James Elliott

Joey Purp and Chance the Rapper team up to find where the "Girls @"

SAVEMONEY is in full effect. Right on the heels of the highly lauded release of Chance the Rapper's third full length mixtape, Coloring Book, his colleague and one half of the Leather Corduroys, Joey Purp …

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Liana Bank$ and Mura Masa connect on the intoxicating "Leave Me Alone"

It is impossible to follow Liana Bank$ latest single title's antisocial instructions. "Leave Me Alone" will have you running back for more, addicted to the New Yorker's sultry vocals and fiery…

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Khary makes an anthem for late night creeping in "2AM Thirst Ballad"

There is always that moment at the club, bar, or party, when everyone knows they should have headed home two hours ago, maybe even a shot ago; where you look…

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A$AP Mob shows what it takes to graduate with top honors at "Yamborghini High" [Video]

After the successful release of both A$AP Rocky's and A$AP Ferg's sophomore projects (At. Long. Last. ASAP and Always Strive And Prosper respectively), it appears that A$AP Mob have turned their attention to their long…

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Michael Christmas explores his neurotic nature on "Paranoid"

Michael Christmas continues to be one of the most entertaining underground lyricists in the game. His bars are a witty mix of fast-paced punchlines and pop cultural satire. One moment…

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Jaro releases his debut EP, 'La Rouge' [Premiere]

In the simplest of terms, Jaro is a producer hailing from Chicago; however, that is selling him and his talent short. The young beatsmith has knack for manipulating modern sounds to his…

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John Walt straight flexes on "Price On" [Premiere]

John Walt is the latest rapper/singer from the Windy City looking to make a name for himself. The young Chicago artist is a part of the Pivot Gang, whose influence continues…

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A$AP Ferg gets fans ready for his new LP with "Flem" (prod. Kirk Knight)

Even though A$AP Ferg released his debut and only studio album, Trap Lord, just three years ago, it feels like a lifetime has passed since fans were excitedly jumping around to "Shabba"…

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Saba, Smino, and LEGIT keep moving forward in "World In My Hand"

Chicago is gearing up for a hot summer, as some of its big name rappers prepare to unleash their highly anticipated projects. Saba has been on a lot radars since his ComfortZone…

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Chance The Rapper and Saba represent Chicago heavy in "Angels" [Video]

Chance The Rapper has gone from the high school delinquent penning rhymes during his suspension, to a full fledged ambassador of Chicago. He has never shied away from his hometown; whether…

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Hannibal King bares everything on 'Don't Die' [LP]

During the weeks leading up to the release of Don't Die, Hannibal King seemed to epitomize the idea of a troubled artist in the midst of intense personal growth. He was not…

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Get swept away in Dan Henig's 'Paper Planes & Hurricanes' EP

After becoming a viral sensation with his quirky and often unpredictable coffee shop acoustic covers, Dan Henig has finally released his debut EP, Paper Planes & Hurricanes. Unlike the Youtube videos that…

Joey Purp and Chance the Rapper team up to find where the "Girls @"

Liana Bank$ and Mura Masa connect on the intoxicating "Leave Me Alone"

Khary makes an anthem for late night creeping in "2AM Thirst Ballad"

A$AP Mob shows what it takes to graduate with top honors at "Yamborghini High" [Video]

Michael Christmas explores his neurotic nature on "Paranoid"

Jaro releases his debut EP, 'La Rouge' [Premiere]

John Walt straight flexes on "Price On" [Premiere]

A$AP Ferg gets fans ready for his new LP with "Flem" (prod. Kirk Knight)

Saba, Smino, and LEGIT keep moving forward in "World In My Hand"

Chance The Rapper and Saba represent Chicago heavy in "Angels" [Video]

Hannibal King bares everything on 'Don't Die' [LP]

Get swept away in Dan Henig's 'Paper Planes & Hurricanes' EP

Naomi Campbell brings soul to the forefront with 'Don't You Mind'

Emergency Break shares anthemic energy with new single "HOMETOWN"

Kina shares a wave with his latest single 'I Just Want You'

Bryce Bowyn declares electro-pop "Siege" with electrifying new EP

Anandita thrills with her debut single "Anything"

Lika O shuts down dating rumors: 'I Have Never Dated Tom Sandoval'

Georgia Starnes emerges as an unforgettable new voice

Piper & The Hard Times : A journey through music and friendship

Denise S. Young : A powerhouse in the jazz and classical world

From Machismo To Mujeres: Women As The Face Of Reggaeton

4 things I learned on the 'Call Me If You Get Lost' tour

4 things every artist needs to think about in 2022