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Malayalam Rapper STIC Launches Def Jam India Chapter with Single ‘KINGMOVES’
✍️ MusiCulture
🗓 10 Oct 2026, 02:18 PM
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Kerala‑based hip‑hop artist STIC has signed with Def Jam India and released his debut track ‘KINGMOVES’.
Kerala‑born rapper STIC has entered a partnership with the global hip‑hop label Def Jam India, marking the label’s first foray into Malayalam rap. The collaboration was announced alongside the release of his inaugural single under the imprint, titled “KINGMOVES”.
“KINGMOVES” blends traditional Malayalam lyrical flow with contemporary trap beats, showcasing STIC’s signature rapid‑fire delivery. The track is positioned as a statement of artistic independence, reflecting the growing appetite for regional language rap across the country.
Def Jam India’s entry into the Malayalam market underscores the label’s strategy to diversify its roster beyond mainstream Hindi and English acts. Industry observers note that STIC’s signing could open doors for other South Indian hip‑hop talents seeking wider distribution and production support.
The single is now available on major streaming platforms, and early listener data indicates a strong response from both Kerala’s local audience and the broader Indian hip‑hop community.
“KINGMOVES” blends traditional Malayalam lyrical flow with contemporary trap beats, showcasing STIC’s signature rapid‑fire delivery. The track is positioned as a statement of artistic independence, reflecting the growing appetite for regional language rap across the country.
Def Jam India’s entry into the Malayalam market underscores the label’s strategy to diversify its roster beyond mainstream Hindi and English acts. Industry observers note that STIC’s signing could open doors for other South Indian hip‑hop talents seeking wider distribution and production support.
The single is now available on major streaming platforms, and early listener data indicates a strong response from both Kerala’s local audience and the broader Indian hip‑hop community.