September 15th, 2017. The date everything changes. The return of Sir Michael Rocks and Chuck Inglish as The Cool Kids. Their first album since 2011’s underrated When Fish Ride Bicycles. It’s their get back. They have a point to prove, and in Mid-September you’ll get a chance to hear what they’ve been cooking up. It’s…
Chief Keef & Fredo Santana announce release date and cover art for ‘Turbo Bandana’ album
It’s coming. Fall. 2017. October 13th to be exact. Cousins Sosa and Santana will bless the world with their long-awaited collabo album, Turbo Bandana. It’s been a long time coming, but if all goes right and the chips fall in to place the way they’re supposed to, we’ll have this opus in under two months….
Taylor Bennett drops surprise project ‘Throw Aways’
Taylor Bennett is popping, and when you’re popping you can do what you want. Just facts. Feeling good and excited to share some work with his fans, Tay cut loose a new 13-song project titled Throw Aways — but the content is nothing to throw in the can. On this one, he blessed the people…
Check out Lil Durk’s “Nobody Knows” video
Durkio dropped his Supa Vultures project a couple of weeks back, and over the weekend he cut loose the video for his solo shot on the project, “Nobody Knows.” It’s a personal favorite from the EP, and a rare introspective look into the world of Durk. From family to relationships to life as a man…
Watch Lupe Fiasco’s riveting “Made In the USA” video
Directed by YASHXANA Wow, this is powerful. For the Drogas Light standout “Made In The USA,” Lu takes a look at the United States from an insider perspective, shedding light on regions, various cities and cultural references. A lot was made in the USA – including brilliant art, hate groups and institutional racism. So much…
Fadah drops official “Merch” video
Directed by DGainz Fadah’s upbeat “Merch” was a favorite of mine, so I’m glad the song is still getting that big push internally. And yes, he’s so serious about the record that he went and got DGainz to direct that official video. Well done. Can’t give up on this one, it has big potential —…
Bo Deal recruits Bump J, Twista, G Count & Montana of 300 for “Monster”
Produced by Judo Damn, talk about a posse cut. For his latest endeavor, Bo went all out for this grand Chicago affair with an all-star cast including Twista, Bump J, The G Count and Montana of 300. The track is titled “Monster” and each and every emcee went full blown monster on this one. A…
Vic Spencer & Chris Crack are Chris $pencer, stream their new album ‘Blessed’
The two-headed monster we know as Chris $pencer has returned — and is out for what is rightfully there’s. By hook or crook they’re coming for what they deserve, so you better bow down and pay homage, as this duo has proven time and time again that they are two of Chicago’s most unique, talented…
Noname & Supa Bwe join Joseph Chilliams on “Kale”
Former FSD employee (Twitter inside joke!) Joseph Chilliams brings forth his latest drop from his forthcoming debut, Henry Church. This track is something serious, as it features Noname with an incredibly ferocious verse, as well Supa skating all over the track. Yeah, Joseph snapped with this one. Some superior wizardry on this track. I highly…
Check out Lance Skiiiwalker’s “Where To With You” video & new documentary
Produced by NR and iLLeet. Directed by Shawn Johnson. Chicago’s TDE representative, Lance Skiiiwalker, emerges with a brand new video for “Where To With You,” plus a short behind-the-scenes documentary. The clip features some wild animation and a very dope concept, so hats off to Lance, per usual, for unloading some super creative and different…