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Bliss N Eso – Biggest ever national tour! The Running On Air Tour 2011

Jim Steps

It’s been speculated about for months, and now its official. Bliss N Eso are taking their explosive live show on the road for their biggest ever Australian tour. After what was without-doubt their biggest 12 months ever, with a #1 ARIA debut, a platinum album, international touring, headlining slots on some of the country’s biggest festivals and main stage Big Day Out performances that blew tens of thousands away. The trio are renowned for their spectacular audio-visual live experience that has set a new benchmark in the genre, and they promise that this will be their biggest and best tour … Continue reading Bliss N Eso – Biggest ever national tour! The Running On Air Tour 2011

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2010 Look-Back Series #3: Mixed Alliance

Jim Steps

Born and raised on the busy streets of Burn City, Matte Blac and Paddy G have fused a passion for Hip Hop and Funk Rhythms and together have formed Mixed Alliance. By blending these two music genres, they have created a unique take on the Hip Hop sound you may be use to. From humble beginnings as early as 2000, Mixed Alliance have transformed from a four man crew to the current duo. Constantly crafting their sound, and perfecting each and every rhyme, their aim is to make each song special shown through a love for Funk, Soul and Hip … Continue reading 2010 Look-Back Series #3: Mixed Alliance

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Purpose feat. Kilenm (USA) & Arkaic (UK) – New track from upcoming mixtape release

Jim Steps

Purpose is an MC/Producer from Adelaide who began making moves as a battle MC on the battle circuit from 2006 on. He was was recognized for his talents in freestyling and battling in particular when he took out the inaugural Double or Nothing MC Battle, the first Australian Scribble Jam MC Battle and the 2006 Revolver MC Battle aswell as taking the crown at many local events such as City of Verses 2 all in the same year. Soon after winning the inaugral Double or Nothing MC Battle and being recognized both nationally and internationally for his success in the … Continue reading Purpose feat. Kilenm (USA) & Arkaic (UK) – New track from upcoming mixtape release

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Dialect Interview: The Vortex, Vinyl & Video Clips

Jim Steps

aahh catches up with one of the hottest emcees in the country right now, emcee Dialect from Dialect & Despair. In the interview we talk all things Vortex related, digging, technology and how it affects our hip hop world plus much much more. Check it out. aahh: The Vortex has been out for a few months now and has been dubbed by many as one of the top albums of 2010, you’ve also toured and dropped two killer film clips. Can 2011 beat that? Dialect: We’ll have to wait and see! We are not out to rush anything we produce. … Continue reading Dialect Interview: The Vortex, Vinyl & Video Clips

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Push Over 2011

Jim Steps

Victoria’s longest-running all ages live music festival Push Over returns with a killer line-up of upcoming Aussie talent, the freshest young Victorian acts, some of the country’s most fast and furious hardcore and metal bands and a full arena of bouncing hip hop music and break dance! Firing thriller beats across four sound stages will be Melbourne’s: Anchors, Children Collide, Deez Nuts, Dream On Dreamer, Hopeless, House Vs Hurricane, Trainwreck, Metals, Oh Mercy, Owl Eyes and 2econds, plus Howl and Gold Fields from Ballarat, I Exist from Canberra, Brisbane’s Violent Soho and Last Dinosaurs, Gisbourne’s Stonefield, The Storm Picturesque from … Continue reading Push Over 2011

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Illy – The Chase Tour with M-Phazes. Supports announced including Pagen Elypsis, BBS Crew & more

Jim Steps

In less than one week, Illy has sold-out Melbourne’s iconic Corner Hotel on his upcoming national album tour! With such large demand, a second show has been added for Sunday 20 March. Be quick, this will be the last Melbourne date on the tour. A special second show in Sydney has been announced at the University of Sydney’s Manning Bar on Thursday 7 April. For WA fans, Illy and M-Phazes come your way in May playing 5 headline shows in Bunbury, Mandurah, Albany, Perth and Fremantle. In the world’s biggest voted music countdown, triple j’s Hottest 100, Illy took out … Continue reading Illy – The Chase Tour with M-Phazes. Supports announced including Pagen Elypsis, BBS Crew & more

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Plutonic & G Love’s “Vibin’ Survivin'” video

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Shot over a long day at the sold out Melbourne show, Vibin Survivin’ captured the respect between everyone involved in making this album & tour happen. Plutonic & G-Love present the brand new clip taken from the LP Moonshine Lemonade for the track Vibin’ Survivin’ Vibin’ Survivin’ – please let Triple J know you wanna hear this song! Online or text 19757555 or call 1300 0555 36 (much appreciated!!) Plutonic & G-Love’s Moonshine Lemonade instores and iTunes now. After some initial teething problems with iTunes – the album is now available! Sorry for the delay – this problem was out of … Continue reading Plutonic & G Love’s “Vibin’ Survivin’” video

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2010 Look Back #2: NJE – ‘Fall Back’ Video Clip and free download

Jim Steps

Fall Back is the 3rd video taken from NJE’s 2010 release From The Outside Looking In. The clip for Fall Back was shot in late December and was directed by Avene who shot NJE’s last video Blackout as well as vids by the likes of Tycotic & 2Loco. NJE’s 2010 album From The Outside Looking In features Mind Over Matter, Torcha, Phatchance, Danny Boy (2PAC’s former singer), Unda Dwella & Untaymable.If your interested in a copy hit up NJE on facebook via his fan page here. NJE has a thrown up a copy of Fall Back for free download, you can … Continue reading 2010 Look Back #2: NJE – ‘Fall Back’ Video Clip and free download

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DJ Skae’s A-List [Out Now]

Jim Steps

DJ Skae’s – A-List, a compilation of Hip Hop’s finest, dropped on February 18th 2011 through Green Distribution (MGM). It will be available at your local independent hip hop store as well as JBHi-Fi’s, Sanity etc. After dropping DJ Skae’s Guestlist just about a year ago, DJ Skae is back with another killer compilation album, DJ Skae’s A-List. This time Skae has chosen artists from around the country to submit songs for this compilation and Australia’s finest hip hop artists have delivered some heat. With artists from each state, Fluent Form (VIC), Draz (TAS) , D’Opus & Ro’Shambo (ACT), Torcha & … Continue reading DJ Skae’s A-List [Out Now]

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The Psyde Projects – Album launch

Jim Steps

The Psyde Projects are currently working on their second LP, while they have a single ready for release as well as a 6-track EP. Basically, they’re pretty and busy. Impressed?   Late last year during October and November saw The Psyde Projects take their sound around Australia with a national tour to promote Welcome to Boomtown, their first full-length album which they independently funded and pressed onto vinyl. Now after a small break, Melbourne’s chief party rockers and purveyors of that ol ‘Golden Age’ hip hop sound are finally ready to launch their record in their hometown of Melbourne.   … Continue reading The Psyde Projects – Album launch

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I Forget, Sorry! – Mind Over Matter: Free single download from new album ‘Just Like Fireworks’

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Mind Over Matter are set to explode with their fittingly titled sophomore album Just Like Fireworks. March 18th marks the release date from this cracker of an album. Be sure to keep an eye out for this one. Kicking things off in late 2010 with the debut single release Rappers In Wonderland, which was added to playlist on Triple J and community radio tastemakers, FBi. The new seventeen track long player is host to a melody of original and sample based beats which features a list of talented guest vocalist including; Pigeon John (US), Vida-Sunshyne, Saving Grace, Drakezilla, Jon Reichardt, … Continue reading I Forget, Sorry! – Mind Over Matter: Free single download from new album ‘Just Like Fireworks’

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Aphsub – A Taste Of The Crust (Free Download)

Jim Steps

Sevva, Sublime and Perennial are the three piece hiphop group APHSUB, formed back in 2001 in Adelaide, South Australia. They have recently released the online EP A Taste of the Crust and are set to release their debut album The Crust in the coming months. It details the working week of a typical Australian lower-middle class earner with all the ups and downs and hilarity that should come with it. Featuring artists on this album include Evan the Evolve, DJ Sercut (Formerly DJ Hacksaw) and Koncept. Koncept is from the New York based group Brown Bag Allstars and came down … Continue reading Aphsub – A Taste Of The Crust (Free Download)

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The Herd Mark 10 Years With New Single & Tour

Jim Steps

Celebrating 10 years since their debut, The Herd perform their first live shows in two years this autumn. Their first single Sum Of It All drops in March from their fifth album, due August 2011. The Herd are a culturally diverse expression of modern Australia, but they bring with them that grand Aussie tradition of storytellers ready and willing to question authority. If you’ve seen them live, you’ll also be familiar with their ability to laugh at themselves and bring the whole crowd together. Witness the heart of Elefant Traks live on stage this April. The Herd will be joined by special … Continue reading The Herd Mark 10 Years With New Single & Tour

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Turntable Tag: DJ Butcher

Jim Steps

DJ Butcher (born Alexander Steffan – 31/10/1987) is a long-time producer hailing from Beenleigh in Queensland Australia. Starting his hip hop career in 2000 in his parents garage freestyling with the likes of Toddy Montana and Truths he quickly equipped himself with a set of turntables, a computer and a stack of records.Through the early years, DJ Butcher had a knack for chopping breaks and samples from dusty records and inserting them into his own beats, giving him the nickname “The Butcher”. As time flew by the name stuck and now as a respected deejay he has honed the name … Continue reading Turntable Tag: DJ Butcher

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2010 Look-Back Series #1: “Koolta – The Deportation EP”

Jim Steps

Koolta is a 21 year old mc and producer hailing from the Adelaide Hills. In the last few years Koolta has contributed production and vocals on various local releases, such as K21’s – The Greenhouse compilation. In 2008 and 2009, Koolta shared the stage with K21 and DJ PT for a stack of shows around the country supporting the likes of the Funkoars, Drapht, Pegz, Vents, Terra Firma and C Rayz Walz. 2010 saw Koolta release his debut effort The Deportation EP. This 8 track EP written and produced entirely by Koolta is an impressive debut from this upcoming all-rounder. … Continue reading 2010 Look-Back Series #1: “Koolta – The Deportation EP”

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Elefant Traks and Select Music present ‘An Evening with Ozi Batla’

Jim Steps

Ozi Batla, the hip hop troubadour, farewells his latest project with four intimate shows in March. A prolific recording and touring artist, his 2010 LP Wild Colonial landed nominations for an AIR Award and a SMAC (FBi Radio) Award; whilst Sydney Morning Herald listed him in their Best Hip Hop of 2010. On stage is where everything makes sense for Ozi Batla – years of prowling the groggy carpet between the turntables and the foldback have left him unshakably solid on the mic. This is the final chance to see him in solo mode in 2011. Fri 4 Mar – Cambridge … Continue reading Elefant Traks and Select Music present ‘An Evening with Ozi Batla’

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Ishu presents the new single “World Domination feat. Elf Tranzporter”

Jim Steps

Following the successful release of his album A World in Progress and single Progress feat. Mantra, Ishu is releasing a second single titled World Domination feat. Elf Tranzporter. An up-tempo hip hop tune driven by regal horns and dramatic strings, with the highly skilled veteran Elf Tranzporter on the mic. Elf Tranzporter, well known for his politically charged lyricism both solo and as part of the Melbourne hip hop outfit Combat Wombat, delves into events and ethical issues in the pharmaceutical industry and conniving corporate takeover strategies. Much like the rest of the album, World Domination feat. Elf Tranzporter was … Continue reading Ishu presents the new single “World Domination feat. Elf Tranzporter”

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Coptic Soldier- The Sound of Wings 2 (Acoustic) Out Feb 18th

Jim Steps

Coptic Soldier has gone from strength to strength over the past year, his debut EP The Sound of Wings (a cross-genre collaborative effort with Sydney soul singer Miriam Waks) proved a huge hit on independent radio stations across the country, spending months in AMRAP’s Top 5 “Most Ordered To Air” charts. As well as joining Phatchance on two national headline tours and supporting many of the “whose who” of Australian Hip-Hop (Bliss N Eso, Drapht, The Herd, Pez, etc), Coptic has earned a reputation for bridging the genre gap through his close collaborations with multi-instrumentalist and producer Jon Reichardt. The … Continue reading Coptic Soldier- The Sound of Wings 2 (Acoustic) Out Feb 18th

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Fun Raiser at The Step Inn – QLD Flood Relief Gig [Tonight!!!]

Jim Steps

In an effort to lift the spirits of those affected by the recent floods in QLD, Elefant Traks CEO and all round good guy Urthboy will be headlining a Flood Fun Raiser on Thursday 3rd February at the Step Inn. Supporting him and Jane Tyrell will be Vegas Aces, Mr Hill & Desmond Cheese, with DJ Katch and DJ Butcher, hosted by Rainman. Its Donation entry so give generously, with all the proceeds of the night going to the Premiers Flood Relief Appeal. The Step Inn is also donating $1 from every beer or spirit sold so drink up (responsibly) for … Continue reading Fun Raiser at The Step Inn – QLD Flood Relief Gig [Tonight!!!]

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Eloquor – Live At St Kilda Festival [New Promo Vid]

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Myspherical Entertainment is proud to announce that local hip hop artist Eloquor will be performing at this year’s St Kilda Festival. Following the release of his album Charge, Eloquor was selected amongst 300 entrants to compete on the Nova New Music Stage with the chance to win over $5000 in prizes.  Joining Eloquor on stage will be DJ/producer 76 and a special guest appearance from vocalist Lauren Gillard. When asked about the opportunity to perform at St Kilda Festival Eloquor said, “I’m stoked to be performing at St. Kilda Fest. I’ve been dreaming of doing a show there for years. … Continue reading Eloquor – Live At St Kilda Festival [New Promo Vid]

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Rap Relief – Together (QLD Hip Hop Artists For Flood Relief)

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Queensland hip-hop talents Seven (Triple J Unearthed winner), Syntax, Vegas Aces, Choose Mics and Tommy Ill have joined forces to record a new charity single, Together, to support communities ravaged by devastating floods throughout the state. The track, recorded under the moniker of Rap Relief, is now available for download from http://www.raprelief.com for a charitable donation of AU$2.00. All proceeds from sales of Together will be donated directly to the Premier’s Flood Relief Appeal http://www.qld.gov.au/floods/donate.html, a fund set up to rebuild Queensland communities affected by the recent floods. Track producer Simon Mula (of Choose Mics) said all of the artists involved jumped … Continue reading Rap Relief – Together (QLD Hip Hop Artists For Flood Relief)

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Introducing ADL’s Very Own: “Certain Doubt”

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Introducing Certain Doubt. Pound To The Credit on production, rhymes and vocals. Conseps & Patti on the flow tip and DJ Juice on the cut. Find below a preview of three tracks taken from the upcoming EP release. We have been told this is just a taste of whats to come.  So keep those peepers pealed. Certain Doubt – We Got It Certain Doubt – Good Lord Certain Doubt – Pushing On Certain Doubt will be performing live songs on Best Kept Secret – This Friday the 4th of Feb…93.7 fm @ 8:00 pm. You can check out more on Certain … Continue reading Introducing ADL’s Very Own: “Certain Doubt”

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allaussie hip hop spotlight on: Motion

Jim Steps

Motion’s involvement in hip-hop began when he hit the scene as a B-boy in 2000. Once realising his skills in freestyling and lyricism, he entered the battle circuit and won virtually every battle held in Adelaide over a 2 year period, winning SA’s MC Battle For Supremacy and ending up as a runner up nationally in 2005. Motion is a part of Adelaide favourites Adroit Effusive, an 8 man crew that has been active since the early 2000s. He released a demo with fellow Adroit member Bornski called Introducing in 2003, and Adroit soon followed up by releasing the 2 … Continue reading allaussie hip hop spotlight on: Motion

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Simplex – Audio Biography (Available: February 18, 2011)

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Adelaide hip hop artist and Terra Firma member Simplex releases his debut solo album Audio Biography. The long awaited album is the hard hitting, thought provoking next chapter of the Adelaide sound, summarizing Simplex’s life within and outside hip hop. Tackling the issues of identity, relationships and careers, Audio Biography highlights significant events in life that all individuals go through. Describing the harsh realities of the real world, Audio Biography gives listeners a glimpse of his life: the clash of wanting to be your own person while battling society’s norms and routines. Produced entirely by Simplex, the album weaves together classic hip hop with a … Continue reading Simplex – Audio Biography (Available: February 18, 2011)

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Nostalgia Entertainment Presents “The Sampler”

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Nostalgia Entertainment have celebrated their recent launch with a FREE Sampler CD. The nine track CD features Grifters Inc (The Checkout Chicks, Bargirls and Goths EP), Realizm (Nasty Ill Filthy 12″), Dynamic Methods, DJ Faint One and more. It is the first in a three part series from Nostalgia Entertainment. The Sampler is just a taste of things to come from this camp. Link for download and hard copy information below. 5 AM Rescue Me (Sunday) Tracklisting 1. Creative Strangers pt. 1 2. Rescue Me (Sunday) 3. Art Of The ‘L’ 4. 5 AM 5. Me & You 6. Downtrodden … Continue reading Nostalgia Entertainment Presents “The Sampler”

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Urthboy and Group 120 – Letters From Jamshed (The Key Of Sea)

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Taken from The Key of Sea – a compilation of collaborations between Australian and migrant/refugee Australian artists. Artists such as Sarah Blasko, The Cat Empire and Tim Rogers team up with artists like Diafrix, Ajak Kwai and Nadia Omar and the results are quite amazing. Urthboy wrote this song, along with Count Bounce in between tours, workshops for kids in Indonesia and a regional under-age tour in NSW. “The lyrics in this song are often direct quotes from his letters so it’s accurate to say that Jamshed is my co-songwriter on this – and it’s very much his and Polly’s song. … Continue reading Urthboy and Group 120 – Letters From Jamshed (The Key Of Sea)

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Phatchance – Inkstains (Acoustic) Out Feb 18th

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After a year packed with a massive touring schedule, including two national headline tours and supports for heavyweight acts like Method Man & Redman, DJ Premier and The Beatnuts; indie Australian hip-hop artist Phatchance is ringing in 2011 with the release of a unique, acoustic hip-hop offering titled Inkstains (Acoustic). Crowned a Triple J Unearthed, MYSPACE.COM and SBA Music Featured Artist, as well as packing out venues nationally on his Inkstains and I Forget, Sorry! 2010 tours’, Phatchance has quickly become Sydney’s biggest unsigned hip-hop artist. Inkstains (Acoustic) includes acoustic renditions of popular songs from his debut album Inkstains (Build … Continue reading Phatchance – Inkstains (Acoustic) Out Feb 18th

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Bingethinkers – Where Are They Now… (Feb 11th) (Preview Tracks Up)

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Over the past half-decade, Bingethinkers have built their reputation as one of Sydney’s most dynamic hip hop outfits- electrifying audiences with their remarkable live show. The group is comprised of MC Rinse on the mic, DJ 2Buck (Dialectrix, Gully Platoon) on the decks (and beats) and producers Aeon (a member of Sydney rock/electronica act Decoder Ring) and PSYKEone on the beats. This combination of high energy, boom bap production and razor sharp lyrics create an unmatched collection of individual talent sharing a single ethos. Following up from the release of their ShelfLife Mixtape (2007), Bingethinkers formed LookUP with fellow Sydneysiders … Continue reading Bingethinkers – Where Are They Now… (Feb 11th) (Preview Tracks Up)

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Red Fox Records: City Wide Krew – Garden State EP

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From the hills of Mt Hotham to the streets of Melbourne City; from a sold out show with the Funkoars to your best mates backyard; from party raps to lyrical wisdom, City Wide Krew are about to become the one hip hop group you wished you’d heard of first. Originally a duo consisting of Fusion MC and Sammy Rocswell, City Wide Krew (aptly named, due to Fusion’s home in Melbourne and Rocswell residence in Geelong) overcame geographical distance through a mutual love of listening to and making hip hop music. Long trips down the Geelong freeway become rigueur de jour … Continue reading Red Fox Records: City Wide Krew – Garden State EP

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Crate Cartel Records are proud to announce: Raven – The Ravenous Tour 2011

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Fresh off the release of his sophomore album Ravenous 20Ten, Raven with label mates Fluent Form and Discourse and newjack Myk Reid will be bringing the album live to Australia on The Ravenous Tour in 2011. Since its release in late 2010 Ravenous 20Ten has fast been touted as one of the best albums of the year and Raven has been praised as one of the country’s best emcees. With a live performance career spanning over 5 years Raven has developed a powerful stage presence and improvisational performance full of thought provoking lyrics and neck breaking antics. This being Ravens … Continue reading Crate Cartel Records are proud to announce: Raven – The Ravenous Tour 2011