Chance the Rapper made an appearance at a Chicago City Council meeting today meant to vote on the proposal to purchase 30.4 acres of land in West Garfield Park to build a public safety academy. Chance, along with 40 community organizers called the No Cop Academy Coalition, made a speech speaking out against the planned…
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Saba links up with Zack Villere and Adult Swim for “360”
Produced by Zack Villere As part of the new round of Adult Swim Singles, Saba links up with Louisiana artist Zack Villere for a 360 view on things (but never taking that deal). Saba says that the collab came from a standard “let’s work fam” interaction on Twitter. Ain’t the Internet crazy? This is just…
Taylor Bennett & Kanye West spotted together; what are they working on?
Photo by Brooklyn Wheeler This past Saturday was a very memorable night for hip-hop in Chicago. Not only did Fake Shore Drive celebrate their 10 year anniversary at the Portage Theater alongside the Big Tymers (Birdman, Mannie Fresh), Tee Grizzley, Chance The Rapper, Bump J, King Louie, G Herbo, The Cool Kids, GLC, Femdot, Twista…
Watch Bump J’s new video for “Say Your Grace” featuring Brain Hu$$la
Directed by Mudwing Media Fresh off bringing the house down at the FSD 10 year anniversary show this past Saturday, Bumpy Johnson is back with a crispy new clip for his very dope “Say Your Grace.” As you can see, the Goon Squad Gangsters are back in full effect, as longtime counterpart, Brain, is back…
Mano hits the studio with Gucci Mane while in town with Weeknd
Last night, Guwop was in the Chi as part of The Weeknd’s tour. In fact, it was Abel’s last domestic tour stop before he heads overseas for the remainder of his dates. However, during the stop, Gucci linked up with multi-platinum producer, Mano, and the two crafted up a monster in just a few minutes….
Check out The Boy Illinois’ new video for “Didn’t I”
Directed by DHOPE Films Illi is always crispy with the visuals, and today he emerges with a new clip for “Didn’t I” — an obvious stand out from his recently released album, Windy. Smooth as silk, per usual. Watch and enjoy below.
Taylor Bennett lifts off with “So High” featuring Bianca Shaw
Taylor Bennett isn’t just an artist, but he’s also a label owner. By now you’re surely familiar with his burgeoning company, Taylor Bennett Entertainment, and today he gives us a new one featuring his latest signee, Bianca Shaw. That’s right, the TBE roster is in full effect today on “So High.” They result? Well, they…
Knox Fortune covers the Chicago Reader
Knox Fortune is having an incredible run right now. From dropping his debut a few weeks back, to selling out shows in Chicago, and announcing tour dates around the country — he’s red hot. He keeps the momentum in full swing with the Reader’s cover story which hit newsstands yesterday. Leor Galil got down with…
Saba and Mfn Melo unite for “How You Live”
Produced by Saba and Daoud Saba and Joe Chilliams are currently overseas for the European leg of his Bucket List Tour, but PIVOT continues the hotstreak as Sab and MFn Melo link up for a quick bar exchange. No matter how you choose to live out here, this one is not to be missed. PIVOT…
Supa Bwe drops video for “I Hate Being Alive” + announces release date for Finally Dead
Directed by Cole Bennett The Supa One is back with a new Cole-directed clip for “I Hate Being Alive.” On top of that, the Chicago artist has also announced the release date and dropped the track list for his forthcoming album, Finally Dead, which is set to impact on December 6th. If this track and…