Datqunn Sawyer, also known as P-Child, formerly of rap group Chilldrin Of Da Ghetto; was sentenced to 50 years today for the sex trafficking of minors. This marks the end to a shocking case filled with details grisly enough to turn your stomach upside down. Says the Trib: A convicted pimp was sentenced to 50…
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Uncle Remus’ Suing Skooda Chose Over “Uncle Remus” Video?
Obviously unhappy with Skooda Chose’s portrayal of its namesake, legendary Chicago chicken spot, Uncle Remus, has hit Skooda with a cease and desist letter over Skooda’s new song and video with Co-Still, “Uncle Remus.” The letter claims that Skooda uses an unauthorized reference to the restaurant and draws an unflattering comparison between the artist and the restaurant…
Que B.I.L.L.A.H. – The Super
Produced by Mulatto Patriot The always-entertaining and very talented Que B.I.L.L.A.H. has been hard at work on his latest project entitled 1000 Words. The album was created in a manner I’ve never heard of, which was coming up with video concepts first and then writing songs around them after. A picture is worth 1000 words….
Cover Art: Kanye West – Theraflu
Kanye broke the internets again last night with the release of his new track “Theraflu,” featuring DJ Pharris. Sources tell me “Theraflu” is for Kanye’s upcoming untitled new album, and not DJ Pharris’ or the G.O.O.D. Music project. Shouts to Virgil Abloh
Mello Tha Guddaman x Bo Deal – Ain’t No Way
Off DJ Smokey’s upcoming mixtape, Smoked Out Radio Vol 4, hosted by the Trap-A-Holics. ‘Lo and Bo take Future’s hit to task and put a Windy City spin on it. GMG and the Killa Klan connect. Mello – Aint no way f.Bo Deal 2.0
King Louie & Chief Keef Working On Mixtape
Two of Chicago’s hottest emcees, King Louie and Chief Keef, are currently in the lab working on a joint project, tentatively titled Chiefs & Kings. The duo are already 3-4 songs deep, and should have it completed within the next few weeks. Look for a late spring/early summer release. It’s really gonna be hard to…
L.E.P. Bogus Boys f/ Rick Ross – Kush & Leather (Remix)
Today has been a whirlwind of stellar posts and high quality content for Chicago hip-hop. However, the Bogus Boys come through in the clutch to put the finishing touches on what will be remembered as a meomrable day for the Chi. While an unfinished version of the “Kush & Leather (Remix)” featuring Rozay leaked a…
Cover Art: Kanye West x 2 Chainz x Big Sean x Pusha T – Mercy
Well, I guess we can put those 2 Chainz/G.O.O.D. Music rumors to bed now, right? Looks like it’s a done deal? “Mercy” drops Friday, April 6th. More details here.
Naledge f/ Vic Spencer & Tiaramy – Feed The Fam [Prod. by SC]
Some reflections from both Naledge and Victor Spencer, that appear to have been liberated from the vaults under Chicago. Talking about love, life and loyalty; the duo trade bars over a solid SC soundscape. Tiaramy provides hook duties. Not sure if this is to appear on Naledge’s upcoming project, or if it’s just a loosie…
That Guy Freaky Ty f/ Chance The Rapper – Run Up
Produced by Snapbackondatrack Snapback continues his onslaught of tightly produced bangers from his upcoming project (with Da Fanaticz), No Soda. Today’s drop comes from That Guy Freaky Ty alongside the-fresh-off-1o-Day Chance The Rapper. They dare you to run up. Thatguyfreakyty & Chancetherapper-run up * Fake Shore Drive