theWHOevers Go All In on New Track "G4B"
I've been a champion of theWHOevers sound and style since the early days of the decade. "G4B", their latest release, sums up everything I love about the duo of JE$$E and Lloyd Dotdot. From the opening snare, this one is a banger. It's got the nostalgic boom-bap that has become a foundation of theWHOevers' sound, without being stale or stuck in the past -thanks in large part to the balance of Dot's rap with JE$$E's harmonizing. They approach the record differently, but cohesively, communicating the urgency and penning a letter of sorts to the music. In a way, "G4B" feels like a renewal of vows, once again pledging their devotion to the music. This is definitely a marriage I can get behind.
https://soundcloud.com/thewhoevers/g4b
[Songs of the Day] 2/11/14 (Feat. Wiz Khalifa, Klaxons, The Black Lips and more)
Tuesday got a healthy dose of new music, and we have all of it gathered here for you once again for our 'songs of the day'. Starting things off is the honky-tonk sounds of Denny & The Jets with "Mexican Coke" and Klaxons with their heavy-handed dream pop arrangement in "Children of the Sun". Vic Mensa capitalized on a successful tour with Disclosure by releasing a freestyle over the UK duo's track "When A Fire Starts to Burn" off their album, Settle, and fellow Chicagoans Roman Flowrs and Donnie Trumpet teamed up over a Cam Osteen-produced beat in the soulful "Lake Shore Drive" and theWHOevers round out the middle of the map, offering up a J Dilla tribute in "Sooner or Later". Lil Boosie teases his post-prison plans, getting together with Boston George and Future on "Rich Off Lean" while Mr. Carmack gives listeners a new groove in his instrumental, "Free Baby" and Kelis returns with a new song in "Rumble". Yumi Zouma's “A Long Walk Home For Parted Lovers” gets a remix from Wild Nothings, Harry Fraud remixes JOYWAVE's "Tongues" and we get new tracks from The Black Lips, Beverly, Wiz Khalifa and a talented newcomer in Barney Bones. Check it all out, streaming below.
Track of the Day: Bevery: "Honey Do"
Denny & The Jets: “Mexican Coke”
Roman Flowrs: “Lake Shore Drive” (Feat. Donnie Trumpet) (Prod. by Cam Osteen)
Vic Mensa: "When A Fire Starts To Burn Freestyle"
Klaxons: “Children of the Sun”
theWHOevers: “Sooner or Later” (J Dilla Tribute)
Mr. Carmack: “Free Baby”
Boston George: “Rich Off Lean” (Feat. Lil Boosie & Future)
Kelis: “Rumble”
JOYWAVE: “Tongues” (Harry Fraud Remix):
Yumi Zouma: “A Long Walk Home For Parted Lovers” (Wild Nothing remix)
Beverly: “Honey Do”
Barney Bones: “Crash N’ Burn”
The Black Lips: “Justice After All”
Wiz Khalifa: “We Dem Boys”
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Top Chicago Rappers of 2013
Chicago hip-hop has enjoyed a certain popularity increase over the past couple of years. Where 2012 saw the rise of Chief Keef and "Drill", 2013 brought about a new flavor as listeners from across the country, initially hooked by the drill sound, began to explore the vibrantly eclectic different sides of the city and variety of sounds that make up what is the flourishing Chicago scene today. With seemingly everyone's eyes on the Midwest and so many talented artist rising from the area, we decided to compile a list of the top hip-hop artists from Chicago that had the biggest years in 2013. We based our decisions off of releases, co-signs, shows/tours and general influence throughout to put together who we thought had the best top to bottom 12 month cycles since this time last year. You may not agree with all of our decisions, so let us know in the comments. Without further ado, I give you the Chicago's hip-hop artists that elevated their game the most in 2013.
[Video] theWHOevers: "Burn"
theWHOevers, the Chicago hip hop duo of J. Arthur and DotKom, have been on a roll as of late. The pair dropped their latest project, Ridin' Waves at the end of October and have been steadily dropping supporting visuals and interviews, last week appearing on local radio and J. Arthur was featured last week with the release of ShowYouSuck's Dude Bro album which featured the part-time rapper/producer's synth-filled beat behind Show's gritty voice on the lead single, "80s Boobs".
Yesterday, theWHOevers release the long-awaited video for their track burn. Shot by talented Chicago director Jeremy Frank (Lili K's "Interlude"), it is a montage of the past few months of theWHOevers year, chronicling them working on Ridin' Waves, coasting through Logan Square in the summer months, playing a set at Schuba's and more, all brought together with artistically appealing shots of local dancer Lauren McCarthy who adds a mystique of silent beauty to the track, accentuating the title with appropriate cigarette use. Check out the full video for theWHOevers song "Burn" here below and be sure to make it out to Lincoln Hall in Chicago this weekend to celebrate the release of Ridin' Waves.
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[Album] theWHOevers: "Ridin' Waves"
At long last the latest offering from DotKom and J. Arthur, better known as theWHOevers out of Chicago, is here with their latest release Ridin' Waves which hit an Internet near you today. The album, a follow-up to 2012s well-received RedTape somewhat chronicles the last year for the duo, as the songs veer from sultry jazz measures (Bonus track with Lili K) to D.jbari's production on several tracks, to the West Coast-induced sound of Bambu's production on tracks such as "Mean". The ever-present Netherfriends also makes the production credits, helping to open things up with the lead track on the project, "No Waves". Check out the album below and be sure to stay tuned to RH for more to come from theWHOevers.
[Video] theWHOevers Live at Schuba's
theWHOevers graced the Schuba's stage August 24 as part of Closed Session's show with Evidence and George Sol of Sol Films was on hand to catch all the action. The place was rocking and theWHOevers held it down. Watch the video below and keep an eye out for their second album, Ridin' Waves, due out in October.
http://youtu.be/gwwINbujTLU
[RH Contest] Win a pair of tickets to Closed Sessions Live feat. Evidence
On August 24th, Closed Sessions Live will be returning to Schubas. Headlining the show is Evidence (Dilated Peoples), with support from Giftz and theWHOevers and DJ Rude One and DJ RTC spinning. The show's shaping up to be a good one just in time for those going back to school. To commemorate the event, we've teamed up with Closed Sessions to give away a pair of tickets to the show. All you have to do is tweet Ruby Hornet your favorite Evidence (or Dilated Peoples) song! Winners will be announced on August 8th.
theWHOevers: "Timeout"
theWHOevers have been running a monthly series for awhile now and the record "Timeout" is their latest release from the WHOwednesdays. A great track to play during the holidays, theWHOevers come correct once again with another solid effort before they start pushing their forthcoming project.