Directed by Michael Silberman of Great Eye Films. This is dope and refreshing. Something fresh from the Chicago Afrobeat Project, featuring assistance from Legit storied drummer Tony Allen and songstress Kiara Lanier. The clip is well-played and focuses on choosing that positive energy instead of embracing the negative. I think it’s something we could all…
Producer Glassic puts together a wavy team on new project “Safe Travels”
Glassic is a producer that’s appeared on our pages before, making heat for Futura Bloom (New Kingz at the time) and Roosevelt the Titan. Now though, he’s decided to put the spotlight on himself with a new project gathering bubbling acts like Futura, Kahrion, and Qari. Glass has really grown as a producer over the…
Premiere: Watch Teddy Jackson’s New Video, “Too Fly Not To Fly”
Directed by Troy G. Produced by Cam Obi. Teddy Jackson brings the alphabet photo-book Too Fly Not To Fly to life in the official video for his single inspired by the book, which features guest vocals from Erica René, Smino and Jean Deaux. Looks like a wonderful day on the Southside. Watch “Too Fly Not…
Knox Fortune drops “24 Hours” + announces debut album dropping next week
That boy Knox is on fire. Today, he keeps fanning the flames with the release of his latest single “24 Hours” + the announcement of his long-awaited debut album, Paradise, which drops next Friday, September 22nd. Oh boy! For “24 Hours,” Knox co-wrote it with fellow visionaires Joey Purp, and co-produced it with Carter Lang….
Spotify’s Rap Caviar Live hits Chicago’s Aragon Ballroom October 20th with Lil Uzi Vert, Playboi Carti & DJ Drama
On October 20th, Spotify’s red hot RapCaviar Live tour hits Chicago’s Aragon Ballroom for a night to remember in tandem with Live Nation. Tickets go on sale this morning at 10am, but we do have that pre-sale code for you right now until they go live. That code is: VINYL This show is going to…
Stream The Cool Kids new album ‘Special Edition Grandmaster Deluxe’
I feel so tied into this album, I damn near feel like I’m releasing it. Ha! I was the first press guy to hear it back in July, and last night I had the honor of hosting/moderating their listening session at Soho House. In my opinion, this album is their best piece of work to…
Mano soundtracks new Cam Newton & 2 Chainz ad for Champs Sports / Under Armour
Another W for Mano, and this one comes in the form of the new Champs Sports / Under Armour ad for Cam Newton. The song you hear in the background is a new 2 Chainz joint, produced by Mano. Champs picked it up for the campaign and the rest is history. The track is titled…
Plug Migo drops KD Young Cocky-assisted new video for “Mud”
Directed by Dada Creative Something fresh from the one they call Plug Migo. On his latest endeavor, “Mud,” he’s joined by Chicago talent, KD Young Cocky. Plug handled the beats as well. Watch the spectacle below.
Mick Jenkins & Twista to headline Jack Daniel’s Honey’s ‘Neighborhood Flavor’ Event, THIS Saturday September 16th — RSVP NOW
THIS Saturday, September 16th, Hyde Park will be the place to be as Jack Daniel’s Honey ‘Neighborhood Flavor’ event hits the Promontory, for a one-of-a-kind afternoon in one of the best neighborhoods in the world. Mick Jenkins and Twista are set to headline, while sounds will be provided by Evie The Cool and Sean Mac….
Premiere: Watch G Works and Eastside Peezy connect in “Go Out” video
Produced by Eujoe. Shot and chopped by The Cinema Gods. Columbus, OH’s own Young G Works and Detroit representer Eastside Peezy show up and show out in the video for their new collab, “Go Out.” World premiere — remember where you saw it first. Hit the jump and press play.