the rap scene–and the spearhead of culture, for that matter–since the genre’s humble origins up in the Bronx. No matter who’s holding the mic, there’s this in-articulable feeling within each track's DNA that is so inherently New York. Now more than ever, the city has a refreshing roster of talented artists within its boroughs that are entirely reinventing the status quo of what today’s music sounds and feels like. Among the city’s endless list of talent are staples like Wiki whose meticulously purposeful pen personifies what coming-of-age in the city is like and MIKE’s unreplicable energy and soul that paints each track with raw emotion and vulnerability from start to finish like no other. Furthermore, it’s clear that Wiki and MIKE are far more than just two notable NYC artists. Their art mirrors New Yorkers' real authentic human experience, unbleached by the romanticized agenda pushed by transplants and out-of-touch suits. Wiki, MIKE, and the other talented poets of the city are far more sincere and authentic than any mayor’s words could ever be; they are the real voice of the people and city. This 15-song playlist spotlights our favorite tracks and voices emerging from the underground. Hit play and tap in; there’s no fare!