Born in 79 on Chicagos south side and inspired by artists like Tupac, Al Green, Redman, and Jim Morrison, Chad Heslup, a.k.a. LongShot, first published Scream of the Butterfly, a book of poetry, in 99 followed by a 12" with DJ Anomaly entitled Happiness is Hard to Find in 02. These releases paved the way for his debut album Open Mouths Fed and vinyl 12" single "Pretty Brown Skin" in '03. His sophmore album "Sacrifice" came out on Molemen Records in '04, along with his third single "Never Go Slow." His motivation and drive to succeed as an artist defy the name "LongShot."
The oldest of six siblings, LongShot and his family moved throughout his childhood from Oakland, California to Fort Worth, TX, and back to Chicago. Eventually, the family was split up by DCFS and LongShot moved to a group home. His life experiences in the streets of America struggling to be a role model for his brothers and sisters are the main themes and inspirations for his lyrics; his honest and potent delivery is accessible to listeners of any musical genre.
LONGSHOT DISCOGRAPHY
Pretty Brown Skin 12’’ Feb. 03
Open Mouths Fed CD March 03
Civil War Pt. 1 CD June 03
Never Go Slow 12’’ Aug. 04
Sacrifice CD Oct. 04
Civil War Pt. 2 CD/DVD Oct. 05
Save Me 12’’ April 06
Issues CD Feb. 06
Featured On:
Copperpot Out the Bunker 12’’
Copperpot It’s A Rap 7’’
Copperpot Chapter 7 CD & 2LP
Earmint Be That 12’’
Earmint Another Early Evening CD
Illanotix Mind of an Emcee 12’’
Illanotix Killa Products CD
Modill Vacant Rhymes 12’’
Modill Change Form 12’’
Modill Midnight Green CD & 2LP
Molemen Lost Sessions CD
Molemen City Limits Volume 2
Rusty Chains Battle Scars to Prove It CD
Rhyme Scheme For My People CD
Verbal Kent Whatbox CD
Verbal Kent Move with the Walls CD
Since 2003, Longshot has toured with the following:
Jean Grae, Diverse, Psalm One, Oh No, Atmosphere, Brother Ali, People Under The Stairs, Procussions, Ugly Duckling, Heirospecs, Gym Class Heroes, Tre Hardson, Speech, Aceylone, DJ Mike Relm, Mac Lethal, DJ Precyse, Del The Funky Homosapien.
Performed with:
MF Doom, Mos Def, Slum Village, KRS One, Brand Nubian, Masta Ace, Buck 65, Lupe Fiasco, Juice, All Natural, Rhymefest, Dwele, Eternia, One Be Lo, Dead Prez, Kool G Rap.
Dear LONGSHOT, It's after Halloween and the busy holidays are approaching. Take a break and drop by to listen to my featured songs. You may find my music to be just the calm you need during this hectic time of the year. I appreciate your friendship and I hope you enjoy the music. I wish you much joy and peace.
BIG UPS FROM CHI -TOWN!!! iF YALL DONT ALREADY KNOW CHECK MY SHIT OUT!! THE NAMES CLEW ROCK BEEN HOLDIN SHIT DOWN IN THE CHI FOR A MINUTE, DO YOUR SELF A FAVOR ROLL THAT KUSH PLAY MY SHIT HIT-N-HOLD AND ENJOY!!!! IF YOUR INTO MIXTAPE HOSTING/DJ-ING, OR AN EMCEE TRYIN TO COLAB GET AT ME IF YOUR INTO PRODUCTION WHY WOULDNT YOU WANT A NIGGA AT MY CALIBER ON YO SHIT, REAL REC. REAL -I AM U!!!- CLEW ROCK
Wassup LONGSHOT? Mixtape Mondays is celebrating a birthday! We're officialy turning 1 this Monday! So on Monday Oct. 19th the first 25 performers ar in FREE! Darkroom CD's and Oregano Studio Time Giveaways Exodus II 3477 N Clark St. Chicago Chicago's Paid Open Mic. Over $1000 given away every month - The crowd decides who get the doe, so bring your people. Also bring your original music on CD 9 pm sign up - List closes quick 21 plus
A look back to when it all started on 47th St...
*Silent Auditions all month long for October's Mixtape E-event at The Darkroom and the MtM Midwest's 'In and Out' Tour this Fall
Hottest Song Tournament follows the Birthday Bash on Oct. 26th
yo yo! MUCH LOVE TO YOU AND YOURS! LOVE THE MUSIC SINCE i found Civil War pt 1 at Gramaphone oN THE NORTHSIDE. LOL anyway keep doing wat you do homie.. take it easy SHOT!
What's good! wanted to let you know my new album "The Beginning" is available for download. It has 20 tracks for only $5.99.
This album will change your view on hip hop! This record is for those who appreciate intelligent thought and meaningful content in their music. Each song is heavily influenced by guitar and piano which is used as a platform to pour out raw emotion and inspirational lyrics. Cop it if you want sumn different than mainstream music and desire sumn you can ride and reflect to. pick it up here: http://cdbaby.com/cd/poetic Thnx for supporting me!
Whats Crackin LONGSHOT? This Monday Aug 31st is the last Mon. of the month.. which can mean only one thing..
Mixtape Monday's Signature Hottest Song Contest Bracket Style Competition - The More Rounds You Win, The More You Perform! Big Cash Prize as Usual, Free Beats, Studio Time, and a few Surprises Exodus II, 3477 N Clark St. (2 blocks S. of Wrigley Field) Sign up: 9 pm sharp - Bring your original music on CD $15 to compete/ $5 to support *Free to watch before 10 Hosted by: Notrydo Sincere and Lady Flipsyde Sponsered by: oreganostudio.com, L'Evated Marketing, the illiesoul movement and the legendary SP1 Further questions email mixtapemondayz@gmail.com
Thank you Chicago! They said it couldn't be done this long..
The 'Springboard' Event is: Mixtape Mondays.. Chicago's Most Talked About Hip Hop, Soul Open Mic Event EVERY Monday at Exodus II 3477 N Clark St. Chicago We pay artists weekly - Over $1000 every month. The crowd decides who wins, so bring your people Also bring your original music on CD 9 pm sign up - List closes quick 21 plus $5 to perform or watch all night/ $10 to compete for the cash Metromix pick for "Best Urban Music Networking Party in the Midwest"
**Silent Auditions all month long for September's Mixtape E-event and the African Fest Labor Day Wknd.
Hope you enjoy the page, and most importantly my Beatz! Contact me anytime if I can produce any hits for you. I produce for all Indie and Major Clients of the Hip Hop n R&B genres, and I can work in your actual budget. All prices are up for negotiation.
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-Straight from Trenton, New Jersey …We can make Hits together!
Yeahhhhhhhh Thanks for accepting the request.Our respect for all high. Your music is really good.Luck and support.With your permission. We are in contact.
What’s Up I'm ZaY And I'm 18 And A HipHop/R&B Artist From Chicago Subscribe To My YouTube Also At youtube.com/charzayel ,But What I Really Want To Tell You Is That....I ’m So Happy To Have You As A Friend!!!! I Have A Song "If You Had One Wish" That Reached 1000 Plays, And I Just Posted A New Song Up Called "Celebrate" AND..... I Need Your Help. So Here It Is…. I Have A New Song Up On My Page And It's Called "Celebrate" As You Know, And All You Need To Do Is Just Come To My Page And Take A Listen And Let Me Know What You Think. I Just Posted The Song Recently, And Every And Any Time When One Of My Songs Reach 1000 I Put A Brand New Song Up, So Help Me Reach My Goals And Opportunity To Please You With My Music That I Really Think You Would Benefit By. Also Just To Let You Know, I’m Not Getting Paid To Get My Plays Up To A Certain Point, I Do Music Out Of My Passion For It, I Just Want 1000 Plays Before I Post A New Song For Me To Know That People Are Actually Listening. Nevertheless, I’m Young, Eager For Success, And Have Very Good Music, So Please, If You Can Find Time Out Of Your Day, Please Come Check Me Out. Thanks.- Another Thing, Thanks For The Add And Love You Have Already Shown, P.s, Don’t Be Shy To Listen To More Of My Music Also. I'm ZaY-And I'm Out, Peace.
Wassup LONGSHOT? Come thru this week to hone those skillz, and support Chicago's local talent.. The Bracket Style Battle is taking no prisoners in 2 weeks
The 'Springboard' Event: Mixtape Mondays.. Chicago's Most Talked About Hip Hop, Soul Open Mic Event EVERY Monday at Exodus II 3477 N Clark St. Chicago We pay artists weekly - Over $1000 every month. The crowd decides who wins, so bring your people Also bring your original music on CD 9 pm sign up - List closes quick 21 plus $5 to perform or watch all night/ $10 to compete for the cash Metromix pick for "Best Urban Music Networking Party in the Midwest"
**Silent Auditions all month long for September's Mixtape E-event and the African Fest Labor Day Wknd.
What’s Up I'm ZaY And I'm 18 And A HipHop/R&B Artist From Chicago Subscribe To My YouTube Also At youtube.com/charzayel ,But What I Really Want To Tell You Is That....I ’m So Happy To Have You As A Friend!!!! I Have A Song "If You Had One Wish" That Reached 1000 Plays, And I Just Posted A New Song Up Called "Celebrate" AND..... I Need Your Help. So Here It Is…. I Have A New Song Up On My Page And It's Called "Celebrate" As You Know, And All You Need To Do Is Just Come To My Page And Take A Listen And Let Me Know What You Think. I Just Posted The Song Recently, And Every And Any Time When One Of My Songs Reach 1000 I Put A Brand New Song Up, So Help Me Reach My Goals And Opportunity To Please You With My Music That I Really Think You Would Benefit By. Also Just To Let You Know, I’m Not Getting Paid To Get My Plays Up To A Certain Point, I Do Music Out Of My Passion For It, I Just Want 1000 Plays Before I Post A New Song For Me To Know That People Are Actually Listening. Nevertheless, I’m Young, Eager For Success, And Have Very Good Music, So Please, If You Can Find Time Out Of Your Day, Please Come Check Me Out. Thanks.- Another Thing, Thanks For The Add And Love You Have Already Shown, P.s, Don’t Be Shy To Listen To More Of My Music Also. I'm ZaY-And I'm Out, Peace.
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