Chicago hip hop blog
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Sareem Poems & Ess Be Link With Sean C. Johnson For Futurist Boom Bap Single “Way Up There”
Sareem Poems & Ess Be are one of the most talented artists from ILLECT Recordings. I’ve become familiar with the label which has been around since 2003 – hosting independent talents that are correctly promoted. In preparation for their next Illect album release, the duo has dropped a collaborative effort with Sean C. Johnson titled…
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flowsfordays Co-Signs #1 (Playlist)
With over 300 submissions a month, it’s hard to write up all the songs we love. I am a one man operation and go through all submissions, along with premieres, interviews, my PR business, and more. It can get overwhelming, especially since I discover such gems in my inbox. To ease your listening pleasure, (and…
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Goody Drops The First Single And Visual To Upcoming EP “NoGood”
After a quick but effective visual, Chicago’s Goody is back for more. His previous drop was a warning to weak MC’s, and Look takes a similar approach. Goody is no one trick pony and brings fresh, potent lyrics along with a new flow. The Pheraco directed visual is complimented by a dark, colorful atmosphere with…
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Chicago’s Multi-Talented ANXT Drops Haunting First Single Off Upcoming LP
6 posts in and we are still rocking with ANXT. He has continued to impress us with his rapping and production skills that transcend trends and break boundaries. It all started with last year’s instrumental EP “Watching Paint Dry,” a full stream of individual instrumentals that varied in sound and influence. After learning about the…
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After A Year’s Hiatus, New York’s Rocket Drops His Most Impressive Track Yet In “5AM”
New York-based rapper, actor, and producer Rocket hasn’t dropped music in over a year. His previous tracks were remixes and more geared toward women, and although decent, didn’t show his true skills. The young talent is back after the hiatus with a rousing, fast paced song titled 5AM. The CashMoneyAp produced track showcases the energy and…
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Chicago’s Goody Links With Phera Designer Ron Louis For Gritty New Visual “Under Pressure”
Goody has been busy campaigning for Phera, a Chicago clothing brand started by designer Ron Louis. The talented MC couldn’t help making music in the interim – hence his newest visual for Under Pressure. Goody warns the competition that there is no slowing him down, and while they get comfortable, he’s only working harder. His lyrical attack matches…
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Chicago Crooner Azizz Drops A New Single Off His Upcoming EP “Mood”
Chicago has always been a hub for vocalists, and they are finally getting their due respect. Another crooner from the city is Azizz, and he’s hitting our pages for the first time with Deserve. The song serves as the first single off his upcoming Sophomore EP Mood which is set to drop very soon. Azizz has a…
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After An Outstanding 2017, Experimental Vocalist Ziyaad Luceō Drops His First Track Of The Year “Beautiful.”
Our favorite experimental crooner Ziyaad Luceō has been on our radar for a year now. We’ve seen him through his first submission (and Dissection Interview) debut project, and its anime video tribute. He’s known for making dark, ominous and atmosphere music sound beautiful (no pun intended.) Ziyaad has blown minds once again with his first drop of…
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