Chicago native Kid Sister has officially inked a deal with independent label Downtown Records, home to Brooklyn MC Mos Def and duo Gnarls Barkley. The female MC has enjoyed a considerable buzz over the past few months with the release of her Kanye West assisted single “Pro Nails” and a string of high-profile performances at festivals such as Lollapalooza and Coachella. Her debut album, KoKo B. Ware is scheduled for release this summer through Downtown. “Their roster is impeccable and the attitude at the company is so relaxed and cool,” Kid Sister said of her new recording home. “I don't wanna call them an indie and definitely won't call them a major but still they've got some serious muscle. They're just that rare, perfect fit you always dream about...like a fancy pair of jeans!” The femcee is scheduled to make an appearance tomorrow (February 28) on MTV’s TRL as part of their “Spankin' New Ladies Week.”

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