Meet Casino Trell

'Nowhere to Run' marks a defining chapter for Chicago artist Casino Trell, as he kicks off the second half of 2025 with one of his most focused and emotionally layered projects to date. This 12-track album delivers a vivid look into Trell's mindset-balancing his street-rooted authenticity with polished artistry and deeper emotional exploration. Being featured in Complex Music, 'Nowhere to Run' positions Casino Trell as more than just a street narrator-he's a multi-dimensional artist who isn't afraid to show vulnerability amid the grind.

This project captures his growth as both a lyricist and a curator of sound, proving his place in the conversation of independent artists to watch in 2025. Tracks like "LOVE JONES" and "Anonymous"-R&B-infused with smoother cadences, they allow Trell to explore trust, heartbreak, and emotional depth without sacrificing edge. Casino Trell has built an impressive résumé that spans music, video production, and entrepreneurship. In November 2024, he was spotlighted by Whats TheWord.tv as one of their "Chicago Artists to Watch," highlighting his talent for independently directing and producing his songs and music

videos. Trell launched his own merchandise line, 'The Gambler's Circle. Casino Trell partnered with R&B artist Chanelle Tru for the April 2025 release Go Half (50/50), a melodic, cinematic song exploring the personal and intimate dynamics of a relationship. The visual for the track was co-directed by Casino Trell himself (alongside Director Zell and Mark Walters), highlighting his hands-on involvement in shaping his artistic image and storytelling vision.This project has cemented him as one of the greater artist on the uprise for the new generation of Chicago artists.