With Hip Hop being more blinged out, money hungry and soft as ever, its kinda refreshing to hear a dope lyricist spit pure venom for a real reason. And thats exactly what Chicago Native/Arizona transplant Rusty Chains does. With Caylee Anthony's Revenge, he tackles the case of Casey Anthony, the Bitch (this Site ain't owned by NBC News)that was found not guilty of first-degree murder, aggravated manslaughter, and aggravated child abuse in the 2008 death of her daughter Caylee.
Rusty Chains - Caylee Anthonys Revenge by Rusty Chains

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Only weeks into 2012 and J. Nolan hits us off with another dope project! He is quickly becoming a favorite over here at The Fresh Spot! This time he links up with Reese Jones, an 18 year-old producer from Virginia Beach, VA who is currently attending Howard University. This dope 5 song EP is said to have been completed in a span of about 9 days....and it is dope!! J. Nolan is a cross between Nas, Common, Eminem all in one! Peep the joints and get on board!

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The Middle Ground crew, which consists of Prime, Loose Cannon, Kwote1, Sarcastik, Adoff, James Heated, Johnny Telfon, Chase Enriquez, and Outbreak hits us off with heat in the form of a brand new 10 track album for FREE!!



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FLY PIG presents...

RHYMEFEST
QWEL & MAKER
ANG 13
ROBUST with OLD IRVING
NUMBER 2 & WHITE JESUS
COJACK

DJs RUDE ONE & AMBIDECKSTRIKS
Hosted by MATLOCK

Saturday February 4th, 2012

@ Subterranean
2011 W. NorthAve, Chicago IL

Doors @ 8:30/ Show starts @ 9:00
17 and over
$15

http://www.facebook.com/events/227874417293146/

RHYMEFEST:
Few rappers can brag about defeating the lyrical wizard Eminem in one breath, and in the next, stake claim to music’s most coveted prize - a Grammy Award. Che Smith is a revolutionary artist, writer, and activist. The South Side Chicago native has been a trailblazer in music, television, and politics. 2 time Scribble Jam emcee battle winner Rhymefest came into the national spotlight after co-writing "Jesus Walks" with his childhood comrade Kanye West. Venturing into politics, 'Fest ran for Alderman of the 20th Ward in Chicago in 2010. A vocaladvocate for Hip Hop artists worldwide, he once sippedtea with David Cameron and invited the future British Prime Minister to go clubbingwith him. He has also appearedon Last Call with Carson Daly, ABC’s Jimmy Kimmel Live and even voiced a puppeton Comedy Central’s Crank Yankers. http://www.ElChetheMovement.com

QWEL & MAKER:
Recognized internationally as one of the most skilled and innovative lyricists since Hip-Hop’s inception, Qwel is not your average ambiguous applause monger. Producer Maker has spent the past 12 years honing his production talent, releasing a barrage of albums/45s/remixes, and spending a lion’s share of his non-studio time on the road. Partnering together on The Harvest marked the beginning of a collaboration, the depth of which we’re only now beginning to understand. Qwel & Maker later collaborated for the album So Be It. The critical success of this album led the duo to make their occasional collaboration official with their 3rd album Owl on Galapagos4.
http://www.qwelandmaker.com/blog/

Rhymefest - One Hand Push Up:

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SouthSide Chicago representer & Galapagos4 artist, He.llsent links up with The Covert Empire behind the lens to bring us the latest visuals for an ill banger from Sent's upcoming mixtape. More info on the release coming soon!


He.llsent
Covert Empire

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After many dope videos & singles, Seel finally drops his long awaited Fresh To Def release.

Tracklist:
1. Fresh To Def
2. Curtis Mayfield (SF!)
3. Light It Up
4. Unfamiliar Faces (Shiest Friends Part 1.)
5. Bring It Back (feat. Xprsn & Werm One)
6. Early Morning
7. Times Up
8. Had Enough (F.M.L. Pt. 7)
9. Keep It Tight

http://seelfresh.info/

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Chicago's own, Kwote1 comes through and hits us off with a banger track with visuals. The track is produced by Grim Reaperz(Enemy Soil) off their upcoming album, with cutz by Chinch33.


http://www.facebook.com/kwote1

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Wordsworth comes through with heat for the winter to hold us down while he puts the final touches on his upcoming album dropping sometime in 2012 with a prejected release date for January.
Wordsworth - No Need To Explain [Prod by Thir[13]teen] by wordsworth

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Galapagos 4's Hellsent finally hits us off with visuals from one of the many bangers from his late 2010 release, False Profit. The song, Interlude Style may last for just over one minute, but combination of Hell's furious bars and DJ Alo's thick head nodding production will leave long lasting effects!

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'So Sick', a music video from KidKing and AceSo, puts a staple in the Chicago music scene. KidKing a driven artist from Chicago demonstrates in the video that his bars are unmatchable to any upcoming artist. AceSo and KidKing drop punch lines such as “Number 1, just cause we the shit don’t make us number 2” that leave the listener no choice but to remember this artist. KidKing and AceSo members of Chicago’s SICKLIFE prove that they are a group that needs more attention for all the talent and potential each member has. “So Sick” will be released on KidKing’s mixtape, “King of the Jungle” and AceSo’s mixtape, “Minimum Wage Millionaire.” KidKing will also be featured on the mixtape dropping by Chicago production group, The Odd Couple, which features Emilio Rojas, Laws, Mikkey Halsted, and a handful of others.


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Late 2011 limited edition project from Co$$ aka Cash Us King. Features production from The Late Bloomers' Really Nathan & Ah:zell(Ah:Really?), zuCYDE, Abnormal, M.I.C., Sylence, DJ Insite & The Soul Academy. Features include Thurz (formerly of U-N-I), Sene, Boog Brown, Fonz-E Mak, Drekkid & Blame One.

Also, peep the the track, Angels Sing, which features J. Nolan, an up & coming emcee with much promise. Listen close as he kills the 2nd verse.


http://paidthecoss.bandcamp.com/

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Sense Hernandez gets behind the lens once again to handle the visuals for a new video from Scheme's 2010 release, Same Rebel, New Cause.
Astonish & Scheme pay tribute to the D.I.T.C. classic "The Enemy" featuring BIG L & Fat Joe produced by DJ Premier. Living Comfortable is a new track from Astonish off "The AstonishinglyODD Project". Scheme's "Life That I Chose" e.p. is also out now. Both projects available on iTunes & free download.

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Scheme hits us again with a project straight from the heart. Chicago based producer Slot-A handles the entire production on this just released 6 song e.p. Life That I Chose is available on iTunes and most digital retailers for the low price of $5.94.

"And to all my young supporters who may not be able to buy it, or to those going through some hard times and don’t have the money to purchase it, here’s a FREE LINK to the album courtesy of Modern-Notoriety.com – All we ask is that you spread the word on it, and if you LIKE it and have the funds for it at a later time, to support it. Thanks, Scheme"

Also peep the Sense Hernandez (Beast Factory Films) directed visuals for that track, Hello (What Up?) [feat. Astonish].

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After releasing 2008’s “From Now Until Forever”, Astonish returns with a vengeance. The “AstonishinglyOdd Project” is a powerful 15 song album which truly captures the range an artist like Astonish embodies. He took a couple years to hone his already trademark sound and elevated it to another plateau.

Astonish has found an incredible balance between melody and lyricism; never sacrificing one for the other. The “AstonishinglyOdd Project” is filled with life stories, punch lines, witty lyricism, and melodic hooks. Astonish demonstrates why he’s one of the best young lyricists in Hip-Hop today. From the very beginning of the album you feel his clear cut flow hitting every pocket of the track like a true professional. This album has something for everyone.

“Trees” finds Astonish explaining the ups and the downs of these past couple of years over Odd Couple production. He recounts on lost friendships, chasing the dreams, and the strength of his family; yet he manages to tie it all in together with an incredible hook that will not easily leave your mind after you listen to it. On “ Shine Like Dilla” (the first single from the album), Astonish brings forth lyricism and melody in a way only a few can do. Punch line after punch line, this song will captivate the Hip-Hop listener, and the hook will demonstrate the range in Astonish’s song writing abilities. From “Fill Up the Room” to “Living Comfortable”, Astonish does an impeccable job at creating music anyone can feel and enjoy.

Astonish may have taken a couple years off to create this project, but he’s back like he never missed a beat.

Also peep the video for Lord Forgive Me. Song produced by Jay Vega. Video directed, filmed & edited by Sense Hernandez for Beast Factory Films.

Youtube Link

The AstonishinglyODD Project is now available on iTunes & Amazon. The album is also available as a FREE DOWNLOAD courtesy of Astonish & Molemen Records. Enjoy.

Astonish - The AstonishinglyODD Project by Molemen

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Official music video for "Stay Fresh" by Codename Ghost

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A 15-track mixtape masterpiece of music written by two lyrical genius'
that answer to the name of Ill Legit & JR Blac, otherwise known as
Black On Black Rhyme. This combination of sincere lyricism and
authenticity is worthy of being labeled an album and far exceeds the
purpose of a mixtape. Featuring production from Denmark Vessey of
Crown Nation w/ Quelle Chris, Dario Ecks, Dj Alo, DJ Moppy & more,
this is a must-have.



http://blackonblackrhyme.bandcamp.com/

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12 Finger Dan & B-Base [Soulbrotha] combine forces with 2 of Flushing Queens NY's best, The Mad Scientist Large Professor & Nutso to bring you a taste of the gritty Hip Hop! Visuals by Ali Charlemagne!


This single is off The Connexion EP currently available on iTunes/Amazon right now!
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Peep the visuals for Robust's new single from the upcoming "Filling In The Potholes" release dropping soon on Galapagos4 Records. Stay tuned for more info on the upcoming project!

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