About CHI-ILL
Like wind, CHI-ILL's presence naturally breezes through the entertainment industry carrying with it the mark of a future legend. CHI-ILL's unique artistry, versatility and humility allow him to deliver entertainment with meaning. Hip Hop legends have recognized his talent and CHI-ILL has recorded with icons such as KOOL G RAP and multi platinum producer DAME GREASE.
Hailing from Chicago, CHI-ILL encountered and overcame many socio-economic challenges that face too many of today's inner city youths. These, along with other life experiences, motivated CHI-ILL to broadcast his gift of lyricism and spread his message of perseverance and triumph to the masses. CHI-ILL first earned his stripes on Chicago's underground rap battle scene, where he attained an impeccable record.
Building on that success, CHI-ILL aligned himself with Chicago's Heavy Hitter DJ NONSTOP. Together they released several mix-tape albums which achieved major distribution throughout the Chicago area which in turn generated national attention. The culmination of these releases was the 4 Corners Mix Tape which was recognized and endorsed by Heavy Hitter DJ legends, DJ ENUFF, DJ FELLI FEL, DJ NONSTOP and DJ PROSTYLES. Moreover, as a result of his talent and through the support of dedicated colleagues and fans, CHI-ILL filmed the "Hold Me Back" video which remains one of the largest independent Hip-Hop video productions filmed in Chicago.
In addition, CHI-ILL's remarkable stage presence and ability to engage a crowd produced many accolades in CHI-ILL's career such as touring as an opening act with headliner DMX, being a finalist in the 2006 Cuervoton talent search, having his strengths recognized as a performer at the 2009 Latin Mixx Awards and being ecstatically embraced by many fans in venues throughout the country, from Anchorage to New York City.
Most importantly, CHI-ILL's dedication to his community is well documented. CHI-ILL continues to use his talent and respect to reach out and guide at risk youths in his community and to negotiate and encourage peace among warring gangs in Chicago.
In 2010, CHI-ILL successfully released "The Last Chance Lounge" on i-Tunes which contained the single "Ready For War" featuring KOOL G RAP. Most recently, CHI-ILL composed the lyrics for all the original songs of a new and innovative theatrical musical entitled "Freedom." "Freedom" through plot twisting dialogue and intense lyrics brings awareness to injustice while making theater more attractive to a wider audience.
With his music being well received on a variety of websites, including Thisis50.com, HipHopDX.com, AllHipHop.com, DJBooth.net, Hip-Hopkings.com and Chicago's premier blog FakeShoreDrive.com the time has come for CHI-ILL to be recognized as a global sensation. So with the gusts of the windy city behind him, CHI-ILL's undeniable talent will prominently position him on the world's stage.
Hailing from Chicago, CHI-ILL encountered and overcame many socio-economic challenges that face too many of today's inner city youths. These, along with other life experiences, motivated CHI-ILL to broadcast his gift of lyricism and spread his message of perseverance and triumph to the masses. CHI-ILL first earned his stripes on Chicago's underground rap battle scene, where he attained an impeccable record.
Building on that success, CHI-ILL aligned himself with Chicago's Heavy Hitter DJ NONSTOP. Together they released several mix-tape albums which achieved major distribution throughout the Chicago area which in turn generated national attention. The culmination of these releases was the 4 Corners Mix Tape which was recognized and endorsed by Heavy Hitter DJ legends, DJ ENUFF, DJ FELLI FEL, DJ NONSTOP and DJ PROSTYLES. Moreover, as a result of his talent and through the support of dedicated colleagues and fans, CHI-ILL filmed the "Hold Me Back" video which remains one of the largest independent Hip-Hop video productions filmed in Chicago.
In addition, CHI-ILL's remarkable stage presence and ability to engage a crowd produced many accolades in CHI-ILL's career such as touring as an opening act with headliner DMX, being a finalist in the 2006 Cuervoton talent search, having his strengths recognized as a performer at the 2009 Latin Mixx Awards and being ecstatically embraced by many fans in venues throughout the country, from Anchorage to New York City.
Most importantly, CHI-ILL's dedication to his community is well documented. CHI-ILL continues to use his talent and respect to reach out and guide at risk youths in his community and to negotiate and encourage peace among warring gangs in Chicago.
In 2010, CHI-ILL successfully released "The Last Chance Lounge" on i-Tunes which contained the single "Ready For War" featuring KOOL G RAP. Most recently, CHI-ILL composed the lyrics for all the original songs of a new and innovative theatrical musical entitled "Freedom." "Freedom" through plot twisting dialogue and intense lyrics brings awareness to injustice while making theater more attractive to a wider audience.
With his music being well received on a variety of websites, including Thisis50.com, HipHopDX.com, AllHipHop.com, DJBooth.net, Hip-Hopkings.com and Chicago's premier blog FakeShoreDrive.com the time has come for CHI-ILL to be recognized as a global sensation. So with the gusts of the windy city behind him, CHI-ILL's undeniable talent will prominently position him on the world's stage.
