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DukeBox Bailey – Big Kitty Life

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Straight outta Inverell, making good on the promise he’s been touting for years, hip hop artist DukeBox Bailey is psyched to announce the release of his debut LP Big Kitty Life. As the news breaks that he’s been invited to play this year’s Woodford Festival, and freshly signed with respected Queensland Indigenous label Impossible Odds, DukeBox spits his original rhymes with trusty side man Terse MC, unafraid to ruminate on the largess of capitalism and materialism and the microcosm of life in a small town. His lyrics speak of a man much older than his 23 years, dealing with issues affecting … Continue reading DukeBox Bailey – Big Kitty Life

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Justice & Kaos – Superfly

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A classic coming of age tale from the babyfaced and bearded J&K. Superfly is a vibrant, urgent tune with pop and drum’n’bass influences melded together in perfect synergy to present a pristine, polished product. This is unashamedly hip hop with a pop sheen.  Superfly is taken from their weekly music series The Home indVasian 2, which has seen J&K release a song a week for the past 16 weeks (and counting) online at justiceandkaos.com/hi2. And yes the ‘2’ means this is the 2nd time they have done this. You can download Superfly here.  Official  ||  Facebook  ||  Soundcloud Continue reading Justice & Kaos – Superfly

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Urthboy feat. Jane Tyrrell – Live At The City Recital Hall

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Joined by Jane Tyrrell and band, Urthboy takes a different tact reworking songs from Smokey’s Haunt, The Signal and Spitshine, as well as the show-stopping Letters From Jamshed. Taking a lead from the (stupid/hilarious/bizarre/ off-beat) tour diary blog, this recording features a 20-page booklet with Urthboy’s observations travelling around the country playing in classic Australian theatres performing rap music to a Paul Kelly crowd. Urthboy will be supporting The Roots, Friday December 27, Horden Pavilion Sydney and also Saturday December 28, Festival Hall Melbourne. Urthboy feat. Jane Tyrrell – Live At The City Recital Hall is out now. Urthboy  ||  Elefant … Continue reading Urthboy feat. Jane Tyrrell – Live At The City Recital Hall

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True Vibenation release first single ‘Dressed To Chill’

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Dressed To Chill featuring Pukz is the first taste from True Vibenation’s upcoming sophomore album. The song is an infectious summertime tune over a laid-back beat featuring the charismatic, fluid flows of Verbaleyes and Native Wit and ‘smooth as butter’ vocals from Sydney soul-singer Pukz, along with True Vibenation’s trademark horns played by the guys themselves. True Vibenation are Dressed To Chill but there will be no relaxing for them in the coming months as they take to the road for the Dressed To Chill Tour while also locking down in the studio to put the finishing touches on their second … Continue reading True Vibenation release first single ‘Dressed To Chill’

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Moka Young – Young N Restless Out Now!

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Moka Young grew up in Cabarita Beach NSW, and now lives live on The Gold Coast and has been passionate about rap and hip hop music since he was 15 years old. For the last twelve months Moka has been working on his debut album with a range of producers and other artists. Moka’s unique sound has been heavily moulded through his love for melody driven soul music, along with his passion for hip hop. His lyrics are inspired by his life experiences and tell the story of life as he sees it. Moka has supported local and international acts … Continue reading Moka Young – Young N Restless Out Now!

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Red Bull Music Academy Tokyo 2014

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Once more, with feeling. The Red Bull Music Academy has taken its series of music festivals and workshops to cities around the world over the last 15 years, with previous stops including NYC, Toronto, London, Madrid, Melbourne, and Cape Town. We’re very glad to announce that the Academy will be hosted in Tokyo in October 2014. Tokyo is one of the world’s most iconic cities – a place that tends to inspire mythic reimagining. It’s also a city of contrasts: a place where J-pop stadium spectacles abound, but where collector culture thrives and connoisseurs of obscure funk, soul, audiophile equipment … Continue reading Red Bull Music Academy Tokyo 2014

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Heliosphere – Uncomfortable Beats

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Uncomfortable Beats presents it’s 5th Australian Beats Compilation titled Heliosphere. Uncomfortable Beats is an Australian-based music label dedicated to showcasing emerging beat-makers with an innovative, off-kilter sounds. This 13 track release showcases a diverse selection of beats from producers across Australia, with emphasis leaning towards the more mellow spectrum of electronic music. Compiled by: Able8 & Ghostsoul. Mastered by: Ghostsoul. Heliosphere is available now as a name your price download here. Official  ||  Facebook  ||  Twitter Continue reading Heliosphere – Uncomfortable Beats

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How Green EP

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How Green’s self-titled EP is an exploration through finely chopped beats. The Adelaide based artist showcases his talent for electronic song writing, and sets himself apart with his compelling sound in this six track release. As an added bonus, the EP includes remixes from Oisima and SylleStruck (Greased Up Records, DEN). How Green is available now as a name your price download here. Track listing: 1. Might Light 2. o’ o’ oh 3. Blue Lemons 4. Yes Yeah 5. Might Light (SylleStruck remix) 6. Yes Yeah (Oisima Remix) Official  ||  Facebook  ||  Twitter Continue reading How Green EP

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Miracle – Never Gets Old Official Video

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Sydney based powerhouse artist/producer Miracle releases the first single Never Gets Old off his upcoming debut album. Having toured Australia solidly over the last 12 months supporting artists including A$AP Rocky, Childish Gambino and Tyga, Miracle has been steadily honing his craft and exploring the musical boundaries, which is apparent on his new single. Teaming up with 2012 Aria Award Winning Producer Stylaz Fuego (360, Wiley, Illy, Diafrix), has helped Miracle make the transformation from being categorised as a rapper, to an artist. This musical growth has seen him deliver a stellar track featuring a fusion of hip hop, dance and … Continue reading Miracle – Never Gets Old Official Video

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Homeboy Sandman Australian Tour

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Homeboy Sandman is a musician. His genre is hip-hop. An emcee that prides himself on musical growth and evolution. Raised in Queens NY. With academic stints in New Hampshire, Philadelphia, London and Long Island. One semester short on two different graduate degrees. A couple of years of NYC Public School teaching thrown in there in between. 9th and 10th grades. Some bartending too, at the legendary Lennox Lounge in Harlem. That’s where Shaft used to drink. December 2006 he decides to cut all that miscellaneous nonsense and follow his passion. His first album came the following year. Before signing to Stones … Continue reading Homeboy Sandman Australian Tour

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ICP (Insane Clown Posse) Australian Tour 2013

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Hip hop stalwarts and leaders of the Juggalo movement Insane Clown Posse have announced they will be breaking their Australian drought, heading Down Under for their first run of headlining shows in more than a decade. Currently sitting on a cool 11 million album sales, it’s no surprise that ICP seem unfazed and, in fact, take pride in their label as one of the world’s most hated outfits. Making headlines for all the wrong reasons, ICP have been declared leaders of an FBI recognised criminal gang and most recently slapped with a sexual harassment lawsuit by a former lawyer, but … Continue reading ICP (Insane Clown Posse) Australian Tour 2013

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aahh Radio – Community Series Episode 2: Michelle Grace Hunder – Rise Campaign

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For our second ever Community Series episode, which aims to highlight those who are heavily involved in the local hip hop scene. We catch up with the photography extraordinaire Michelle Grace Hunder. Michelle is a Melbourne based photographer who has … Continue reading aahh Radio – Community Series Episode 2: Michelle Grace Hunder – Rise Campaign

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Get On Up Announces All Ages Hip Hop concert on the Gold Coast

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Get On Up is a new initiative that will be travelling around Australia hosting all-ages concerts & workshops. An all ages fundraising concert has been announced on Saturday 14th December 2013 at Expressive Grounds in Palm Beach, featuring inspiring hip hop artists MC Wheels (Sunshine Coast), Stik n Move (Canberra) plus local Gold Coast emcees Christian James (aka Boi Blue), Baden Knight and more. The event will include 2 stages (live performance stage + DJ stage), a photo booth with sessions for all artists. Refreshments, sausage sizzle and snacks will be available on the day. Money raised on the day … Continue reading Get On Up Announces All Ages Hip Hop concert on the Gold Coast

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Childish Gambino: Telegraph Ave (Ta-Ku Remix)

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Today we are treated to another taste of the upcoming Donald Glover, aka Childish Gambino release which is due to drop in Australia on December 6th, his sophomore album is titled Because The Internet. Todays leak comes in the form of the the track ‘Telegraph Ave‘, and features a remix from Perth’s very own beatsmith Ta-Ku. Gambino isn’t too happy about the recent streak of leaks that have surrounded the album. Following the leak of the track Sweatpants feat. Problem late Sunday night, Gambino responded by tweeting the following ‘pissed’ tweet. https://twitter.com/DonaldGlover/status/404838406808551424 You can download the brand new track Telegraph … Continue reading Childish Gambino: Telegraph Ave (Ta-Ku Remix)

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Nike: 15 Years Of Tuned Air

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It’s been 15 years since the Nike Tuned Air first burst onto the scene, and to commemorate the anniversary of this premium sneaker, Foot Locker is bringing its fans the relaunch of the 1998 original colourway this Wednesday, 27 November. Dropping into select stores throughout Australia this week, the Nike Tuned Air – for adults and kids – has been exclusive to Foot Locker since its iconic release 15 years ago. The Nike Tuned was the first Nike shoe equipped with the Tuned Air technology, which allows for airflow between multiple air units implemented in the midsole, maximizing cushioning and … Continue reading Nike: 15 Years Of Tuned Air

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aahh Radio – Episode 7: Jonwayne (Rap Album One)

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In Episode 7 of aahh Radio we are joined by US artist Jonwayne, who has just released his debut rap album titled Rap Album One. He is also currently in Australia for a huge run of dates. The massive single The Come Up Pt. 1 is the only track on Rap Album One to feature a vocal guest, Scoop DeVille – best known as producer for the likes of Kendrick Lamar, The Game and Snoop Dogg. Scoop also produced two tracks on the record, Black Magic and The Come Up Pt. 2. The rest is pure Jonwayne, from the meandering, jazzy Reflection to the contemplative After The Calm. In fact, there’s more piano than drums on Rap Album One – … Continue reading aahh Radio – Episode 7: Jonwayne (Rap Album One)