Indie label Closed Sessions was blessed with a fantastic look this morning as the indie outfit was profiled by the Chicago Red Eye. Their company received a nice two page spread as well as the cover — which is no small feat. Check out the in-depth piece here, and be sure to pick up a…
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Video: The Making Of Lucki Ecks’ “Stuck In These Troubles”
Directed by Andrew Zeiter. For the latest Closed Sessions mini-doc, we find Luck Ecks and Plu2o Nash at Soundscape Studios crafting “Boomin” and an unreleased joint titled, “Stuck In These Troubles.” Here, Lucki and Plu20 speak on their chemistry, influences and their creative process. Check out the documentary above and keep an ear out for…
Video: Mic Terror – 15 Minutes
Directed by Andrew Zeiter & Bryan Lamb. Produced by Mano & Ryan ESL. I’ll start by saying that this video is very dope. Great concept, dope cinematography, nice shots, hot chicks, fresh gear, cool cars and a crazy plot to boot. What more do you want? “15 Minutes” was released a few months back as the…
Video: The Making Of ZMoney’s “I Can’t Stop”
Directed by Andrew Zeiter. ZMoney’s addictive “I Can’t Stop” hit the e-streets a few days ago and today, Closed Sessions gives everyone a look at how the Z’s collaboration with Odd Couple came to be. Aside from crafting the record, Z also talks a bit about his love for music and how it has changed…
A-Villa f/ Roc Marciano – A Hustler’s Soliloquy
Finally! I’ve been hearing A-Villa talk about this project for years, and now it’s finally about to lift off with some help from Closed Sessions. Recorded over a three year period, Villa’s debut, Carry On Tradition, features appearances from Cormega, Action Bronson, Big K.R.I.T., Kool G Rap, Joell Ortiz, Chance The Rapper, M.O.P., AZ, Freeway, and…
Video: Devotion: A Tree Documentary
Directed by Andrew Zeiter. Presented by Closed Sessions. The past two years have been quite the wild ride for Tree. You know this if you follow the site. Earlier this year he released his highly-acclaimed Sunday School 2 with Closed Sessions and went on to perform at the Pitchfork Music Fest — no small feat…
FSD Giveaway: Closed Sessions Live: A Tribute To Independence
This coming Saturday and Sunday (7/5-7/6), Closed Sessions will be taking over Schuba’s for A Tribute To Independence — two shows featuring a few of the city’s rising artists sponsored by the good people over at Villa. Saturday’s On Our Radar showcase features Saba, Joey Purp, Lili K., Chandler London and The Palmer Squares, while…
Action Bronson – Blackbird [Prod. by Thelonious Martin]
Ruby Hornet and Closed Sessions release the second joint from their upcoming Closed Sessions Vol. 2 project, sponsored by MTV2. Action Bronson and Thelo Martin collide on this one, which was named after the storied Chicago restaurant, Blackbird. Get a taste below, and catch the doc above.
Fashawn x Scheme x Buff1 – Theme Music
More theme music from the Closed Sessions ATX project. Here we have a new joint from Fashawn, Scheme and Buff1, with some making of footage as well. Do remember that the project drops on March 15th. You can purchase the track here.
GLC x Curt@!n$ x Rakaa – The Roadhouse (Prod. by DJ Babu)
Closed Sessions and Ruby Hornet are dropping their Closed Sessions: ATX project on March 15th, 2011 with Decon, and here we have the first leak. This definitely isn’t a lineup I would’ve ever imagined, but that’s part of the fun. Too bad they didn’t get Swayze for the adlibs. *crickets* Hit the jump for a…