Directed by Stripmall I don’t usually post a song when it drops and then post the video but SoloSam and Stripmall snapped on this. The visual mixes some humor, turn up and effects. Solo and Stripmall productions, who oversaw the creative direction on this and past work, have a great chemistry worked out and it…
Check out Femdot – ‘Kronos Freestyle’
Femdot is making his case for top up-and-coming rhymesayer in the city. This one needs a couple listens to catch all the bars. King Dilla is coming for everything that’s his and then some. When he drops a freestyle or a loosie it’s worth a listen. Feels like he’s got some momentum going – here’s…
Digable Planets and Kweku Collins hit Evanston on June 20th – tickets are available now
On Thursday, June 20th, Digable Planets hit Temperance Beer Company in Evanston, IL for a reunion show alongside hometown hero, Kweku Collins. That’s right, Digable Planets are reunited and hitting the road for select dates this year, and their trip through the Chicagoland area lands on June 20th. Tickets JUST went on sale, so head…
42 Dugg signs collaborative deal & drops new track with Yo Gotti “You Da One”
The latest news coming out of Detroit, is artist 42 Dugg signing a collaborative deal between Yo Gotti’s CMG label and Lil Baby’s 4PF label. This all happened during Meek Mill’s Motivation Tour this past weekend in Detroit, when Meek brought out CMG founder Yo Gotti to the stage who gifted 42 Dugg with a…
Anderson .Paak & The Free Nationals hit Chicago on June 4th alongside Noname & Thundercat – tickets available now
2019 Grammy Award recipient, Anderson. Paak, and his band The Free Nationals hit Chicago’s Huntington Bank Pavilion at Northerly Island on June 4th. Even better news? Noname and Thundercat will be joining them. Yes, it is the perfect way to kick off your summer. Tickets just went on sale this morning, and they are moving…
Watch Brittney Carter’s first official video – Breakthrough
Brittney Carter made her FSD debut a few weeks ago with more of a tease than anything. Now she’s back with her first official visual by @miguelvisuals_ The poet-turned-rapper is honing in on her craft and shows flashes of greatness. She’s creating a little buzz and is one to watch hopefully with a lot more…
Check the video for SolotheDweeb’s new one ‘Dream$’
Prod by Special Ed. Shot by Ryder Visuals & Cozigal. Didn’t know what I was going to get when I clicked the video but this one GOES. It’s a simple flow but packs a ton in there. I picked up some little influences from some Chicago staples but it’s definitely his own wave. It’s still…
Watch Solly Bandz Video for ‘Payroll’ (Shot by DogFood Media)
Solly Bandz is a name that has been bouncing around lately after his ‘Count it Up’ with MVP Nasa video a little while back. I’ve been feeling the Durk influenced new wave moving through Chicago lately and Solly Bandz falls in that camp. He mixes some clever lyrics with a sing-songy flow, but don’t get…
Top Reasons Why You Should Listen to Music When Working Out
Top Reasons Why You Should Listen to Music When Working Out Are you an FSD reader who enjoys working out? GO HERE. Everyone dreams of living a fit and healthy life, free from health complications. However, to maintain it, you need to exercise and stick to a healthy diet regularly. This may sound easy on…
Wu-Tang Clan announce 25 year anniversary show at the Aragon Ballroom on June 1st – Tickets On Sale Now
On June 1st, all living members of the WTC will descend upon Chicago for their celebration of their debut album, Welcome To The 36 Chambers. Yes, this is the 25th anniversary tour — and of course it’s hard to believe it has already been 25 years. But on 6/1 we celebrate at Chicago’s Aragon Ballroom….