Words by Nandi Howard (@itsnandibby) There is something special about an organic come-up in a artist now. The artist that uploads their music on YouTube hoping the right person will see it, or the artist that endlessly promotes their music to a few thousand followers has arguably been overshadowed by industry plants, or promotional tactics…
Category: Features
FSD Feature: Catching up with Killavesi
Words by Nandi Howard (@itsnandibby) In a climate where rap is becoming more and more mainstream, Killavesi is gaining the notoriety she deserves. Streaming services can play a part in how most artists are able to stay relevant, however, the Chicago rapper managed to secure a fanbase on Soundcloud more than 2 years ago and…
Payroll Giovanni talks Def Jam deal, Big Bossin 2 with Cardo, Doughboy Roc’s death and much more
Interview by Taylor Greer We here at Fake Shore Drive have been huge advocates for Payroll Giovanni getting the recognition he deserves — he’s a true artist with an overwhelming amount of talent. With classic projects under his belt like Get Money Stay Humble, Stack Season, and Big Bossin Vol 1, all we can say is…
Check out our interview with Mulatto, + stream his new project ’22 Summers’
Over the past few years, Mulatto, f.k.a. Mulatto Beats, has been providing some of Chicago’s hottest up and comers with equally hot production. He has a unique and distinctive sound that has lead him to the top of the class as far as local producers. Years ago he served as one-third of the Hurt Everybody…
Joseph Chilliams’ ‘Henry Church’ proves he’s no average Joe
I’ve said before that Joseph Chilliams is the rapper that millennials have been waiting for–an MC with memorable bars and ridiculous dance moves that turn his live performances of any size into an intimate kickback with friends–and, while I stand by my statement that Joe is the rapper millennials have been waiting for, all of…
FSD FEATURE: Catching up with Lonewolf, the videographer behind some of your favorite visuals
Words by Aaron Navarro. Photos courtesy of Lonewolf (@whylonewolf) If you haven’t heard his name yet, chances are you’ve seen his work. The 21-year-old director, Lonewolf (real name Zac Matias), has branched out from his Indiana roots and has worked with a solid roster of Chicago (and Midwest) artists including Plu2o Nash, Qari, Rarri, Warhol.SS…
FSD Songs of the Week 6/23/17
It’s that time of the week again. Do remember, that if the song dropped anytime since last Friday (MISSED LAST WEEK, SORRY) it’s eligible for the list. Now we aren’t saying these are the BEST songs of the week, but they are the staff’s faves and joints you can catch us bumping in the office….
FSD Songs of the Week 6/9/17
It’s that time of the week again. Do remember, that if the song dropped anytime since last Friday (6/2) it’s eligible for the list. Now we aren’t saying these are the BEST songs of the week, but they are the staff’s faves and joints you can catch us bumping in the office.
FSD Songs of the Week 5/26/17
It’s that time of the week again. Do remember, that if the song dropped anytime since last Friday (we have been off for the past few weeks, sorry) it’s eligible for the list. Now we aren’t saying these are the BEST songs of the week, but they are the staff’s faves and joints you can…
FSD Songs of The Week 4/7/17
It’s that time of the week again. Do remember, that if the song dropped anytime since last Friday (3/31) it’s eligible for the list. Now we aren’t saying these are the BEST songs of the week, but they are the staff’s faves and joints you can catch us bumping in the office.