Sunday, November 29, 2015

VIDEO: KING DEAZEL F/ SOLUTION- "MAGIC JOHNSON"

New music from King Deazel feat Solution "Magic Johnson"

VIDEO: BILLIONAIRE BLACK- "GOD 3"

Official music video for "God 3" by Billionaire Black.

MUSIC NEWS: AYOO KD INVOLVED IN SERIOUS CAR ACCIDENT WITH PREGNANT GIRLFRIEND

Chichago rapper Ayoo KD was involved in a serious car accident with his girlfriend, whom he revealed on Instagram is pregnant. The "Came Up" emcee also posted photos of the aftermath on Instagram that he captioned, "Omg lord please pray for me and girlfriend we got into a real bad accident my leg popped out of place in my girl broke her neck in her face f***ed up real bad man please god we almost died my girl pregnant praying for my baby also. Be strong bae we got this."

VIDEO: EWOL SAMO- DRILL TIME (REMIX)

Up and coming Chicago artist Ewol Samo remixes Slim Jesus’s “Drill Time” track and shoots the official music video directed by Rio Productions.

MIXTAPE: LIL BIBBY- "FREE CRACK 3"

Stream and download Lil Bibby's highly anticipated mixtape #FreeCrack3.

VIDEO: TINK- "MEDICINE"

Official music video for "Medicine" from the Winter's Diary 3 mixtape!

MUSIC NEWS: CHIEF KEEF IN LABEL TROUBLE ONCE AGAIN

In a statement David tells us, “Chief Keef’s contract was suspended 2 weeks ago because his management went off and did a tour without our approval. Not happy with the direction they are taking him.” David feels Keef’s management is limiting the growth of his career and potential. Through their deal with the rapper, FilmOn wants to launch Chief Keef’s career further than the circuit his management team currently keeps him in. “Same sh*t over and over,” he says. “Limiting his appeal to a wider audience and I’m not saying he should sell out, just be more prolific.”
What really has the 47-year-old mogul upset is who Keef is associating with in his music. “[HE] ends up making unsanctioned videos with child sex traffickers,” he told us referring to his ‘Let It Blow” video featuring Las Vegas rapper D. Flores. The Glo Gang collaborator was recently charged for allegedly kidnapping and forcing a 15-year-old girl into prostitution and has his bail set at $250,000.
Although, the suspension has not been lifted and the company has decided to repo his BMW i8 while he was on tour, David still believes in Chief Keef’s stardom and understands it’s the people around him that led to his current label restrictions, “I don’t blame Keith – I blame his shady management – Keith is a f****** rap superstar.”

SPORTS: WENDELL PHILLIPS ACADEMY WINS ILLINOIS FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP

Wendell Phillips Academy in Bronzeville became the first Chicago Public Schools team in history to win a state football championship on Friday night. The Wildcats beat Belleville's Althoff Catholic High School 51-7 at Northern Illinois University's football field in DeKalb to win the Illinois High School Association's 4A title game.

Wednesday, November 25, 2015

Tuesday, November 24, 2015

NEWS: POLICE OFFICER JASON VAN DYKE EXPECTED TO BE CHARGED WITH MURDER OF LAQUAN MCDONALD

Officer Jason Van Dyke is expected to be charged with murder charges today for the shooting in 17 year old Laquan McDonald. The video of the shooting will be released Wednesday and city officials are preparing for the worst. According to those who have already witness the video it is quite distributing to watch.

VIDEO: DOE DOE NBAMG- "ONE THAT RAISED ME"

FILMED & EDITED BY @GLASSIMAGERY
Doe Doe makes sure to close out the year not forgotten in this new single & visual. Reliving lessons taught by the one that raised him he puts listeners up on game.

Monday, November 23, 2015

VIDEO: MIKEY DOLLAZ- "NEW TO ME"

Lani Pop stars alongside indie Chicago Hype Mikey Dollaz In "New To Me".

MUSIC: TWISTA F/ JEREMIH & LIL BIBBY- "MODELS & BOTTLES"

Twista, teams up with the Jeremih and Lil Bibby for “Models & Bottles” Produced by: Cardiak, Mando, Hitmaka w/ additional production by the UC.

VIDEO: G COUNT- "BARGAIN WITH THE DEVIL"

This single appears on G Count and Nascent’s “Ugly” EP.

VIDEO: ROCKIE FRESH- "TELL ME"

Rockie Fresh returns with a music video for “Tell Me" from his 2015 release The Night I Went To...

MUSIC: PINQY RING- PHONE "DOWN REMIX"

Chicago indie artist Pinqy Ring is back after her project, “Herstory: The Lost Chapters”. Checkout her remix to “Phone Down” by Erykah Badu.

NEWS: NATURAL GAS REPLACEMENT PROJECT IN CHICAGO UNDER QUESTION

Illinois utility regulators initiated a formal proceeding into whether Wisconsin Energy Corp. representatives “knowingly misrepresented facts or withheld information” on the ballooning costs of a natural gas main replacement project in Chicago.
The Illinois Commerce Commission also will investigate representatives of Peoples Gas and its former parent company, Integrys Energy Group of Chicago. Wisconsin Energy on June 29 completed its $9.1 billion acquisition of Integrys and the Milwaukee-based public utility company changed its name to WEC Energy.

SPORTS: BEARS WAIVE BACKUP QB JIMMY CLAUSEN

The Chicago Bears have waived quarterback Jimmy Clausen and elevated David Fales from the practice squad to back up Jay Cutler.

NEWS: CHICAGO'S OFFICIAL 2015 CHRISTMAS TREE

Chicago’s 102nd Christmas Tree was donated by the Voelker family of Northlake, Illinois. Their 63-foot Colorado Blue Spruce was selected out of 130 submissions received by the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events. The Voelker family will join Santa Claus and other guests to light the tree at the annual ceremony.

Sunday, November 22, 2015

VIDEO: TREL MACK- "ALL I NEED"

Trel Mack after much success making the National Digital Radio Charts Top Independent with his single "The Routine", Trel Mack keeps the momentum going.
Still building anticipation with his "The Night Before Dawn" EP, here is the new visual to "All I Need" produced by Lexibanks.

FEATURE: Q THE QUESTION TALKS 2015 TOP ALBUMS & MIXTAPES

SKE Records CEO Q The Question lives and breathes music. In this short video he breaks down some of his favorite albums so far in 2015. He praises albums from The Game, Scarface, Kelly Clarkson, Kendrick Lamar, Big Sean, Florence + the Machine.

Thursday, November 19, 2015

NEWS: GARRETT POPCORN SET TO OPEN IN WOODFIELD MALL WITH NEW FLAVORS

Garrett Popcorn is set to open its first suburban Chicago location, and to celebrate the occasion, the store plans to debut never-before-seen flavors that will stay on the menu permanently.
The new location will open next week at Woodfield Mall in Schaumburg. There are currently 11 Garrett Popcorn stores in Chicago, with several other locations in Atlanta, Detroit, Las Vegas and New York as well as several international locations.
The new flavors at Woodfield Mall will include:
Almond CaramelCrisp Mocha: Made with 72 percent dark chocolate, medium French Roast coffee and almond CaramelCrisp infused 2 percent milk
Almond CaramelCrisp Dark Hot Chocolate: Made with 72 percent dark chocolate and almond CaramelCrisp infused 2 percent milk
Cashew CaramelCrisp White Hot Chocolate: Made with white chocolate and cashew CaramelCrisp infused 2 percent milk
CaramelCrisp Infused Coffee: Made with freshly ground medium French Roast beans and CaramelCrisp infused syrup
Hand-Dipped Nut CaramelCrisp Clusters: Garrett Nut Caramel Clusters dipped in either milk or dark chocolate
(link below)
http://www.nbcchicago.com/blogs/worth-the-trip/Soon-to-Open-Suburban-Garrett-Popcorn-to-Debut-New-Menu-Items-351463351.html?_osource=SocialFlowFB_CHBrand

Wednesday, November 18, 2015

CHICAGO UNSIGNED HYPE INTERVIEW W/ ANTHONY M

Chicago Est.1837 Recently Caught Up With Rising Artist "Anthony M"
1. Can you introduce yourself to the people?
What's going on everyone. It's Anthony M. Chicago's Up & Coming R&B Artist.
2. When did you decide to make a career of music, and what inspired that?
Well, music has always been my dream since the age of three. It was nothing that I woke up one day and decided to do (sort of speak). My grandparents played me a video recording of the HBO Michael Jackson special of his 1992 Dangerous Tour when I was three years old. Watching the way he effected the people in the crowd, watching him move about the stage, I said that was exactly what I wanted to do.
3. Whats been the most memorable moment since?
I would have to say the most memorable moment for me thus far would be when I toured Paris, France with the song and dance group I was apart of at the time by the name of The Happiness Club. Being there doing what I loved made me see the endless possibilities and where I wanted to go in my own solo career. Hopefully I'll go back one day.
4. How do you deal with writers-block?
I hate writers block and believe it or not, it does happen. There's no one way to handle writers block I believe. Either you go find inspiration or let the inspiration come to you. I sometimes (as crazy as it may seem) let the music speak to me and tell me what it wants to say, or I sit back and listen to how the music makes me feel in that moment. I can't explain how one really creates, it's really a higher power thing. It's God.
5. Dead Or alive if you could feature with one artist, who & why?
Michael Jackson of course. I think that about sums it up. Who wouldn't.
6. What are you currently promoting or working on?
Right now I'm currently promoting my newly released EP entitled #YouBeTheJude Round 1. It's the first of a three part EP.
7. Where do you see yourself the next 3-5 years?
Hopefully I'll be where I want to be as far as my career. On Tour, Winning Grammy's, doing Movies, but hey, we'll just have to wait and see. (Fingers Crossed)
Follow His Progress...
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Twitter.com/anthonymchicago
Soundcloud.com/anthonymchicago
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VIDEO: ACE UNO- "LIKE THIS"

Shot by 085films.
The visual & single are from the mixtape "Nothing Personal Just Business" avaiable on aduiomack.com.

Tuesday, November 17, 2015

NEWS: POPULAR CONCERT HALL "ABBEY PUB" CANCELS SHOWS AFTER FIRE

Abbey Pub plans to cancel shows on its main stage this weekend after a fire broke out Tuesday morning at the venue in the Irving Park neighborhood.
Firefighters were called to the Abbey, at 3420 W. Grace St., around 7:30 a.m. and extinguished the blaze in about 15 minutes, according to Chicago Fire Department spokesman Larry Langford. Thomas Looney, whose family owns the Abbey, said he didn't know the cause of the fire but it apparently started by the back door.
Looney said the venue sustained smoke damage but the "bar area is fine." Looney said shows on the main stage are "definitely canceled" Friday and Saturday, though bands may be moved to the bar-area stage, which did not sustain damage.

Monday, November 16, 2015

VIDEO: PROBCAUSE F/ DONNIE TRUMPET & KSRA- "PALE MOONLIGHT"

Directed by Mac Kozi and Danny Farber.

VIDEO: KING LOUIE: "TONY TONE TONE"

Directed by DGainz.
Here's another single & visual from the recently released 6 God Tony Project.

VIDEO: YOUNG CHOP- "FINALLY RICH TOO"

Produced by Broke Boys Berlin
Recently, Chop released his album Finally Rich Too. The title seems to be a play off of Chief Keef's debut album Finally Rich.

VIDEO: KING LOUIE- " WHAT THEY LIVING FOR"

Directed by DGainz.
King Louie drops a video for “What They Living For” off of “6 God Tony.”

G HERBO INTERVIEW ON "SWAY IN THE MORNING"

During his recent NYC promo run, G Herbo dropped by Shade 45 for an in-depth interview on Sway in the Morning. He spoke on a number of subjects including Spike Lee and the Chi-Raq movie, his most recent project Ballin’ Like I’m Kobe, the youth of Chicago and much more.

NEWS: CHICAGO'S FIRST MEDICAL MARIJUANA DISPENSARY

Chicago’s first medical marijuana dispensary, Dispensary 33, officially opened its doors today at the corner of Clark and Argyle in what was once a pizza place.
Co-owners Kristie and Zach Zises held an open house for the neighbors of Andersonville last weekend and a ribbon cutting for lawmakers and dignitaries on Monday.
(link below)
http://chicago.cbslocal.com/2015/11/16/chicagos-first-medical-marijuana-dispensary-opens-its-doors/?utm_medium=projx&utm_source=projx_latest&utm_campaign=projx_latest-stories_rss-news

Saturday, November 14, 2015

CHICAGO UNSIGNED HYPE INTERVIEW W/ BIANCA SHAW

Chicago Est.1837 Recently Caught Up With Talented Artist "Bianca Shaw"
1. Introduce yourself & what you stand for as an artist.
My name is Bianca Shaw I am Hip Hop Emcee, Singer, and Drummer from the west side of Chicago. As an artist, I strive to create a product that inspires and brings life. I like to work on music that touches the soul whether it's one line or the entire song that moves you. I struggled for a long time with what people would think, how would I infuse rock rap and R&B and still get people to listen? If people like you they will gravitate towards you, listen to your music and they want to know who you are. Once I stopped focusing what people would think I discovered myself and what I want to represent. Real life issues people deal with on a daily basis. Love, loss, hard times. Timeless music you can listen to ten years from now and the same feeling overcomes you.
2. What inspired you to become a serious about your craft?
What inspired me to become serious about my craft is being in an environment with so many hard working and talented artists. You can't help but to emulate your surroundings and want to improve in every way possible. I started going to the studio everyday just to be around and eventually started recording every week.
3. Rather dead or alive what artist would be a dream collaboration for you?
There are so many I would love to collab with but I will keep it simple and say Missy Elliot.
4. How do you deal with writers block?
I eat lots of snacks..leave it alone for a little while, and listen to various artists for inspiration. Really depends on the song I am writing when listening to artists.
5. Any projects, singles or videos we should be on the lookout for this year?
I have my first Album Titled Guns and Roses with a release date TBA. My single "Don't Want Me" is out now and available for download. Video is set to release in October. You can find Information when visiting Biancashaw.com
6. Where do you see yourself within this industry 3-5 years from now?
Where do I see myself in the industry 3-5 years from now is a tough one, I see myself not only as a female emcee but as a well known and respected artist and musician.
Follow Her Progress...
biancashaw.com

Thursday, November 12, 2015

EP: ANTHONY M PREPS "YOU BE THE JUDGE" ROUND 1

The Chicago native is set to release his long awaited EP to viral outlets Nov.17th. His 1st collective body of work since 2009 and 6 tracks deep Anthony M describes You Be The Judge as original, eclectic & classic! Only 2 features but both live up to the hype, he stands out on his own with creative original production and thought provoking lyrics all written by him. This project has something for everyone but stays true to his overall core fan base. Stand out tracks include "Make You Moan" & Blow Your Mind".
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SPORTS: CHARLIE MOORE THE #1 HIGH SCHOOL PLAYER IN ILLINOIS COMMITS TO MEMPHIS

Charlie Moore, the No. 1 recruit in the state of Illinois according to the 247Sports Composite rankings, commits to Memphis.

Wednesday, November 11, 2015

SPORTS: BULLS WIN APPROVAL FOR D-LEAGUE TEAM IN HOFFMAN ESTATES

Bulls scheduled a 2 p.m. news conference Wednesday at the United Center with Hoffman Estates representatives after the village board approved the team's plan to start a Development League franchise there for the 2016-17 season.
Though the lease agreement isn't finalized, the team is expected to win approval for 24 home games to be played at Sears Centre from November to April. The pending lease agreement is for five years, with renewal options up to 15 additional years.
(link below)
http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/basketball/bulls/ct-bulls-hoffman-estates-20151110-story.html

Tuesday, November 10, 2015

VIDEO: J.R. DONATO- "MAKE IT COUNT"

Directed by aWMfilm. Produced by Sledgren and RMB Justize.

VIDEO: ROCKIE FRESH- "THE NIGHT I WENT TO..." (TRAILER)

After almost 2 years in the studio crafting his next release, Rockie Fresh is back with "The Night I Went To..."

MUSIC: LIL DURK & DEJ LOAF- MY BEYONCE

Produced by C-Sick.
This is the lead off single from Durk’s upcoming project, 300 Days, 300 Nights, which arrives December 15th.

NEWS: CONGRESSMAN BOBBY RUSH VISITS LARRY HOOVER & JEFF FORT

Illinois Congressman Bobby Rush made the trek to ADX to seek out both Hoover and Kabah (formerly known as Jeff Fort) to get their take on the murder of the 9-year-old boy whose death has made national headlines and they were both “appalled.”
“Right now, as I see it, [Hoover and Kabah] part of the solution, not part of the problem,” he told ABC7, as he was representing his reverend ministry. “Jeff/Malik and Larry said, ‘Use my name. Tell those youngsters to stop the killing.'”
“They didn’t ask me to move mountains or to use any kind of clout to help them,” Rush said of the former gangster’s current predicament of being stuck in a cell for 23 hours of the day.

Monday, November 9, 2015

MUSIC: ANTHONY M F/ E MACK- "DANCE"

"Dance" Feat Emack is the third official full-length single from the up and coming EP from Chicago Native Anthony M. "You Be The Judge Round 1".

Wednesday, November 4, 2015

INTERVIEW: MICK JENKINS TALKS W/ TIM WESTWOOD

Mick Jenkins speaks to Westwood at the Crib Session about fashion, new music, Chicago, Slim Jesus, Martyrs & The Healing Component.

VIDEO: ADD 2 F/ RAPSODY- STOP PLAY REWIND

Directed by CamBe for Camovement.
Produced by Khrysis for The Soul Council.

VIDEO: TRIPLE DARKNESS- "400 POUNDS OF PRESSURE"

Produced by Xcel. Directed by Dawreck & Reese Mac.
After many years, the group returns from a rather lengthy hiatus with a new Xcel-produced track and video, "400 Pounds of Pressure."

VIDEO: CHRIS SPENCER- "NO BIGGIE"

The dynamic Chicago duo of Chris Crack and Vic Spencer team up for their first visual offering off of the forthcoming LP "Who TF is Chris $pencer?" with No Biggie. Slated to be released to the public in December, Chris Spencer combines illustrious party bars over Big Shep production in a deliberate effort to keep the heads nodding and the drinks pouring. Shot in the streets of Chicago by Born Ready Films.

VIDEO: KING LOUIE- "LIKE LOUIE"

Directed by DADA Creative.
King Louie delivers an official visual for "Like Louie" off his 'Drilluminati 3' mixtape.

VIDEO: HYPNO CARLITO- "I DESERVE"

Hypno Carlito releases a new track called “I Deserve“; off his upcoming tape, Never Say Never. Produced by Bruus.

Tuesday, November 3, 2015

MOVIE: SPIKE LEE PRESENTS "CHI-RAQ" THE OFFICIAL TRAILER

Spike Lee’s new movie “Chiraq” has received a new trailer, a month ahead of its release.
The film centers on gang violence by men in some of Chicago’s neighborhoods, based on the Greek comedy “Lysistrata,” by Aristophanes.

Monday, November 2, 2015

VIDEO: CDOT HONCHO- "HONCHO STYLE 2"

Shot By Azae Productions.
Prod. By Yung Murk / Honcho The EP Out Now.

SPORTS: SIMEON HIGH SCHOOL STAR "ZACH NORVELL" COMMITS TO GONZAGA

The Gonzaga Bulldogs got some good news on Monday morning as four-star shooting guard Zach Norvell decided on the program. The 6-foot-4 Norvell decided to make the long distance move from Chicago to Spokane and picked the program.
Norvell chose Gonzaga over Georgetown, Iowa State, and Florida State. One of the contributing factors was Norvell’s close relationship with former Gonzaga standout Jeremy Pargo. Like Norvell, Pargo is a Chicago native, and seeing the success Pargo had for Gonzaga played a big role in Norvell committing to the program.

SALUTE THE DJ INTERVIEW W/ DJ SO CINCERE

Chicago EST.1837 recently caught up with popular mixtape DJ "So Cincere"
1.Introduce yourself and how long you've been grinding.
I am DJ So Cincere One of the Hottest Djs in the Cincinnati area born and raised in Cincy, and I've been a Professional DJ now for about 3 years.
2. The defining moment of taking your career serious came when?
I was actually homeless when I really started taking my career serious. That hard time made me take every second I have now and make the most of it.
3. Give us your most memorable mixtape project you've been apart of.
Most recently I just did a compilation Mixtape for Cassidy Fred Money Nitty Ave CokeBoy Brock The Original Playboi & GMT through Versatile Entertainment. Definitely was a great experience and a dope project to be apart of.
4. If you could play one song to get a party going, which would it be?
Well of course Future is in high demand now so I gotta say Where Ya At ft Drake or Stick Talk.
5. Who are some of your favorite Chicago artist?
Lil Durk & Lil Herb
6. What can we expect from your brand these next few years?
Taking small steps first but definitely several more Mixtapes including one Hosted by me and DJ WillMoney. currently planning a showcase for Midwest Mixtapes and Starting my own Internet Radio show on IHeart The Streets Radio Nov 5th.
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