Category: Chicago

Earlier today over at Mr. Fiasco’s blog, he posted this screencap from his upcoming “Paris, Tokyo” video, which is poised to be his next big single.  This shot obviously depicts the whole “camel back across the desert sands” line, but Eskay likened it to a Marlboro ad, which is pretty much dead on.   Sidenote:  What’s…

Decay from the Molemen crew just released his latest mixtape for FREE download, Unlikely Villain. Decay and his associates: Selfish, ToneLiv & DJ Monky go to town on some classic MF DOOM beats. Be on the lookout for Decay’s official album, which will be dropping very soon (more details on that to come). Enjoy. Decay…

It’s about time an emcee stepped up to address the school shootings that have plagued Chicago Public School students in 2008. As of April 8, 2008, their have been 23 Chicago Public School students murdered in cold blood. Taking things a step further, not only releasing this track, Pugs is performing alongside KRS-One, Astonish and…

The Legendary Traxster’s new album, Return of Gangsta Music, is now available exclusively on iTunes as of 12:00AM this morning. The album is already in the top 100 downloads on iTunes. By doing so, you are supporting Chicago music and the new age of artists selling their music digitally. You can purchase the entire album,…

Live at the Knitting Factory with the rest of the Duck Down camp. Via Eskay

Yes, more Cool Kids and Mickey Factz for you. Here’s the MP3 version of the live performance video I posted last week. Mickey Factz feat. The Cool Kids – “Rockin & Rollin’ (Remix)”

It appears The Believer is out and Invincible Summer is in. In a recent interview with HipHopDX, Common claims his next album, Invincible Summer, is dropping in June and will feature production from the Dungeon Family’s Mr. DJ – which is a welcomed collabo in my book. He also discusses Kanye’s involvement in the project….

Chicago’s The EP go in over an old J.Dilla/Ummah beat (was this an ATCQ or Slum Village record, I can’t remember? Sue me). I’m digging these guys though. This sound is something that’s missing from Hip-Hop nowadays. But you already know that. Thoughts? The EP – “World Play”

The rumors of Lollapalooza’s 2008 lineup from last week were true. A welcomed addition to this lineup is Lupe Fiasco, who I hadn’t heard mentioned at all. What is this, his third Lollapalooza appearance in three years? The three day event will be held August 1-3 at Chicago’s Grant Park. Other Hip-Hop related acts include:…

A slightly altered version of the original.  Featuring some reworked verses and a guest spot from Hollywood Holt.   You can also find it here.   The Cool Kids feat. Hollywood Holt – “88 (Remix)”