HHP225 DJ Kayla G [Open Format / NYC]
Up next, hailing from Brooklyn, NY, and proudly representing her Guyanese roots, DJ Kayla G—known as The Female Force—has made her mark on the music industry for more than 17 years. An open-format DJ with a distinctive Afro-Caribbean influence, she is also a content creator, event planner, radio personality, mentor, and playlist curator who uses music to bridge cultures and connect audiences.
Kayla’s career includes DJ battle wins, media features, and appearances on Apple Music Radio, SiriusXM, and 94.7 The Block. A proud member of the Shadyville DJs, she continues to expand her impact through music, media, mentorship, and community while celebrating her Caribbean heritage and supporting the next generation of DJs and creatives.
Don’t forget to update those crates with essential cuts from French Montana, Alkaline, Vybz Kartel, Drake, and more tracks below:
Afrobeats
Vol 14Check out the top afrobeats of the moment, featuring new music from Burna Boy, Oseni Junior, Joevibes, Alaye Jibbz, Tobby Drillz, and more:
TikTok Trends
Vol 39Keep up with the hottest tracks trending on the social media giant TikTok with one of the platform’s most popular DJs, DJ Precise, in his 39th installment of the series.
Salsa Party
Vol 5Checking in from Peru to keep your salsa crates ready to rock the house, featuring new music by Lidice, Marlon Caro, Luis Fonsi, Feid, Maria Becerra, Jay Wheeler, Xross, and many more:
Triphop
Vol 1This playlist blends hip-hop beats and sampling with electronica, dub, soul, jazz, ambient, and psychedelic touches to create atmospheric, downtempo tracks. Great for laid-back sets, late-night moments, or background mood. A solid crate starter pack for anyone building a trip-hop collection. Pick your favorites below.
HHP224 DJ Papi Cruz [Latin / CHI]
Up next, hailing from Chicago and making his second appearance on the podcast, HeavyHits proudly welcomes back one of the family’s most valuable players: DJ PAPI CRUZ.
A full-time resident DJ at Chicago’s legendary House of Blues and other popular nightclubs in the Chicago area. Cruz has shared the stage with hip-hop icons including DMX and Eric B. & Rakim, while earning a reputation as one of HeavyHits’ premier editors. His chart-topping productions have become go-to tools for DJs worldwide, cementing his place as one of the platform’s standout contributors.
With more than a decade behind the decks, DJ PAPI CRUZ knows exactly how to move a crowd. For this mix, he showcases his versatility with a slapping collection of Dembow bangers, packed with essential cuts from Jey One, Yaisel LM, El Alfa, Arlene MC, and more.
Don’t forget to update those crates with the tracks below:
Italo Disco
Vol 1Welcome to Italo Disco Vol. 1, a curated selection of modern tracks inspired by the timeless sound of classic Italo disco with a fresh, updated perspective. Rooted in nostalgia yet shaped by today’s electronic scene, *Italo Disco Vol. 1* highlights the genre’s evolution while staying true to the Italo disco sound. Featuring fresh music from Mattyuzalem, ReyVi, Korgstyle, DJ EIGHTIES NOSTALGIA, and many more:
Heavy Picks
Vol 25Dive into the pulsating world of sound with our handpicked selection of the current top 12 DJ Edits. These tracks are meticulously crafted to elevate your sets and keep the dance floor energized. Whether you’re prepping for a gig or simply looking to refresh your playlist, these tracks are a must-have in your crates.
Reparto Cubano
Vol 1Introducing Reparto Cubano: a high-energy Cuban street sound born in Havana and now a big part of Miami’s Latin scene, fusing Reggaetón and Latin Rap. It represents street culture and that unmistakable island rhythm that hits different. The beats are made for dancing, cruising, and turning any spot into a party. Featuring new music by Un Titico, Wampi, Orlenis, 22k, and many more:
DJ OiO
Vol 1DJ OiO, one of our longest tenured editors, is an essential contributor to Heavy Hits. His collection of creative and useful edits will give you a ton of options to enhance your DJ sets. We have curated a playlist featuring some of our favorite tracks from his extensive catalog that you can add to your crates. Check them out and get them in the rotation today:
