SoundCloud's "5 Scenes to Watch" List Puts Underground Rap and More in the Frame

SoundCloud's editorial team also pulled five scenes to watch with an accompanying playlist—an easy "research starting point" for artists looking to collaborate, cross-pollinate, or just understand where attention is shifting.

The list highlights movement outside traditional label cycles, emphasizing community-driven growth and platform-native discovery.

For indie artists, following these micro-scenes can reveal collaboration opportunities and audiences that mainstream playlists haven't reached yet.