Damn, both of these guys went all the way in. I’m honestly not sure who had the better verse. I know it’s not a competition, but still. I can’t call it. This joint is fire, though, so you guys should listen. Some current event rap “from a white rural and black Islamic Chicago perspective.” Leone…
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Watch the new video for Qari’s “Latrell Sprewell Freestyle”
Produced by Mulatto & Qari. Directed by Yakub. Qari’s super solid Space Jam EP dropped a few weeks back, which featured longtime-collaborator Mulatto handling the production. It’s a must-have if you don’t have yet. I can merch that. Today, they keep the promo train rolling along with this fresh new video for a standout from…
Stream Louder Than A Bomb’s 2017 Mixtape ‘Our Gwendolyn Brooks’
Louder Than A Bomb season has returned. It’s that time of the year again. And to kick off their 2017 festivities, the Young Chicago Authors crew have compiled and released their new LTAB mixtape. They’re calling this one ‘Our Gwendolyn Brooks.’ The project is 21 tracks deep, and includes music from Jamila Woods, Bebe O’Hare,…
Josh K drops his “Feeling Myself” video featuring Fabolous
After the success of his much-celebrated Black Balloon project, Josh K has every right to be feeling himself. He keeps it on the humble, though, but it’s hard to be humble when you’re stunting with Fab in your very-own music video. Ya feel me? Today, we’re happy to bring the world Josh’s “Feeling Myself” visual,…
Mojek drops off his new release “Bingo”
Mojek, who is probably best known for his excellent production work, is moving in a different direction with his latest release “Bingo.” No worries, he’s still producing, but now he’s also performing. So check out his first drop on FSD that he’s written, produced and performed. Look out for his EP to come later this…
Noname covers the Red Eye
The Red Eye might be switching up to be a weekly publication, but the love they show Chicago artists will never change — as today Noname hits the front cover. Noname’s Telefone project was one of 2016’s most acclaimed and celebrated, and next week she’s playing two sold out shows at the Metro. And to…
Brian Fresco links with Mano for “Miracle”
A Chicago miracle on one track. After dropping his critically-acclaimed Casanova project last year, Fresco had make a splash with his 2017 debut, and today he does just that with his Mano-assisted “Miracle.” Yeah, Mano did the track, so you know it’s something serious. This is how you comeback, because when you comeback, you gotta…
Ivy League back — the group returns with “Jungle”
Ivy League back? It appears that way. Well, at least 2/3 of the group is involved on this new release — the groups first in five years. That’s right, fans of the trio will remember a stalled attempt at a reunion back in 2012, which only garnered one release. The group hasn’t dropped a proper project…
Mick Jenkins, Twista & Supa Bwe join Sunny Woodz for “OnNat”
Produced by Whoarei When Mick, Twista and Supa Bwe connect, it’s just like Magic. Get it? Well, you might get it once you press play, as “OnNat” reworks The Legendary Traxster’s reworking of “Munchies for your Love” for PsychoDrama’s “Magic.” Yeah, a cult classic just got that 2017 twist courtesy of Sunny Woodz. This all-star…
G Herbo & Lil Bibby go crazy on “Blackin’ Out”
Bibby and Herb’s No Limitations album is dropping soon. How soon? Very soon. But it appears the people can’t wait, as this amazing new record “Blackin Out” caught a leak and just hit the net. I guess the people have spoken: there’s No Limitations for 2017. DJ L did the beat, per usual. They all…