Free Mixtape | DJ Asiatic - NEVER SOLD CRACK

This past Thursday at the Darkroom Visual, Klip Art Studios, and CMP teamed up to celebrate the release of NEVER SOLD CRACK, a mixtape by DJ Asiatic.

The night saw performances by Detroit Metro Area Abrasive Method, Que B.I.L.L.A.H, Scheme & Astonish, and of course Visual himself. Let's not forget DJ Scend who backed up all the acts.

It was overall a great night with the performances, and the other Chicago artists in attendance. CMPtv and Klip Art will be releasing video and pics very soon.

Enough talk.....its time for you to download the mix tape. If you've never heard Visual before, this is a good chance to sample his work. In a sea of rappers talking about "jukin hoes" and "Party Party", Visual brings a positive message to his music. A message of believing in yourself and not just following your dreams, but making them a reality. Since Thursday, the mixtape has been blowin up the internet on various music blogs. It's hot!

Click on the pic above to download the mixtape. Below is a video for Visual's "We Gonna Fly" by our hommies @ Kilp Art.

Visual "We Gonna Fly" Video from Klip Art Studio on Vimeo.

EXPERIENCING LOCAL MUSIC - ONE FESTIVAL AT A TIME

One of the things people look forward to most during Chicago Summers are the festivals. Whether it's the shopping, quick eats, beer tents or just being able to meet up with everyone you know - summer festivals in Chicago have become huge events with new one popping up every year.

And at Chicago Music Project, we're happy to see that summer fests are supporting more and more local artist by booking local talent for their shows.

Check out the Taste of Randolph this year with local legends Califone along with Mucca Pazza, Superchunk, and one of our favorites, Matthew Santos and his band. See you there!