On March 29th, React Presents brings an all-star lineup to the Chi to takeover Concord Music Hall (2047 N. Milwaukee) for the Not Redy 2 Leave Tour. The bill consists of headliner Earl Sweatshirt, and supporting acts Vince Staples, The FA Sk8 F*cks and Remy Banks. It’s going to be a wild one — and a show you won’t…
Author: Andrew Barber
Video: Holt – Nightcall
Produced by Mano A week ago, it was announced that Holt (or Hollywood Holt to many Chicago locals) had officially inked a deal with Kanye West’s G.O.O.D. Music label. But the main question to many of those outside of Chicago was “What exactly does Holt sound like?” Well, even if you’ve known Holt for years,…
Video: Towkio f/ The Social Experiment – Free Your Mind
Directed, Shot, Edited and Animated by Peter Collins Campbell. Additional Animation by Nikko Washington. Choreography by Mary Pat Letourneau. With Cam O’bi handling production, Towkio gets down with Donnie Trumpet and The Social Experiment for the way-too-fonky video for “Free Your Mind.” The clip includes some dope animation and dance sequences, from a super popping…
Kanye West’s Laptop Reportedly Stolen In Paris
This is no laughing matter. 10 years ago, having your wallet stolen was the worst thing you could possibly imagine happening to your personal information. But in 2015, losing or having your laptop stolen is like losing a part of you. Your whole life is on there. Baby pictures, music, confidential information, personal files, etc….
Kanye West – Awesome
“Awesome,” the full/CDQ version of Kanye’s alleged dedication to his wife, Kim Kardashian, has finally surfaced today. It’s awesome, you’re awesome, we’re all awesome. There’s also rumors that Kanye’s laptop was stolen (or possibly hacked) in Paris, which you can read about right here. Hopefully, that’s just a rumor. For now, check out this slightly-tagged…
Video: Lil Reese x Frank Luc – I Don’t Trust
New Reesie! Man, Reese, if you’re reading this — it’s time for a new project. Or just a few tunes would suffice. Today he’s back on FSD alongside newcomer Frank Luc for the menacing “I Don’t Trust.” So no trusting at all. No can do.
New Project: Frank Leone – EnterWILD
After three years of previews and teasers and leaks and promotion, Frank’s long-awaited project, EnterWild, is here. It’s a very personal and close-to-heart affair, that runs 14 songs deep with two bonus cuts at the end. The project was entirely produced by Leone, under his King Supertramp moniker. Monster Mike, Saba, Vic Mensa and The…
Oxymorons f/ Saba, Travie McCoy, Khary Durgans & TyBuddha – 808 Clap (Remix)
Produced by Mike Irish Fellow Red Bull Sound Select artist, Saba and Oxymorons, connected after playing a show together at Brooklyn Bowl a few months back. They decided to jump down on a record and the result is this “808 Clap (Remix).” Travie McCoy hopped on the track for good measure, and the rest is…
Game f/ DeJ Loaf – Ambitionz Of a Rida
The Game heads to the Midwest to link with Detroit’s hottest product, DeJ Loaf, for this new single named after one of Pac’s greatest releases, “Ambitionz Of A Rida.” Close enough, at least. This comes courtesy of DJ Skee. Will this appear on Game’s forthcoming Documentary 2 project? Only time will tell.
Ikon f/ Navarro, Nick Astro & MFn Melo – Pick A Side
Produced by Ikon Ikon’s long-awaited production showcase masterpiece, Private Stock, finally impacts on March 19th. To help keep the campaign kicking, he’s grabbed such Chi-Town heavy hitters as Navarro, Nick Astro and MFn Melo to urge fans to “Pick A Side.” Really not really, but this joint is dope. What side are you on?