Chengdu, known for its tongue-numbing spices and mahjong packed teahouses, has now become a bubbling hotbed of a burgeoning rap scene. It is raising China’s new generation of hip-hop artists. They are playful, provocative, and boldly assert a distinct regional sound that the public has not heard before. For the first time Boiler Room comes to Chengdu, we are showcasing these artists who are shaping the future of the hip-hop scene in China.

YOUNG COCO HARIKIRI BIGLOCO EDDIE BEATZ JINSFAKE SOULARK MC AYBARS AKA YILY MC KLAT