It seems like the Banco Populair has been in the game for awhile and every time we think he’s retiring the mic, just the opposite takes place. Just last September Rocks as in Sir Michael Rocks released  Populair in addition to his single “Pull Up” going viral. Whether you want to recognize that he’s here to stay or not, a certain DJ is here to prove to you why sleeping on the contemporary icon would be a mistake.

Today, Charlotte’s very own DJ Pauly Guwop drops a dope spin on all the gems you can think of from one of our favorite Illinois rapper. The mix cohesively includes his boon coon, Cool Kids member Chuck English along with Jada Gabore who we’ve witnessed on “T-Shirt & Panties“ and “Wet Paint”s  Dre Undiez . Whether you were on Rocks early in his career or late on arrival, now’s the time to catch up. Peep what the 1/3 of The Clean Slate 704 brought to the table below and comment your thoughts on the mix!

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“Time Of Your Life” is the newest drop off iLL Chris‘ new 8-track EP, Sensei. For the single, iLL Chris has enlisted Jet Life crew member and frequent collaborator, Sir Michael Rocks and Seattle rapper Bryce Bowden who lay down punchy verses over the peppered beat. You can download his new EP Sensei for the free free, which is fully influenced by great martial artists and Buddhist theologies. Definitely worth a download.

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On Wednesday the “Jet Life Tour: Direct Flight” made its stop in Chicago, and those who made the trip rocked out with several hundred Chicago faithful. Corner Boy P, Fiend, Mikey Rocks, Trademark, Roddy and last but not least the Spitta himself graced Metro’s storied stage in front of a raucous crowd. The place was packed, but this wasn’t an uncontrolled mob. To put it bluntly these people were here to see one of New Orleans’ finest, and they weren’t about to fuck that up.

One thing was clear, the buzz in the building was palpable. Patrons continued to pack into Metro’s main floor and balcony for almost an hour after the start of the show, but when Curren$y’s set started the crowd took their energy to another level. Most rappers have to resort to the tired, old “throw your hands up” pump up, but Curren$y’s fans know what’s expected of them.

To be fair by the time the Jet Life front man reached the stage it was hard to discern between the smoke from the crowd and what was coming from backstage. Nevertheless, when the DJ dropped “Elevator Musik” the venue went into full party mode. “We only two songs in, but this shit is like a wrestling match” Curren$y said. Not a complete exaggeration, but the electricity running through the building was unreal.

For all of you out there wondering if this tour is worth your time and money, you’re not just going to get a series of tracks from the New Orleans-bred emcee. This show is about that whole damn catalog y’all. Pilot Talk, Pilot Talk II, Muscle Car Chronicles and Verde Terrace all got some play, but that’s just naming a few. This attention to detail and work ethic is what gets the seats filled for Spitta’s shows. The man is willing to work for his fans, plain and simple. Ain’t nothing to it, Just Enjoy This Shit.

Check out the rest of the tour schedule HERE.

Check out some more pictures from the show below:

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