Lupe Fiasco – Intro and “Kick, Push” Yes, it was as off the hook as expected. Lupe Fiasco with Bishop G – “Hi Definition”
Video: The Cool Kids @ Lollapalooza 2008
The Cool Kids – “Don’t Trip” Speaking of That’s Stupid, Chicago is just that this weekend. Friday The Cool Kids KILLED it, yesterday Lupe set it off, and today Kanye and ‘Fest have their turn. Big thanks to the good people at Underground who have let me celebrate the weekend with the likes of Lindsay…
Skooda Chose – “Made Man”
“They say life’s a test, I wrote the answers on my hand and cheated death” Skooda….Yeah, Skooda’s a problem. I posted a snippet of this the other day via a YouTube clip, but here’s the track in its entirety. From his upcoming Green Lantern-hosted mixtape, Top 5 Material. Skooda Chose – “Made Man”
Video: The Cool Kids on Black Cab Sessions
And on that note, I’m out for the rest of the weekend (I’ll probably be checking in sporadically though), as I’m headed downtown for Lollapalooza. The Cool Kids & Mano are both performing this afternoon, so holler at me if you’re over there.
Mikkey Halsted – “Cameras Ready”
Well, if you didn’t already know, Boogz is back blogging again, and as always, he’s dropping exclusives. Here he tapped into Mikkey’s Chicago: The Photo Album, for “Cameras Ready”. Per Mikkey, he’s not 100% sure if it’s going to make the final cut, but cot damn if this wouldn’t be a great way to kick…
Mic Terror – “Do That Better (Freestyle)”
This instrumental seems to be the beat du jour this week. Mic goes in on Berg’s track and shows off his lyrical prowess. Mic Terror – “Do That Better (Freestyle)” Thanks to Mo B. and the movement. Speaking of, you may want to check out some of the events they have going on this…
Reno Chinati – “Nightmares (Deja Vu)”
Reno was just out in Cali working with the likes of Jelly Roll and Madlib’s camp. For this track Reno hooked up with Flyin’ Lotus to try out sounds new sounds. This is definitely a different look for Mr. Chinati – very Stones Throw-ish. Enjoy Reno Chinati – “Nightmares (Deja Vu)”
Novakane (of Ivy League) – “I Am Kane”
Novakane of Ivy League fame drops by to address the haters. Novakane (of Ivy League) – “I Am Kane”
Mick Luter -“Bichasn****” (Full/CDQ/No DJ)
There’s been a lot of talk about this track from Mick’s The Lesson mixtape, so you know I had to post the Full/CDQ/No DJ version for you. He goes in on this one from a beat courtesy of SC (twice this week SC has come through with heat). One word: Monosyllabic. Don’t forget to download…
Yung Berg feat. Amerie – “Can I Get Your Number” (Prod. by Boogz & DJ Chase)
Here’s a new track from Berg’s upcoming album, Look What You Made Me, featuring Amerie. Someone call a plumber, because this looks like it’s about to leak. Oh yeah, Boogz and DJ Chase produced this one. Yung Berg feat. Amerie – “Can I Get Your Number (Prod. by Boogz & DJ Chase)”