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LLG Siicx

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Some artists have a way of drawing inspiration from life experience. LLG Siicx is one of those artists.

Chicago native LoeLyfeGang Siicx has been rapping since he was 13. Despite seeing the hardships of those around him, Siicx fostered his talent, understanding that he has something special. Though it wasn’t until recently that Siicx took his own talent.

In the last two years, Siicx has released four music videos, two of which in the last two weeks. He has also been featured on a number of compilation mixtapes. Siicx is now working to complete his debut mixtape slated to be released at some point this summer.

BADBOY VT

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As it appears BADBOY VT is on a roll. The Chicago based rapper has released three successful visuals in the last seven months.

BADBOY VT is a voice of the people. The rapper who is from the Garfield Park neighborhood of Chicago, raps not only to escape the hardships of his own life, but to inspire others who maybe enduring their own hardships.

After being released from prison in 2019, BADBOY VT started to take his escape more seriously. Through 2019, VT gained significantly notariety and appears to be charging full speed ahead in 2020.

BADBOY VT’s mixtape, Badboy Lifestyle, is slated to be rreleased in October. Fans can expect the project to be a “rule book to the streets.”

In the meantime, the best way to get familiar with BADBOY VT is through his videos “Momma I’m Sorry,” “Voices,” and “Emotional Wreck.” All three songs convey VT’s experiences in the street. Raw, real, and relatable the three songs are indicative of VT’s signature sound.

Gerry P Tha DJ’s Not Meant For Radio

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2020 has been a hell of a year and it’s only March. With some places in the world on complete lockdown, nothing is more necessary than an escape. For those who aren’t interested in risking contracting Covid-19 for an escape Gerry P The DJ has the answer with Not Meant For Radio.

Not Meant For Radio is a compilation of artists that listeners won’t find anywhere else. The mixtape is a combination a male and female hip-hop and r’n’b artists. Not Meant For Radio provides a variety of sounds from predominantly Chicago based artists who Gerry P Tha DJ felt deserved the platform.

The Stack or Starve approved mixtape certainly won’t be everyone’s cup of tea, but it’s sure to be someone’s Hennessy straight. While all the nonessential workers are chilling at club “The Crib” Not Meant For Radio can serve as the soundtrack.

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Co Money and Mark Lark are Team Lark

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As the new year rapidly approaches music new comer Co Money has a lot to celebrate. After introducing the world to a version of himself with his first mixtape The Reinvention earlier in 2019, Co Money joined forces with his brother Mark Lark for Team Lark, officially released last Wednesday.

Cleverly named after Co Money and Mark Lark, Team Lark is comprised of six tracks. While the songs cover an array of subjects, the title of every song is related to Co Money’s first love: basketball. According to him, every athlete wants to be a rapper an vice versa. He and Mark Lark have had the opportunity to do both as well as be involved in street life. When asked to describe this mixtape Co Money said, “Team Lark is a metaphor. Me and my brother in this dynamic duo EP is basically the concept of the hustle; the art of streets mixed in with basketball.”

“I Can’t Wait” is the lead single from Team Lark and the video is out now.

Rudeboi Moneybagz Wants It All or Nothing

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For an artist, there are very few ways to celebrate your birthday better than debuting new music. Just ask Rudeboi Moneybagz. Following a highly successful listening party and his birthday, he gave the world All or Nothing.

All or Nothing can safely be described as versatile street music. Regardless of if you’re rapping, trapping, or working a nine to five, All or Nothing has something you can appreciate. The 16 track effort leaves nothing to be desired.

Rudeboi Moneybagz put his talent in the spotlight, but not without the assistance of some equally talented friends. JmoefrmdaBAM, Mack, and Baddie C are among those who lent lyrics to All or Nothing.

Over the weekend, Rudeboi Moneybagz stepped his game up even further premiering the visual for his latest single “Pressure” featuring Kd Young Cocky.

All or Nothing

Gerry Pointer Jr. of BootCamp Radio presents Bedtime

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After the successful release of his first quarter compilation, it only made sense for Gerry Pointer Jr. to do it again. The Chicago based media master mind released Gerry Pointer Jr. of BootCamp Radio presents Bedtime Second Quarter Mixtape.

Bedtime is a completey rnb mixtape hosted by I Am DJ Speedy and featuring some of the dopest rnb acts from the city. Bedtime is 16 tracks of some the sexiest and most soulful voices in Chicago. Bedtime opens with an introduction recorded by MicJaay. Aye’Ziz, Audrey Valentine, XR, and D Millz all contributed their talents to Bedtime and represented Chicago in the best possible way.

Bedtime serves as a reminder that Gerry Pointer Jr. does not miss a beat. The easiest way to stay in the loop is to stay in tune with Gerry Pointer Jr.

Bedtime

Dev Walker Remixes Envy Me

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Fans have been holding their collect breath since Dev Walker’s March release Wait A Dev Minute. Today, they can all breathe a sigh of relief as Dev debuts the first visual, “Envy Me.”

“Envy Me” is a fan favorite, garnering more spins than anything other song on the mixtape. Dev Walker’s “Envy Me” remix is almost as beloved as 147 Calboy’s original, proving that no matter how many artists come out of Chicago, the city is never in any short supply of talent.

The minute and 23 second visual was filmed by LB Vision. Far from the Dev Walker who stole the hearts of women across the city singing at the Millennium Tour back in April. The bat wielding performer delivers flawless vocals with the precision of a rapper. Reestablishing himself as on of the most talented artists on the rise.

Don Anderson Gives Out Free Smoke

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Mr. Untouchable is a rather accurate moniker for Don Anderson and his new mixtape is proof. In just under 40 minutes, Don Anderson established exactly why no one else can do what he does with his latest release Free Smoke.

Just as Mr. Untouchable is befitting of Don Anderson, Free Smoke is the perfect title for his new mixtape. Free Smoke is a 16 track compilation of some of Chicago’s most notable and up and coming artists. G Herbo, 147 Calboy, and FBG Duck, just to name a few.

Free Smoke features a versatile array of artists and producers reiterating that Chicago’s hip hop scene is just a diverse as the city is. Free Smoke is evident that there’s likely a place for every artist who knows who create their own lane and stay there.

Free Smoke

Gerry P. Presents Chicago Loud: The 1st Quarter Mixtape

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Without a doubt Chicago is city riddle with versatility. The city’s music scene and hip-hop culture especially is evident of that. And no one is more familiar with that than Gerry Pointer Jr.

Known for having his finger on the pulse of Chicago’s hip-hop scene, Gerry P. provides one of the most notable platforms for artists with Bootcamp Radio. Gerry P. took that a step further and released Chicago Loud: The 1st Quarter Mixtape.

Chicago Loud is a 15 track compilation of artists from all over the city. Hosted by DJ Speedy and mixed live, Chicago Loud is positively themed music from a city that gains way too much attention for negativity. Though some of the music sounds very similar, Chicago Loud is breath of fresh air.

Chicago Loud