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KID STATIC http://www.kidstatic.com/ A rapper/producer from Chicago. Half of the dynamic duo Yea Big + Kid Static. P.S. also saves kittens from burning buildings. Erring on the truly funny side of mean... Static proves himself a worthy contemporary of down-to-earth, grown-man shit-talkers like Murs and Rhymefest...Static has potential to be just the kind of self-aware cynic a frequently over-reverential art form like hip-hop always needs. - Pitchfork (http://www.pitchforkmedia.com/) What is up with Chi-town running things? I don't care what anybody says; Chicago is on top of the rap game right now. Maybe that's part of the reason why Kid Static is so great - it's genetics. -URB (http://www.urb.com/)

PHILLIP MORRIS http://phillipmorris.us/ Chicago born and raised, Phillip Morris has been described as one of the ultimate word smiths of hip-hop (Skope Magazine). Lacking any desire to fit into any hip-hop constructs, Morris focus on the vernacular, the message, and the music, distinguishes him from what many claim is the dire state of contemporary hip-hop. His reputation in Chicagos internationally known music scene is of a well enunciated, articulate, fun, and engaging performer that entertains diverse crowds with complex rhymes and electrifying stage performances.

SECOND CITY CITIZENS www.secondcitycitizens.com Chicagos very own Trifecta of Mic Wreckers, the Second City Citizens, have not slept much in 2011. Since voltroning in 2010, the alternative hip hop trio has toured relentlessly in the Midwestplaying notable shows with Macklemore & Ryan Lewis, C Rayz Walz of Def Jux, Mac Miller, Blueprint, CunninLynguists, Mac Lethal and many others. Emcees Rich Jones, Swords the Ronin and Troy Boy have released a combined 5 projectsfilled to the snapback brim with fun storytelling, clever lyrics and twenty-something sight and soundsheadlined by the compilation album Spliff Notes. With a project with renowned producer Tony Baines (Supertrap) on the horizon, SCC is ready to spread their love for hip hop and energetic live performances to the massesin the Second City and beyond.

KID SLIM www.facebook.com/KidSlimMusic Known for his wittiness and ridiculously clever punchline lines, hip hop / pop artist Kid Slim (John Schneider) has captured the ears of thousands of fans at a record pace. The 6 foot 8 inch Chicago native recently released his freshman album "The Slimstones" and it was nothing short of success, no pun intended. With the buzz generated from "The Slimstones" Kid Slim quickly collabed with many established producers, artists and DJs ranging from Chicago, Atlanta, New York and the UK. Constantly producing hit after hit and line after line, this 18 years old KID truly has an unique gift.

DEZERT EEZE https://www.facebook.com/dezert.eez Dezert Eez, a Kalamazoo, Michigan based Hip Hop Group are the mid west musical weapons holding it down in a time where music has been diluted by catchy corny hooks and verses that hold no weight with the world. Members 5 Star Avenja (Michael Williams); Ron ONill (Jerron Mosely); and Nivek (Kevin Williams) have become diamonds in the rough of mainstream music. Deriving the group name from the weapon of choice during war, the three also took a liking to the name since their Midwest region was also like a desert when it comes to Hip Hop.