Two years in the making, original Screwed Up Clik member Lil Keke's - whose 1997 hit "South Side" remains a milestone in Houston rap - new LP Loved by Few, Hated by Many is out today on Swishahouse/TF, with distribution by Universal Motown; guests include Slim Thug, Paul Wall and Birdman (who appears on first single "I'm a G"). Giant magazine is hosting a CD release/listening party 10 p.m. tonight at Venue, 723 Main. RSVP here or pick up free tickets at Keke's 4 p.m. in-store appearance this afternoon at the Press' 2005 winner for best music store: Music Depot, 462 Greenspoint Mall. - Chris Gray

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