THE VANGUARD Spotify’s New OFFCULT Playlist Is a Love Letter to the Future of German Rap

Once a niche subculture, German rap has evolved into an influential cultural movement. Now, Spotify is giving the genre a new home with OFFCULT, a playlist dedicated to the most distinctive and forward-thinking German rap artists.

The playlist features 50 handpicked songs, updated weekly, that spotlight the artists shaping the sound and spirit of German rap. From rising newcomers to established names, OFFCULT is a space built on quality, originality, and artistic vision.

“With OFFCULT, we’re creating a place where music and culture discovery begin,” said Gerwin Laux, Editorial Lead, Spotify Central Europe. “It’s our love letter to German rap as an art form—to the creativity that once grew from the underground and now defines culture itself. OFFCULT looks ahead to what’s next, not just what’s now. We want to shine a light on the artists whose uniqueness, courage, and vision are shaping the sound and culture of a generation.”

The playlist also introduces two brand-new video formats on Spotify that are designed to bring fans closer to the artists they love. The long-form series OFFMAKING offers an intimate look into the work and inspirations of select talent, while the biweekly OFFCULT Spotlight highlights a standout track from the scene with unique visuals and bonus info directly within the playlist. Fans can check out the trailer for the first OFFMAKING episode featuring Souly and an OFFCULT Spotlight clip with OG LU now.

To celebrate the launch, Spotify hosted a special fan event in Hangar 5 at Berlin’s historic Tempelhof, a former airport turned public park. The concert featured a lineup of artists who embody the playlist’s creative edge, including Ceren, Charlize, Kane, Lelosa, Lucio101, OG LU, Paula Hartmann, Sosa La M, THIZZY52, and Wa22ermann.

OFFCULT is in good company. It joins a diverse collection of Spotify playlists that capture the full spectrum of German rap, including favorites like Deutschrap Brandneu, Shisha Club, and Rap in deep, so fans can always find the right soundtrack for any moment.

Jump into the world of OFFCULT now.