If you’ve been anywhere in the city, chances are you’ve seen and heard the bucket drummers (a.k.a. the Bucket Boys) play. Well, meet Drum Beat Journey. DBJ is a community activist program who’s vision is to send a group of young bucket drummers from the South Side to participate in a study abroad music enrichment program with Medoune…
Video: The Recording of Chief Keef’s “I Don’t Like (Remix)”
Nael Shehade a.k.a. Force One Seven was recruited by the G.O.O.D. Music camp to record Keef’s verse for the “I Don’t Like (Remix).” But while Kanye, Pusha T, Big Sean and Jadakiss were able to record their verses in plush NYC studios; Keef had to record his verse at home, as he’s still on home…
Chandler London f/ Cody DeCamry & Auggie the 9th – Holler
Another W1NSDAY drop from the W1N Vol. I project, from the new streetwear brand City of Win. Their release party is May 10 at Beauty Bar. Hit the jump for details. Holler
King Louie Speaks On Kanye’s “I Don’t Like” Shout Out
King Louie, Rockie Fresh & YP hours ago in L.A. Today, the “I Don’t Like (Remix)” hit like the Chief Keef ad-lib — bang, bang. After DJ Pharris (Power 92) premiered and the smoke cleared, FSD was left crashed (first time in history), Young Chop was pissed, and a handful of Chicago artists got the…
Young Chop Upset With Kanye West’s Remix Of “I Don’t Like”
Young Chop, the producer of Chief Keef’s “I Don’t Like”, is not pleased with Kanye West’s remix, which features a revamped version of the beat originally produced by Chop. DJ MoonDawg was able to catch up with Chop and get him to explain why he’s upset. Take a listen, below. Chop Speaks
Chief Keef f/ Kanye West, Pusha T, Jadakiss & Big Sean – I Don’t Like (Remix)
Produced by Young Chop. In four months, Chief Keef has taken the entire rap industry by storm. He’s gone from local hero to nationally known rapper before his peers could finish up their spring semester of high school. We told you it was coming (and when). Then DJ Pharris confirmed. So the moment you’ve been waiting…
Treated Crew f/ Mikkey Halsted – Do That
Yep — the Treated Crown Wearers have linked with Mr. Halsted, and turn Eric B and Ra’s “Paid In Full” into a certified club banger. Didn’t see that coming did you? Looking forward to getting all of these together as one project. In order of appearance: @CallMeMano @PASTORGZUS @bishimmajorz @mikkeyhalsted Hit the jump for the…
Sir & Madame’s New Website & New Merch
Whether you’re a streetwear guru or an urban sophisticate, Chicago definitely has a bit of everything to suit your steelo. Sir & Madame recently launched their new site and online shop. Brands such as Cheap Monday, The Brooklyn Circus, Levi’s Vintage, as well as Sir and Madame’s own collection are all featured in store and…
FSD Giveaway: ASAP Rocky x BEEN TRILL @ House of Blues – May 3
Despite the controversy, the House of Blues is still hosting the ASAP Rocky x BEEN TRILL show, presented by RSVP Gallery, on Thursday, May 3rd. The show is open to all ages, and the doors open at 6pm. Tickets are still available (FOR A LIMITED TIME ONLY — THIS WILL SELL OUT) here or at…
New Album: Na$im Williams – Nightmare On Erie Street
An all instrumental album from rising producer Na$im Williams. I’m starting to think that these producers are outworking a lot of you rappers. We need to even the playing field here. Ha! 15 new tracks for the free, below the crack.