We said Montana has heat. You didn’t believe us. Here is the official W.D.O.P.E. Dopetrackz Radio countdown of the Top Billings Montana hip hop artists. From gold-certified country-rap hybrids to underground existential duos, this list proves the 406 is a real hip-hop battlefield.
#10: Prince Lockett
The Underground King of Bass
Why they are on the list: If you love sneaky bass heavy beats and effortless delivery, Prince Lockett is your new obsession. He may as well be the definition of underground, but his attractive sound belongs amongst the stars. He is a multi-talented rapper and producer holding it down for the independent scene in Billings.
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#9: Anonimus Eidentity
The Poetic Existentialists
Why they are on the list: This Montana-based duo brings a radically new perspective to hip-hop. While other artists talk about cars and clothes, Anonimus Eidentity explores existential dread with poetic clarity. Their impressionistic productions make them the most unique act on this list—perfect for late-night headphone sessions.
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#8: Austin Martin
The Rancher with the Falsetto
Why they are on the list: You have never heard a voice like this coming from a cattle ranch. Austin Martin is not your typical Montana rancher. His compellingly textured tenor and soaring falsetto carry smooth melodies with a touch of hip-hop attitude. He is a breath of hot fresh air for anyone tired of the same old trap loops.
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#7: Overtime
The Gold Standard (RIAA Certified)
Why they are on the list: Overtime isn’t just a local hero; he is an RIAA Certified Gold recording artist. His unique fusion of country, rock, and rap reflects his rugged Montana upbringing. With a blue-collar persona and unyielding independence, Overtime proves you can be a cowboy and a spitter at the same time. Listen to the “This Is Overtime” playlist immediately.
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#6: DaNe RiCo
The Melodic Underground Visionary
Why they are on the list: Blending hip-hop, melodic rap, and alternative underground styles, DaNe RiCo brings a visual element to Billings hip-hop. With creative direction that turns music videos into art films, DaNe RiCo is building an online presence that bridges the gap between the street and the avant-garde.
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#5: Zak James
Montana’s Renaissance Man
Why they are on the list: Singer. Rapper. Actor. Comedian. Food critic. Philanthropist. Zak James wears every hat possible. But at his core, he is one of Montana’s rising rap stars trying to speak his truth and be the man he never knew in his youth. He is the most entertaining follow on the list, but his bars are dead serious.
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#4: Coul Hill
From Crime to Christ (The Testimony)
Why they are on the list: Real talk. Coul Hill released a Christian-themed rap album titled Coul Hill to reflect a dramatic new life. After penning a memoir titled “From Crime to Christ: Thumbprints of God in the Life of a Criminal,” he turned his testimony into tracks. This is redemption rap at its most authentic. Find him on Spotify or Apple Music.
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#3: Chez Romero
The Legend in the Making
Why they are on the list: Father. Patriot. Musician. Podcaster. Entrepreneur. Friend. Chez Romero defines the hustle of the modern hip-hop multi-hyphenate. While others wait for a deal, Chez is building an empire across audio platforms. He is a legend in the making right before our eyes, representing the working class of Billings.
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#2: Preston Wayne
The TV Soundtrack King (Power & Empire)
Why they are on the list: You have heard his work even if you didn’t know it. Preston Wayne is a melodic rapper and producer who placed music in 50 Cent’s “Power,” Lee Daniels’ “Empire,” and Lena Waithe’s “The Chi.” He wrote most of the soundtrack for Will Packer’s “Praise This” starring Quavo and Chlöe Bailey. Preston believes you must fall in love with the journey, and his journey from Billings to Hollywood is undeniable.
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#1: Bliss Music Enterprises
The Collective That Opened for Tech N9ne & E-40
Why they are on the top: They didn’t just start a group; they built a corporation. Bliss Music Enterprises consists of 6 Rap Artists, 1 Beat Producer, 1 Recording Engineer, and a Sound Studio. They have opened for Tech N9ne, E 40, Paul Wall, Afroman, Ill Bill, Twista, and Stevie Stone. Hailing from Chicago, Watts, Jamaica, and right here in Billings—they came together for one single goal: making music. They are the engine of the scene.
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