Author: Jim Steps

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B wiv Deece – Rise In Peace Album Sampler

Jim Steps

After helping mate Maundz release his album sampler late last week, B wiv Deece has been inspired to release a sample of his debut album Rise in Peace dropping mayday 2010. You can check that out below.here. Also the long-awaited B wiv Deece t-shirt is finally here! This top quality tee features illustrations taken from the upcoming Rise in Peace album artwork. For a limited time the guys are offering a bonus Ritual Law EP (CD)with your t-shirt purchase for only $25! Grab yours B wiv Deece – Rise In Peace Album Sampler Continue reading B wiv Deece – Rise In Peace Album Sampler

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Undertow – Mind Believing (May 10)

Jim Steps

Undertow is no stranger to the stage – under the alias DTech MC, he’s rocked the mic at drum&bass and breaks events week-in, week-out for years, touring nationally, fronting Triple J Unearthed winning live dnb/grime/electronica act Kobra Kai and emceeing alongside nearly every A-list drum&bass international that has arrived in Australia. There is something about hip hop, though, that makes Undertow keep coming back to it. The opportunity to combine lyrical complexity, a deep engagement with real life – topics like Australian youth culture, love, mental illness and friends who have passed away – with the energy, the showmanship and … Continue reading Undertow – Mind Believing (May 10)

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Exclusive track for Reload – “Cambodian Rock” by Trials & ADFU

Jim Steps

This is an exclusive (promo?) track for the new Reload by Ironlak, titled Cambodian Rock by Trails and ADFU (The Theory of Face). We don’t have much more info on the actual track itself but we hope eventually it will be available in some format. Until then enjoy. Credits below: *DISCLAIMER* No railway property was harmed during the making of this video. WARNING: This product is NOT to be used for illegal or malicious damage. Music: Exclusive track for Reload – “Cambodian Rock” by Trials & ADFU (The Theory of Face) Shot: Luke Shirlaw and Selina Miles. Cut: Selina Miles. Continue reading Exclusive track for Reload – “Cambodian Rock” by Trials & ADFU

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360 flips Lisa Mitchell’s Do You Have A Dollar (Coin Laundry)

Jim Steps

Soulmate Records and emcee 360 dropped a link today containing a download to a free flipped version of the Lisa Mitchell song Do You Have A Dollar (Coin Laundry). You can check out the track below and also download a copy for yourself. 360 has been hard at work recording his upcoming album Falling and Flying which is due around June/July. In related news, 360’s label Soulmate Records, recently announced that they have partnered up with EMI. You can read more about that marriage here. Continue reading 360 flips Lisa Mitchell’s Do You Have A Dollar (Coin Laundry)

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Space Invadas annouce tour with Koolism

Jim Steps

Space Invadas video clip Done It Again is here! Starring Katalyst and Steve Spacek. Featuring Alex Young, Pat Torres, Warren Jackson and Fantine. The clip was directed by Nick Fogarty, who produced Art V Science J Award winning video for “Parlez-Vous Francais?” The monochromatic treatment creates a world where the artist is floating in an undefined space. The world of the “Space Invadas”. Dont miss the Space Invadas album launch show in your city. Get your tickets now. Come witness the landing of SOUL:FI,  Space Invadas live band with special guests plus Koolism giving you a taste on their forthcoming … Continue reading Space Invadas annouce tour with Koolism

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Maundz – Mr Nobody Album Sampler

Jim Steps

Here it is people, an 8 track preview taken from the upcoming Maundz album Mr Nobody. The full album will be 17 tracks deep, so this is just a snippet of what to expect. Mr Nobody will drop May 7 and it will surely make a splash. Make sure you hold on to something when you hear the sampler or you may be blown away! We dropped the link for the free download of the track No Concern, if you missed that you can pick it up direct here. Alongside Maundz, guests include Verbal Kent (US), Shawn Lov (US), Fluent … Continue reading Maundz – Mr Nobody Album Sampler

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First 500 copies of The Out Of Money Experience come with Optimoney!

Jim Steps

On recent return from a ‘management speak’ workshop (ManSpeak2010 – not to be confused with the instructional ‘how to speak like a man’ workshops – ManlySpeak2010) we’d like to take this time to ‘touch base’ and ‘help us to help you’ (to help us) by having a brief discussion about The Optimen’s latest project The ‘We Currently Have Our Funds Tied Up In Private Offshore Ventures‘ album (‘The Out Of Money Experience‘). Just as an ‘FYI’ about the release of this album, you can actually ‘TCB’ your purchasing prospects ‘asap’ by pre-ordering ‘The Out Of Money Experience‘ from JB HiFi. … Continue reading First 500 copies of The Out Of Money Experience come with Optimoney!

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Torcha and B-Don – Frozen State album launch

Jim Steps

After much anticipation, Frozen State by Torcha and B-Don, was recently released in stores Australia-wide and online internationally. To celebrate Torcha & B-Don will be performing this Friday March 26 @ The Beach Rd Hotel, Bondi @ 10pm. The line-up includes: Def Wish Cast Torcha & B-Don feat. SQZ Mike Who and DJ Ability This is a free event so make sure you get down and show your love. You can add Torcha and B-Don on Facebook here. Be sure to grab Frozen State, you can get that here. Continue reading Torcha and B-Don – Frozen State album launch

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Kid Koala Presents The Slew: Live – Seth Sentry announced as National Support

Jim Steps

With excitement building for Kid Koala Presents The Slew hitting Australian stages for the first time in May, it is with great pleasure that we announce Seth Sentry as national support for the tour (except Perth). After being Unearthed by Triple J early last year and receiving a prestigious J Award nomination at year’s end, the fresh-faced Melbourne emcees highly celebrated and acclaimed track The Waitress Song (taken from the debut extended player The Waiter Minute EP) set the record for the most downloaded track ever on triplejunearthed.com (over 46,000) and ended up taking out the 31st position in the … Continue reading Kid Koala Presents The Slew: Live – Seth Sentry announced as National Support

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Horrorshow Inside Story Tour – Melbourne Show Review

Jim Steps

Joey Smiles hits the Horrorshow – Inside Story Tour in Melbourne here’s what he had to say: Horrorshow and Spit Syndicate took to the stage in Melbourne on Friday night for some unforgettable live hip hop. The sold out show nearly tore the roof off The Evelyn Hotel and was testament to the growing fanbase these groups have been receiving across the country. Doors opened about 9:30pm and Melbourne local Tys opened up with some tight, original raps over some well-known instrumental tracks including Roots Manuva’s Witness The Fitness and DJ Shadow’s chilled masterpiece Midnight In A Perfect World. Spit … Continue reading Horrorshow Inside Story Tour – Melbourne Show Review

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That’s Them chat to allaussie hip hop + exclusive new track

Jim Steps

allaussie hip hop caught up with Sarm from the crew That’s Them during the week. We ask emcee Sarm about their new track titled That’s Us, which is the crews first track working within the grime genre. We also find out the story behind the You Won’t Remix, label news and what’s to come from That’s Them. Read on…. For those who don’t know, tell us a bit more about the crew that is, That’s Them? That’s Them is a 2 man crew made up of Myself (Sarm) and Nebs. We both emcee, Nebs looks after all the production and … Continue reading That’s Them chat to allaussie hip hop + exclusive new track

Top Billin

M-Phazes on Top Billin Radio

Jim Steps

The other night M-Phazes dropped some knowledge on the making of his album with DJ Sheriff Rosco (Top Billin). He also previewed a few exclusive joints you won’t hear anywhere else for a while. Rosco was dope enough to upload the show for all to enjoy, check that out below. Playlist: We Didn’t Forget, Sorry – Force & Sparts Life Line f/ One.Be.Lo. (prod. Jake One) – Kam Moye aka Supastition Streets of M.A. f/ Termanology, Reks, Slaine – Statik Selektah Dangerous (Show Off) f/ JFK & Statik Selektah – Reks By Myself – Rasco She Makes Me Fell Alright … Continue reading M-Phazes on Top Billin Radio

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Win a free copy of The Sounds Of Wings EP

Jim Steps

Coptic Soldier is preparing for his debut EP release teaming up with Sydney singer Miriam Waks for eight top tracks on The Sound of Wings EP. The guys over at Rhythm & Poetry are giving you the chance to win a copy of The Sound of Wings EP, but you have to be quick. Here’s how you do it. 1. Start by Logging into Twitter (if you don’t have an account, go get one) 2. follow my man Coptic Soldier (@copticsoldier) 3. Tweet the below phrase, in it’s entirety, unedited Exclusive leak of @copticsoldier & Miriam Waks-Burn Churches feat. @mac_lethal … Continue reading Win a free copy of The Sounds Of Wings EP

Obese Records

Mantra debuts new single/video from Power Of The Spoken

Jim Steps

Obese Records’ exciting new signing Mantra has released the first single and video from his highly anticipated debut album. The M-Phazes produced track, I Hereby Stand, is the album’s right hook, the telling of Mantra’s coming of age and laying a gauntlet to his future. The video accompaniment for the track was shot and directed by The Artifact (Gully Platoon, Dialectrix) and features the no-nonsense attitude Mantra embodies; gritty, hard-hitting, and to the point. Links to both audio and Myspace can be seen below. Mantra will soon head out as featured support for Urthboy’s upcoming tour and will appear at … Continue reading Mantra debuts new single/video from Power Of The Spoken

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The Optimen – 80’s Babies

Jim Steps

Though the title might sound like a desperate plea for help in these trying times of economic uncertainty or, more predictably, the old as the ages cliché of the starving artist, The Out Of Money Experience is really anything but. This much-anticipated sophomore album by The Optimen (The OPees to their friends – and they can take all the friends they can get) is the result of work: hard work. The sort of work that keeps you up late at night and makes you late for the next day’s “working for the man”. And it shows. The three original members … Continue reading The Optimen – 80’s Babies

Soul Connect Records

NJE – From The Outside Looking In

Jim Steps

NJE is a solo hip hop artist hailing from Campbelltown in Sydney Australia, (Originally born in New Zealand). He has always had a love & passion for Hip Hop and started writing in 1999. In December 2005 he released his debut album NJE – Life’s Scripturez, without a label which he self distributed to various stores around AUS such as JB HI FI & online… In May 2008 NJE followed up his debut with a new mixtape titled The Independent Hustlers Mixtape with DJ D-Kutz, to give his fans a taste of what to expect in the future. The mixtape … Continue reading NJE – From The Outside Looking In

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Hilltop Hoods get V8 ride with Todd Kelly at Clipsal 500

Jim Steps

Todd Kelly, a big fan of the hip-hop group The Hilltop Hoods, was excited to take emcee Pressure and DJ Debris for some hot laps around the Adelaide street circuit, shortly before the pair were to join fellow band member Suffa on-stage in the Friday evening concert at the Clipsal 500. The ARIA-award winning group, who have two previous Australian number one albums to their credit, are also keen motor sport fans and were understandably thrilled following their rides. The Funkoars, Lowrider and The Midnight Juggernauts also played on the night, with thousands of fans packing out the Clipsal track in anticipation of one spectacular event. Punters were not … Continue reading Hilltop Hoods get V8 ride with Todd Kelly at Clipsal 500

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allaussie hip hop’s monthly cook up: Urthboy – Beef & Burgundy Pie (Sauce of the Gods)

Jim Steps

It’s time yet again for the allaussie hip hop’s monthly cook up. This time the man behind the hotplate is none other than emcee Urthboy. Let’s get right into it with his: Beef & Burgundy Pie (Sauce of the Gods) My best version of this pie came about the night after I cooked a pot roast, using the left-over meat, but you can use casserole steak or whatever red meat you like. Ingredients – change portions to suit the size of the pie * Steak – I would say, heaps. Like, over 1kg for sure. Don’t starve your peoples – … Continue reading allaussie hip hop’s monthly cook up: Urthboy – Beef & Burgundy Pie (Sauce of the Gods)

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Gully Platoon hit Sydney

Jim Steps

Basic Equipment/Joint adventure proudly present: Pegz, Dialectrix and Joe New are Gully Platoon, Obese Records hip hop heavy weights will hit Sydney soon to celebrate their amazing album The Great Divide. If you missed them at the Block Party, here is your chance. Supported by some of Sydney’s finest emcees and DJ’s. You know this will be a show not to miss. Full line up includes: Gully Platoon (Pegz, Dialectrix, Joe New and the legendary DJ 2Buck) Scott Burns and DJ Mathmatics (Lookup) Herb Rock (celebrating the release of the Morning Sun EP), more TBA soon. April 30th – Sydney, … Continue reading Gully Platoon hit Sydney

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LookUp presents Re-Up 2

Jim Steps

The 2nd Annual ReUP Festival returns…one massive day of hip hop performances, battles and assorted goodness. Full line up includes: Thundamentals, Def Wish Cast, Dialextrix, That’s Them, Swarmy, Class A & Nikkita, Dialy Meds. LC Beats plus Rivals beatbox session. Two-Up hosted by Ozi Batla. DJ’s PSYKEone, Ology, 2Buck and Mathmatics Battles: Beatfighter beatmakers battle Black Book marker battle Feeding Time emcee battle Hosted by DJ Mathmatics and Scott Burns. This will all happen on Anzac Day, April 25. Tickets onsale tomorrow. (March 16) In other LookUp related news, last Friday Scott Burns stated that “If the Dragons win tonight, … Continue reading LookUp presents Re-Up 2

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Soulmate partner with EMI Music

Jim Steps

Rising hip-hop and electronic label Soulmate Records has partnered with EMI Music Australia to release and distribute a number of upcoming musical projects. Soulmate, founded in 2006 and based in Melbourne, boasts an artist roster including: * Pez – 2009 ARIA Award Nominee, 2009 AIR Award Winner and #7 in 2009’s Triple J Hottest 100 for The Festival Song. * 360 – next wave hip-hop artist and co-writer of Pez’s – The Festival Song. The first release coming out will be 360’s sophomore album, drawing on influences as diverse as Santigold, Daft Punk, and Lil Wayne to create a wildly … Continue reading Soulmate partner with EMI Music

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allaussie hip hop’s spotlight on: Fraksha

Jim Steps

As a member of the UK group Nine High, Fraksha has consistently displayed a level of skill to put him up there with the big boys. Playing shows extensively around the UK alongside most of the scene’s heavyweights including such artists as Skinnyman, Klashnekoff, and Blak Twang has given him the ability to hype crowds of any kind impressing fans and peers alike with his wordplay and presence in the live arena. In 2006 after having sold out two well received mix-tapes in the UK, Fraksha and Nine High made the move out to Australia where they had previously made … Continue reading allaussie hip hop’s spotlight on: Fraksha

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Another Independent closing down

Jim Steps

After 25 plus years in business Big Star Records city store sadly shuts up shop this week. The iconic store which has been the place to buy music for generations of punters in Adelaide has also showcased many big acts with its basement mini-gigs over the years. The likes of Blink 182, Weezer, The Tea Party and You Am I having all played free shows to the hundred or so punters that could squeeze downstairs. The closure adds yet another store to the list of independent records outlets in Adelaide that have dropped off the twig since the early 2000s … Continue reading Another Independent closing down

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M-Phazes produces another banger

Jim Steps

M-Phazes is at it again, this time hooking up with Brooklyn-based emcee Frank B, for his forthcoming album Just Being Frank. Frank B is the Marine Park,  Brooklyn-based emcee & former contestant on Missy Elliot’s television series The Road To Stardom which aired in 2005. The Other Side Of Brooklyn is the debut single to Frank B’s forthcoming album Just Being Frank. This track is produced  by M-Phazes and features scratches from Coalmine’s C.E.O. & founder, DJ Dutchmaster. This record pays homage to the ‘other’, lesser referenced neighborhoods in the county of kings and includes features and production from Sean … Continue reading M-Phazes produces another banger

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Decked Out TV

Jim Steps

There has been a few changes to the line up schedule for Decked Out TV. Due to a lack of funding, they guys have decided to run 3 live shows instead of 5, and put all our headline act’s on the 3. On the last show we saw Mystro headline with the Indigenous Intrudaz. Below you can check out some of the Decked Out TV highlights plus the promo vid. The next show penciled in for April 9, will feature some of Queensland’s finest. On the line up we have DJ Sanchez (SA), PJ, Pure Product, Sneaky T, Rainman and … Continue reading Decked Out TV

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27 Politics – The Prima Facie Mixtape (March 27)

Jim Steps

Prima Facie Definition: noun – A legal term meaning ‘at first appearance; at first view’ This is an upcoming release for the label Rawlab Entertainment. 27 Politics consisting of emcees T and Gzutek, will drop The Prima Facie Mixtape on March 27. The Prima Facie Mixtape is exactly what the name suggests, acting as a prelude to a yet to be titled debut from newly formed crew 27 Politics. At first listen one may recognise some of the classic beats within minutes anyone will agree that this is a mixtape – jacked beats and all. However, on the appropriately titled … Continue reading 27 Politics – The Prima Facie Mixtape (March 27)

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Inside Plutonic Lab

Jim Steps

Here are some pics we thought you may find interesting. Thrown up by the man that’s responsible for some of the dopest production in this country – Plutonic Lab. Please note pic 4: Melbourne-based soul artist Jess Harlen debuts her anticipated full length album Neon Heartache, the first release from the freshly launched Plethora Records. Titled Watch The Water, this song is the first sample of music from the heralded musical collaboration between Harlen (named ‘Best Unsigned Artist’ at the 2007 Urban Music Awards) and 2008 ARIA Nominee and 2009 Mercury Prize Winner (for his work with Speech Debelle) Plutonic … Continue reading Inside Plutonic Lab

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Phunnymoney – Cypher Round Vol.1 ; Droppin’ Shit

Jim Steps

Phunnymoney is a Sydney based, born and breed beat maker with a lifelong passion for music, collecting rare records and finding those breaks that make it all worthwhile. Phunnymoney’s new CD: Cypher Round Vol.1 ; Droppin’ Shit is available now as a free digital. The CD has many elements that are typical of the style Phunnymoney is known for like heavy drums, deep booming bass with a warm analogue sound. Back in 1999 Phunnymoney was competing nationally as a battle DJ. Proving to himself and the Hip Hop Australian scene what he is capable of. Not only with his scratching, … Continue reading Phunnymoney – Cypher Round Vol.1 ; Droppin’ Shit

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Man faces court charged for bumping Kid Selzy album

Jim Steps

An interesting articled was pointed out to us today, involving Melbourne emcee Kid Selzy. The article titled ‘Come listen to the creep show’ by Matt Neal, appeared on ‘The Standards’ (newspaper) website. Now it’s worth a read as Kid Selzy is asked for his opinion on the matter. One of the highlights from the article is Kid Selzy’s stance on the music that he finds offensive, good stuff. It is reported that this is the first time anyone has been charged under Australian law with offensive behaviour for listening to music. Article below: A WARRNAMBOOL court case could have ramifications … Continue reading Man faces court charged for bumping Kid Selzy album