Dropping on Christmas Eve, Derrick and adidas are dropping yet another pair of his D. Rose 3 signature shoe. This one he’s calling the “Nightmare,” which represents the mindset of his opponents while facing him on the court. Lights out. Dubbed “Nightmare” this limited edition colorway is inspired by an opponent’s mindset the night before…
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Pics: St. Alfred Clip Tag Beanies
Over the weekend, St. Alfred released their clip tag beanies. The four solid colorways are sure to top off any ensemble you’re looking to pull off this winter. Hit the jump for more flicks and cop one here.
Pics: Finally Hip ‘Finally’ Beanie
Even though we’re coming off near record high temps for this time of year, winter is still approaching people (that’s if we all don’t get blown to smithereens on the 21st). With that being said, Chicago brand Finally Hip preps us for the cold with the release of their “Finally” beanie. The beanie sports a…
Pics: Ends/Wealth Corp.’s “Love & Death” Collection
Shot by Andre Velez. Edited by Johnny Castle. Ends/Wealth Corp. drops off a few gifts with the release of a few pieces from their Love and Death Collection along with some new merch for the fall/winter season. You can catch a glimpse of a few of the pieces in the video above. The collection can also…
Pics: adidas Basketball “Bright Lights, Big City” Packs
Today, adidas Basketball unveiled their “Bright Lights, Big City” packs. The series pays homage to the nation’s basketball meccas including New York, Los Angeles, and the hometown Chicago. Chicago’s colorway includes none other than the signature red and black along with reflective materials and contrast lacing. The colorways are featured on the adizero Crazy Light…
Video: Casey Veggies – Sauna [Prod. by Chuck Inglish]
Directed by Spaghetto. Chuck links up with Young Veggies for the visual to this funky track that the two cooked up. You can catch this one on Fool’s Gold compilation Loosies that’s due out on the 18th of this month.
100 Great Chicago Rap Songs Of 2012
Words by Ty Kidd (@TYKIDD), Alex Russell (@andfeedingyou), Bryant Bowens (@arete88), Marisol Vélez (@pinqyring) , Andrew Barber (@fakeshoredrive) If you’ve been following the Chicago rap scene in 2012, you know the story by now. There were close to a dozen major label signings. There were good times and there were bad. Chief Keef came out of…
FSD Feature: Giftz Raps
Words by Bradley Troast (@yeldarb367) Ask any of Giftz’s friends what sets him apart and they will say lyricism. “He paints pictures that no one can really match with his lyrical ability.” “It’s the emphasis on rap. His flow, and punchlines… bar delivery… grittiness…” “What’s making [him] stand out is the traditional rap. You’re hearing…
The Bassment Preparing To Close It’s Doors
Founder/owner Shabazz of Chicago retail shop The Bassment recently announced that they will soon be closing their doors for good. Since opening it’s doors in 2002, the store has been a one-stop-shop for the latest in streetwear and music. The rear of the store even served as an intimate concert venue to newcomers looking to…
Ryan Ivy f/ 2 Chainz – Poppin [Prod. by Billionaire Boyscout]
Billionaire Boyscout provides the backdop for this collab between Ryan Ivy and The Hair Weave Killa. Not sure where this one will land, but we do know this beat is tough as nails.
