“I don’t know some n*ggas that been on my list, they gon’ listen to this and feel different about me.” Produced by Clockwork Muzik and Givtyd. Ripp Flamez holds nothing back on his latest drop, “Shine Light.” This joint serves as the first official offering from Ripp’s Since Day One project which is due out…
FYI f/ Church – Real N****
Produced by Shawn Azzarelli Some new Detroit goodness from FYI and Church, featuring Shawn Azzarelli on the beat. This one is as real as it gets, and the backdrop is oh-so grimy. Sample the realness below. FYI’s 7 Track Theory album with Azzarelli will be out later this year.
Chicago Rappers Take to Trump Tower for Donald Trump Diss Song
Chicago’s battle with Donald Trump continues. From popular t-shirts to protests turned mini-riots, the Chi hasn’t been too welcoming of the Republican frontrunner. And today, a Chicago rapper by the name of Swagga has upped the ante all together with a new diss video/song simply titled “Donald Trump.” In the video, Swagga takes to the somewhat…
Mick Jenkins – Artful Dodger
Words by Aaron Navarro (@aaronlarnavarro) Produced by THEMPEOPLE and Kaytranada The Artful Dodger is a character from Charlie Dickens’ novel, Oliver Twist, who is best known for being skillful and cunning. Mick Jenkins is a rapper from Chicago, best known for his skillful flow and cunning wordplay. Everything is connected. #staywoke Check out Mick’s latest…
Video: Time f/ Migos – Loud
St. Louis native Time connects with Quavo and Takeoff in the official video for his latest street single, “Loud.” Hit the jump, press play on Time’s latest clip below and be sure to turn the volume up loud — seriously, turn your volume up. Thank me later.
Towkio and Joey Purps – Body Bags Freestyle
Produced by Smoko Ono While down in Austin for SXSW, Towkio and Purps got with DJ Booth/Audiomack for a studio session which lead to the freestyle track you can find below. Smoko Ono killed this beat — this joint absolutely slaps. There’s also an accompanying vide below. Get both now.
Snoh Aalegra – In Your River
Produced by Christian Rich Snoh is back with the second release from her Don’t Explain mini-album, which is due out on April 8th via Artium. Today’s release was produced by Chicago’s own Christian Rich, with some assistance from Badbadnotgood. Float on below.
Video: Bryan Ford f/ Pugs Atomz x Killah Priest & Awdazcate – FOHH
Produced by Bryan Ford Pugs’ band leader, Bryan Ford, put together this dope track/video called “FOHH” — which basically calls into question the Future of Hip-Hop. Where are we going? Where have we been? Well, he assembled the team of Killah Priest, Pugs Atomz and Awdazcate to tell it like it t.i. is. Apparently this…
Lud Foe – Rollz
A DJ Victoriouz Exclusive Lud Foe’s name has been ringing as of late, and rightfully so. He has a unique style — especially in the Chicago scene. So it’s no surprise that fans and tastemakers are starting to pay attention. Today, the rising artist links up with DJ Victoriouz to hit K.O.D and throw some…
Video: Lil Mouse – Take Somethin
Directed by Basik Da Kidd. Produced by XJ Beats. The city keeps on making it, and Mouse keeps on taking it. And today, he takes it a step further with the video for “Take Somethin.” Don’t be Mouse Myers’ next victim — stains will be hit. Check out the vide below.