Astonish – From Now Until Forever (Molemen Records, 2008) Astonish is the newest member of Chicago’s storied Molemen crew, and last week he dropped his debut album, From Now Until Forever. I saw him open up for the Wu-Tang Clan back in December and he really impressed me. Did he live up to the expectations…
Naledge & Mickey Factz – Naledge vs. Factz
The homie Naledge just hit me with a new joint he did with Mickey (don’t call me Hipster rap) Factz. Definitely a fresh tandem. “Too many rappers and not enough fans/Too many players, not enough in the stands”-Naledge Naledge & Mickey Factz – “Naledge vs. Factz”
Video: Rhymefest – “Brand New” Live
With a ridiculous Kanye stand-in. I’ve seen ‘Fest do this routine a few times – quite hilarious. Spotted via Eskay
The Analysis of Naledge: A Q&A with the Kidz In Hall MC
Fake Shore Drive recently had the opportunity to sit down and chat with Naledge of the famed duo Kidz In The Hall. Taking some time out of his hectic schedule, we were able to discuss the release of his sophomore album with his partner in crime, Double-O, his debut solo album – Naledge Is Power,…
The Cool Kids – “Action Figures”
My bad on the lack of updates this week – I’m in NYC for a few. We’ll be back to normal starting Monday. Some of you may have heard this, or have a copy, but this is the first CDQ version in my possession. Mikey handles it… The Cool Kids – “Action Figures”
Hollywood Holt goes to Hollywood
Featuring Million $ Mano and Mic Terror Thanks to the fellas at Vimby
Mixtape: Mike Love – Nigerian Gangster
I know it’s a bit late for another American Gangster remix album, but oh well, this is dope. Chicago DJ, Mike Love, put together Nigerian Gangster, a Jay-Z blend featuring the sounds of Fela Kuti. Mike Love x Jay-Z x Fela Kuti – Nigerian Gangster Courtesy of Shala & Mo B over at Do…
Common – “The Light 2008” (Prod. Just Blaze)
From the Smirnoff Signature Mix Series. Common – “The Light 2008” (Prod. by Just Blaze) Iced from Nahright
Video: Estelle feat. Kanye West – “American Boy”
Update: The link is fixed – for now. I really don’t get why Atlantic thinks they have to kill all of the links for this video? Ridiculous. That’s what’s wrong with the labels these days, they’re still stuck in the Jurassic period. Is this not free publicity? I rest my case.
FSD Chats with No I.D.
Out of all the interviews I’ve conducted on Fake Shore Drive, this one happens to be my favorite. What started out as a normal Q&A, turned into a long and informative conversation with legendary producer (and sometimes rapper) No I.D., who some refer to as the Godfather of Chicago Hip-Hop. He produced the bulk of…