Skee Franchise hails from Chicago’s historical yet notorious Englewood neighborhood. Skee entered the music industry in early 2005 but took a long hiatus to focus on other business ventures. In 2006, he began promoting exclusive concerts, celebrity events & some of the top nightclubs in Chicago, Las Vegas, Houston & Miami.
In the interim of his hiatus, Skee also released several prior mixtapes which includes, ‘The Voice of Englewood Trilogy: Vol. 1-3.’ This noted mixtape was hosted by some of Chicago’s hottest DJ’s. The list includes Sean Mac, DJ Pharris & DJ V Dub.
The new project, ‘Skee Since 96’ documents his rise in the city’s street ranks, financial hardships to financial gain & more. The first single off of this EP, “Run It,” tells a story of an OG who’s here to stay. It showcases how “new cats on the block” try to come for his spot when in fact, he’s been in the game and doesn’t tolerate the attack of his throne. Ultimately, the young, new cat meets his own demise.
The second single slated to release next week, “Thumb Thru Em” is a track that will have listeners really wondering if they are in deed on the level of financial stability that many others pretend to be on!
When asked who influenced him musically, Skee states that legends Tupac & Jay-Z definitely paved the way. Some of his other inspirations come from R&B King, R. Kelly, Young Jeezy, Fabolous & Yo Gotti. Not only is Skee Franchise an artist, but the name also represents a brand. A brand that also encompasses individuality & style. Skee Franchise describes himself as an artist that has street-based style, someone who is informed & educated but not detached. He also believes that having big dreams and working to fulfill them can lead to wealth whilst having a street mentality but a business mindset.
The latest project is being released on Skee’s own record label, The Fraternity Inc Records. When asked where he sees his label within the next 5 years, he states that the label WILL be the biggest label in the Midwest & one of the biggest in the nation. So stay in tune with the movement, you never know what’s next!
