Hip-Hop | Kids These Days – TrapHouse Rock (Album)
Posted by dshaq on October 30, 2012
Being an avid promoter of all Chicago music, this brand new album from Kids These Days was a must post. Their sound is so different and unique from other bands and groups, and it works. TrapHouse Rock marks the Kids’ first LP, which even garnered some production from Wilco frontman, Jeff Tweedy. Since the Kids are so nice, they decided to embody their SAVEMONEY philosophy and release the album for free. Grab the album below and hit them up on Facebook and Twitter.
Click Here to Stream the Album
Hip-Hop | Supreme Regime – L’ovely (Prod. Mulatto Beats)
Posted by dshaq on October 8, 2012
Chicago boys, Supreme Regime, release this brand new song accompanied by some pretty dope visuals. Short and sweet, the song features four different verses displaying all of the members flows. The nice laid back beat, which we’re accustomed to, is thanks to Mulatto Beats. Download the song below and make sure to hit them up on Facebook and Twitter.
Hip-Hop, Videos | Kids These Days – Don’t Harsh My Mellow
Posted by J_Salzer on September 23, 2012
Although I’m not usually one for 45 second previews, and I’m certainly not one for posting them here for all of you to read. It’s been on unusually slow week on the blogosphere so I’ll try and brighten it up for all of you. Kids These Days is a group out of Chicago, an region that seems to be becoming the new hotbed for hip-hop talent(Chief Keef excluded). Enjoy this little preview of the Kids These Days video dropping 4 days from now.
Featured, Review | Lollapalooza 2012
Posted by dshaq on August 14, 2012
As a first timer at Lollapalooza, nothing could prepare me for what I witnessed last weekend. 3 days worth of 100,000 people, 130 acts, 8 stages and one astounding Chicago skyline adding the finishing touch to every night. Lollapalooza 2012 reeled in artists from almost every possible genre of music and every corner of the globe, with a crowd of all ages that was alive every second from start to finish.
Friday welcomed the weekend with open arms and clear skies. Perry’s Stage, known for featuring electronic artists, was stripped of its roof and enlarged to accommodate the recent growth of EDM fans. With artists such as Madeon, Porter Robinson, Zedd, Nero, and Bassnectar all in one day, it’s no surprise the stage and entire surrounding area was packed to the brim. Of the most memorable, 18 year old Madeon managed to squeeze in every one of his crowd favorites, from “Finale” to “Pop Culture” in one hour of solid fist pumping, while the underrated duo, Nero, blew the crowd away with their “Feels So Close” remix and “Promises,” featuring live vocalist Alana Watson. For the more laidback audience, there was Passion Pit, M83 and The Shins, never failing to deliver an uplifting show. And for those who just wanted to get down, Wale, Black Sabbath and The Black Keys finished off the day, rocking the night away into the after shows, which kept the music going across town until 4am.
Hip-Hop, Videos | ProbCause – Flex (Official Video)
Posted by dshaq on August 14, 2012
What we have here is the newest video done by FNT newcomer, ProbCause. Hailing from Chicago, Prob has been in the Chicago rap scene for a while now, even linking up with some big Chicago artists like Rockie Fresh, Twista, and others. The video was directed by Elijah Alvarado, who did Chance The Rapper’s “Hey Ma” video. If you’re digging this track make sure to look back for ProbCause’s EP “Recipe” which comes out on the 4th of September.
Events | Chance The Rapper @ The Canopy Club – 8.16.2012.
Posted by dshaq on August 10, 2012
Attention! Been dying to see rising Chicago rapper, Chance The Rapper, perform live? Well do we have a deal for you! Chance will be playing a concert down in Champaign Urbana, home to the University of Illinois, on the 16th of August. Since Chance is such a loving and caring guy, trust me I’ve met him, he decided to hook up the fans up with an amazing ticket bundle. For just 30$ you recieve:
ALL INCLUSIVE
(6:30pm)- Ride from Harold Washington Library to Canopy Club.
-Ticket to Show at Canopy Club
-Free “Chief Chano” Tee
-Free entry to official after party
(2:30am)- Ride from Canopy Club back to Harold Washington Library
Don’t miss out on this deal or the chance to see Mr. Bennet destroy the stage. Head over to Shopchancetherapper.com to cop your package now!
Hip-Hop, Mixtapes | King Louie – Showtime (Mixtape)
Posted by dshaq on July 9, 2012
King Louie has been one of Chicago’s most respected up and coming rapper’s for a while now, even getting a shout-out from Kanye in the “I Don’t Like” remix. What we have here is his brand new mixtape. This 22 track tape is bound to please all musical tastes with some slowed down tracks, some upbeat ones, and of course a lot of trap beatz. Be on the lookout for more Louie, because this tape is too raw.