It’s that time of the week again. Do remember, that if the song dropped anytime since last Friday (9/25) it’s eligible for the list. Now we aren’t saying these are the BEST songs of the week, but they are the staff’s faves and joints you can catch us bumping in the office.
Author: Andrew Barber
Video: Robert Glasper Brings Out Add-2 at The Promontory
This is dope. Glasper had quite the run while he was in Chicago last, having drawn an impressive crowd including the pied piper himself, Robert Kelly. Another big guest was Chicago emcee Add-2, who joined Robert Glasper on stage for an impromptu mini-set. Too fresh. While on tour in Chicago, Grammy Award winning artist Robert…
Ibn Inglor f/ Mothica – The Good You See In Me
Ibn took some time off, but has been smacking the world with new music as of late, and today he returns to form with “The Good You See In Me,” the latest release from his forthcoming project Honegloria. This joint features Brooklyn artists Mothica and was premiered by Beats 1 Radio earlier today. See it…
Phat Kat f/ Guilty Simpson & Elzhi – All Madden (Remix)
3 of the D’s most ferocious and feared emcees connect on the “All Madden” remix. Phat Kat, Guilty Simpson and Elzhi all on the same track. These MFs should’ve made the all madden, for real. Word to Onyx. Go pre-order Phat Kat’s long-awaited return album, Dedication To The Suckers, right here.
New Project: Chuck Inglish – Everybody’s Big Brother
The Big Bro is back, and he gives us his second solo album today with Everybody’s Big Brother. It’s a 12 song event featuring appearances from Boldy James, Asher Roth, Donnie Trumpet, Lamb$ and more. He taught you how to do this, son. So let him continue his course. The syllabus for which is below….
Kanye West To Perform ‘808s & Heartbreak’ Live In Chicago
After the success of Kanye’s live performance in LA last weekend of his seminal album, 808s & Heartbreak, the rapper plans to bring the show to Chicago. It was initially planned to just be a one-off show in LA, but thankfully he’s bringing it back to his hometown on November 9th. The location? The United…
Ty Money – Best Friend Freestyle
Is Ty Money bar for bar the best rapper in the Chi right now? He made a strong argument with his Cinco De Money mixtape. and he further cements my theory with this crazy new freestyle over Young Thug’s “Best Friend.” Layers and layers to his wordplay. And no, I’m not gassing him or you —…
Freddie Gibbs – The World Is My Ashtray
Produced by Ski Beatz Freddie Gibbs and Ski Beatz together on the same track. Is this a one-off single release or is there a larger project in the works? Me no sure, but damn this is raw. The earth is Fred’s turf — and the world is his ashtray. Puff, puff pass below. Buy on…
Toni Romiti f/ King Louie – If I Die Tonight
Produced by Smino 20 years ago, 2Pac asked the question what “If I Die 2nite” on his legendary album Me Against The World. Well, in 2015, the question still holds a lot of validity, but Toni switches it’s tone for a new generation and brings King Louie along for the ride. Did you REALLY live…
Alex Wiley – Coolin’ Coolin’ Freestyle
Whether you’re coolin’ or boolin’ it doesn’t matter. Either or, you’re definitely in the mood for some new Alex Wiley. And today you can cool out with Alex’s new verbal attack titled “Coolin’ Coolin’ Freestyle.” Keep it cool below.