Dallas emcee AJ CHAKA is new to my ears, but I’m glad I found him. His latest visual to bubblin track No Worries is beautifully crafted in structure and performance. AJ raps double time on a rooftop overlooking Dallas, shaking off … Continue reading AJ CHAKA Shakes Off The Haters In New Dallas Anthem ‘No Worries’
Last June, the legendary Illect Recordings signed Toronto based emcee/producer Rel McCoy. He started off with a bang, dropping singles and my personal favorite (which I wrote about), Call Of The Times. Just two months later he delivered an incredible full … Continue reading Rel McCoy Questions His Path In New Music Video, ‘Part Of The Plan’
Reno Shakur – .Safe After a Slum Village sampled single released two months ago, boundary-pushing Atlanta MC Reno Shakur is back with another strong track, .Safe (featuring Supreme Sol and produced by AyoNicky). All Reno wants is for people to understand … Continue reading Catching Up On Submissions Part 6 (Best Of)
When Chicago upstart Musa Reems dropped his best work to date just a few months ago, I wrote him an open letter, thanking him for his music and inspirational career. I’ve been along the ride of most of it, and … Continue reading Better Late Than Never: Musa Reems – To Whom It May Concern (Lens) (Music Video)
In August I wrote favorably about doola’s EP Meanwhile. While doola was the star of the show, no chilliams also laced two tracks with an equally impressive display of eclectic lyricism and true talent. I had no doubt in my … Continue reading no chilliams Wow’s on The Official Music Video to DRUGS, SEX, ROCK n ROLL
Cassius Tae is murderous on the beat. He doesn’t stop putting out gem after gem whether music video, single, loosie, or project. I’ve been writing about him for years now and watching him hone his skills and throw himself into … Continue reading Cassius Tae and Ja-Wan The Director Make Magic on New Music Video ‘Roses’
Blaqrock, to put it simply, fucking rock. The Chicago band started out as a grassroots movement but has expanded way beyond the city. Why have they caught on? Take the start of their new visual for Kicks: ‘I got my … Continue reading Blaqrock Takes Over Chicago With Jam Heavy Music Video – ‘Kicks’
In October I spoke with talented Chicago artist Roy Banks. Hopefully you gave it a read and checked out his music. If not – here’s the perfect chance. I’m honored to premiere his latest visual, May Mayhem. In the above … Continue reading FFD Premiere: Roy Banks – May Mayhem Medley (New Music Video)
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