This afternoon, El Che was unknowingly dragged into the middle of a beef between Kanye West and his former artist Consquence. In Consequence’s “Puppet Master” video, Cons alleged that Kanye robbed Rhymefest of his style and career (although it’s not 100% certain what Cons is accusing here), while going on to take shots at Don…
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Vakill feat. Juice, Rhymefest, Nino Bless & Crooked I – Beast Ballad
Produced by Panik. Vakill, Juice, Rhymefest, Crooked I & Nino Bless? Serious business. Vakill’s Armor Of God is available in stores now. Look for it digitally soon also. Beast Ballad
Rhymefest Speaks On Diabetes Scare
This weekend, a rep for Rhymefest took to his Twitter to announce the rapper/activist almost fell into a diabetic coma after not knowing he’d had the disease for many years. Today he cleared up the incident on his Twitter and announced that he’s feeling much better: I’m back y’all, thanks 4the prayers and well wishers….
Rhymefest Rushed To Hospital After Diabetes Scare
Late last night, a Rhymefest associate took to his Twitter account to announce that ‘Fest had been rushed to the emergency room at risk of falling into a diabetic coma after his sugar levels were 739 (normal levels are around 80). Apparently, the Chicago emcee/activist had the disease for years and had no idea. Scary…
Lil B Disses Rhymefest
In what could be labeled the most random (or ridiculous) hip-hop beef ever, Lil B took to CNN Radio last night to treat ‘Fest after El Che made a few questionable comments about B on Twitter. This can’t be life. Will ‘Fest respond, or is it a bad look for an aspiring politician to jump…
Video: Rhymefest To Challenge Election Results?
Losing an election by only 300 votes is a tough pill to swallow. Especially when some of those votes allegedly came from vacant lots. Che “Rhymefest” Smith announced that the fat lady has yet to sing, and she won’t begin to belt until every vote is accounted for. I have to agree – 300 is too…
Rhymefest Loses Alderman Bid
Unfortunately, Rhymefest’s quest to make a difference in his community was cut short last night after losing a close run-off to Willie Cochran for Alderman of the 20th Ward of Chicago. The margin in this race was much closer than in the general election, and many thought ‘Fest would squeek by. However, in the 9th inning,…
Rhymefest x Killer Mike – Super Guy
Here’s a joint of unknown origin from Rhymefest and one of my favorite emcees, Killer Mike. I’m not exactly sure when or where this joint was recorded (or for what project), but I’m guessing it was long before Fest’s bid for rapping Alderman. Mike and Che trade bars while playing the roles of their favorite…
Video: Rhymefest Talks Alderman Bid w/ NBC Chicago
‘Fest has been getting a ton of press since announcing his bid for 20th Ward Alderman. He even had a front page headline on today’s Red Eye. Has an Alderman EVER gotten this much press? “Music aside, anything else other than this community aside, it’s time to take responsibility,” Che ‘Rhymefest’ Smith said. “What we…
Rhymefest Officially Announces Candidacy For Alderman
Che “Rhymefest” Smith (how you can refer to him these days, okay!) released an announcement video a few days ago, but today he made it official – he’s running for 20th Ward Alderman. via Chicago Breaking News The 20th Ward includes the Woodlawn, Englewood and Back of the Yards neighborhoods. Ald. Willie Cochran is seeking re-election…