Produced by DJ Pharris & John Blu. This one’s a little different than what most might expect from Mr. Turn Up, but it definitely goes. Pluto (which sounds really good) hits stores and iTunes April 17th. future-parachute ft r kelly
Pic: No I.D. x Big Sean x Common x Young Chop In The Studio
The all-star, high-powered Easter weekend studio sessions continue. This one happened to take place on the left coast, as the youngest in charge, Young Chop, joined Beats by Dion, Com Sense and Big Sean in the studio. My guess is that they’re working on the new Big Sean album. The good news continues for the…
Lollapalooza List Leaks…Again
Another Lollapalooza list leaks, and this time it looks legit. Well, don’t hold me to that. I guess anyone can print up a crusty list on a Lolla letterhead and dub it as the real thing. But a handful of these bands have been confirmed. Either way, we’ll know for sure on Tuesday night what’s…
Video: Mos Def x mike flo x Dead Prez – Trayvon Martin Tribute [BTS]
Chicago’s own mike flo joined the artist formerly known as Mos Def and Dead Prez in the studio to craft a tribute for Trayvon Martin. The track was recorded over Nas’ “Made You Look” instrumental, and is set to drop alongside the official video later this week.
Pic: Kanye West, Traxster, Fat Joe, Busta Rhymes, Jadakiss, Mos Def & DJ Khaled In The Lab
In the wee hours of Easter morning, Kanye West and The Legendary Traxster were joined by Fat Joe, Bussa Bus, Jadakiss and Khaled at an undisclosed studio in NYC. This group of heavy hitters were allegedly working on Khaled’s upcoming album, which is due out this summer. That’s a lot of power.
Pics: The Cool Kids, King Louie, YP & Malik Yusef In The Studio
Sir Michael Rocks, Chuck Inglish, King Louie, Tris J, Malik Yusef, DJ Sean Mac, Don C., Caleb James & Chance The Rapper in the same studio? Alongside Windy city producers Nascent, Tye Hill & Xtreme? Can’t wait to hear what comes out of this one. More flicks below.
Video: YP, L.E.P. Bogus Boys, Future & More Live @ The Morning Riot’s 3 Year Anniversary Party
WGCI’s The Morning Riot took over V-Live Thursday night to celebrate their 3 Year Anniversary in a big way. Featuring performances and appearances from Future, Kirko Bangz, Mike Epps, Ashanti, Elle Varner and Chicago’s own L.E.P. Bogus Boys. You can catch YP performing his track “Insane” (sans Rockie Fresh) up top. Check out performances from…
Spenzo – Go In Freestyle [Prod. by DGainz]
Spenzo goes in on a DGainz assisted track and rips straight through. Strictly bars. No hook. Expect his project, Ain’t U Spenzo to drop very soon with production from Snapbackondatrack, Young Chop, DGainz, and an array of other beatsmiths. 03 Go In (Freestyle)
Bo Deal f/ Waka Flocka, French Montana, Twista & Trae Tha Truth – Wow (Remix)
Produced by Southside It’s hard to imagine anyone more plugged than Bo D. Chi-Town’s Brick Squad representer, Bo Deal, rolls out the red carpet for his “Wow (Remix)” and is joined by Waka Flocka, Frenchie Montana, Twista and Trae Tha Truth. Wrap your head around that one. Southside handles production duties. Wow, all around. WOW…
Video: Ace Hood Live In Chicago
Courtesy of Zae. Last night, Ace Hood made his way to Adrianna’s to take over the stage. Catch him run though “Hustle Hard” and “Do It” up top.