Tag Archives: Midwest

Royce Da 5’9″ gives a Cardiak produced “freestyle” the visual treatment on “Son Of Greg”.  The video features a cameo from Jalen Rose and a little promo for Joe Budden’s upcoming Total Slaughter battle against Hollow Da Don.

St. Louis rapper Tef Poe drops the visuals to his powerful single “Dear Mr. Scarface”. Addressing  both the game and Mr. Brad Jordan by name, Tef speaks on truths that are often overlooked in today’s bling crazed rap world.  As the single gains momentum on blogs and hip hop sites across the country the St. Louis native is preparing to …

Lil Herb is one of the hottest artists in the “Drill music” scene. Frequently collaborating with Lil Bibby and a guest verse on Nicki Minaj’s “Chiraq” have catapulted the teenager to new heights. He releases his new video “Just Bars” and it fits the billing as there in no hook on this one.

XXL Freshman cover alum Vic Mensa continues to release new music. His later offering “Major Payne” will be featured on his forthcoming “Street Lights” EP.

St. Louis hip hop is thriving under the influence of the new breed of emcees from the city. Leading the pack is the aggressive T Dubb O. With his Bo Dean and Freeway assisted single “Wadup” putting the internet in a frenzy we take a look at the visuals to his recently released “U Mad” single. Check out the music …

Jilla! Always a pleasure talking with you and for our viewers who are hearing about you for the first time go ahead and let them know where you from? I was born and raised in Rockford, IL. I’m originally from the south side of town (Lincoln Ave). I lived on just about every side of town, so I pretty much …

Chase Baby is making a name for himself as one of the most consistent songwriters of the new school. With a style that morphs to fit any style of production and a penchant for leaning toward the lyrical side it’s easy to see this kid has skills. Match those traits with his impeccable work ethic and his energetic stage presence …

Windy City resident Vic Mensa delivers his dance inspired track “Down On My Luck”. Stefan Ponce provides the backdrop for Mensa to do his thing.

To say that “Brougham Trunk Music: The Mixtape”  is for the streets would be an understatement. Club ready production and grimy raps are the standard on this one. Hosted by Dj Pain 1 complete with Coast to Coast drops and produced by O.G.N. the project bangs. Never reaching out of the comfort zone of chasing money (MOB), weed (Reggie Man), …

The New Standard is a live, interactive webshow dedicated to topics of DIY (do it yourself) music business and the new music industry. Our show is hosted by platinum producer “DJ Pain 1” and Getyourbuzzup.com president “Mr Get Your Buzz Up.”