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Joyride: First Solo Tour This December

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To celebrate the release of The Gentleman Trilogy, Joyride sets off on his first solo tour hitting sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane this December. The quietest achiever and loudest personality in the One Day Crew (Horrorshow, Jackie Onassis, Spit Syndicate) has been prolific, releasing three EPs (The Gentleman Trilogy): Honourable and Chivalrous, with Valiant dropping shortly. From love and drug-fuelled lust to poignant self-reflection, it’s all written, produced and performed by Joyride, presenting the untold perspective of a young, handsome man in the guts of the city. The social media mogul recently killed it supporting Spit Syndicate’s national tour but it’s time … Continue reading Joyride: First Solo Tour This December

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aahh Radio – Community Series Episode 1: April77 Creative (Ben Funnell)

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For our first ever Community Series episode, which aims to highlight those who are heavily involved in the local hip hop scene, but may not receive the recognition they deserve. We catch up with the creative director of April77 Creative, … Continue reading aahh Radio – Community Series Episode 1: April77 Creative (Ben Funnell)

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Bliss N Eso Release ‘My Life’ Music Video Announce BDO + ARIA Awards Appearance

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In a landmark year for the group, this past week has been particularly huge for Sydney’s Bliss n Eso. In a trio of major live announcements, BNE began the week announcing a very special performance at the upcoming 2013 ARIA … Continue reading Bliss N Eso Release ‘My Life’ Music Video Announce BDO + ARIA Awards Appearance

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David Dallas – Falling Into Place goes Gold plus Australian Tour Dates

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The past two years have been a rollercoaster for Dallas. He signed to underground powerhouse Duck Down Music NYC in 2011, releasing second album The Rose Tint in the US soon after, and touring throughout North America with hip hop duo … Continue reading David Dallas – Falling Into Place goes Gold plus Australian Tour Dates

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DJ Jazzy Jeff & MC Skillz to play at The Espy

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One of the hip-hop scene’s earliest pioneers & best-loved artists, DJ Jazzy Jeff is commercially best known for his chart-topping collaborations with Will Smith – DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince. The duo shot to worldwide acclaim through multi-platinum hits such as ‘Summertime’, ‘Boom! Shake The Room’ & ‘Girls Ain’t Nothing But Trouble’. In 1988, the duo gained the honour of being awarded the first ever Grammy for a hip hop/rap song (for Parents Just Don’t Understand). Worldwide TV acclaim soon followed courtesy of seminal US Sitcom ‘The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air’– with Will Smith playing the lead and … Continue reading DJ Jazzy Jeff & MC Skillz to play at The Espy

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Blue Mnts Artists Announce Bushfire Benefit Show

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It’s no secret that something in the Blue Mountains water has meant that over the last ten years, its musical alumni has produced more influential hip hop / electronic artists than any other region outside of Australian capital cities. The devastating fires that swept through the Blue Mnts area have brought together some of its most celebrated artists for a massive ONE OFF SHOW to raise money for their friends, family and the Blue Mnts community at large. Featuring Hermitude, Urthboy, Thundamentals, Dialectrix, Tuka, JONES Jnr, Joe New + locals Tenth Dan & Grub and A Blank Canvas – with … Continue reading Blue Mnts Artists Announce Bushfire Benefit Show

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aahh Radio – Episode 6: Kerser (S.C.O.T)

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In Episode 6 of aahh Radio we are joined by Kerser, who has just released his 3rd studio album S.C.O.T, in as many years. Produced entirely by Nebs, S.C.O.T (Sickest Cunt Out There) has been out for a moment now debuting at #1 on the ARIA Urban Charts and a top 5 position on ARIA album charts.  Kerser talks about his new album, his recent chart topping DVD release. His battle with 360, why the re-match hasn’t happened. Plus an exclusive announcement of his plan’s for the next 10 years. We also touch on the subject of the ABK 225 label. Check it out now. Official  ||  Facebook  ||  Twitter  || … Continue reading aahh Radio – Episode 6: Kerser (S.C.O.T)

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aahh Radio – Episode 5: Illy – Cinematic

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In Episode 5 of aahh Radio we are joined by ONETWO artist Illy, who has just released his 4th studio album Cinematic.  Illy speaks about working with executive producer M-Phazes on Cinematic, Thomas Jules of Rudimental, Drapht, the almighty Hilltop Hoods, Kira Puru, and planning triple j’s Like A Version performance from last week, plus a whole heap more. Official  ||  Facebook  ||  Twitter  ||  Purchase Continue reading aahh Radio – Episode 5: Illy – Cinematic

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Win A Double Pass To Catch Home Brew @ The Basement – Sydney Nov 9

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Fresh from touring across Australia with Horrorshow, New Zealand’s Home Brewwill perform their own headline show in Sydney, at The Basement. Despite what people might tell you about Home Brew being burdens on society, or advocates for drug dependency, you’ve got to respect the integrity of … Continue reading Win A Double Pass To Catch Home Brew @ The Basement – Sydney Nov 9

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adidas and Foot Locker bring Brooklyn to Australia with an exclusive party

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To celebrate the launch of the Brooklyn Nets range to Foot Locker yesterday, adidas and Foot Locker have joined forces to bring bring New York turntablist, DJ Neil Armstrong to Australia. Playing two exclusive adidas x Foot Locker parties in November, … Continue reading adidas and Foot Locker bring Brooklyn to Australia with an exclusive party

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N’fa Jones – Life’s A Game Official Video + Remix

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It’s Spring time and N’fa Jones is back with a vengeance! It’s only been a minute since his Babylondon release, with that crazy stop motion video for March On, and now the guy from Oz’s ol-school beloved multi genre band, 1200 Techniques, is finally delivering a full LP of new collaborative music. Having appeared on Drapht’s singles Bali Party and 1990’s the duo have worked together to deliver the forthcoming album entitled Black + White Noise to be released through Drapht’s label The Ayems in early 2014. Black + White Noise is a diverse and dynamic scope of music, journeying through the dark … Continue reading N’fa Jones – Life’s A Game Official Video + Remix

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UMPG sign M-Phazes to worldwide publishing deal

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Universal Music Publishing Group – Australia (UMPG) has signed ARIA Award winning Melbourne-based songwriter and producer M-Phazes to an exclusive, world-wide publishing agreement. “M-Phazes is a songwriter and producer of the highest order – a creative visionary with serious technical ability. I am excited and proud that Mark has chosen to sign with UMPG on a global basis. M-Phazes‘ already impressive list of credits will no doubt continue to grow with UMPG on the team,” said Heath Johns, Director of A&R, UMPG. Born on the Gold Coast and now based in Melbourne, M-Phazes has worked with a diverse range of … Continue reading UMPG sign M-Phazes to worldwide publishing deal

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aahh Radio – Episode 4 – Mr Grevis

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In episode 3 of aahh Radio we chat to Mr Grevis, who has just released his sophomore LP titled My Escape, featuring production from Dazastah, Cam Bluff and Rob Shaker. The album features the Funkoars crew, Joyride, Drapht and a heap more.  In Episode 4, we discuss the brand new album My Escape. Mr Grevis’ induction into the legendary SBX Crew, The Robert Hunter Cup, Mr Grevis’ new positive outlook on life, his work with the Funkoars and a whole heap more.  Expect a whole heap of dope guests and features in the upcoming episodes of aahh Radio. If you would like to feature in … Continue reading aahh Radio – Episode 4 – Mr Grevis

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Ta-ku – Songs To Break Up To

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Ta-ku’s Songs To Break Up To, is available now from the indie label Huh What & Where (aka HW&W). The album has been the top-selling album on Bandcamp even prior to its official release, and charted at number 40 on the Australian Albums Chart. Ta-ku hails from Perth, Australia, where he combined a self-taught ethos with a significant study of soul music and hip hop, focusing on percussion. He studied at the Red Bull Music Academy in Barcelona under guys such as DJ Toomp, and steadily released beats, singles, and albums as he progressed from beginner to elite status. You … Continue reading Ta-ku – Songs To Break Up To

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Sean Price, Billy Danze & Maffew Ragazino (feat. DJ Babu) – Land Of The Crooks (Prod. by M-Phazes)

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Land Of The Crooks is an anthemic Brooklyn banger featuring Kings County heavyweight emcees’ Sean Price and Billy Danze (of M.O.P.), along with the borough’s buzzworthy spit kicker, Maffew Ragazino. Scratches come courtesy of the turntablist himself, DJ Babu of Dilated Peoples/The Beat Junkies, who cuts up Jeru the Damaja’s quotable “Live in the land of crooks, yes Brooklyn’s the borough,” as originally featured on D. Original. Production on Land Of The Crooks is handled by Australia’s Aria Award winning M-Phazes who incidentally won Sha Money’s 2008 One Stop Shop Producer’s Conference with an overtime victory against Canei Finch, with this … Continue reading Sean Price, Billy Danze & Maffew Ragazino (feat. DJ Babu) – Land Of The Crooks (Prod. by M-Phazes)

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Big Day Out Announce The Return Of The Red Bull No Noise Nightclub

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A place to get lost; lost in the music, lost in your surroundings. Dance like no one can hear you and expect the unexpected. Red Bull No Noise Nightclub is back in 2014 – grab your headphones and join the party with special guests from the Big Day Out lineup. Can’t wait for BDO 2014 to experience the Red Bull No Noise Nightclub again? Then check out the 2013 Red Bull No Noise Nightclub wrap up video here on redbull.com.au. Want to DJ on the National BDO 2014 tour? the guys have teamed up with their our pals at FasterLouder … Continue reading Big Day Out Announce The Return Of The Red Bull No Noise Nightclub

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Fortay – MMM Official Video + Syd Album Launch

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Fortay has taken the country by surprise with new album Living Proof is out now through At Large Productions and Obese Distribution. The first single from the album Chasing the Tail features the one and only Snoop Dogg, a friend of Fortay’s. The production is by DJ L.T., Snoop’s long-time tour DJ. A brand new video clip has been released from Living Proof for the track titled MMM. MMM is a hard hitting venomous track with a strong sting delivered by L.T. on the beat. The video was directed by Tycotic. Living Proof features Kerser, 2Furious, Hed UDB and more.  Fortay’s Living Proof Album … Continue reading Fortay – MMM Official Video + Syd Album Launch

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Sleepwalkers – The Nocturnal Journey

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The underdogs of Western Sydney return to set a new bench mark for the ever growing local hip hop scene. Sleepwalkers are turning heads to make necks crack and The Nocturnal Journey is no exception. Sleepwalkers have just graduated to the underground sophomore class after releasing The Nocturnal Journey, following their debut mixtape The Awakening. The boys have taken their ever so diverse, hard hitting debut mixtape and built off it, tided up some freshmen loose ends and straight out busted blood, sweat and tears to take each element of an emcee to the next level. The Nocturnal Journey is … Continue reading Sleepwalkers – The Nocturnal Journey

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Beit Nun & Able8 Feat. Spider Jaroo & Benny Diction – Expansion Official Video

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Recently, UK MC Beit Nun and local beatmaker Able8 teamed up to produce Lucid an 8 track collaborative EP. The track ‘Expansion’ is taken from the release and features London-based MC Benny Diction & Manchester’s Spider Jaroo, alongside Beit Nun, over Able8’s production. Purchase  ||  Beit Nun  ||  Able8 Continue reading Beit Nun & Able8 Feat. Spider Jaroo & Benny Diction – Expansion Official Video

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23 – Smoke & Mirrors EP

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23’s unique style comes from the soul of a perfectionist. His honest lyrics are delivered in a consistently technical fashion over current and relevant instrumentation. 23 endeavours to create music of an international standard for hip hop listeners of today. After a long haul and much anticipation, we are excited to announce that the 23 Smoke & Mirrors EP is now available for free download. The EP was produced entirely by C1 (Chiefs) and has features from Tigerilla, Shadow Kitsuné, Lucas Miller and Esther Stephens (NZ).  After spending a lot of time working on this little number with C1, 23 is thrilled … Continue reading 23 – Smoke & Mirrors EP

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Calski – Eyes And Ears EP

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Eyes and Ears marks MC/producer Calski’s second release on LookUP Records with distribution via Obese Records. It follows his 2012 debut Love Drive Commission that nabbed him an album of the week feature on triple j’s hip hop show and saw him tour nationally. Playing shows alongside diverse artists from Joelistics, Diafrix, Spit Syndicate and Dialectrix to local collaborator Rainman, picking up praise from triple j’s Dave Ruby Howe for his ‘smooth as hell’ production on the last artist’s release. One of the most progressive producers in the country, Calski shifts gears seamlessly from smooth soul to rugged boom bap … Continue reading Calski – Eyes And Ears EP

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Spit Syndicate – Sip It Slow feat. David Dallas (Remix)

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Just as Spit Syndicate tie off on their Money Over Bull$hit Tour and also celebrating the success of their latest single, Amazing – the boys, and their good buddy / partner-on-decks Joyride, have another sweet release for fans of the Double S: a ‘Deluxe Version‘ of third album Sunday Gentlemen, featuring an additional three tracks. One Night Only, a product of the aforementioned collaboration with beat-wizard Adit and producer Raph, had been rolling around the studio throughout the making of Sunday Gentlemen, finally coming together with Joyride on the hook. The deluxe version also features NZ artist David Dallas, on the Sip It … Continue reading Spit Syndicate – Sip It Slow feat. David Dallas (Remix)