Early this morning, Kanye West ended up at 1Oak in Los Angeles for Yo Gotti’s private album release party. That place is already a madhouse, but Kanye turned the savage up a few notches by grabbing the mic and taking over the DJ booth to get a few things off his chest. He crusaded for…
Category: Chicago
Lee Woods – Kokomo
It’s been a while since we’ve heard from Lee Woods, but the Chicago singer is back with some brand new music. Lee takes some inspiration from the warm weather and sunny beaches in Los Angeles (where she now lives) for “Kokomo” — her rendition of the Beach Boys classic. Welcome back Lee and props for bringing…
Smino – Update
Produced by Monte Booker Smino and Monte end a (relatively) brief hiatus by hitting us with an update on where they’re at right now. These guys are one of the most promising duos coming into 2016, and they show every indication of only going harder from here on out. Check out the update below, and…
Chris Crack – Titty Milk & Cookies (The Chris Crack Experience)
Perhaps Chris Crack is the best namer there is at the art of naming songs? Maybe he’s just as good at naming songs as he is at rapping? Maybe you should just listen? Maybe you should just shut up and dip your cookies in some titty milk? Maybe you can do all of that and…
Video: Freddie Gibbs – Freddie Gordy
Directed by Jonah Schwartz. Produced by Blair Norf. Gangsta Gibbs takes us to The Bay for his latest video from Shadow of A Doubt, “Freddie Gordy.” Another solid visual from Fred, but hey — we expected that. Watch the video for “Freddie Gordy” below and be sure to grab Shadow Of A Doubt on iTunes….
GLC – Coolout
Produced by L Williams The return of the ISM. Not that the ISM went anywhere, because he’s been as active as any artist — but we’ve personally been clamoring for some new solo material from GL. We have a long history with GLC, who has been one of our biggest supporters since day one, so…
Video: ZMoney – Junkies
Directed by Will Hoopes. Produced by Smitty Beats. Since his release, ZMoney has been working at a feverish pace to complete his long-awaited new album, which has been years in the making. We’re told Z is in the finishing stages, and should have something out to the public in the very near future. Fans rejoice….
Stream HXLT’s Self-Titled G.O.O.D. Music Debut
HXLT’s long-awaited, self-titled G.O.O.D. Music/Def Jam debut drops this Friday, February 26th. It’s been a long time coming, and we’re super happy for HXLT — there’s probably no working artist in Chicago more deserving. That said, before you pre-order, or buy on Friday, you can stream below. The album is 12-tracks deep, and is entirely…
New Project: J. Arthur – JE$$E
J. Arthur (Mr. Arthur to you), of theWHOevers, just dropped a 22-track beat tape titled JE$$E. Yep, he did that. As he describes it: “The Beats range from boom bap, deep house to present day bounce and trap vibes.” Okay den. It’s available now. Grab it below.
Treated Crew Collabs with PHENOMENON for LOOP MA-1 Bomber Jacket
Fans, followers, friends (and even the envious) of the Treated Crew know that this collective has been on the cutting edge of fashion for years. Setting many of the trends which are popular in popular culture in 2016. They probably did it first. That being said, the Treated Tribe are back with a new collection…