Words by Elyssa Czynski (@czynskers) “Anything could happen. You could say Vic Spencer is one whopping opportunity.” For Vic Spencer, every new place or venture is a new “landmine of opportunity,” and he is just waiting for one to explode. His new project, HaerBrainSchemes Presents: The Rapping Bastard, due out November 29th, is hopefully one…
Blended Babies f/ Asher Roth & Chuck Inglish – See The World
Chicago beatsmiths The Blended Babies just launched their own label, Blended Babies Music Group, and decided to release this brand new single in honor of it. Chuck Inglish and Ash Roth take on a smooth beat with an equally smooth sample. Stream/download “See The World” below, thanks to ‘Plex.
New Album: Awdazcate – Cognac Signature
After a string of leaks and previews, Awdazcate’s new album, Cognac Signature, is available for mass consumption. You can stream the project now, but he’d prefer that you name your price in order to own. The project features 16 new tracks of good ole hip-hop, that we suggest you digest. Try and buy below the…
Video: Vic Mensa, Fredo Santana & Ty Dolla Sign @ Scion Open Mic In NYC
You can try to shake Chicago artists, but you will fail. The stars of our scene are literally popping up everywhere, and in every city, including last night at the Scion Open Mic event in New York City. Both Vic Mensa and Fredo Santana were on the bill, which also boasted performances by Ty Dolla…
Video: The HoodGeekz f/ King Louie – 4 The Ratchets
Directed by Brazil and WeVideoVisions. The HoodGeekz and King Louie do it for the ratchets in their new visual, which includes cameos from DJ Oreo, Chella H, Lil Kemo, FootworKINGZ and more. Looks like everyone had some fun shooting this clip. “4 The Ratchets” can be found on DJ Timbuck2 and HoodGeekz’ The Zoo mixtape,…
Paris Beuller – Honest (Remix)
Producer/emcee Paris Beuller takes a stab at Future’s latest hit. He kinda snaps on this — I’m just being honest. Check it out below.
Dre Green & The GTW – Neymar Night
Produced by The GTW. The GTW, whom some of you may know from Windy-based R&B group Jody, connects with Chicago songstress Dre Green for the 90’s inspired “Neymar Night”. This may be a little different than what you’re used to around here, but it’s pretty great. I think I’ll let GTW take it from here:…
Mixtape: TMTHY TRTL – You Are Not The Monster
Maury just got the results, and they’ve indicated that TMTHY, you are NOT the monster. Sorry, I had to. Here we have the latest instrumental release from TMTHY TRTL, who is probably best known for his work alongside Chris Crack and the New Deal Crew. He’s also laced the likes of Project Mayhem and Tree…
Video: ZMoney f/ Lil Boss Polo – No Relation
Shot and chopped by The Smokebooth. Produced by David ‘D.A.’ Doman. Something brand new from ZMoney and Boss Polo, presumably from one of the three (yes, three) new mixtapes Z plans to unleash soon. Watch and listen up above.
Video: Vic Mensa, A$AP Rocky & Swizz Beatz On MTV’s RapFix Live
The INNANET will be joining A$AP Rocky and Swizz Beatz on this week’s episode of MTV’s RapFix Live. The show kicks off at 3pm CST, so be sure to tune in above.