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Grifters Inc – New EP (Special Pre-Order deal)

Jim Steps

About a three years ago, Trumps and Kast started making music together. About one year ago they released their first album; A Creature Of The Night, under the name Grifters Inc. An acrobatic year full of leaps and bounds later, they are back with their new EP, Checkout Chicks, Bargirls and Goths. The eight-track release is the second chapter in the life of Trumps, delivered over the uniquely constructed production of Kast. For a very limited time, there is a pre-order offer available at the guy’s website here. Head to the site and fill in your details to cop this … Continue reading Grifters Inc – New EP (Special Pre-Order deal)

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MC Pressures Drunken Lamb Comp – Now Closed

Jim Steps

Thanks go out to all of those who entered the MC Pressure’s Drunken Lamb comp. The response was overwhelming, and the competition is now closed. allaussie hip hop are now undertaking the huge task that it is, sorting through all of the entries and coming up with a decisive winner. The winner will take home, Levelheaded’s new release The Spice Of Life and also Horrorshows – Inside Story, they will also receive an allaussie hip hop pack; which includes some dope aussie hip hop posters and also the rare allaussie hip hop bumper sticker. Stay tuned next week as we … Continue reading MC Pressures Drunken Lamb Comp – Now Closed

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CLASS-A ‘New single- So Bad’

Jim Steps

Based in the Melbourne, Class-A is an office chick by day who just happens to moonlight as an underground rap star. Voted Best Female MC in the OzHipHop.Com Awards in 2008 is currently completing work on her official debut release entitled Me, Me, Me, and Him: The Secret Life of a Receptionist. The cheeky lyricist now offers up a brand new single ‘So Bad’ produced by one of Australia’s biggest names in hip-hop production, M-Phazes. Class A had this to say about ‘So Bad’ and her upcoming EP: This is off my EP titled – ‘Me me me me and … Continue reading CLASS-A ‘New single- So Bad’

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MC Whisper – New Album ‘ In Good Company’ 2010

Jim Steps

Melbourne-based MC Whisper, has just released a new video clip. MC Whisper had a quick chat with allaussie hip hop and he had this to say: “I’m really excited about the clip, cos we’ve been workin on it for a minute! The track is called, ‘Stand Up’, and the beat was produced by M-Phazes, featuring Lee Sissing on the hook. It also features a whole bunch of the Obese Records fam.” It’s a bit of a milestone for me, as I’ve been producing beats for other hip-hop peeps for the last 4 years, since my group Equills released their LP, … Continue reading MC Whisper – New Album ‘ In Good Company’ 2010

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Calling all hip hop DJ + Producers

Jim Steps

Reckon you’ve got what it takes to play to 80,000 people? SPIN DJ COMP is back in 2010 looking for Adelaide’s hottest DJ talent to hit the decks at the Adelaide Fringe Opening Night Party on 19 February, 2010. Now in its fourth year, SPIN DJ COMP has been the springboard for talents such as Track Team (2007), Carter Bros (2008) and DJ Well Being (2009). SPIN DJ COMP will open for entries on Thursday 3 December and is encouraging DJs of all levels of experience to send in a mix… you never know – you might be the one … Continue reading Calling all hip hop DJ + Producers

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The Kick Kick Snare Producer Battle – SA

Jim Steps

Adelaide is holding its first ever Producer Battle – tonight. The Kick Kick Snare Producer Battle is a coming together of some of the finest established and up and coming producers Adelaide has to offer. This is an opportunity for these musical prophets to display their skills in a competitive environment and be recognised for their endless hours of effort in refining the classic art of Hip Hop production.” This is a first for Adelaide and its about time that the masterminds behind the music get a chance to flex their skills. The battle format will be similar to a … Continue reading The Kick Kick Snare Producer Battle – SA

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Vote For JJJ Album Of The Year (aussie hip hop style)

Jim Steps

Richard Kingsmill from Triple J will countdown the Top 10 albums of the year voted by you on the final ever ‘2009’ on December 13. He will also be going through his Top 10 album list and maybe contacting you to talk about the albums you’ve loved from this year. To vote all you have to do is submit you selection online via the website below. To make it easier for everyone out there we have narrowed the list down to as many  ‘aussie hip hop’  releases only. Please note Chasm and Vida Sunshyne’s release Move is incorrectly labeled as … Continue reading Vote For JJJ Album Of The Year (aussie hip hop style)

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Thundamentals – National Wake Up Tour

Jim Steps

NSW hip-hop collective Thundamentals have embarked on their first national headlining tour in support of their recently released full length, Sleeping On Your Style! After successful runs supporting Astronomy Class and shows on the Obese Records Block Party Tour, Thundamentals will cross the country hitting major cities and regional locations on a trek dubbed the Wake Up Tour! The tour kicked off in Sydney on October 30th with an eclectic lineup featuring the improvisational comedy/hip hop troupe Sketch The Rhyme. The tour will see the group perform live alongside labelmate Mantra on select dates and will wrap up in Perth … Continue reading Thundamentals – National Wake Up Tour

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Phatchance – Inkstains Review/Interview

Jim Steps

Today has seen the official release of Phatchance’s debut solo album, entitled Inkstains. As we do, allaussie hip hop has prepared a review of the album plus also some questions that we threw at Chance regarding his debut solo release, dropping via Obese Records Distribution. This project has been a real labor of love and features production from some of Phatchances’ closet mates including Adit (Horrorshow), Konfuzion, Akouo, Elgen, DJ Hoppa & One Above. It also features contributions from the likes of 360, Smiles Again (Mind Over Matter), Joyride & HR King. Inkstains is 12 tracks deep, and comes in … Continue reading Phatchance – Inkstains Review/Interview

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The Optimen – The Out Of Money Experience 2010

Jim Steps

It’s been a long time coming but it appears there is finally movement at The Optimen base camp. Over the last few days, we have seen the opening of the their new Myspace, also an update of their website (pic above), and the official announcement of the new album, The Out Of Money Experience. The Out of Money Experience will be dropping in (about) March next year.You can download the first single of the album, Fire Fighters, for free (and it’s a banger) via their website here. Fans of Lazy Grey should also check out Something in the Air feat. … Continue reading The Optimen – The Out Of Money Experience 2010

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Spit Syndicate – The Tongue – Chasm & Vida Update

Jim Steps

Three of Sydneys premier acts are teaming up to see 2009 off with a massive night of slamming hip-hop and reggae-infused jams. On Friday the 18th of December, the Oxford Art Factory will host Spit Syndicate, The Tongue and Chasm & Vida Sunshyne in what is sure to be one of the biggest nights on the local music calendar. After bursting onto the Australian hip-hop scene last year with an ARIA-nominated album and two national tours, Sydney wonderkids Spit Syndicate have been relatively quiet in 2009 as they prepare their sophomore record. They are breaking their 12-month hiatus with their … Continue reading Spit Syndicate – The Tongue – Chasm & Vida Update

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Obese Records & GDH Events Present:

Jim Steps

Obese Records and GDH Events are proud to present a huge night of aussie hip hop for those in and around Geelong. The gig will be happening December 12, 2009. Since joining forces in 2001, Muph & Plutonic have propelled themselves into the heart of Australian Hip-Hop and the wider music scene. The evolution of their cumulative talents has shone through both their unique live show and their stand-out albums, Hunger Pains (2004), Silence The Sirens (2006) and now their third and most mature album to date, And Then Tomorrow Came. Regarded among this country’s finest Hip Hop acts, the … Continue reading Obese Records & GDH Events Present:

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Hilltop Hoods guest Program Rage

Jim Steps

For the last big week of AusMusic month, rage has invited aussie hip hop kings the Hilltop Hoods to guest program with a playlist including all their favs like Mos Def, Pharoahe Monch, Sia, Jay-Z, Sigur Ros, Brother Ali, Jungle Brothers and great stories about first meeting their influences. The Hilltop Hoods are on rage from 10.00am Saturday morning on ABC1 (if you sleep in, never fear, you can catch the repeat on ABC2 at 5.00pm) then they are sticking around into the wee small hours with you starting from 11.25pm Saturday night on ABC1. The full program list is … Continue reading Hilltop Hoods guest Program Rage

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Chasm + Vida Sunshyne ‘Move’ Album Launch Reminder

Jim Steps

He is Chasm, Sydney-based producer-extraordinaire she is Melbourne-by-way-of-Ghana’s Vida-Sunshyne. Together they are an electric collaboration of musical talent; one half behind the boards, creating the template for a limitless sonic foundation. The other, centre stage; creating the connection between performer and listener. Come celebrate the launch of their album Move which traverses the global spectrum of Soul, Reggae and Hip Hop raising the bar for Australian music. Featuring Ozi Batla, Damajah, DJ‘s El Squire, Prince Valium & Sir Robbo. Hosted by Kween G (KillaQueenz). This Friday November 27 @ Melt. 12 Kellett Street, 10pm until the break of dawn. $15 … Continue reading Chasm + Vida Sunshyne ‘Move’ Album Launch Reminder

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Crate Creeps and Prue Product Albums 2010

Jim Steps

Both the Crate Creeps and Pure Product have their own albums coming up for release in early 2010 and DJ Butcher and 4th thought they’d do a short track for Myspace (here) and Youtube (above) to let everyone know that shit is happening and that new albums are in the works!! Crate Creeps consists of DJ Butcher and Tommy Illfigga and are two like-minded producers who, with a similar sound became friends. After producing music separately for over 6 years each they have united to form The Crate Creeps. The guys are currently working on a 18 track compilation release, … Continue reading Crate Creeps and Prue Product Albums 2010

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Funkoars sign with Golden Era Records

Jim Steps

Big news today for all aussie hip hop fans (see what we did there), with the release of not only The Hilltop Hoods deluxe editions (The Calling, The Hard Road and The Hard Road: Restrung), drop today but we also got the announcement that The Funkoars have officially signed on the dotted line with Golden Era Records. This is the first signing, that we know of to take place with Golden Era, and hails an exciting time for not only The Funkoars but also the Hilltops. The Oars were kind enough to send us a message regarding the latest news … Continue reading Funkoars sign with Golden Era Records

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Spit Syndicate, The Tongue, Chasm & Vida Concert

Jim Steps

Three of NSW premier acts are teaming up to see 2009 off with a massive night of aussie hip-hop and reggae-infused jams. On Friday  December 18 @ the Oxford Art Factory,  Spit Syndicate, The Tongue and Chasm & Vida Sunshyne hit the stage for what is sure to be one of the biggest nights on the local music calendar. After bursting onto the aussie hip hop scene last year with an ARIA-nominated album and two national tours, Sydney wonderkids Spit Syndicate have been relatively quiet in 2009 as they prepare their sophomore record. They are breaking their 12-month hiatus with … Continue reading Spit Syndicate, The Tongue, Chasm & Vida Concert

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Hilltop Hoods – Golden Era re-release

Jim Steps

For all of the Hilltop Hoods fans out there, a reissue of The Calling, The Hard Road and The Hard Road: Restrung drops on Friday. The Golden Era re-release features brand new banging artwork, as you can see from the picture above, but thats not all – punters will also get some new songs and also some videos. The ‘missing’ track from the State Of The Art album ‘Here Come The Girls’ was played on Triple J today, we guess this will be one of the bonus tracks, and we’re happy about that. I think it will be hard not … Continue reading Hilltop Hoods – Golden Era re-release

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Drapht – New Online Store Opening Soon

Jim Steps

Drapht posted this picture, via his twitter account (Drapht on twitter) today and damn did it get us excited. It seem’s Drapht is set to release ‘The Drink Drank Dunk’ (real product name TBA) shot glass set and a whole host of ‘little goodies’ via a new online store opening soon. Details are a little thin at the moment, but as soon as we hear anything….you know the deal. Continue reading Drapht – New Online Store Opening Soon

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Ozi Batla – Paul Kelly Tribute Video

Jim Steps

Over his thirty year career Paul Kelly has released nearly twenty albums that have inspired generations of Australian musicians. His amazing back catalogue will be celebrated over two nights at the Forum Theatre in Melbourne with a host of local singers offering their interpretations of some of his classic songs. Here’s the list of vocalists who performed: Missy Higgins, John Butler, Paul Dempsey, Katy Steele, Bob Evans, Ozi Batla, Dan Kelly, Clare Bowditch, Jae Laffer, Adalita, Dan Sultan and Megan Washington. Ozi Batla performed two songs on the night, Sydney From a 727 and Careless. YouTube has a video clip … Continue reading Ozi Batla – Paul Kelly Tribute Video

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Levelheaded – The Spice Of Life Review

Jim Steps

Levelheaded began making aussie hip hop during high school in the late nineties with a group of friends on a budget set-up in the Adelaide Hill. Most of the stuff thrown down consisted of drunken freestyles and scribbled down raps that never made it our of Debate’s parents house. In 2001, Levs and a few mates formed Train of Thought, In 2002 the  guys released a demo that sold over 500 copies and played shows with artist such as Hilltop Hoods, Hyjack & Torcha, Crossbred Mongrels, Pegz, Funkoars, After Hours, the list goes on. One of the early highlights Levs … Continue reading Levelheaded – The Spice Of Life Review

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Dust Tones 4th Birthday

Jim Steps

Dust Tones is a weekly party mashing it up in true hip hop spirit. Every Friday at the Beach Rd Hotel, Bondi from 8pm to 12am, come check out the best international and local talent for FREE. Since November 2005 Dust Tones has been bringing you everything from beats, breaks, dancehall, global, funk, dub, hip hop, and reggae on a now weekly basis. This week Dust Tones celebrates it’s 4th Birthday with Thundamentals, Chasm & Vida-Sunshyne, Noodles + Noel Boogie, DJ Ability + Mike Who and Bentley hitting the stage with true aussie hip hop flavour. Come down and help … Continue reading Dust Tones 4th Birthday

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DJ Debris Wins ARIA for Best Engineering

Jim Steps

This year the category of Engineer of the Year rounded out with two equal winners who worked with very different genres of music. Hilltop Hoods member, DJ Debris (Barry Francis) has been recognised for his work on State Of The Art, the follow up to the Hilltop Hoods 2006 ARIA Award winning album, The Hard Road. Greg Wales who engineered and produced for You Am I, was the other winner. The 23rd Annual ARIA Awards will be held Thursday, November 26 at Acer Arena. Continue reading DJ Debris Wins ARIA for Best Engineering

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Graffiti Watch

Jim Steps

It seems everyone wants to stamp out graffiti these days and a new technology dubbed E-Nose could be the answer. The following article appeared in the Sydney Morning Herald, highlighting the fact that it’s going to become harder and harder for graffiti artists to bomb certain areas while making it easier and easier for the police to bust people in the act. With the help of chemical sensors mounted to any wall, a secret SMS can be sent to police as soon as paint touches the surface. Trails are still continuing around the nation with reports that one location has … Continue reading Graffiti Watch

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Fluent Form & Discourse on your radio

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Fluent and his main man Discourse took over hosting duties on Top Billin’, playing new joints from the album, plus a whole bunch of their favorite underground tunes. You can listen to that here. Make sure you check out Fluent Form’s latest offering The Furnace, you won’t be disappointed. Tracklisting: Take Notice f/ Brad Strut & Ciecmate – Fluent Form What’s Your Worth – Prowla Every Step – Fluent Form Bounty Hunters f/ Bob Balans & Trem – Brad Strut Rocketship – OneBeLo Worlds Collide – The Arsonists On Ya Feet – Wordsworth Suicidal Failure – Cage Paper Chase Days … Continue reading Fluent Form & Discourse on your radio

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Still Standing Tour Footage – Vents & Ad-Fu

Jim Steps

Diggindeeptv’s YouTube channel featured a banger of a clip from Vents and Ad-Fu on the Hilltop Hoods Still Standing Tour. If your in Adelaide this weekend we’d recommend that you head on down to the show grounds and catch the Still Standing tour live and in all it’s glory. This clip got us in the mood and I’m sure it will get you going too. This would quickly remind some why Vents is such a crowd fav. Vents will surely be dropping a new release sometime in 2010, let’s hope it’s sooner rather than later. VENTS & AD-FU – STILL … Continue reading Still Standing Tour Footage – Vents & Ad-Fu

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Horrorshow – Inside Story JJJ Feature Album

Jim Steps

If you haven’t heard, Horrorshow’s Inside Story is Triple J’s feature album of the week. It’s great to see that the lads are getting the props they deserve for this truely awsome album. Horrorshow are constantly noted as one of the most exciting prospects on the aussie hip hop scene, through excellent live shows and much-loved songs.  If you haven’t already, check out allaussie hip hop’s review of Inside Story here to get the full run down. You can catch Horrorshow as a part of the Spitshine Tour with Urthboy in Fremantle this weekend, November 12. You can get tickets … Continue reading Horrorshow – Inside Story JJJ Feature Album

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allaussie hip hop’s spotlight on: Pokerbeats

Jim Steps

You may have heard the name Pokerbeats floating around the traps lately and if you have it’s for good reason. Pokerbeats is a 25-year-old hip hop producer from Regensburg, Germany (around one hour from Munich for those geography heads). Pokerbeats has worked with variety of artists in a variety of locations from Austria, Switzerland, Japan, America and more of late Australia. For someone who lives so far away he has been working with some big names in the Australian scene. Pokerbeats first hit the aussie shores after he did a beat for the Hilltop Hoods track She’s So Ugly, which … Continue reading allaussie hip hop’s spotlight on: Pokerbeats

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Children to face jail for carrying a spray can?

Jim Steps

An interesting article was posted on the ABC news website a few hours ago here, regarding the new measures  the NSW Government are putting in place in part of a graffiti crackdown. Children could be imprisoned for up to six months if they are caught carrying cans of spray paint without a legitimate reason. Elva Darnell wrote the following story: Children in New South Wales could be imprisoned for up to six months if they are caught carrying cans of spray paint without a legitimate reason. The new measures are part of a crackdown on graffiti. The State Government will … Continue reading Children to face jail for carrying a spray can?