Leor Galil at the Chicago Reader just completed an extensive and in-depth piece on Chicago’s burgeoning “bop” scene — a.k.a. the dance craze that’s taking over the city. Leor describes the dance in detail, discussing its origin and giving shine to the major players on the scene such as M.I.C., Sicko Mobb and others. The…
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Add-2 Signs To 9th Wonder’s Jamla Records
A short while ago, 9th Wonder and Add-2 took to Twitter to announce that he’s joining the roster at 9th’s Jamla Records. Definitely a dope look if you ask us. Expect new music from Add-2and 9th to impact soon. Congratulations to Add! Welcome the newest member of the @JamlaRecords team—–@ADD2theMC — 9th Wonder (@9thWonderMusic) October…
FSD Feature: Taylor Bennett: Family Affair
Words by Charne Graham (@88nae88) Taylor Bennett is a 17-year-old from Chicago’s West Chatham neighborhood. He attends Urban Prep High School and has to suit up everyday before class. He, like many teens his age, balances school, a social life and time with his family. Now, this all sounds normal until you realize Taylor has…
Bandman Kevo – Who Is Dat
It’s official: Bandman Kevo is now a part of Twista’s GMG imprint. A round of applause, please. And to celebrate this occasion, Kevo and T have decided to give the world a brand new joint, one called “Who Is Dat.” If you don’t know, now you know.
Common Talks Chicago’s Drill Scene & New Generation
Common, who was back in town for the opening night of the Canon PIXMA PRO City Senses photo exhibit at Ignite Glass Studio, sat down with DNAInfo to speak on a slew of topics including rap beef, Chicago’s new generation, and the highly-scrutinized Drill scene. Common, who is no stranger to verbal confrontations on wax,…
Video: Chance The Rapper Talks Chicago w/ Hypetrak
Hyptrak recently caught up with Chano for a quick interview while he was back in Chicago. They talk about “Paranoia,” Acid Rap, Jill Scott, challenges within the music industry, and how his life has changed. A nice, insightful piece. A call to action, of sorts. HT
Video: ShowYouSuck – Big Gulp
Produced by George Sol. Written by ShowYouSuck. Big Gulps, huh guys? Today, Show gives us an ode to his favorite drink in the world: Big Gulps. He gives us a Royal Tenenbaums inspired-clip to slurp to as well. Keith Sweat also makes an appearance. Or does he? Just watch, you won’t be disappointed. RAD coming…
Video: Blood Money f/ Chief Keef – Thought He Was [Preview]
Shot and chopped by Will Hoopes. Keef and GBE’s own Blood Money provide everyone with a preview of their newest drop, “Thought He Was”. No word on when the full video will impact, but you can definitely expect to see it soon.
Pusha T f/ Rick Ross & Kanye West – Hold On
Produced by Hudson Mohawke and Kanye West. Pusha’s long-awaited My Name Is My Name LP is currently available for stream on MySpace and below, you can find the Kanye-assisted “Hold On”. ‘Ye only contributes background vocals here, but Push and Ross definitely hold it down with solid verses. Stream “Hold On” below via MySpace and be…
Mixtape: K.M. Tha Original – Better Later Than Never
Hosted by DJ Twin. K.M. Tha Original comes through with his brand new project, Better Late Than Never. The project includes sixteen tracks and features contributions from YP, Omen, DJ L and more. Hit the jump and dive in below.