By conquering some of the world’s biggest stages, judging a hip-hop reality TV show and collaborating with the likes of John Legend, Raja Kumari has turned doubters into believers. The Indian-American rapper, singer and songwriter shows how much she’s grown with her first full-length album on her own Godmother Records label. The Bridge highlights Kumari’s distinctive flow and lyrical nous across a swathe of hip-hop, pop and dance beats. Standout tunes include “No Nazar”—which mixes dreamy melodies with sheer power—and “Juice”, with its reggaetón influences and insistent chorus.