Philmore Greene is a world-renowned Hip Hop artist based in Chicago, celebrated for his compelling storytelling and unique sound. He debuted in 2018 with "Chicago and Third World City," receiving acclaim for its political commentary. In 2020, he released "The Survival Scroll," featuring talents like Skyzoo and Grammy… Read moreShow less
Philmore Greene is a world-renowned Hip Hop artist based in Chicago, celebrated for his compelling storytelling and unique sound. He debuted in 2018 with "Chicago and Third World City," receiving acclaim for its political commentary. In 2020, he released "The Survival Scroll," featuring talents like Skyzoo and Grammy winner J Ivy. His 2021 project, "Knowledge and Power," showcased his versatility, while the collaborative album "Cost of Living" with Apollo Brown debuted in the top five on major Hip Hop charts. His latest work, "The Grand Design," includes features from Bruiser Wolf and RJ Payne, solidifying his status among Chicago's leading MCs. To close out 2025 Philmore & Phriends held an event at Chicago’s RamovaTheatre was a masterclass in lyricism and community. Held on November 1, the event transformed the Ramova Loft into a hub for "the Chicago Hip Hop movement," headlined and curated by Chicago Hip Hop staple Philmore Greene. The night featured an elite roster of "Phriends," including Hip Hoplegends Large Professor, Skyzoo, and Apollo Brown, alongside local heavyweights like Vic Spencer and Rashid Hadee. Preceded by the intimate "Pass the Aux" kickback, the event solidified the Ramova as a premier destination for authentic Hip-Hop, merging global prestige with Chicago’s deep-rooted street culture.