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The violence that's happening in Chicago is well documented. There have been countless documentaries, music releases and reports of what's going in the area, but some hip-hop artists are thinking bigger by fighting back and campaigning against the violence...

Chicago's own Dreezy is quickly rising as a fresh-faced talent after her release of Schizo caught people's attention. For her first high-profile single, Dreezy grabs veteran Common and R&B crooner Ross Augusta for "No Good," which has a lot of potential to be a big hit...

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On this day, May 23rd, in hip-hop history... 2005: Thirteen years and five albums immersed into his professional maturation as a deeply respected lyricist, the culmination of Common's proficiency as an inspired narrator of the intricacies of everyday life was successfully presented in spectacular fashion on what would be his sixth and most significant studio album to date, Be. Nearl...

Common is definitely putting on for his city. For the cover of his new album Nobody’s Smiling, the Chicago rapper headed back home and enlisted help from some of the city’s up and coming talent for the shoot. According to Fake Shore Drive rappers such as King Louie, Lil Herb, G Count, KD Young Cocky, Dreezy and XXL Freshman Lil Bibby were out to show support. The vet...

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Common is putting his words into action when it comes to helping out the youth. Yesterday, he hit the airwaves of CNN to speak about his appearance on a recent episode of CNN’s documentary series “Chicagoland” and his commitment to help Chicago’s youth. “I feel like it’s m...

With recent news of Ryan Lewis launching his 30/30 Project, an HIV awareness foundation, XXL couldn't help but think of all the other hip-hop heads that are down for a cause. From scholarships to self empowerment, rappers are surely not slipping when it comes to giving back. ...