With Papi on the beatz, KAMI returns with some en fuego new music. He’s on fire right now. This one is called “JLO” and finds him building on his hot streak with distorted vocals over a bouncy Spanish guitar riff. Jenny from the Block never sounded so good. Stream it below, via Kitsune Hot Stream.
Fendi Frost & Tay Sav pay homage to Young Pappy in their “The Real Die Young” video
Directed by Dada Creative It’s no secret that Young Pappy is looked upon as one of the most influential Chicago rappers to never cross over to the mainstream. Unfortunately, he never got a chance to as his life was cut short just a few years ago as he was on the verge of stardom. But…
Backwood Jones connects with Valee for the “Inside” video
Produced by Rio Mac. Directed by APJ Films. Valee pulls up on the artist formerly known as Backwood Jones for his “Inside” video. The clip finds APJ behind the lens, and Rio Mac behind the beat. It’s honestly some smooth, soothing and addictive slap, served up by this unpredictable coupling. They never saw this one…
Phoelix and prodxvzn link up for the new installment of Classick Studios’ Rooted Classick series
Produced by prodxvzn Classick Studios returns with the new installment to their curated series with Rooted Sound, this time tapping Phoelix to get on a track from prodxvzn. While the production is a bit of a departure for Phoe, who usually produces his own stuff, he brings a new form of his signature sound that has graced…
Check out Jamila Woods’ Tiny Desk concert for NPR
Jamila Woods joins the increasing club of Chicago artists invited to do a set at NPR’s famous Tiny Desk concert series. Jamila and her band cruise through a breezy set that includes “Blk Girl Soldier”, the Nikki-inspired “Giovanni”, and ending on a heartfelt performance of “Holy”. This one’s almost like being there for HEAVN live. Aside from…
Stream Payroll Giovanni & Cardo’s ‘Big Bossin’ Vol. 2′
On Wall Street, when a company goes public it’s a big deal. Well, Payroll Giovanni and Cardo got Wings have invested time in each other over the years and today they make their IPO (initial public offering) with Big Bossin Vol. 2. With the recent acquisition of Payroll and Cardo by Def Jam, it’s clear…
Dally Auston drops his latest release “Beyonce6 Leak”
Produced by David Miller The SaveMoney repper is back with his first new release in close to a year. Hey, greatness takes time. And it’s nothing for Dally to take a couple off and then drop 50. Today he comes back strong with his Beyonce-themed new drop. En fuego.
Watch G Herbo’s insane new video for “Shook”
Directed by Brian Willette. Produced by Thelonious Martin. Straight up shook ones. On February 9th, Herbo and the good people at Machine will be blessing us with a deluxe edition of Herb’s 2018 breakout project, Humble Beast. The new version will include a SLEW of incredible new records as well as some secret goodies for…
WhiteLyfe & Mack 11 connect for their “Racks In The Dirt” video
Directed by Will Gates. Prod by Z The Savage. WhiteLyfe and Mack 11 continue their campaign for their Holiday release Whyte Christmas, which dropped on Christmas Day, by unloading their new video for “Racks In The Dirt,” directed by Will Gates. Hope you’re digging their excavation of greatness. Z The Savage handled production here. Watch…
Appleby returns with “Pages”
Produced by Elias Abid After an extended absence, Appleby makes his return. And what a return it is. Along with stepping out the shadows to reveal his face for the first time, App’s clearly been crafting a new sound as he proves just why he’s one of the most exciting acts to keep your eye…