Album Drop - @iambennieblanco "Where's Blanco (The Album)"

After a short hiatus, Money Ave rep,  Bennie Blanco delivers his highly anticipated album, "Where's Blanco?". The Illinois native brings heat over the course of 17 tracks. With standout singles like, "Southgrand", "Live From The Bricks" and the King Mill and Mitch G assisted "Always", Blanco carves his own lane in a crowded Hip Hop space. If you were wondering where the exciting artist has been he answers all those questions and more with this release. With placement on all the major digital platforms including Tidal, Google Play, Spotify and hard copies making their way through the streets the young emcee is ready to take his career to new heights.

Check out the JWE filmed "The Intro" video and be on the lookout for more from the man known as Blanco.

Mixtape Drop - IAMYSELF "Yesterday Was Twenty7"

IAMYSELF brings his vision to life on "Yesterday Was Twenty7". Using a sing song flow over soulful production the Illinois native is making his mark in today's world of Hip Hop. Flashing the potential of a future star, IAMYSELF uses his creativity to keep the listeners engaged throughout the 11 tracks that make up this release. With this type of introduction IAMYSELF has set the bar pretty high for his next project.

Audio Drop - Tyler James "Ball Foreva"

Tyler James has been on the grind. The Iowa based rapper delivers his new single "Ball Foreva". Sporting production from Big Jeezy, Tyler lays out his plans to keep his pockets fat.

Video Drop - @MeezyKillafield "Emotions"

Central Illinois hip hop veteran, Meezy Killafield delivers his personal new single"Emotions". Tapping Twenty1Seven Studios for the video, Meezy pulls back the covers and exposes his true feelings. if "Emotions" is any indication of what's to come the world better be ready for more heartfelt music from one of the Midwest's most experienced rhymers.

Video Drop - @DeezyDaPaperboy wants to "Free Shmurda"

Deezy Da Paperboy has established himself as one of Illinois premier artists. After hitting stages across the Midwest, he shifted the focus on his latest single to help the embattled Bobby Shmurda on "Free Shmurda". Blazing bars from the time the video starts, Deezy torches his local contemporaries while also dropping the jewel "FREE Shmurda/Niggas ain't up on the clout/I'ma have to bond em out/Give his ass a zip , 2 phones and a burner". Looks like "Mr. Win Em All" is ready to take his winning ways all the way to Rikers to free the homie.

Audio Drop - @RapArchieRap "Nintendo"

4TP's Archie continues his recent stretch of new releases with "Nintendo". The Jacksonville, Illinois resident has been slowly building both his catalog and fan base through his hard work in the Midwest underground scene.

Video Drop - @HarborsideKaz "You Can't Stop The Reign"

Chicago emcee Kaz A Nova delivers his new video, "You Can't Stop The Reign". Don't let the smooth sounds fool you. Kaz claims his spot among the top rhymers in the game with no plans of relinquishing his spot. Check out the video and let us know does Kaz rank among the top dogs. 

Video Drop - @TwistedSoundsEN ft. @JayyWills "Maybe"

Trap Republic Records artist, Twizz Unspoken is blazing his way through the Midwest. While on tour with Da Twin Towerz the Illinois native delivers the visuals to the Jayy Wills assisted "Maybe".  Effortlessly blending his love of the trap with the his love for the ladies, Twizz makes it easy to see why he is the next big artist from the Midwest.

Video Drop- J Milli "Hollywood Champagne"

Bloomington, IL resident J-Milli links with CourtBoy Visuals for "Hollywood Champagne". The feel-good single and video mesh perfectly, complete with live performance footage and a real summer time feel.

Video Drop - @DeezyDaPaperboy "Suicide"

Deezy Da Paperboy has spent the last few years establishing himself as one of Illinois' go-to Hip Hop artists. After a string of hit singles, a headlining mid-west tour, various showcase and talent competition victories, and songs gaining traction on FM radio, Da Paperboy explains why going against his wave probably isn't in your best interest on the aptly titled single and video "Suicide". Glass Imagery does the honors of directing the visuals to this haunting single.

VideoDrop - @moneymitch1000 ft. @iambennieblanco "Up & At It"

The Money Ave gang has been holding it down for some time, and members Mitch G and Bennie Blanco deliver yet again. “Up & At It” finds Mitch G crooning with Bennie delivering yet another stand out verse. JWE handles the behind the camera work on the latest hit single from Central Illinois.

AudioDrop - Foe Pounds "Sho-Me"

St. Louis rapper Sir Foe drops his new song "Sho-Me". Being a native of the "show me"state, Foe is a firm believer in the saying "I have to see it to believe it". Whether you get money, gang bang, or just keeping it real you'll have to show Foe.

AudioDrop - Mikey Hash "Girl Talk"

Mikey Hash is back after a short hiatus with one of his most creative works to date. "Girl Talk" complete with samples from the gritty 90's movie "Kids", Mr. Hash delves into the dirtier side of lady's  thinking on this super laid back  audio experience.

VideoDrop - @SmookDeville x @TimeOutBeats "Satisfied"

Chicago, IL and Melbourne Australia make an unlikely Hip Hop connection. Chicago rapper Smook Deville links up with Australian production duo Time Out Beats for the golden era sounding "Satisfied". The single is featured on their debut project "Matter Of Time". Check out the video for "Satisfied" and stream the entire "Matter Of Time" album right here on Straightdrophiphop!

AudioDrop - Ripp Flamez "Waves"

Cleveland has become a base for hip hop in the last decade. With new artists emerging everyday Ripp Flamez has become somewhat of  an ambassador for his city. With his latest single, "Waves" he has set the new standard for all up and coming artists coming out of Ohio.

Audio Drop - Boss Mula "Aint Safe"

Boss Mula takes time to explain why his city "Aint Safe". Detailing the hardships of his home city and prepping his world takeover the Decatur, IL rapper has been releasing new music and videos at an almost unmatched rate. Pretty soon the rap game will be "Mula's World".

Audio Drop - BlackHeart Mark "TradeMark"

After an impressive 2014 campaign BlackHeart Mark continues to do just that with his latest release "TradeMark". Using crafty wordplay and his slick delivery while dropping gems Mark leaves no room for competition.

Audio Drop - D Carr. "Decline (Freestyle)"

D. Carr is making a case to be the hottest in his city. The Decatur, IL rapper continues his assault on industry instrumentals with  his  laid back "Decline" freestyle . Adding singing to his repetoire the young rhyme slinger is well on his way to hip hop stardom.