By: Bekoe In our latest episode, we sat down with Battle Rapper and music artist Tru Foe. We delved into his early experiences with creating music and how he first got introduced to battle rapping. Tru Foe shared with us his first experience in a rap battle and the process behind it. He also gave us valuable insights into the world of battle rap, not just in Chicago but in the entire Midwest. Tru Foe's writing ability was also a topic of discussion as we delved into his first two projects, "Drill Music For The Soul" and "TruNorth." He mentioned that these albums were not just ..read more

By: Bekoe Chicago's Southside native, Jody PrHOEvocative, made a captivating appearance on Illanoize Radio to delve into the mission of her groundbreaking podcast, Prhoevocative. With a passion for breaking down the stigmas surrounding sex and championing women's empowerment, Jody shares her journey to becoming a certified sexologist and pleasure advocate. Additionally, she introduces her latest role as a cast member on 'The Never Ever Mets,' a compelling reality TV show currently airing on OWN TV. Watch our latest conversation below via Youtube and subscribe, or stream the audio on you ..read more

By: GroovNuke Chicago artist/producer tandem S.Dot and Chase N Dough came throughiLLSOUND Radio to chop it up with the crew.  The two of them have respected years in the game and  are currently in the works of their new project. They sat down with us to speak on the the upcoming works, legacy, navigating in the trenches and much more.  Spread the NOiZE and connect with S.Dot and Chase N Dough to stay in tune with their latest!  ..read more

By: GroovNuke Entrepreneur Mia Lipsey came through iLLSOUND Radio to chop it up with the crew.  A few topics of discussion was her private rental company, Adeniyi Enterprises, what it takes to be a boss and much more. Check out our interview below and learn something today. Spread the NOiZE and remember, it's going down on iLLSOUND! Subscribe to iLLANOiZE Youtube channel to stay connected with more content coming from the team. If you need you a car rental when you're in the city the connect with Mia to get situated  ​https://www.adeniyienterprise.com ..read more

By: GroovNuke The simplicity of Larry June's rhymes makes his a fit a mood music.  The west coach native gets to talking that luxury talk of 'Imported Couches', right from an imported couch. It is almost as if he finds a unique item and gets to flowing about his discovery of a pristine outlook of living. Every time you see him as of late, it is with something signature.  Spread the NOiZE and check into Larry June's latest, also equipped with a visual. Download the single on your preferred platform using the link below.  Stream/Download 'Imported Couches ..read more

By: Dj First Class It's always a good day when we get some new music from J. Cole --- especially when it's a surprise. The North Carolina MC has always been a problem in the booth and as the years go by, his pen game gets sharper and sharper. His new album, Might Delete Later, currently has the internet in shambles for a couple reasons. One being that it's Jermaine Cole and it's always a big deal any time he drops. Two, his critically acclaimed Kendrick Lamar diss serving as the outro to the album.  So I listened to 7 minute drill. And cole is dissin Kendrick way more than the qu ..read more

By: GroovNuke Chicago's own G Herbo has been keeping things steady, working, rapping, and getting back to the craft following the release of Strictly for My Fans 2 in 2023.  Right here, he is back with his second single of the year, 'Subject', which follows the earlier 'Get In With Me' freestyle. He opens up the visual shot by Diamond Visuals sitting down on The Skinbone Show. After Skinbone asked a few questions, G Herbo urged him to change the subject, and the rest was history from there.  G Herbo has been in the game for over a decade now, and he is still finding ways to reinve ..read more

By: GroovNuke Towards the course of last year, Freebandz artist Doe Boy had the world ringing off to 'Way Too Long', which was featured on an Apple commercial that was showing on just about every commercial break.  Moving forward with some nice momentum, he shares a new offering 'Shoulda Coulda Woulda', which is accompanied by the homies and a some short punchlines. You can get in tune with the visual below, via Youtube. Spread the NOiZE and check in with what Doe Boy has going on over the course of the year.  Along with this new drop, be sure to get in tune with 'Distance', which ..read more

By: GroovNuke Credits: Heavybutlite (Photo) / Davey Friday (Design) Chicago's own artist, songwriter, and overall multi-creative LaJé gifts listeners with her first body of work in seven years. Although she has took some time away in releasing project, the works still remained steady. This time, the aim was to show what she's been working on behind the scenes.  Love, In Bloom is right on par with the spring's start, and the release is just as fresh as the season. It consists of five tracks, with featuring Recoechi and Afrocentrik. Soundtrakk, Gold Haze, Dj Kenz, and Jaydot al ..read more

By: Team In this episode, we had the pleasure of sitting down with Kayla Sullers, a talented film director, editor, owner of BBTL (Beauty Beyond The Lens), and instructor. During our interview, Kayla took us on a captivating journey, sharing her story from the beginning to where she is now. She talked about her love for the movie theater in Chicago's Chatham neighborhood and how her curiosity about the movie credits at the end sparked her interest in the film industry.Growing up on the Eastside of Chicago, Kayla attended high school and participated in after-school programs, includ ..read more