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Category: Chicago
Jon James – On Fire
He’s heating up? Nah brother, he’s on fire. New music from the Treated Crew’s Jon James.
Video: No I.D. & Traxster Discuss No I.D.’s Def Jam Position
“This game is for the taking” – No I.D. During one of Traxster’s recent Ustream studio sessions, No I.D. dropped by to talk about his new position as Executive Vice President of Def Jam Records. Both Traxster and Dion offered insight as to what this position of power means for Chicago. Here are a few…
Rockie Fresh – Doesn’t Matter
In the words of the Rock, it doesn’t matter what you think. Unfortunately (or fortunately), that sound bite isn’t featured here. Either way, download it – ’tis a new leak from Young Rockie’s Driving 88 project. Look for that one come winter. Doesn_t Matter
Mixtape: D2G x Vic Spencer – Hard Bars
D2G & V.I.C. unleash their collaborative mixtape, Hard Bars. Produced, engineered, mixed and mastered by D.C. of Flyy City Media Group. GemStones, YP, Que BILLAH, Sulaiman and JDP are all along for the ride. Hit the jump for tracklist and link. Go hard or go home.
Video: Ebone Hoodrich – Imma Boss (21 Gun Salute)
Ebone shoots a visual for his verse on 21 Gun Salute (which features King Louie + Young Diesel). The track will also be featured on next month’s Definition of Cash PT II which is Hosted by DJ Kool Ant and DJ Sean Mac.
Bo Deal f/ Yo Gotti, Uncle Murda & Alley Boy – P**** N*****
All asterisks everything. No DJ. Bo Deal has one hell of a rolodex, and on his latest offering, he proves this to be true. Chicago, NYC, Memphis and ATL all represent here. In case you missed Bo’s new mixtape, The Chicago Code 2, you can download it here now. 13 Pussy Niggas
Video: Project Mayhem Live @ SOBs
The brothers Mayhem were in NYC last week for CMJ, and performed at a Chicagocentric event at SOBs. Here we have some footage courtesy of Coodie & Chike for Creative Control.
Video: The Boy Illinois – Inhale Pt. 4: Horai [Trailer]
The Boy Illi is catching some serious cosigns right now – most notably from legendary rap luminary Sway. Very cool to see this young man getting his just due. Inhale Pt. 4: Horai coming soon.
Video: Kenlo Key x Good Vocation – The Anthem
Video directed by Chavias Houston This is basically a long form commercial for new Chicago clothing line Righteous Republic. The line was created by Jay Simon and can be purchased here.