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Continuing to rip the mic, Twista returns on the scene with a brand new offering. Today, the Chicago veteran delivers a new freestyle called "Higher" and it features GMG's own Gritz on the hook along with 42 Keez on the music production. Take a listen below and don't forget to leave your comments. 

While his fans impatiently wait for his new project Beauty Behind The Madness   to drop, The Weeknd releases a brand new visual to hold you over called "Tell Your Friends." Directed by Grant Singer and produced by Kanye West, the R&B singer is found lurking in the desert while putting a body to rest. Watch The Weeknd new video "Tell Your Friends" after the jump and don't forget your comments.

Taking us back over a hypnotic jazz production, Twista returns with his pimped out flow for his latest new offering. Its called "However You Want It" and its ready for your enjoyment below. Smoke one.

Every week Vic Mensa hits the net with brand new music and now, the Roc Nation signee continues his run with a new offering. Its called "All That Shines" and its produced by Vic Mensa (himself), Stefan Ponce and Peter Cottontale along with additional production from J. Hill and Om'mas Keith. Take a listen below and don't forget to leave your thoughts and comments. Traffic coming soon. RR

When someone as sexy as Erica Mena steps in your town, you know all the ladies and ballers want to come out to party and last night, everyone did just that when the reality star stopped in Chicago and invaded The Shrine. The event was presented by Susu Barakat and it was hosted by Mr. Rugs. Throughout the night, Erica Mena stood looking gorgeous in VIP, while posing for pics for her fans and photographers. She was also joined by her publicist Deanna Morales along with a host of others.  Meanwhile, its been rumored that Erica has broken up with Bow Wow. but judging by last night, she was having too much fun to think about it. Check out pics below and don't forget to follow Erica at   @iamerica_mena .

Throughout his illustrious career, R&B singer Johnny Gill has been labeled as one of the best male vocalist in the industry and he's also known as a lead singer for New Edition and a member of LSG. Last night (8/20), Johnny Gill joined V103 and the BMOA (Black McDonald Operators Association) for another installment of their Block Party series. The event took place at The Promontory in Chicago's Hyde Park area and it was hosted by V103's Midday radio personality Consuella Williams.  During the event, the R&B legend brought the house down and took the packed crowd down memory lane with songs like "My My My," "There You Go," "Rub You The Right" and a long list of others.  After the jump, watch Johnny perform his latest single "Game Changer" from his 7th studio album.

Normally, Twista is known for ripping up a track with his unique rapid flow but today, the Chi-town legend switches it up a bit as he goes beast mode on Future's "Lay Up." Its produced by Zaytoven and its ready for your enjoyment below. Take a listen and don't forget to leave your comments. FSD

Following his latest single "Church" featuring Chance The Rapper, R&B singer BJ The Chicago Kid returns on the scene with his brand new offering, "That Girl." The new video features OG Maco and it shows off the beautiful Chicago skyline while displaying lyrics and graphic silhouettes. Its taken from BJ's project In My Mind , which is coming out soon. Until then, watch new video after the jump.

Gearing up for the releases of his new project In My Mind , R&B singer BJ the Chicago Kid delivers a brand new offering called "Church." It features Chicago's very own Chance The Rapper and former iamOther artist Buddy. Take a listen after the jump and don't forget your thoughts and comments.

Before hitting the road with his Traffic Tour next week, Chicago's Vic Mensa delivers a new offering to holds his fans over. The track is called "I Been" and its produced by Smoko Ono and Mike Dean. Listen to the track below and don't forget to leave your comments. Cop Mensa's show tickets here .  RR

He's been called the new Michael Jackson of our time and now, Chris Brown has proven why he's the best. Last night, Breezy stopped in Chicago with his One Hell of a Night tour at the Hollywood Casino Amphitheater and from the moment he hit the stage, he didn't disappoint the crowd one bit.  Showcasing great stage production and high-energy choreography, Chris Brown set the stage on fire with his captivating dance moves, performing songs like "Loyal," "Look At Me Now," and others.  Breezy also brought out Kid Ink and French Montana to turn up the crowd with him but the highlight of the night seemed to be, when Chris took the stage dancing to Chief Keef's track "Faneto," which is a Chicago favorite. Watch after the jump and don't forget to leave your thoughts and comments.

Now that the N.W.A. biopic is upon us, four female emcees from Chicago have been inspired by the movie and the group to form a new power movement called W.W.A. The super group consists of Chella H, Katie Got Bandz, Sasha Go Hard, and Lucci Vee and today they release their brand new visual from their upcoming EP, Straight Outta Chicago . Its directed by APJ Films and its produced by DJ Emmaculate. Check the video after the jump and watch the ladies of Chi go hard in the paint.

R&B singer Chisanity is continuing to make moves. He's has been spotted working with R&B singer Trey Songz and now, he's dropping more material of his own. Today, the Chicago artists releases his latest new video called "Creepin." It features the legendary Twista and its directed by Gravitii along with production from Taz Taylor. Take a look after the jump and don't forget to leave your comments.

Keeping it all in the family, Chicago's Chief Keef and Lil Durk delivers their brand new track for the streets called "Young & Reckless." According to FSD , the leak could be taken from an upcoming #GLOTF collaborative project. Until then, check out the track below and don't forget your thoughts. FSD

After years of work, Nicki Minaj has earned her respect in hip hop and has emerged into a superstar. Last night, the "Queen of Rap" stopped in Chicago with her Pink Print tour and she proved why she's reign supreme. The event took place at the Hollywood Casino Amphitheater in Tinley Park and it was packed with over 22.000 screaming fans, who recited every song, word-for-word, during the show.  Showcasing great choreography and stage production, Nicki took the stage and didn't waste no time to get the crowd off its feet with songs like "All Things Go," "Feeling Myself," "Moment 4 Life," and others. Halfway through the show, Nicki came out in a pink dress and performed "Pills n Potions."  Later in the show, Nicki brought out rap duo Rae Sremmurd for their collaborate track "Throw Sum Mo" and she performed "All Eyes On You" with her boyfriend Meek Mill, who was also on the lineup.  Closing out

Time to put the food on the grill because R Kelly got the perfect song for your weekend get-together. Today, the "King of R&B" releases "Back Yard Party" and its taken from his upcoming album Buffet , which is scheduled to drop on September 25th. Take a listen below and don't forget to weigh in. S/o to @ThePhantomDJ

Giving you a little bit of Marvin Gaye's "Sexual Healing," Nelly releases his latest new single called "The Fix." Its features R&B singer Jeremih and its produced by Mike Free and DJ Mustard. Take a listen after the jump and don't forget your thoughts and comments. Available on iTunes August 14.

Two weeks ago, Chance The Rapper took to social media and announced to his fans that we might see a collaborative project on the way from him and Lil B real soon. Well, guess what? The project is finally here and its ready for your enjoyment below. Take a listen and don't forget your comments.

Now that N.W.A. biopic is almost upon us, four female emcees from Chicago have been inspired by the legendary group to join forces and make history of their own. Last night, Chella H, Sasha Go Hard, Katie Got Bandz, and Lucci Vee took to social media and announced that they're teaming up for a new project called Straight Outta Chicago and they will be going under the name "W.W.A." According to FSD , the project is rumored to be dropping via Twista's GMG label with Empire as the distributor. As of now, is no official release date but we hear its set to drop real soon so wait on it.

Last night, Drake was live from the "6" as he closed out his 6th annual OVO Fest, in front of a loud screaming crowd. at the Molson Canadian Amphitheater. Opening the show, Drake hit the stage and took shots at Meek Mill, while displaying a screen full of hilarious memes mocking the Philly rapper. Drizzy also brought out surprise guests Kanye, Future, Pharrell, and more. Watch after the jump.

Now that he's been giving the "Key to the Station" by WGCI , Chicago rapper Lil Durk recently sat down with the Hip Hop and R&B radio station to talk about his debut album Remember My Name . During his visit, he also talked about his life, music career, and the City of Chicago. Watch below.

Always styling with his street game on fleek, Chicago rapper Butta Da Great hits the scene with his latest video off his new mixtape Mr. All I Want Is Money . Its called "Let Me Vent" and its directed by Alvin Elmore. Take a look after the jump and don't forget download Mr. All I Want Is Money today.