Shawnna made waves earlier this week when it was reported that the Chicago emcee was denied access to last weekend’s BET Hip-Hop Awards in Atlanta. But it’s way deeper than that. After the news broke about the blocking, Shawnna fired back claiming it was her old label, Disturbing The Peace, who stopped her from attending…
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Video: Chief Keef Debuts New Song In Philly
Shot and chopped by Bomb Vision Films. While in Philadelphia for his headlining show at TLA a couple of days ago, Chief Keef decided to give the audience a preview of an untitled record that has yet to be released. No telling when a mp3 will surface, but there’s a good chance the record will…
Mixtape: Duke Da Beast – Yung Trend Setta
Hosted by DJ Cortez. After a few delays, Duke Da Beast’s new full length project is finally here. Yung Trend Setta serves as Duke’s official debut project and features fourteen new tracks with production from Born Ready Productions and Nick E Beats. If you’re not familiar with Duke, then this project can help change that. Stream and…
Video: Logan – My Religion
Directed by J Krown. Produced by Flight. I must say, I love this new trend of rappers dropping new videos and/or songs on their birthdays. It should be a requirement — plus it lets the people know to reach out and wish them a HBD. That being said, tonight we have the world premiere of…
Khori⁴ x ShowYouSuck – Black Guise
Produced Mulatto Beats Some fresh sounds from Khori 4 and ShowYouSuck (who is currently over in Europe on tour.) These guys bring us a new one they’re calling “Black Guise.” Enjoy it, guys.
Chief Keef & Fredo Santana – Beetlejuice
No Michael Keaton. Something brand new from Chief Keef and Fredo Kruger, produced by HurtboyAG and TrapMoneyBenny. This one isn’t as scary as you might imagine it to be. Listen for yourself below.
Big Ish Lo f/ Tree – Salutin’
Produced by Tree Salute me or mute me (c) Ty. This joint is too dope. Project Mayhem member Big Ish Lo grabs frequent collaborator Tree for his new single, “Salutin.” No hook, just straight bars on this one — from two high caliber Chi City emcees. Gotta salute ’em for this.
Video: King Louie – Live & Die In Chicago
Directed by DGainz. Produced by Smylez. One of the best records (and one of our favorites) from King Louie’s Tony project finally gets the video it deserved. Watch Louie’s “Live & Die In Chicago” come to life in the clip above. Tony is available for stream and download right here. If you haven’t heard it yet,…
Common f/ Jay Electronica & Vince Staples – Kingdom (Remix)
After premiering it at both the BET Hip-Hop Awards and the AAHH Fest last week, Common and company finally unleash their “Kingdom (Remix).” With No ID on the beat, Com enlists the services of Vince Staples and Jay Electronica for this highly anticipated remix. A great song just got that much better. Crown them.
Alex Wiley – Sexual Dolphin
Produced by Odd Couple and Carter Lang Sexual dolphin? Okay den. “I’m trying to make rock music,” he writes. “I don’t want rock n’ roll to die. I think Kanye said it best: Rappers are the rock stars right now.” A new loosie from the Closed Sessions family.