Flosstradamus: Big Billin’

It’s no surprise that when the Hip-Hop cycle picked its new favorite region, the Midwest got next. While Kanye and Common saw it coming, during this natural regional progression, the categorical Hip-Hop “sound” also evolved. So not only are we meeting a brand new locale, but we’re experiencing music that we’ve either never heard or […]

Rhymefest: El Che Grand

Chicago-bred MC Rhymefest is one of the industry’s, relatively, best kept secrets. He has gained notoriety for his clever battle-rap skills, where he outshined Eminem back in ’97 (see YouTube). He also penned Kanye’s Grammy-winning “Jesus Walks.” Now, ‘Fest is ready to show the world the total package.     This week, he will drop […]

AHH Stray News: Kanye Returns To SNL

Chicago rapper Kanye West will make a second appearance on Saturday Night Live, just two months after a previous, high profile appearance went awry. The rapper will return to SNL this Saturday (February 21) where he will perform “Love Lockdown” and “Heartless,” taken from his critically acclaimed and commercially successful album, 808 & Heartbreak. In […]