Dropout Kings

Dropout Kings is an American rap metal and nu metal band from Phoenix, Arizona. The group was formed in 2016 under the name Phoenix Down and subsequently adopted the current name. In his work, he combines elements of nu metal, rap, trap, hip hop and metalcore, while the characteristic feature is alternating rap passages, aggressive vocals and modern electronic production. The band was led by vocalists Adam Ramey and Eddie Wellz, who are responsible for most of its original work.

The first wider attention was gained with the release of the album AudioDope (2018), which was followed up with the album GlitchGang (2021). The band's well-known compositions include Virus, NVM, Scratch & Claw, Bad Day, Lights Out or Hey Uh.

The current work is represented by the album Riot Music released in 2023, which includes the songs Till We Drop, Watch Me or Wanted. In May 2025, frontman Adam Ramey died, which marked a major turning point in the further functioning of the group.