In this week’s edition, we catch up with New York Times pop critic Jon Caramanica. We talk about last weekend’s Pitchfork Music Festival, Chicago’s recent rap boom, and music criticism — hip-hop or otherwise. Jon has a storied past, having written for XXL, Vibe and a slew of other publications. If you’re a new jack…
Martin $ky f/ Vic Spencer – Hot Ice
Vic Spencer and newcomer Martin $ky connect for this new track, produced by Martin. Word has it that these two may be recording an EP together soon. Until then, keep an eye out for Martin’s Member$ Only EP due out July 5th and Vic’s Walkaway Music project scheduled to impact July 30th.
Action Bronson – Blackbird [Prod. by Thelonious Martin]
Ruby Hornet and Closed Sessions release the second joint from their upcoming Closed Sessions Vol. 2 project, sponsored by MTV2. Action Bronson and Thelo Martin collide on this one, which was named after the storied Chicago restaurant, Blackbird. Get a taste below, and catch the doc above.
FSD Feature: Segregation Nation [Part II]
Words by Marisol “Pinqy Ring” Vélez (@PinqyRing) For Segregation Nation Part I click here. I recently saw a play at Victory Gardens Theater called “…And The Whole Train Was Like”. It played poetically with the idea of our transportation system in Chicago, and highlighted how many stories go unheard and unraveled amongst travels. It made me…
Clemm Rishad f/ Rockie Fresh – Rap Star
Clemm Rishad of J.R. Rotem’s Beluga Heights imprint recruits MMG’s Rockie Fresh for his new single. Didn’t see this one coming, but it’s pretty dope.
Kenlo Key f/ Griffen & Jamal Mar – Live Backwards
Tha Intavention links with Griffen to “Live Backwards.” From Ken’s from his forthcoming project,The Well Known Stranger. Word to the Backwards Man.
Nick Jr. – Murder She Wrote
Produced by THEMPeople But this ain’t Chaka Demus, it’s Nick Jr. Somebody get Angela Lansbury on line one. Murder She Wrote(mix1) (1)
Pics: Skyy Vodka & Hebru Brantley’s Chicago Skyyline Event
Yesterday we posted a video recap of the Hebru Brantley x Skyy Vodka Chicago Skyyline event, and today we have a slew of great photos for your viewing pleasure. The event, hosted at the Bridgeport Art Center in Chicago, featured live art from Hebru Brantley, while guests enjoyed signature cocktails courtesy of Skyy Vodka. Hebru…
Video: Following Kendrick Lamar @ Pitchfork
Directed by Zae The homie Zae was hired to trail Kendrick Lamar during his run at the Pitchfork Music Fest last Sunday. Zae was on hand to capture his set and his surprise-of-a-co-star Lady Gaga. Check out the action above.
Video: Spenzo, Chase N Dough & Young Chop In The Studio
Spenzo recently hit the studio with producer Chase N Dough, only to be joined by Young Chop, L.E.P. and a few others. Hopefully, we’ll hear the end result of this session soon. Related: Kendrick Lamar Talks Lady Gaga, Spenzo & Upcoming Album