Stream only, pre-order DJ Drama's new album "Third Power" on iTunes
Friday, September 30, 2011
Jay Rock - M.O.N.E.Y. (Ofiicial Music Video)
Visual from Jay Rock's debut project "Follow Me Home." The album is a great representation of what the new west has to offer. Check it out if you haven't already.
Mach Five - Best Friends (Mixtape)
Mach Five, a duo from Atlanta, drop a free offering from the Bluroc camp. I'm excited about everything DD172 and Bluroc are doing. Lots of great artists working together. Reminds me of the good ole' days when we had these hip-hop dynasties. After the jump is the tracklist and download. Only a few features, but one is GLC, and the track is real nice. Check it out!
Common - Blue Sky (Teaser)
Ok, so Common never did release that single (Speaking of, did T.I.'s single ever come out? Got the artwork, but kind of behind, so please excuse me), but you can catch one verse after the jump. Commom visits the LA Leakers to premier the verse.
Mobb Deep - Black Cocaine (Cover Art)
New Mobb Deep EP out on November 25th, Black Friday. They will be in town for the Bassment 9th anniversary party at The Metro Friday October 21st. Should be nothing short of legendary.
Thursday, September 29, 2011
G.o.D. Jewels - My Poetry Deep (Official Music Video)
This track is featured on his recent "Reasonablematic" project. The whole tape is sick. G.o.D Jewels has just got this slow story telling type flow. Its great music to listen to after a long day, unwind, partake in whatever you enjoy partaking in and chill. Highly recommended!
Skooda Chose x B Ford - Ah Fool
Skooda does have a new project "Vulture Kulture" coming out soon, but there is no word yet if this track will be featured on it. Until I hear otherwise, just enjoy the music.
ProbCause - Days Like These (Official Music Video)
ProbCause drops off a summer inspired visual from "Stir Fry", reminding us of better days. Damn, I hope this winter goes by quick!
Crucial Conflict - Final Tic 2012
Yesterday Wildstyle hit twitter with some news. The Flict plans on releasing a follow up to the classic, "The Final Tic." I have no other information at this time, but you can expect it to be on its way. After the jump there are some episodes of "The Chronicles of Cold Hard" presented by Midwest Live.
Griffen - Deleted Scenes Vol. 3 (Mixtape)
I'll let the Stay Humble fam tell you all about Griffen, if you don't know already. Hit the jump for a tracklist and the download. Support local music!
Determined and steadfast, Griffen is the epitome of persistence and hard work mixed with raw talent. This Chicago-based MC's story is cemented on the mentality that "nothing is impossible if you do whatever it takes to get it!" Being both tenacious and unrelenting, he has worked tirelessly, establishing himself as a credible artist in not only his hometown of Chicago, but also in Atlanta and Los Angeles. Griffen's style is both thought-provoking and intense, bringing Hip-Hop back to its essence with clever, high-caliber lyrics. After inking a deal with Scarface's Facemob Music in 2010, Griffen is readying the public for "Apotheosis," which will be his first album under Facemob.
Wednesday, September 28, 2011
Jugrnaut: Jugrnaut x Starter 5 + Jewelry
Jugrnaut release a couple new Starter colorways as well as some accessories. Hit the jump for pics of the hats, necklaces, and cuff links. Available online at Jugrnaut.com, or in store at 427 S. Dearborn St.
Illannoy: Fall Lookbook 2011
Lupe Fiasco x Timbuck2 - Touch The Sky @ Espy's Afterparty, L.A.
Lupe Fiasco & Timbuck2 "Touch the Sky" @ the ESPY Afterparty (2011) from Elephilms on Vimeo.
Chicago holdin' it done. After the jump, Lupe and Timbuck2 at B96 Summer Jam.
Curren$y - Ways To Kill Em (Official Music Video)
"Why would I buy you a purse when I can buy me a Regal?"
Spitta drops a visual from "Verde Terrace." Dude never sleeps, constantly creative.
2 Chainz @ Adrianna's, Chicago
2 Chainz hits the studio along side Cap-1 to record a new track (rumored to be produced my Mano). Later that night, he performs at Adrianna's alongside L.E.P. Bogus Boys.
Tuesday, September 27, 2011
Chip Tha Ripper - The Truth
New Chip off "Tell Ya Friends"! The project i'm really amped about... that and "Muscle Car Chronicles." I like that slow flow.
Griffen x Mean Doe Green - Chevy Music 2
Stay Humble is in the building!! The entire "Deleted Scenes 3" should be posted shortly.
J Cole - Can't Get Enough @ Union Square, NYC (Vevo Go Show)
These Vevo Go shows are a really cool idea. They should really have more of these. To have a chance to see some artists that normally sell out arenas in a small random venue would be amazing. Always loved the secret shows.
tabi Bonney - Parachute (Official Music Video)
Visual off "The Summer Years" also out today, produced entirely by Ski Beatz. Lots of good music out today people, go support something! Get it on iTunes.
Naledge - Mr. Pure & Patron
Some more Kidz in the Hall, "Occasion" is on the way, but expect much more random releases to hold you over until November 22nd.
9th Wonder x Mac Miller x Heather Victoria - That's Love
Last "Wonder Years" leak, the full project is out today. Get it on Amazon
BONUS: "The Wonder Year" film screening @ Columbia College details after the jump.
Shawty Lo x Twista x Wale - Pocahontas (Official Music Video)
A visual from "Bankhead Forever"?? Did this video really just come out?
Cory Mo x UGK x David Banner - Ain't Nobody Trippin
“Pimp C laid his vocals to this record in Oct of 2007, two months before he passed away. It was intended to be the remix to my record “Aint Nobody Trippin”, which had a huge buzz in Houston, but with the untimely death of Pimp we were never able to put the song out through his UGK Records imprint like we intended. So with that being said, its 4 years later & the beat has been revamped into sum 2012 Space Age Pimpin that is already in heavy rotation in the Strip Clubs of Atlanta & Houston.”-Cory Mo
Project Mayhem - Dope Party (Tagless)
Here, we have a tagless version of one of the stand out tracks from "Industry Night." After the jump, we also have some footage of the release party. A little old, but still dope, wish I could have made it to that one.
The Swopes x Sulaiman - Drugs (Official Music Video)
A tribute to trees from a couple Chicago MCs. I don't know Swopes, but Sulaiman is the business and the song is real smooth. Good stuff, take a listen.
J Cole - Cole World: The Sideline Story (Album Release)
The highly anticipated, and already leaked J Cole freshman album officially released today. This album should be a must purchase. If the album compares to all of his previous work, it's worth the cash. Please support good music when you find it. We want these artists to continue to make music, as well as thank them for all the free stuff they have provided for us in the past. J Cole is one of those artists that has provided us with several mixtapes, visuals, random singles, and unreleased material for several years now. Now it is time for the consumers to return the favor and go grab this project at iTunes.
Mac Miller - Blue Slide Park (Cover Art & Tracklist)
And we have the tracklist. No features, so I'm really not that excited to see the list, but now we know to expect 16 dope tracks from Mac's "Blue Slide Park" You can now pre-order the project on iTunes. Hit the jump for the tracklist.
Tyga x Drake - Still Got It
DJ Clue premiered this track sometime yesterday, or perhaps Sunday. Anyway, it is supposed to be on Tyga's "Careless World" project.
UPDATE: CDQ
Pusha T - Don't F*ck With Me (Dreams Money Can Buy Freestyle)
Shot at Drake? Take a listen.
Rappers on their Sophomores, actin’ like they boss lords. Fame such a funny thing for sure when n—as start believing all those encores. I’m just the one to send you off, bonjour. See yourself as I pull up in that mirror tint, skins vs blouses, you mirror Prince. Chappelle Show, all them Neal Brennans, sketch comedy, who has for real been in? The talk don’t match the leather, the swag don’t match the sweaters, the wolves don’t walk with shepherds. These Margiela verses all you mob dwellers, off the rack suits looking like pallbearers.-Pusha T
PROPS: Miss Info
Monday, September 26, 2011
Schoolboy Q x Ab-Soul - Druggys With Hoes Again (Prod. Nez & Rio)
First track to leak from "Habits & Contradictions: A Prelude To Setbacks." Stream only for now.
ScHoolboy Q - Druggys WitH Hoes Again Feat. Ab-Soul by Mixedbyali
William Brennen - Take It All
This dude uses so really dope samples. I hope to see a full project from him soon.
B.o.B x Lil Wayne - Strange Clouds
Stream only, the track drops officially on October 3rd.
B.o.B Ft. Lil Wayne - Strange Clouds (No Tags) by Khalloody
Blackstar x Common - Respiration @ HOB Chicago
Sometimes work really gets in the way! Really pissed I missed this show. It's not everyday that Blackstar performs, and hearing this song live is even more rare. Glad we have a video of the historical event, even though it is pretty bad quality.
Casey Veggies x Ro Ransom - 30,000 @ NYC
Casey Veggies & Ro Ransom - 30,000 (Live In NYC) from ILLROOTS.com on Vimeo.
Some live footage of Casey and Ro performing at the NYC stop of the "Blue Slide Park" tour.
PROPS: IllRoots
Sunday, September 25, 2011
J Cole - Daddy's Little Girl (Official Music Video)
Another visual off "Cole World: The Sideline Story." It's actually one of the bonus tracks. You can pre-order the album on iTunes for its Tuesday release.
Saturday, September 24, 2011
DMX - Last Hope (Official Music Video)
I really hope DMX takes advantage of this last hope and puts out some more good music. The track is dope, he looks healthy, not bad for his first go at the whole music video thing since prison. Stay out of trouble X.
Chevy Woods - The Cookout (Mixtape)
Hit the jump for the tracklist and download. Wiz Khalifa is featured on nearly every track!
XV - When We're Done (Official Music Video)
Kansas MC, XV, pays homage to those he's lost and attempts to help us appreciate what we all have, while we still have it. The track was featured on XV's most recent "Zero Heros" project.
Royce Da 5'9" - Random Bars
Fresh off his tour with Em, Royce jumps right back in the lab and gives us a new cut!
AC3 Compilation Vol. 1 (Cover Art & Tracklist)
This AC3 compilation is basically a summary of artists you really should know. The project is two "discs" and includes 45 tracks. I really don't know why people still call say that they are multiple "disc" sets. Who buys hard copies these days anyway? I don't think all the tracks are exclusive to this project, but some definitely are.
BONUS: Rockie Fresh - Spotlight
Rockie Fresh "Spotlight" off A3C Volume 1 Compilation by clockworkmusic
B.o.B. x Lil Wayne - Strange Clouds (Trailer)
This next single from B.o.B. sounds great. The official video premieres October 3rd.
Mod Sun - Blazed By The Bell (Mixtape)
Again, I don't know shit about Mod Sun, but he has a crazy amount of dope features and the few leaks we have heard so far have been pretty nice. Hit the jump for the tracklist and download.
Hollywood FLOSS - One Fan At A Time (Album)
I enjoyed the leaks that surfaced from this project, so I recommend getting the entire album courtesy of DJBOOTH.NET and the Houston MC, Hollywood FLOSS. Hit the jump for the details.
Mac Miller - Smile Back (Official Music Video)
Another visual from "Blue Slide Park" out November 8th. What movie is this video based on?? Anyone know?
Solow - You Got What I Need (Remix)
You may have seen this dude once or twice if you have ever rode the EL in Chicago. Solow is one of the many street performers the frequents the popular downtown stops on the Red and Blue lines mostly. Unlike the constant trash that I am exposed to on a daily basis, I always stop for a moment or two, take my headphones off, and listen to what Solow is talking about. He probably won't be the next big thing, because he seems to be content with the street grind, but he's a great lyricist and if you have the opportunity, check him out.
Friday, September 23, 2011
Pugs Atomz - 16 Bars From Shanghai
The title explains it all. Pugs continues his freestyle series while on tour with The Electric.
Sir Michael Rocks - Premier Politics (Cover Art & Tracklist)
Sir Michael of Rockingham's new project comes out next Friday at illroots.com. Hit the jump for the tracklist.
Freddie Gibbs x JW - Neighborhood Hoes
2 Chainz is supposed to be on the final cut of this track to be featured on "Cold Day In Hell"
Common: Fake Shore Drive Interview + U of I Freestyle
FSD x T.E.H.O. interview Common from T.E.H.O. on Vimeo.
FSD Caught up with the man of the week at Roof prior to Common's performance. Hit the jump for the freestyle.
G.o.D Jewels - Resonablematic (Mixtape)
It's only $5, go support the man!! Tracklist and download link after the jump. You can also stream the project before you purchase if you would like.
araabMuzik: Beats Per Minute Interview
I haven't posted any of Flud Watche's "Beats Per Minute" series. Although the interviews are a cool look into the mind of today's top producers, you gotta draw the line somewhere. araabMuzik has always been so dope to me. His skills are unique and one of my favorite producers.
Wiz Khalifa x Chevy Woods - Taylor Gang (Official Music Video)
TAYLOR GANG!! The video is a compilation of what looks to be a ton of live footage. Dope song off "Rolling Papers"
9th Wonder x Warren G x Murs x Kendrick Lamar - Enjoy
Serious shit right here!! Off "Wonder Years" out Sept. 27th.
Gzus Piece - Malt Liquor Vol. 2 (Mixtape)
Hit the jump for the details and a video of Gzus explaining this project among other things while at Jugrnaut.
Red Cafe x Fabolous x Lloyd Banks - The Realest (Official Music Video)
Visual of Red Cafe's "The Cloudz"
Common: Windy City Live Interview + Roof on the Wit Performance
Nice interview. I made it to the DePaul book signing last week and shortly after that, Common made it over to Roof on the Wit Hotel for a celebration sponsored by Moet. Chicago was definitely in attendance. A Quick freestyle video from Roof is below.
Jugrnaut: Kool Aid Sessions (Sir Devin Hudson)
The folks over at Jugrnaut have incorporated a new series into their blog that allows local DJ friends to swing by the shop, lay down a set, and they will premier that set. I think that this is a great idea, and puts a different spin (literally) on tracks you may or may not have heard.
KOOL AID SESSIONS: SIR DEVIN HUDSON by jugrnautchicago
YP: "Who I Be" Premier
YP - Still Awake w/DJ Green Lantern + DJ Timbuck2 from Elephilms on Vimeo.
YP sits down with Timbuck2 and DJ Green Lantern to premier "Who I Be" off his latest "Still Awake" project. If you don't already have this... that's fucked up.
ADaD - Stay On Your Square (Prod. DJ Babu)
Mr. Alexander "DJ RTC" Fruchter explains below why we are just getting this track that was created so long ago.
“This is a record that we recorded almost two years ago now when we did our very first Closed Session with DJ Babu. While we released the record ”Bionic Jaws”, and the accompanying documentary, there was a second record that Babu made with ADaD that kind of got lost in the shuffle. So, with ADaD’s PS…I’m Next about to drop, our ”Natural High” release party coming up with DJ Babu, and a pretty much done new Closed Sessions album featuring Raekwon, CyHi The Prynce, L.E.P., Blu, and more, it’s a great time to put out “Stay On Your Square”.”
PROPS: RH
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