Despite last night’s lose to the Atlanta Hawks, the good news and accolades continue to roll in for Derrick Rose. A few days ago, Powerade unveiled their congratulatory billboard for Rose with the From Englewood To MVP tagline, in the West Loop. The billboard is prominently featured on the corner of Des Plaines and Randolph, and…
G-Scott feat. Naledge – Soundtrack To Liftoff
Gary and the Windy meet again as Naledge joins newcomer G-Scott on the latest offering from his upcoming project, Scott Bailey Vs. The World. Look for the DJ Benzi & Willy Joy-helmed tape to drop sometime this weekend. STL
Video: Musiq Soulchild – Musiq in the Magiq Chicago
Directed By @DavyGreenberg @ElijahAlvarado @Nathanraywho for Elephilms Executive produced by @FerrariBacardi for Smashbros. Musiq Soulchild was recently in town to promote the release of his new album “Music in the Magiq” on Atlantic Records. Here Elephilms and The Smash Brothers capture Musiq making the rounds at WGCI, Ebony/Jet Magazine, and the private release party at…
Big Sean – I Do It (Prod. by No I.D. & Traxster)
Yesterday a radio rip snippet hit the internets and today YN liberated the full/CDQ a little earlier than planned. As I noted yesterday, this joint was produced by No I.D. & The Legendary Traxster. 01-i-do-it-1
Hip-Hop Weekly Names L.E.P. Bogus Boys Top New Artist of Year
The accolades don’t stop for Count & Moonie, as it was just announced that the Bogus Boys are part of the Top 12 New Artists of the Year, according to Hip-Hop Weekly magazine. They are in good company amongst the likes of Waka Flock, Tyga, Machine Gun Kelly and Travis Porter. The full article and…
Pics: Shepard Fairey in Chicago
For those not in the know, Shepard is behind the iconic Obama HOPE piece that was used frequently throughout his presidential campaign, the lifestyle brand OBEY, and Shep was prominently featured in the Banksy mocumentary Exit Through The Gift Shop. He was recently in Chicago for the Art Chicago Fair and dropped a few pieces…
Video: Pheave – Kodak Moment
Camera’s ready? Featuring a cameo from Chicago Larry. No VAGAS.
Big Sean’s “I Do It” Produced by No I.D. & Traxster
Earlier today, the radio rip of Big Sean’s new single leaked on the world wide webs, with solid reviews rolling in shortly thereafter. I’d heard No I.D. produced the track, but I was just alerted that it was actually a joint affair between No I.D. and The Legendary Traxster. You heard them together on “The…
Mixtape: King Louie – Chiraq Drillinois [No DJ]
Some might call it “Chicago trap rap”, but this ain’t nothin’ but Drill music; straight outta Dro City. There is some serious heat on here, and Louie’s “I don’t give a good Got Damn” demeanor, and authentic attitude make for enjoyable listen. I can’t quite put my finger on it, but there’s definitely something special…
Mixtape: The Co-Pilots – Flight Suit
The Co-Pilots, Alex P. Keaton & D-Brash, want you to suit up and take a flight. I suggest you hop on board. Tracklisting and download link below.