Twista

For over a decade, beloved rapper, Twista, has been captivating millions with his natural talent, kinetic flow, crisp rhymes and magnetic charisma. Always relevant, the Chicago native remains at the top of his game, despite an ever-evolving industry and a new wave of artists emerging daily. . More...

Big Gigantic

Big Gigantic, whose blend of mind-bending beats, thunderous bass, and frenetic melodies has developed a rabid following since forming in 2008, has taken their sound to yet another dimension with the release of their newest album 'Nocturnal' (available now for FREE download at www.biggigantic.net). More...

JC Brooks & the Uptown Sound

With their forthcoming release Howl (out 5/21) JC Brooks & the Uptown Sound enters the next chapter of its soul sound evolution. In December 2012, the band holed up at Hotel2Tango Studio in Montreal to work with producer Howard Bilerman (Arcade Fire, Wolf Parade, Godspeed You! Black Emperor) and dove headfirst into previously unfamiliar sonic territories and tough-yet-transfixing lyrical matter. By approaching the new album with this direct and free outlook, what began with the raw soul of 2011’s Want More advances in new, exciting directions. More...

Buzz points

• Short runs and spot dates planned first half of 2010
• Featured in the Chicago Tribune, Chicago Magazine, TimeOut Chicago and the Chicago Sun-Times
• Appeared on WGN-TV and BBC 6, and WFMU
• "The Uptown Sound is the real deal."—Chicago Tribune

Chuck Inglish

Chuck Inglish is best known as the reserved half of the Cool Kids. With a relaxed rapping style and an interesting lyrical foundation in his verses, it probably shocks most that he is also a very talented producer. His tracks have been related to summer jams from the 80’s and with no sampling noted to date, he draws his audience mostly from the Chicago and LA rap fans. More...

The American Dollar

The American Dollar is a New York City based duo comprised of John Emanuele and Richard Cupolo. They have released five full length albums, three eps and three full length deductive remix albums since beginning work on this project in the summer of 2005. A 100% DIY project from writing and production to their label and distribution, their hard work has brought them an impressive and expanding worldwide following. More...