Want Mikkey’s take on what’s going on in Chicago right now? Well, Halsted takes Durk’s smash “L’s Anthem” and makes it his own. He addresses the violence, the teachers strike and more. His conclusion: we’re one Chi. Throw it up proudly.
Video: Chuck L.I. – Six Shooter
Directed by THC. Produced by Stefan Ponce. Chuck gets a little trippy for the latest visual from his recently released project, Charles: The Memoirs Of Durrty Carlos. You can check out the full project here if you haven’t already.
Video: Sir Michael Rocks – In The Loop
The clips from Lap of Lux continue to roll out. But while Mikey might be in the Loop, it appears he’s in the desert here. Hope he had plenty of gas out there.
Video: YP Featured In NBA Live ’13 Trailer
YP is a good hooper (or so I’ve heard), but he isn’t featured as a player in NBA Live 2013. Instead his hit “Who I Be” is featured throughout the game and as part of the official trailer. That’s a massive look, no? In case you didn’t already know, Xtreme did the beat. Universal needs…
G.O.O.D. Music – Cruel Summer [Production Credits]
Wondering who’s behind the production on the G.O.O.D. Music compilation? Well, wonder no more. The credits which include Chicago’s own Twilite Tone, Million $ Mano, Boogz, Tapez and Young Chop read as a who’s who. Check them out below. Cruel Summer hits stores September 18th.
Derrick Rose Sheds Tears For Fans, Chicago & More @ adidas D. Rose III Launch
Derrick Rose and adidas descended on Chicago earlier today to unveil to the world the D. Rose III sneakers, as well as his new line of merchandise from adidas. The third edition of his D. Rose sneakers and his signature collection, complete with his new logo will be available worldwide on October 4th. The line…
Video: G.O.O.D. Music’s Cruel Summer Advertisement
Remember rap album commercials? A lot do, but the new agers have largely come up in an era without shows like Rap City and Yo! MTV Raps, where the album release commercials would air. They used to be one of my favorite things to catch in between commercial breaks of Joe Clair and Big Lez….
Mixtape: LStreetz – Anti-Social
The new mixtape from LStreetz is upon us, courtesy of the good people at Stack or Starve. Shawnna, Mush Millions, Bo Deal, Young Chop, Cryptonite and others show up to contribute. Download and check out the tracklist below.
Video: Ace B8gie – Curtain Sway
Directed by Cholly for High Vision Films. From Ace’s Survival Of The FOCused, hosted by DJ MoonDawg. Crazy 8’s coming soon.
Video: Derrick Rose Talks CPA Strike & State Of Chicago
During the reveal of his new Adidas shoe and apparel collection (the D Rose 3.0 and D. Rose signature collection), Derrick took some time to speak about the CPA strike, how it affects the children and the current state of the city. Tell ’em, Derrick.