The brotherly duo of Christian Rich have been awfully busy this year. Let me run down a list of their accolades right quick: they’re behind Drake’s “Pound Cake,” J. Cole’s “Sparks Will Fly,” they have four joints on Earl Sweatshirt’s album Doris, and have two joints on Chris Brown’s upcoming album, X. So, uh, yeah…
Video: Rockie Fresh Talks New Collab w/ Ed Sheeran
Lupe Fiasco isn’t the only Chicagoan with a Ed Sheeran single, as Rockie confirmed with British outlet LozzaMusic that the two have something in the chamber. Rockie talks about his friendship with Ed, and the time that he introduced him to the boss Rick Ross. Rockie doesn’t dish on too many details of their relationship, but…
UFB – Hands On Ya Knees
Produced by Fya Stara The UFB trio recruit Fya Starta to craft this juke/bop record called “Hands On Ya Knees.” And yes, this samples the “Cha Cha Slide.” Wouldn’t be surprised if this one picks up some steam. Turn it out.
Video: Tia London – Beautiful Mind
Produced by The Legendary Traxster. Tia revisits 2012’s The Overdose and brings track four to life for the official visual. If you haven’t heard The Overdose yet, head over to iTunes and give it a listen.
Lady Gaga f/ R. Kelly – Do What U Want
Produced by DJ White Shadow It’s Kells! And Gaga! It’s ARTPOP. Chicago’s own DJ White Shadow provides the backdrop. The cover art is slightly NSFW, obviously. Update: New stream below…
Video: Rockie Fresh – Fire In The Booth Freestyle
While overseas, Rockie stopped by BBC Radio to connect with Charlie Sloth. While on the show, Rockie burned the booth down with a rather lengthy freestyle. RR
Video: Diddy & MGK Launch Revolt With New Commercial
Revolt TV launches nationwide tomorrow (7pm CST), and we celebrate this groundbreaking occasion with new new TV spot for the network. Diddy links with the likes of MGK and Miguel to spread the gospel. I don’t know the exact channel where Revolt will be airing in the Chicago market (via Comcast), but I will have…
Chance The Rapper Headed On Rapture Tour w/ Eminem In 2014
Chance can’t lose right now as it was announced just moments ago, via Showbiz.com.au, that Chance is headed on an Australian tour in February of 2014 with Eminem. Also included on the tour are Kendrick Lamar, J. Cole 360 and Action Bronson. So yeah, stellar company to be in. EMINEM has handpicked the now, and the…
Pics & Video From Night One Of Kanye West’s Yeezus Tour
Last night, Lord Yeezus kicked off his Yeezus Tour in Seattle, Washington. And just based on these pictures and short video clips, this looks like the most incredible set build out in the history of Kanye’s incredible set build outs. Mountains, masks, ballerinas, cliffs, snow, Red October’s and Jesus Christ himself all find their way…
Mixtape: Clark Airlines – Skyfall
Clark Airlines, who likens himself to a real life superhero, comes larger than life with his new high-flying mixtape titled, Skyfall. We haven’t heard a full project from Clark since Airplay which dropped in July of 2012, so with this much time and effort put into one tape it’s sure to be a winner. Mikkey Halsted, Jean Deaux…