The We Mean Biz gang, DJ Victoriouz and DJ Bandz, drop a brand new mixtape dedicated to the independent sect of Chicago rappers: We Mean Biz: Indy Compilation. The project includes 18 new tracks, featuring the likes of Ty Money, Matti Baybee, Young Tee Tee, Pusha T, Chris James, Lil Mouse and more. Hit the jump…
Video: Danny Brown Live On Arsenio
Danny Brown continues to take off in the mainstream. Seriously, he’s seemingly everywhere right now. It’s great to see him getting this type of shine, and last night the Old emcee took his talents to the Arsenio Hall Show. Watch him rock the crowd with his hit “Dip” above and hit the jump to watch…
Official Lollapalooza Lineup Released (For Real This Time)
Okay, for real this time. No more fake lists, or tiny font posters — this is the real deal. As far as hip-hop/urban goes, this is quite possibly the best lineup they’ve had since 2008. And yes, Outkast IS performing. Praise Gawd. Outkast, Eminem, Nas, Chance The Rapper, Childish Gambino, Vic Mensa, Iggy Azalea, Rich…
Lee Woods f/ Noname Gypsy – Say My Name
Noname Gypsy lends an inspired verse to Lee Wood’s 2014 remake of the 1999 Destiny’s Child hit, “Say My Name.” Say it once, say it twice, say it thrice if you feel like it.
Machine Gun Kelly – State Of Mind
MGK dropped by DJ Whoo Kid’s The Whollywood Shuffle on Shade 45 this past Saturday, and gave him an exclusive when he approached the mic to rock over Cam’ron and Jay Z’s classic “Welcome to NYC” instrumental. This track — and the instrumental — never get old. Ever.
Logan – By Storm
Produced by Flight. Logan closes out his Feo Mob March Madness series with the latest installment, “By Storm”. Don’t forget — you can catch Logan headlining his first show at Reggie’s next month. More details can be found right here. Stream/download Logan’s latest drop below.
Lucki Ecks Added To ‘The Old Danny Brown Tour’
Congrats are in order for rising Chicago artist, Lucki Ecks, who has just been added as direct support for Danny Brown’s cross country jamboree, The Old Danny Brown Tour. Lucki will jump on the tour during its Midwest run, and you’ll be able to catch him in a city near you starting next month (April…
J.R. Donato – Couldn’t Wait
Produced by Paris Beuller J.R. Donato is Chicago’s resident Taylor Gang representer. And today he makes a big move, by dropping his official first single, “Couldn’t Wait,” which features powerhouse producer Paris Beuller behind the boards. This song is a statement piece, and is just a small taste of what you can expect from Donato’s…
SZA f/ Chance The Rapper – Child’s Play
Produced by XXYYXX and Dae One. TDE’s first lady and Chancellor The Rapper meet on “Child’s Play”, the latest offering from SZA’s forthcoming album. No Bushwick Bill. Smooth vocals from SZA and a solid verse Chance? Can’t ask for much more. SZA’s album, Z, is due out April 8th. Stream “Child’s Play” below.
Pugs Atomz f/ Awdazcate – #IridiumLife [Prod. by Araab Muzik]
From GLC to ZMoney to Pugs Atomz — you’ve seen Chicago clothing brand, Iridium, on many of the city’s finest. They even have a super swanky location on State Street. But they’ve been missing one important thing during their heat wave: a theme song. Well, today everything changes as Iridium flag-waver Pugs Atomz emerges with…