chicago drill

Lil Durk faces an upcoming murder-for-hire trial in August, with legal motions to exclude or sever racketeering and killing charges, while prosecutors seek to introduce grand jury testimony. Meanwhile, Chicago drill artists like Sematary and Mello Buckzz continue releasing new music, and tensions persist in the rap community over the handling of legal cases involving rappers. Chief Keef has announced a 2026 U.S. headlining tour, and ongoing feuds, such as the exchange between NBA YoungBoy and Gillie Da Kid, highlight the genre's intense personal and legal dynamics.

Seen in 42 outlets, tracked since December 2019