We’re halfway through the year, so it’s time to tap in.

On this mid-year check-in, Cole Jackson rounds up the Best of 2025 (So Far)—from breakout stars to underrated gems. Who’s got Album of the Year momentum? Which newcomers are making real noise? And which UK artists are shaping the sound in their own lane?

Tune in for picks across:

• Best Newcomer
• Album of the Year
• Most Underrated
• Best Rapper (So Far)
• UK Standouts

If you’ve been keeping up—or need to catch up—this is the one to hear.

Timestamps

(0:00) Cold Open

(0:42) Best Newcomers

(2:41) Rapper of the Year

(5:50) UK Spotlight

(9:34) Most Underrated Album

(14:04) Album of the Year

🎧 Curated Spotify Playlists:

▪️ Cole’s UK Selections – UK rap, grime, drill, alt vibes

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7iw59JQcJD5IEhfr6A4lea?si=vPEdwcYzSEKb4evP_aaUGg

▪️ In The Loop – U.S. hip-hop, new drops, underground heat

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0cKpuFv5atDUg2yn4FhzzZ?si=hGaLFWxvRcqOBNkQlQemsQ

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