DJ King Flow interviews Rufus Sims for Mixtape Addict 80.

French DJ and producer DJ King Flow returns with another instalment of Mixtape Addict, delivering a finely curated selection of underground hip hop. Broadcast via Scientific Sound Asia, the Vietnam-based international radio station and promoter, the show continues to serve as a global platform for artists who uphold the core principles of hip hop culture.

DJ King Flow began his journey at the age of fourteen, developing a style rooted in boom bap while embracing a contemporary sensibility. His approach honours the foundations of 90s hip hop while remaining firmly connected to the present, consistently supporting emerging voices across the underground.

This ability to bridge generations has earned him recognition from listeners and artists worldwide, positioning him among the most trusted selectors within lyrical hip hop. Throughout his career, he has collaborated with influential figures including Ras Kass, Tragedy Khadafi, O.C., Juicy J and Khujo Goodie, building relationships that reinforce his dedication to preserving the genre’s lineage.

Since launching Mixtape Addict in 2015, he has shaped it into a respected hub for independent artists, offering radio shows, interviews and mixtape releases that spotlight genuine talent and contribute to the strength of the underground community. Alongside his work as a selector, DJ King Flow continues to expand his creative range as a producer.

His instrumental album The Adventures of F.J. Parker blends jazz-influenced melodies, soulful textures, deep grooves and the grit associated with classic hip hop production. His latest 2025 releases, including Money, Give the Town Some Hope and several forthcoming collaborations, reflect continued artistic progression and a clear dedication to the craft.

Interview Guest: Rufus Sims.

Rufus Sims is an underground hip hop artist from Chicago, Illinois, whose work is defined by introspective writing, controlled delivery and emotionally driven storytelling. Emerging from Chicago’s independent scene, his music reflects the realities of inner-city pressure, personal struggle and self-awareness, balancing vulnerability with lyrical focus.

His sound is built around minimal and moody production, allowing space for his voice and narratives to take centre stage. Rather than relying on aggression, Rufus Sims favours restraint and honesty, drawing listeners in through reflective themes and carefully measured flows. This approach aligns closely with Chicago’s tradition of raw, expressive hip hop rooted in lived experience.

Across his releases and collaborations, including work alongside artists such as Grea8Gawd and IamGawd, Rufus Sims has established himself as a consistent and thoughtful presence within the underground. His writing prioritises clarity, substance and emotional weight, reinforcing the importance of authenticity over trends.

Within the context of Mixtape Addict, Rufus Sims represents a new wave of Chicago artists pushing forward lyrical depth and personal expression, aligning with the show’s focus on underground hip hop that values sincerity, atmosphere and meaningful content.

The episode opens with Rufus Sims establishing a grounded and reflective tone through Keep Playing, Jim Duggin and Black Magic, blending lyrical control with street-level intensity. Chris Christopher briefly softens the mood on Tree Love, before Perfcto reinforces the raw Boom Bap foundation with Apollo. Apokalips The Archangel deepens the emotional weight on Confessions, adding a personal edge to the opening stretch.

A shift in regional flavour arrives as Larry June brings West Coast smoothness on The Smooth Kind, followed by the stripped-back underground focus of Soul Fly. A.F.R.O then raises the technical bar on U Ain’t, before the atmosphere turns militant with Defcon 1. Derange Da Messiah keeps the introspective current flowing on Everything, maintaining the episode’s balance between aggression and reflection.

East Coast grit takes centre stage again with Jingling Baby, as E Ness and Peedi Crakk deliver sharp Philadelphia realism. The intensity escalates through Corleone, before The Game injects political urgency into the mix on AmeriKKKa’s Nightmare. Perfcto returns with the uncompromising Beast Mode, pushing the Hardcore edge to its peak.

The closing stretch brings lyrical focus and perspective through Victims Of The Streets, as Your Old Droog adds sharp observation and narrative depth. DJ King Flow rounds off the hour with an in-depth interview with Rufus Sims, tying the musical journey back to themes of discipline, independence and underground integrity. Episode 80 stands as a cohesive Boom Bap statement rooted in authenticity and regional diversity.

The live broadcast will air on Tuesday, December 30, 2025, from 8 to 10 PM Indochina Time (ICT), with a replay set for Saturday from 8 to 10 AM (ICT).

DJ King Flow Mixtape Addict episode 80 (first hour).

Rufus Sims - Keep Playing

Rufus Sims - Jim Duggin feat. Grea8Gawd & IamGawd

Jae Haze & Rufus Sims - Black Magic

Chris Christopher - Tree Love

Perfcto - Apollo

Apokalips The Archangel - Confessions

Larry June - The Smooth Kind

Legit & Rex Seshunz - Soul Fly

AFRO - U Ain't (Prod Erick Sermon)

Obleak, Outcast Gawd Lord El, J Vengeance & Unscathed - Defcon 1

Derange Da Messiah - Everything

E Ness & Peedi Crakk - Jingling Baby

Millyz & Joyner Lucas - Corleone

The Game - AmeriKKKa's Nightmare

Perfcto - Beast Mode

Your Old Droog - Victims Of The Streets

DJ King Flow - Interview with Rufus Sims

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