Save Money sensation, Caleb James, a.k.a. the one they call Arrah, steps out on his own for his first major solo show, July 19th at Reggie’s Rock Club in Chicago. The budding star, who has been back and forth between Chicago and Los Angeles as of late, will be performing new joints from his forthcoming…
Author: Andrew Barber
Skooda Chose – OswaldBiggieSmalls
One thing you can always count on Skooda for, is coming up with crazy song titles. “OswaldBiggieSmalls.” I think I know what that means, but man, I’m really not sure that I do. One can assume, though. Skooda’s Vulture Kulture project is due out sometime this summer. Stop playing and drop it Skooda.
New EP: Pinqy Ring – Herstory
Pinqy Ring took a long hiatus from music in order to graduate college and give back to her community as a teacher. At a new period in her life, she’s decided to put the teacher hat down and place the rapper fitted back on her head. Herstory is Ms. Ring’s sophmore project, a nine track EP…
FSD Events: Villa x Converse – June 21 & 22nd
Ever wanted a custom pair of sneakers? Well, Villa and Converse are partnering together to make this happen this weekend. At the Villa location on 1555 W. Division Street, three artists will be on hand to help you design and customize your own pair of Cons. Sounds dope right? The event goes down Friday, June…
Video: Cameras Swarm Chief Keef As He’s Released From Police Station
Courtesy of Spot News Yesterday, Chief Keef was released from the Grand Crossing police station on 70th and Cottage Grove to find a slew of news stations and reporters awaiting comment from the young rapper. Keef, accompanied by his manager Dro and his Grandmother, maneuver the crowd and make a quick exit. See how it…
Lil Chris f/ I.L Will – TTU
Two thirds of M.I.C. link to turn it up a few notches with this new one they’re calling “TTU.” If you don’t know what that stands for, then you probably shouldn’t be listening to the song. Turn down for what?
Vic Mensa – Orange Soda [Full/CDQ]
Vic’s solo single, “Orange Soda,” is easily one of my favorite songs of the year, and quite possibly my favorite Vic Mensa song ever. I know you’ve heard me say it before, but sometimes you just have to reinforce these things. Well, so far we’ve gotten a tagged version of the record, and a video….
New Album: OnGaud – GaudWork Vol. 1
Chicago production outfit, OnGaud, has blessed the likes of Mick Jenkins, Vic Mensa, Kembe X, Dally Auston and Jean Deaux with their unique brand of beats. The collective, made up of MastadonTheJBG, BES, and SolarFive, bring us their debut instrumental release, GaudWork Vol. 1. Light work. The project features guests such as Bobby Wooten and…
Reno Chinati f/ Mackenize – Bulls 96
Produced by Reno Chinati Featuring Mackenzie, the artist formerly known as Max Payne, Reno takes it back to ’96 when the Bulls were on the top of the world. Reno’s Ca$hKingZ drops on the fourth of July. I think we need to put the Bulls-reference songs to bed after this one.
FSD Events: F.A.M.E. @ Lacuna Artist Lofts – July 13 & 14
On July 13 and 14, Lacuna Artist Lofts annual F.A.M.E. event returns to Pilsen. Live music, live art, live BMXing — all under one roof for one weekend. The weekend is jam-packed with a dope lineup of events, so hit the jump to check out the official press release.