New Mobb Deep cut – the infamous is truly infinite. The return of The Cool Kids. A ‘straight face, you remember’ flip of The Worst. Never the low vibrational energy from QM, directed by Quesada. Orlando Coolridge takes the field in a new video for Iron Clad Giant.
Säge the 64th Wonder to Release ‘Sagewav: Red Version,’ a New Album on a USB-Powered Game Boy Cartridge, Bypassing Streaming Services
The seven-track album, inspired by the iconic Pokémon series, offers a tangible, collectible music experience in a bold move against the grain of the streaming era.
CHICAGO, IL (September 23, 2025) – Chicago-based artist Säge, The 64th Wonder, has announced his upcoming album, “Sagewav: Red Version,” the second installment in a series inspired by the legendary Pokémon Game Boy franchise. In a deliberate stand against the norms of the streaming age, the album will be released exclusively in a physical format that is both a nod to 90s nostalgia and a vision for the future of music distribution.
“Sagewav: Red Version” is presented on a physical cartridge, aesthetically designed to resemble a classic Game Boy game. Housed within the nostalgic shell is a USB drive containing the album’s 7 hard-hitting soundscapes. This innovative approach ensures a direct-to-supporter connection, providing fans with a high-quality audio experience and a unique collectible artifact. This release is a manifestation of Säge’s ingenuity and leader-like aura as he pioneers a new path for artists to present their work.
This project represents a conscious decision to combat the ephemeral nature of digital streaming. As stated on Säge’s official platforms, streaming services will not be supported for this release, which is intended to be “analog-first and direct-to-supporter.” This makes “Sagewav: Red Version” a statement on the value of music and the artist-fan relationship. The project is positioned to be one of the most standout albums in recent Chicago history, both for its sonic depth and its forward-thinking release strategy.
Physical editions of the album, including limited-run vinyl, CDs, and cassettes, are expected to begin shipping to pre-order customers in the late summer and early fall of 2025.
About Säge, The 64th Wonder
Säge, The 64th Wonder, is a Chicago-based artist and producer known for his innovative concepts and genre-defying sound. His work often explores themes of nostalgia, technology, and artistic independence, pushing the boundaries of how music is created, consumed, and valued.
“Sagewav: Red Version”Tracklist:
TM91 — Flash Cannon (feat. B.A.M.)
TM40 — Skull Bash (feat. JT, The Goat)
TM75 — Swords Dance
TM16 – Pay Day feat. MFnMelo
TM18 — Counter
TM78 — Bulldoze (feat. Orlando Coolridge)
TM92 — Trick Room (feat. B.A.M.)
For more information and to purchase “Sagewav: Red Version,” visit sagethe64thwonder.com.
DJ Quik & JasonMartin feat. Dom Kennedy, Boogie & Badd Lucc
Hit-Boy
Justin Credible Freestyle Series #212
Put Me Down
Quentin Miller ft. Bump J (prod. by Jansport J)
At Your Best
Frank Ocean Endless
ONCE UPON A TIME VOL. 1 September 26th. Another check in the Quik column. More West Coast Love with Hit-Boy over the Heart Pt II. Pickup this QM & Bump J for your playlists; don’t put them down. In the name of the Isley’s, Aaliyah & Frank Ocean – peace be with you.
Keep a couple of ribeyes on the grill & the foreign on sport mode, word to AJ Snow, KoolKidKalvo & Jansport J. Throw up prayer hands before I count these bands, rest in power Dark Man X. A message from Säge, The 64th Wonder:”PAY FULL PRICE FOR THE ART THAT YOU APPRECIATE!!”. Earth + ReUp Gang = Community. Rome Streetz over Madlib in the Power 106 studios.
In another defiant move against the streaming economy, Säge, The 64th Wonder and producer SINAIhave announced their new EP, #SLUMPCZN: The Iron Sage, will be released as a highly limited physical artifact. The project will be available exclusively as a Limited Edition “SHINTENDO USB Album,” with only 50 units ever being pressed.
Pre-orders for the collectible USB, priced at $44.44, are now open exclusively at SageThe64thWonder.com. The release will not be re-issued.
Produced entirely by SINAI, the EP is a statement on the value of music as tangible art. It features rhymes by Säge, The 64th Wonder, Remy4rmDaLxnd, and BLKMVN. By centering the release on a physical, scarce item, the artists are demanding a more meaningful and direct form of engagement from listeners, framing support as a direct investment in the culture.
Embodying their groundbreaking approach, Säge states:
“WE DOING WHAT NO ONE IS AND SHALL CONTINUE TO DO SO…”
This philosophy extends to the project’s digital footprint. Public streaming previews will be limited to 50 seconds to protect the work’s integrity and encourage fans to experience the full compositions by purchasing the project. The full digital album will go live on September 7th for purchasers.
The #SLUMPCZN: The Iron Sage (Limited Edition SHINTENDO USB Album) is a collectible, a statement, and a new blueprint for independent artistry.
Orlando Coolridgeإن الأعلى من الأسفل والأسفل من الأعلى
ALL ENGINES FIRED
BrainorchestraJet Force Orchestra
The Lost Tapes
Ghostface KillahConstant Struggle
Featuring Killah Priest and Bishop Lamont
Almost Cut My Hair
Zane OneLA Woman
Top Down
Slim Jeff Top Down (single)
Orlando Coolridge brings a raw, unfiltered dive into his stash, Brainorchestra’s one of the best & most generous to his supporters out the tri-state. You can’t buy these Lost Tapes from GFK no more – stop takin’ shit for granted. LA’s Tunnel Rats making a lot of noise rn, this Myspace-era Zane One lets you know why. Top Down got pulled from Bandcamp – stop takin’ shit for granted. Good to see it pop up back up elsewhere with a new video.
Earl Sweatshirt back. Jay Worthy locked in with George Clinton. Raekwon proves once again Wu Tang is indeed forever Live at 214. Lyft driver while crossing the 59th St Bridge told me Dave East was the truth, bro was right. SANH2K11 proved that if the remix is good – in subway, an old Blockbuster Video, people will stream.
Chicago, IL – Artist and producer SÄGE, THE 64TH WONDER has announced his new album, Sagewav: Green Version, set to ship in late Summer/early Fall 2025. In a deliberate rejection of the streaming era, the project will be available exclusively on physical media, with each format being a strictly limited, one-time pressing that will never be reissued.
The release strategy is designed to create what SÄGE calls “rare artifacts for true collectors, supporters, and archivists of the culture.” This physical-first approach transforms the album from a disposable digital file into a tangible, collectible timestamp. Once a format sells out, it is gone permanently. As the artist’s policy states: “Ain’t no reruns in the underground.”
Featuring 14 tracks with titles like “TM18” and “TM20,” the album draws thematic inspiration from video game and nerd culture, promising a unique sonic experience to match its exclusive format.
Sagewav: Green VersionTracklist:
TM96
TM20
TM65
TM18
TM19
TM33
TM68
plus 7 additional songs
Sagewav: Green Version is available for order now only at sagethe64thwonder.com. Limited to 100 copies total
Director: Uta Briesewitz Starring: Daniela Melchior, Jeremy Ang Jones, Lili Reinhart
CiCi Zhu
In BetweenEscape
A dig through Los Angeles Negros samples led to this Funkdoobiest cut. Spike Lee remakes Kurosawa’s High & Low for the early 21st century. AJ Snow, Kool Kid Kalvo & Jansport J have Taco Tuesday canceled until further notice. Uta Briesewitz’s American Sweatshop trailer leaves you questioning all online interaction. Shanghai native CiCi Zhu’ and herguzheng infused beats pair well with the photos of Greg Girard.
