We were optimistic just hours ago that Drake was releasing a brand new mixtape tonight, well now it looks like he one-upped even our best predictions as Drizzy has just released a surprise album on iTunes. The album, titled If You’re Reading This It’s Too Late (possible shot at angry label heads?) is available now and has features from Lil Wayne, Partynextdoor, and Travis Scott and production from 40, Boi-1da, Vinlyz, Partynextdoor and more! Check out the tracklist below.
Earlier today Kanye West premiered a brand new song titled ‘Wolves’, track one from his forthcoming album, which features Chicago’s Vic Mensa, as well as ‘Chandelier’ singer Sia. The song was debuted during Kanye’s adidas Yeezy Boost debut show at New York Fashion Week, and after recorded footage of the song leaked, we now have a higher quality version of the track for your listening pleasure. Check out ‘Wolves’ below.
Late last year, Chicago rapper NoName Gypsy tweeted “We go where the light is. #surf #myHottestVerseEver”, which seemed to suggest that she had a feature on Chance the Rapper and the Social Experiment’s upcoming album Surf. This should come as no major surprise as she gave a great verse on Chance’s Acid Rap project. And now after last night, the hints from her tweet hold a little more weight, as she opened up for Mick Jenkins at SOBs in New York City. During her performance she rapped a verse which she told fans would be on Surf. No word yet if “We Go Where the Light Is” is the title of the Surf track, but check out NoName Gypsy’s performance of her verse below.
Also be sure to check out our photos of Chance’s recent “Open Mike” event in Chicago, where he brought out King Louie and Hannibal Buress to perform with a number of young Chicago artists.
Big day for Kanye West and the artists he is putting on today. Earlier today fans got to hear the first track off Kanye’s forthcoming album, titled ‘Wolves‘, which features Chicago’s Vic Mensa. During his Roc city classic concert in New York City with Kevin Durant, Kanye West brought out New Jersey rapper Fetty Wap to perform his 2014 song ‘Trap Queen’. Kanye described the track as one of his favorite songs right now and wished the rapper good luck in his future. If Fetty wasn’t building a name for himself enough before, this appearance and Kanye co-sign will definitely help. Check out the video for ‘Trap Queen’ below.
According to famous American deejay DJ Skee, and hints from Drake’s Instagram, Drake is dropping a brand new mixtape for fans tonight. After dropping his new short film “Jungle” earlier today, it really seems like Drizzy season is here. Check out the evidence below!
Kanye West may very well be one of the least predictable artists of his generation. When you think he’s gone punk, he collaborates with pop princess Rihanna and legend Paul McCartney. When you think he’s finally won over the media, he gets in trouble from an post-awards show. So these instances might explain why during his NYFW show, Kanye premiered a brand new song titled ‘Wolves’, the first track from his album-featuring Chicago rapper/singer, the super creative Vic Mensa, as well as ‘Chandelier’ singer Sia. The record takes a much darker turn from his previous singles ‘Only One’ and ‘FourFiveSeconds’ and rather than including wildly successful established and iconic artists like Ms. Fenty and The Beatles frontman, it features two lesser known but up-and-coming and diversely talented artists. The track was produced by Cashmere Cat, along with Sinjin Hawke.
You can listen to the song and watch the accompanying visuals from the show below.
Rapper Mick Jenkins is one of our Top Chicago Artists to Watch for in 2015, and his new OnGuad produced track ‘Time’ is proof why. ‘Time’ is set to appear on The FDC and 119 Productions’ upcoming Chicago Sights ’N Sounds compilation, and you can stream it now, below.
It has been awhile since we have got new news from Drake. Although ‘0-100’ was Grammy nominated and the song of the summer in 2014, the year was still relatively quite for Drizzy. Well good news for Drake fans, as today the OVO rapper took to his Twitter, to share a new short film, titled “Jungle”. Watch the Karim Huu Do directed 14-minute short film, full of footage from Drake’s come up and even some snippets of new music, below.
Big Sean Speaks at Donda’s House’s “Behind The Mic” (Photo by Dan Garcia/The ER)
For those who don’t know Donda’s House is a non-profit organization created in honor of Kanye West’s late mother, Dr. Donda West. The mission of Donda’s House is to honor the educational legacy of Dr. West by implementing arts, health/wellness, and literature experiences that transform youth. In addition to their daily operations and weekly events, Donda’s House has put on a number of big events in the past year specifically, including their “Behind the Mic” event with Big Sean and their community showcase at this year’s AAHH! Fest. Now because of Illinois budget cuts, Donda’s House and its mission has been threatened, and they are asking for your help to make sure that all of Chicago’s youth has access to arts and a safe space at Donda’s House.
After releasing their track ‘Perfect‘, featuring Childish Gambino and Kent Jamz, production team THC released its follow-up this week. The new track, ‘futurebabymama’, is in anticipation for their newest album and features Kent Jamz (of OverDoz), who provides a nice verse and a head-bobbing hook. Ventura rapper, Kyle, also delivered a very solid verse, and the song goes into a smooth outro led by West Coast rapper, Buddy. It was not stated whether or not this new song will be on the album.
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