“Letters To God” – Banks
Check out one of the latest tracks from Banks, “Letters To God feat. Moore”. Artist: Banks Song: Letters To God feat. Moore Producer: Nick Arcade Website: banksthegenius.com Facebook: facebook.com/banksthegenius Twitter: @banksthegenius @MooreWC @NickArcade
Hip Hop 101 Event
Last Saturday, TOGN sponsored the Hip Hop 101 show at Cairo Bar in West Chicago, IL. The show was hosted by ChaVito and featured performances by Banks The Genius, The Kid Dirty, Mello (Mike Petro), A.B., Watch City, and Jonny Lew. Also gracing the stage were Gerard K, aka G (Guitarist), and DJ Brandon Joseph. [...]
The InteLLects: “Hometown Shit”
The InteLLects bring a breath of fresh air to the Chicago Hip Hop scene. With their creative lyrics, insanely catchy hooks, and powerful beats, this group’s music is sure to stick in the heads of Chicagoans. The group consists of rappers Banks The Genius and The Kid Dirty, backed up by drummer Johnny Lew. While [...]
Get Gifted, for free
This post includes a free copy of Gifted, the new album from Banks. It is available either via individual song in the player or as a whole album via the link at the bottom. Spread the word. Let Banks be heard. Album Release Date: December 1st, 2011:”In the past year, Chicago hiphop artist, banksthegenius has [...]
Banks The Genius #gifted
This week Justin and John sit down with Chicago hiphop artist Banks to talk about his new album titled Gifted. Hear a few unreleased clips from the album and a quick chat about the Occupy movement. Banks The Genius
Banksthegenius: #Gifted
In the past year, Chicago hiphop artist, banksthegenius has gone from a nervous newcomer to a known-name with a mixtape, album (Gifted drops December 1st, 2011), and a dedicated following of fans. If you haven’t yet listened to any of Bank’s work, don’t wait any longer. It’s very clear that this guy is determined to [...]
Music Video Release: “The Good Life”
Banksthegenius has released his third music video. Gaining over 500 views in just three days, The Good Life (featuring Isaac) isn’t like those other rap videos. While the lyrics reflect a party filled life style the images on the screen depict the harsh realities of life and death. Directed by Xack Gibson of @BagFryProductions the [...]
Battle Results / After Party News
Thanks to everyone who attended our first ever Battle of the Bands at the Bartlett 4th of July Fest. Overall the entire event went very smoothly and we had a great time! A few people/organizations that I would like to thank include: The Bartlett 4th of July Committee, I Can Hear Myself Levitate, Dear Electric [...]
New Track From Banks (featuring Dirty)
Do you follow underground rap/hip-hop in Chicago? If so, you probably heard the newly released collaboration from aspiring Chicago rappers Banks and Dirty. Both artists really throw down on this track. At just over 2 minutes, Congo is a track you will play over, and over, and over again. Listen to our recent interview with [...]
