Category: Submissions
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Chicago Mainstays Josi Green and Plainro Drop a Bonafide Classic In New EP ‘Closure’
Trust me when I say that Josi Green & Plainro’s new EP Closure is a true highlight of 2019. If you’ve been paying attention at all to Chicago hip hop you know that Josi has a stronghold on the R&B tip while Plainro can rap, produce, and sing in the vein of Anderson .Paak. Take both…
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A Broke Ass White Boy Displays Overwhelming Talent on New Instrumental Album ‘A Beat Is Worth A Thousand Words’
I love playing instrumental projects on Saturdays. I wake up and immediately make coffee, sit down, and either read music editorials or do some work while soaking in the sounds. When the sun is starting to go down in the afternoon, and I’m on my 4th cup of coffee, I’m in the mood for some…
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Catching Up On Submissions: Brill’s Latest Visual’s ‘Too Serious’ and ‘Envy Me (Remix)’ Add a New Layer to Chicago R&B
I was first introduced to Chicago vocalist Brill just under a year ago. At that point in time he had already worked with Taylor Bennett, Smino and a host of Chicago OG’s. His submission to the site came via Pineapples, a single off his upcoming debut album, and music video Liqour Talkin. I became convinced dude would hit the city hard…
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Young Deuces Drops His Most Powerful Visual Yet via Sway’s Universe
Last year I was introduced to prolific Milwaukee emcee Young Deuces through his first solo effort, My Unapologetic Black Thoughts. To say it was an impressive debut is an understatement. The project not only reflected Deuces lyrical and storytelling skills, it proved how impactful he could be culturally, socially, and politically. Since My Unapologetic Black Thoughts impacted, Deuces has dropped…
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Catching Up On Submissions: Hunnid, Streetz and M.A.G. Show Undeniable Chemistry on ‘Like That’
As a veteran music blogger I’ve experienced a plethora of dudes who say they really live that life and their music should be more recognized. They are often full of shit. My thoughts are similar to Hunnid, Streetz and M.A.G.’s 2018 collab Like That. These 3 are a hip hop match made in heaven with undeniable…
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Catching Up On Submissions: J. Lamar’s ‘Finish Line’ is Pure Ear Candy
Just 4 days ago I wrote up J. Lamar’s incredible visual to Construction Ahead. The promising Chicagoan knows how to take concepts, apply them to his goals and ambitions, and still come out with gold. Here we are again with Finish Line, another dynamite single that dropped last year. I’m catching up on as many submissions…
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JB Brings Hope and Healing To Chicago With Music Video ‘Get Em Lifted’
Listeners unfamiliar with the progression of hip hop may label it as violent, vulgar, and street oriented. In 2019, this couldn’t be further from the truth. But there are still artists often found in Chicago who make music videos toting guns, ready to obliterate cops and rival gangs. I find it embarrassing at this point.…
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Skipp Whitman Blurs Fantasy and Reality on Music Video ‘SUNDAY’
If you’ve ever skipped over Skipp Whitman (pun intended) this is your opportunity to repent your sins. I’ve lost track of how many times I’ve posted his visuals and even a project or two. Cinematic does not capture the true nature of the work he puts into his music videos. They range from hilarious to…
