On December 1st, Chance will participate in one of our nations highest honors, by performing at the Obama Administration’s National Christmas Tree Lighting show at the White House. Chano will rub shoulders with Kelly Clarkson and Yolanda Adams, who are also set to perform at the high profile event. It’s lit, when it’s lit. You…
Category: Chicago
Warhol.SS – Countin’
Produced by hella sketchy. Words by Aaron Navarro. Warhol’s latest is too nice to be too short. Clocking in at 1:21, the rising young blood fills every second with energy until the very end, leaving you wanting more. The thunderous production by Austin’s hella sketchy compliments Warhol’s flow perfectly. Count along with Warhol.SS below.
Roy French – Ice Show
Produced by Madeintyo & Kswisha The Frenchman gets so icey e-n-t on his latest audio endeavor, “ICE SHOW,” produced by Kswisha and Madeintyo. Cut the lights off and watch him illuminate below. The windchill is ridiculous. Update: now with another new joint “I’m Fu, New Life, Who Dis?”
Logan Cage f/ Taylor Bennett – Play No Games
Playtime is over. The two-headed monster of Logan and Taylor emerge over a blippy, trippy video game-influenced beat to show you they aren’t for play. Never have been, never will be. The playground is for children, and they’re fully grown on this new standout track but even if you want to do it you can…
David Kelly of All Natural Named General Counsel and VP of Basketball Management & Strategy for Golden State Warriors
David Kelly, who many hip-hop fans know as Capital D of legendary Chicago group All Natural, joined the Golden State Warriors as legal counsel back in 2011 — and he’s been rapidly rising through the organization ever since. We’re not sure if he’s hung up the mic for good, but a major congrats to him…
Video: Chella H – The Switch Up
Directed by Rio Chella works her magic on YFN Lucci’s “Key To The Streets” instrumental. No matter where you go, never forget where you came from.
Spotify’s Clarify Series Comes To Chicago TODAY (9/27)
Spotify’s powerful series, Clarify, arrives Chicago this TODAY, September 27th. Clarify seeks to raise social awareness and spark dialog about the pressing issues young people face today — most importantly the issue of civil rights. Clarify’s tagline is “the big issues, minus the noise,” and they take that to task with a great panel conversation featuring Jamilah…
Video: Tyre Hakim – The Keys
Fresh off his performance at AAHH Fest this past weekend, Tyre Hakim emerges with a new video for his freestyle over Khaled’s “The Keys.” It’s short, but incredibly potent, showcasing Tyre’s lyrical dexterity and sharp wordplay. Emceeing runs in Tyre’s family as his Father was featured in the legendary documentary, Backstage, freestyling alongside Jay Z…
Soulja Boy f/ Chief Keef – I’m Up Now
Two legends, one track. Back when Keef was starting to heat up, he cited Soulja as one of his biggest influences. So it’s only right these two get back together for some new music. They always shine together, and that’s law. These two internet kings jump down on “I’m Up Now” — an ode to…
Goody – Nobody
Produced by 1stFrom92 & IAmMillz Music Today, Goodie is set to perform at Common’s AAHH Fest at Union Park alongside Taylor Bennett, Tink and The Boy Illinois. In celebration of this honor, he’s decided to unleash his latest release, “Nobody,” produced by the heavy hitters 1stFrom92 & IAmMillz Music. After today, “Nobody” can tell him…