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Sunny Woodz and YF Beatz Debut Holy Sun

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Sunny Woodz has been putting the world on notice all month that he and YF Beatz would take over the summer. At around 4 o’clock this morning, he made good on that promise debuting Holy Sun.

Holy Sun is a 16 track complication produced in its entirety by Sunny Woodz and YF Beats. The combination of their creative genius and some of the dopest artists in the city make Holy Sun exactly what Chicago needs for the summer.

Every song on Holy Sun feels like positive energy and sunshine while still capturing what it is the artist is known and loved for. Slitta, Illi, Chimeka, and Ashlee Bankz are among the artists who lend their talents to Holy Sun.

Sunny Woodz’s No CellPhone Party

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After attending a number of parties where his cell phone could not attend, Sunny Woodz created a soundtrack for that very occasion. Today, Sunny Wood debuted his new mixtape No CellPhone Party.

In typical Sunny Woodz fashion No CellPhone Party is a vibe. The features resembles a list of who’s who in Chicago’s music scene and rightfully so. The name Sunny Woodz has grown synonymous with hard work and good music, so it’s only fair that he works with the best. Twista, Chimeka, Illi, and Supa Bwe are among the features, but that’s truly the tip of the iceberg.

The 13 track mixtape is a creative combination of turn up songs like “Ready” with Bandland Zz and smooth songs to ride to like “Time” with Chloé. No CellPhone Party is versatile and undoubtedly has something for rappers, trappers and the pretty girls they attract.

For anyone who attended the No CellPhone Party party, there are still many surprises to be heard as Sunny Woodz refuses to be finished with a project until it is released.

https://soundcloud.com/sunnywoodz/sets/no-cellphone-party-mixtape

Catching Up with Illi

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Easily one of the hardest working men in show business, Illi has been a very busy entertainer. Earlier this month he released his 7750 EP and yesterday debuted his “Footwork” visual.

Anyone who is familiar with Illi knows he doesn’t do anything unintentionally and the release 7750 is undoubtedly no exception. Named for his grandparents address, where he spent a large portion of his childhood, 7750 is a dedication to his grandfather.

The five track effort was produce in its entirety by RelElite Socool and it is everything about Illi fans know and love. Educational, entertaining and fun, Illi successfully connects what makes him a man to what makes him a superstar with 7750.

Yesterday, Illi blessed the world with more creative genius via his “Footwork” visual. The last video from his 2017 release Windy, “Footwork” is simple but perfect. The HearonTrackz foundation seemed to be made complete by Illi’s unparalleled storytelling until Djedi added some footwork of his own.

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Twista Presents Black Friday with Sunny Woodz and Friends

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Last night, Sunny Woodz made history when he shut down Cairo Ale House headlining his very first showcase.

It is an undisputed fact that no one can bring artists together like Sunny Woodz. Last night, he reminded Chicago of that connecting artists and fans alike at his well-planned and flawlessly executed showcase.

“Twista Presents Black Friday with Sunny Woodz and Friends” was a movie. Divided into three sets, complete with different vibes, the show case had something for everyone. ShaneikaSpeaks hosted the first segment, which was hosted by DJ MightDoSumn. Messiah, FlossMobChase and Murph Watkins were among the performers creating the energy that got things in motion. The second set was a trip around the city piloted by Yo Carlie, with DJ TRell providing the sounds. Jae Haze, Weasel Sims, and Clark Airlines were just of the few of the artists along for the ride. The final set of the show was both hosted and dj’d but Sunny Woodz himself. The anti-socialite saved the best for last, as his line up included Illi, Stunt Taylor, and Lucci Vee.

Sunny Woodz literally shut down Cairo Ale House, with performances up until the very moment they closed. He closed the show performing alongside one of his favorites, Chimeka.

Chicago couldn’t have asked for a better show. Sunny Woodz blurred the lines between artists and fans, allowing those who are all too often on stage a chance to be a part of the audience and cheer on a few of their favorite hometown acts.

The Boy Illinois’ 90/94 Freestyle

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The Boy Illinois is a busy bee these days. The lyricist is preparing to headline his first show since the debut of his latest effort Windy, he just announced that he’ll be performing with Jay Electronica on February 1 and yesterday he premiered his latest visual, “90/94 Freestyle.”

Yet another reminder that Illi is never too busy to represent the city he calls home “90/94 Freestyle” was filmed, in part, in a car on the expressway. The joint effort with fellow Chicagoan YP (aka Backwood Jones) feels a lot like theme music.

The Boy Illinois is Dancing Like Diddy

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What’s a better way to celebrate signing a record deal and celebrate a hip hop mogul, than cutting a step? According to The Boy Illinois, there isn’t a better way. Today the Chicago native debuted his newest visual “Dancing Like Diddy.”

Filmed in hometown and just as much fun as the song, “Dancing Like Diddy” was directed by Jay Mavas. The visual includes blue skies, Illi literally dancing in the street and performance scenes straight out of a 90’s Bad Boy artist’s video.

“Dancing Like Diddy” is The Boy Illinois’s first release since anouncing he signed with Priority Records one month ago.

New Music from The Boy Illinois

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Busy is an understatement when it comes to The Boy Illnois. The lyricist is back on the road with fellow Chicagoan Lupe Fiasco and announced that he will release new music every week. So far so good today, Illi reflected on his latest release “Memories”.

The lyrical stroll down memory lane was produced by Cartier Jones and quite possibly has the dopest cover art ever. Two minutes and 21 seconds of what life was like before tours with Lupe and scores of fans. 

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