Stephen feat. Saba, Ravyn Lenae, The O’My’s & J.P. Floyd – Crossfire, Part III [Audio]

Stephen connects with Saba, Ravyn Lenae, The O’My’s and J.P. Floyd on “Crossfire, Part III”. “In the past I’ve almost always done everything from producing to writing to mixing, but this time I let some other incredible artists take the wheel,” he told The FADER, who premiered the collaboration. “I gained a lot of respect for the Chicago creative community, and a blossoming desire for more collaboration. It feels great to give back to an organization like Young Chicago Authors — a platform for young poets and hip-hop artists.” Listen below.

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Noname, Chelsea Reject, Phoelix & Saba – Counterfeit [Audio]

Following up “Vices” which featured King Louie, theMIND, and Dally Auston, 119 brings you the second single to their compilation tape Countdown 2 Midnight. “Counterfeit” features No Name, Chelsea Reject, along with Phoelix and Saba who also produced the track. This track is emblematic of Countdown’s features as 119 has brought together some of Chicago, Brooklyn, and beyond’s best up and coming emcees and producers not only to put y’all on to some amazing new music, but to bring awareness to some great causes as well in a time when they need help the most. You can check out some of the dope names that are a part of the project along with a lot more information at www.countdown2midnight.com. Look out for one last single along with the project which are set to drop before the year is up.

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