Rising arizona artists

Drako Ridge, Southwest Tucson’s raw drill voice, channels unfiltered hood stories into gritty tracks that define AZ street rap. Dubbed the “most hated” local legend, he reps the desert goons with high energy flows and collabs alongside G Whiz, Ace300Mafia, Doughboy Loco, Huie V, and Yung Jugo.

Tucson, Arizona rapper Kairee Doty is quickly becoming one of AZ’s most talked‑about new voices, repping the 520 with confident delivery and unfiltered storytelling about his come‑up and city. His breakout track “Gahdamn” turned into a regional moment, pushing toward viral status as it amassed around a million streams and flooded timelines, shows, and local playlists. Built without major cosigns, heavy industry backing, or gimmicks, the record caught fire organically as listeners shared clips, performances, and reactions across social media, positioning Kairee Doty as a buzzing force in Arizona’s rap scene with momentum that continues to grow.

YNG WILDN is a rising hip-hop artist active in Arizona’s local scene and the cofounder of AZMOSTWANTED on instagram.

KP Kai emerges from Tucson’s vibrant underground hip-hop scene, blending raw flows with authentic Southwest desert narratives and gritty street energy. His introspective bars capture the AZ hustle, positioning him as a rising voice in the local wave.