interview

K’Valentine: Here For A Reason

Chicago: The City of Broad Shoulders. Its inhabitants are inherently tough. Since the days of prohibition the city has been rife…

9 years ago

From the Vault: J. Cole

In the summer of 2010 I covered my first Lollapalooza at Grant Park in Chicago. The line up featured headliners…

9 years ago

The Ol’ Days: Crepes & Mild Sauce

Ki’ of NC and Rookie Chi are The Ol’ Days. Both men wear different hats for the group, Ki’ is…

9 years ago

O.C.: Same Moon Same Sun

In 1994 O.C. came onto the scene with the hit single “Time’s Up.” The song was filled with so many…

9 years ago

IMAKEMADBEATS: Better Left Unsaid

IMAKEMADBEATS is a mysterious character. He chooses to play the background personally but his music is far from reserved. His…

9 years ago

A Conversation with Lord Sear

DJ Lord Sear wears many hats in Hip-Hop. He’s a DJ, producer, and vocalist. He’s worked with some of the…

9 years ago

From the Vault: Sean Price (Random Axe)

This week we celebrate the birthday of the late Sean Price. Sean was one of my favorite people to interview…

9 years ago

M-Dot: Ego and the Enemy

Massachusetts emcee M-Dot loves the art of rap. His passion for the game is evident in his lyrics and in…

9 years ago

Mahogany Jones: Sugar Water

Mahogany Jones is an activist, an educator, and an artist. A former four-time 106 & Park Freestyle Fridays champion Mahogany…

9 years ago

Vic Spencer: The Ghost of Living

One of the best lyricists in Hip-Hop currently is Chicago’s own Vic Spencer. His music is not reminiscent of Chicago’s…

9 years ago