Jackie Onassis – Holiday

6 12 2012

Sydney duo Jackie Onassis are surely the best kept secret in Australian hip-hop. Comprised of vocalist Kai and producer Raph, Jackie Onassis are the newest members of the One Day crew, a collective comprised of Horrorshow, Spit Syndicate and Joyride.

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Kai belongs to a rare breed of MCs who have a masterful command of their voice, combining sharp delivery with rich, catchy melodies. Raph’s beats blend lush synths and electronica, warm samples, 808 drums and live instruments to create a distinct and truly unique style of production. Jackie Onassis’ explosive live show have already caught the attention of many. Melbourne MC Illy hand-picked the duo to support him on his Bring it Back tour, and recently wowed audiences on Spit Syndicate’s Beauty in the Bricks tour.

Jackie Onassis’ recent single Crystal Balling is currently on rotation on triple j and serves as the lead single from their debut EP: Holiday. This 8-track offering showcases the duo’s knack for weaving dense storytelling, Gen-Y commentary and energetic, catchy choruses, amongst textured, contemporary production.

Holiday is available for free download; check it out today and see why the hype is so deserved – because Jackie Onassis are a secret that won’t be kept for much longer.

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Runforyourlife wins 2012 Hilltop Hoods Initiative

17 04 2012

Emerging Hip Hop group Runforyourlife has been announced as the winner of the Hilltop Hoods Initiative for 2012. With the support of the Hilltop Hoods and the Australian Performing Right Association (APRA|AMCOS), Runforyourlife has won a kick-start to their career, with $10,000 going towards the release and promotion of their first solo album.

MC Suffa of Hilltop Hoods said, “Thanks to APRA and our judging team Hau, Raph, Nish and Ran-Dee, they do a great job every year. Congratulations to the Hip Hop/Soul collective Runforyourlife, they make some great music and are very deserving recipients.”
As part of the prize package, Runforyourlife will also receive valuable legal advice courtesy of David Vodicka and Media Arts lawyers and also receive a Shure Microphone prize pack.

“Emerging artists deserve every opportunity to make their mark and develop their career,” APRA|AMCOS Director of Membership Milly Petriella said. “We are proud to partner with the Hilltop Hoods to offer Australian Hip Hop artists the chance to win this wonderful initiative.”

Runforyourlife is a two-year-old musical collective of electronic hip hop soul proportions that showcases an evolving roster of some of Australia’s finest underground soul singers & MC’s.  At the foundation of Runforyourlife are two forward thinking beat-maker/Producers J-Smith & The Dutch. Drawing influence from J Dilla, Flying Lotus to the smell of burning vinyl, their style matched with undeniable arrangements, hooks & melodies will convince any listener that there is something worth listening here with the potential to shake up the standard pop formula. At the vocal helm their feature artist family include Syreneyiscreamy, NFA, Remi, Nadee, Nai Palm, Cazeaux OSLO, Zulu Flow, 1/6, Jamima Jonez plus many more in a live show with a full band that is pure fire and soul.

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MC/Producer Koolta Wins The 2011 Hilltop Hoods Initiative

4 04 2011

Emerging South Australian Hip Hop artist Koolta has been announced as the winner of the 2011 Hilltop Hoods Initiative. Kultar Ahluwalia, aka Koolta, is a 22yo South Australian MC/Producer. With an all-round skill set, Koolta employs a DIY mentality, handling all his own production, writing, recording and mixing.

Making music since the age of 15, Koolta has shared the stage with such artists as Urthboy, Drapht, Funkoars, Foreign Beggars and C Rayz Walz.

 Koolta receives $10,000 from Hilltop Hoods and APRA to release and promote his debut LP. He also receives a prize pack valued at $1000 from DC clothing and legal advice from David Vodika of Media Arts Lawyers.

MC Suffa of Hilltop Hoods said: “We’d like to thank APRA, Blue Max Music, DC Clothing and Media Arts Lawyers for making the grant possible, and we’d also like to thank our judges Hau (NSW), Ran-Dee (NSW), Raph (VIC) and Nish (SA) for their invaluable input into this years initiative. Finally we’d like to give a big shoutout to everyone that entered, the judges were amazed at the standard of the entries this year”.

To hear more music from Koolta check here.

You can check out our review of Koolta’s – The Deportation EP right here as a part of our 2010 Lookback Series.


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Cut To The Chase EP

25 05 2010


The long-awaited EP from Adelaide emcee Chase has been in the works for a while now and everyone has been wondering when it was coming, well it’s finally here. Rumors are that the Cut To The Chase EP has come out well above expectation, with banger after banger. The Cut To The Chase EP features 8 tracks plus an intro and has appearances from Illmaculate, Dribbles and Lariken.  Production is from engineer, J Squared, Rotten Produce and Kurziv.

Chase – Insanity

Hunter and DJ Vame Monster House &
Chase Cut To The Chase EP – Adelaide launch

Perth’s emcee Hunter joins forces with DJ Vame (NSW) to bring you Monster House. Monster House is Hunter’s third release, trailing behind Going Back To Yokine in 2006 and Hunter & Dazastah Done DL in 2002. The track list looks pretty tight with some big names appearing including Raph, Reason, Nick Sweeper, Dyverse, Intalekt and fellow SBX crew members Dazastah and Layla. Album is out now and available through Obese Distribution.
All tracks produced by DJ Vame.

Hunter and DJ Vame will launch Moster House in Adelaide on May 28th at an 18+ show. This will be held at  L!ve on light square. The gig will feature Reason & Ciecmate and also Chase’ – Cut To The Chase EP launch featuring Lariken and DJ sets.The Cut To The Chase EP available from merch table on the night, buy one and get it signed at the end of the night.

Cut To The Chase EP Sampler


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Congrats to 1/6 – Winner of The Hilltop Hoods Initiative

31 03 2010

1/6 – emerging Hip Hop artist Aaron Stephanus – has been announced as the recipient of the Hilltop Hoods Initiative. With the support of the Hilltop Hoods and APRA, 1/6 has won a healthy career kick-start of $10,000 to go towards the release and promotion of his first solo album.

Emcee Suffa of The Hilltop Hoods said: “Thanks to APRA and our superstar judges Hau, Raph, Nish and Ran-Dee. Congratulations to 1/6, he’s a very deserving recipient.”

As part of the prize package, 1/6 will also receive valuable legal advice courtesy of David Vodika and Media Arts lawyers and will perform live at this year’s biggest songwriters’ conference – Song Summit, 19-21 June, at the Sydney Convention & Exhibition Centre.

“We are very pleased to have partnered with Hilltop Hoods on this initiative,” said Sally Howland, APRA|AMCOS Director of Member Services. “It is grants such as this that give emerging artists a real opportunity to advance their careers.”

Born in Australia but raised in Namibia, 1/6 is an African-Australian who is emerging as one of Aussie hip hops freshest talents. Schooled in Africa until 18, he recently returned to Australia to experience a new life. Now based in Melbourne, 1/6 boasts regular appearances with respected groups Illzilla, Public Opinion Afro Orchestra, The Mega Horns, Polo Club, Black Jesus and his crew Pang Productions.
To hear more from 1/6, head here.

About The Hilltop Hoods Initiative
Previously only opened to South Australian artists this partnership enabled the Hilltop Hoods Initiative to extend its reach nationally. It provides one emerging Australian Hip Hop artist a career starting opportunity – $10,000 to release and promote an album, plus legal advice and an outstanding live performance opportunity at Song Summit 2010, 19-21 June. Proudly presented by Aussie Hip Hop giants, Hilltop Hoods and APRA, the initiative is open to emerging Hip Hop artists or groups who have not released an album professionally/commercially.

Hand-picked by The Hilltop Hoods, the 2010 judging panel featured some of Australia’s most influential Hip Hop figures:
Hau (ACT) – Artist (Koolism), triple j Presenter (The Hip Hop Show)
Nish (SA) – Graffiti Artist, Community Worker
Ran-Dee (NSW) – Manager (Def Wish Cast), Radio Presenter (Alchemy Radio)
Raph (VIC) – Artist, Clothing Label Owner (Blank Clothing), Author (Behind The Beat)


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The Hilltop Hoods Initiative – 10 grand for you?

11 12 2009

The Hilltop Hoods Initiative will give one emerging Australian hip hop artist a career starting opportunity to the beat of $10,000. The grant is aimed to fund costs associated with manufacturing and releasing a CD of at least five original songs. Proudly brought to you by Aussie hip hop giants The Hilltop Hoods and APRA, it is open to an emerging Australian hip hop artist who has not released an album professionally/ commercially.

Handpicked by The Hilltop lads, the judging panel features Aussie hip hop’s most influential figures:
* Hau (ACT) – Artist (Koolism), JJJ Presenter (The Hip Hop Show)
* Nish (SA) – Grafitti Artist, Community Worker
* Ran-Dee (NSW) – Manager (Def Wish Cast), Radio Presenter (Alchemy Radio)
* Raph (VIC) – Artist, Clothing Label Owner (Blank Clothing), Author (Behind The Beat)
Applications are open December 10, 2009 and will be closing 22 February 2010. The worthy recipient will be announced 31 March 2010.

Who can apply?
To be eligible for the HTH initiative you must be:
- Emerging Australian based Hip Hop artists or groups who have not released an album professionally/commercially.
- Applicants of any age (but it is expected that you will be in the early stages of your career).
- Applicants must be Australian citizens or must have been legal residents of Australia for the past two (consecutive) years.
- Previous recipients of the HTH Initiative are not able to apply.
- Applicant must be an APRA member or have at least made application to join APRA. For more information on joining APRA go to http://www.apra-amcos.com.au
- APRA employees (and their immediate families) are ineligible to enter.

What is the grant for?
The grant is for costs associated with manufacturing, marketing and distributing a CD of at least five original songs. This can include:
- Mastering
- CD artwork/design
- Marketing and promotional materials
- Postal and administrative costs associated directly with the project
- Manufacturing
Please note, the grant does not cover:
- Recording costs
- Merchandising
- Equipment purchases

Entry form

APRA website


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