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MC Melodee x Cookin Soul – My Tape Deck

Jim Steps

MC Melodee has been active in the music industry for over 15 years. Next to being writer, performer and leader of her band La Melodia with whom she performed all over the globe, she leads a Peer Education Project and is director of a platform for female hip hop artists Dam Dutchess in her home base Amsterdam. MC Melodee, whom you might have met in the past while working at Fatbeats record store and Kindred Spirits Records Amsterdam, can be found MC-ing in Hollands club circuit in venues like Bitterzoet, Paradiso and Jimmy Woo or on Dutch festivals including North Sea … Continue reading MC Melodee x Cookin Soul – My Tape Deck

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Sid Pattni – Mr Alpha feat. Whiskey Winter

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London-born, Kenya-raised and Perth-based – internationally recognised and well-hyphenated producer Sid Pattni has just released his highly anticipated follow up single Mr Alpha feat. Whisky Winter. Having his humble beginnings on the flipside of the mixing desk, Sid was known in the industry as one of the best drummers around. It was a severe injury in ‘09 that forced Sid to give up the high hats, instructed by doctors that he would lose all function in his arm and never drum again. Sid began a yearlong hiatus teaching himself piano as a means of physical therapy. Piano playing quickly turned … Continue reading Sid Pattni – Mr Alpha feat. Whiskey Winter

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P. Smurf – Holdin’ It Down feat. Mikoen + The Story So Far National Tour Dates

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Big Village Records and Freshly Squeezed are proud to present the National Tour from Daily Meds frontman P.Smurf in support of his debut EP The Story So Far. As a founding member of Daily Meds, Sketch The Rhyme and Reverse Polarities, P.Smurf has over 8 years of performance experience under his belt. Fans are in for a treat when P. Smurf takes his trademark rapid fire lyricism and high-energy show on the road. The brand new EP’s lead single I Heard The World Screaming has been getting rotation on triple j and community radio stations across the country, while P.Smurf unveiled its accompanying film clip, which is … Continue reading P. Smurf – Holdin’ It Down feat. Mikoen + The Story So Far National Tour Dates

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Svelt – Free Party EP

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Free Party is the brand new release for Sydney live beats band Svelt. The EP represents a cherry picked selection of their best live tunes of the last year. Recording this EP was a matter of distilling an immense back catalogue into a representative and cohesive selection of tracks. Rapaport has gone MAD!!!! He has been locked up in an asylum and to kill time on the inside, has teamed up imagined live electronic Band Svelt and put on a cell party. Lifted from Free Party, this is the brand new film clip for the track Madhouse, directed by Maia … Continue reading Svelt – Free Party EP

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Jackie Onassis back from London

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Jackie Onassis were one of the stand out highlights at this years Great Escape Festival in Brighton. Opening with a midnight slot at the premier Green Door Stage followed with a packed afternoon slot at Concorde 2. With BBC Radio 1 support already in place Jackie Onassis were one of the “Buzz bands” in Brighton, So no surprise when they were asked by Organisers to play an unprecedented 3rd Encore set on the festival outdoor stage on Sunday night to close out this years festival. Coming hot off the back of a UK run of 8 shows in 6 days including … Continue reading Jackie Onassis back from London

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New Music: Mute X Roleo EP

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On Friday, May 17th Big Village proudly released the debut EP from Mute X Roleo, a brand new collaboration between the Daily Meds‘ revered producer Roleo and Reverse Polarities front-man Mute MC. Mute X Roleo as a project began as recently as late 2012, with the two finishing the writing and recordings that would become the 5 track EP within a month. The two artists display a range of eclectic influence on the album; from the experimental No Hope; with its electronic beats and abstract lyricism, to the pop mentalities of Release; featuring intimate lyrics and a beautiful chorus sung by … Continue reading New Music: Mute X Roleo EP

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Dylan Joel – Yep (Prod. Otis Grey)

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Dylan Joel continues his meteoric rise this year following the success of his 2012 EP Kid Illin‘ which saw his breakthrough single Leveled receive solid rotation on triple j and won him triple j’s “Pyramid Rock” Unearthed competition. His new mixtape That’s Good is scheduled for release on Friday 5th of July, 2013 and promises to be his best work to date showcasing Dylan’s progression as a burgeoning Australian MC. Undeniable proof of Dylan’s progression on That’s Good comes from his track Yep which sees Dylan delivering flawless double time lyrics at break-neck speed over the thumping drums and driving sax sample courtesy of Canadian … Continue reading Dylan Joel – Yep (Prod. Otis Grey)

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Jehst – G.A.M.E.O.V.E.R.

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Often an artists biography is full of buzz-words, wildly sweeping statements & unabashed claims of influencing a generation or changing the face of their chosen genre. Very few can say it with the conviction and sincerity of British born lyricist & producer Jehst. 2011 saw Jehst in the spotlight with his last album The Dragon Of An Ordinary Family. The lead single Starting Over was a talking point with it’s iconic video and viral campaign, there was also an intiment album launch party which was held at London’s prestigious Fabric. Jehst is back once again in 2013 with a brand new … Continue reading Jehst – G.A.M.E.O.V.E.R.

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Joey Bada$$ – Summer Knights

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Joey Bada$$ will release his latest project Summer Knights which was first slated as an EP, set with a June release date. The title takes its name from the Chuck Strangers produced song from Joey’s 2012 mixtape, 1999. The project has now been confirmed as a long-format project, not an EP. The 18-year old will embark on the Under The Influence tour alongside Wiz Khalifa, A$AP Rocky, Trinidad James, B.o.B and more throughout this American summer. Before the tour, which kicks off on July 17, Joey Bada$$ will  stop through a handful of festivals including Bumbershoot, Summer Jam, Roots Picnic, and Rock … Continue reading Joey Bada$$ – Summer Knights

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El-P + Killer Mike = Run The Jewels

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El-P and Killer Mike announced their Run The Jewels collab with a snippet of Banana Clipper way back in April, then watched their joint LP quickly become the most anticipated rap record this season.  The dynamic duo keeps fans excited with the full version of Banana Clipper – complete with a closing verse from ATL legend Big Boi. Banana Clipper is now the second full track to be released from the album. Download the track below, check out some footage of El, Mike, and Big recording Banana Clipper together at Nick Hook’s studio in Brooklyn. Stay tuned for the free album download and deluxe 2xLP vinyl … Continue reading El-P + Killer Mike = Run The Jewels

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Aasim – Walking On The Stars

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They say real bad boys move in silence. Aasim is no exception to this rule. Already making waves through out New York’s underground circuit, Aasim has been quietly positioning himself to become a leader of rap’s new generation. And it’s about to pay off. Aasim first began rapping at the age of 12 and signed to Loud Records at age 17, learning the craft from masters of the game such as Big Pun and Dead Prez. Eventually the deal fell through, having never released any material through the label. Grind Music soon became his home but in 2004 Puff Daddy … Continue reading Aasim – Walking On The Stars

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Blitz The Ambassador – Dikembe!

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Born and raised in Accra, Ghana, Blitz The Ambassador grew up to the sounds of Afro-Beat, Highlife, Jazz, and Motown. But when his older brother introduced him to Public Enemy’s classic album, It Takes A Nation of Millions To Hold Us Back, as a young boy, he was changed forever. Now residing in NYC, Blitz began to record, stereotype, a live-instrument-heavy musical exploration, that tests the limits of hip hop. Blitz The Ambassador is currently working on this new album Afropolitan Dreams which will be released later this year. In the meantime, we have a little track to hold you over, it’s not … Continue reading Blitz The Ambassador – Dikembe!

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Masta Ace – ‘I Did It’ Official Video + Australian Tour Dates

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The second video from Masta Ace’s MA_DOOM Son Of Yvonne has finally been released. I Did It features classic video clips from his illustrious career. In the song Ace lists the many reasons he got involved in hip hop and the music business. He expresses in the first verse all the reasons why he did it; some of his motivations and influences. As the listener starts to get the idea that Ace is summing up his career, the 2nd verse lists the reasons he is still doing it. He shouts out some of the local New York teams, the tri-state area, … Continue reading Masta Ace – ‘I Did It’ Official Video + Australian Tour Dates

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Interview LWP 003: Doc Felix Travelling In ‘The Right Direction’

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Little Wonder Productions is a hip-hop, funk & soul label involved in the production, manufacturing and distribution of it’s products on various audio formats. Doc Felix’s latest release is a 10″ vinyl piece featuring South Australian MC Dialect. The Right Direction 10″ is available now.  aahh: Tell us a bit about the philosophy behind Little Wonder Productions, the label in general and your role in the whole show? Doc Felix: Well I started Little Wonder Productions firstly as a production company (term used loosely) to release my own stuff but with a view to release music from other like-minded artists. … Continue reading Interview LWP 003: Doc Felix Travelling In ‘The Right Direction’

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Chasm x Monchichi Smoking Aces EP

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The second EP from Chasm’s 2013 EP series is Smoking Aces and features rising star Monchichi who has enjoyed considerable airplay on triple j’s Unearthed of late. Chasm once again delivers another air tight release to add to his ever increasing musical catalog. The pursuit of an imitable vibe opened the door for the pair to forge a release bursting with clever production. The Smoking Aces EP is out on the 14th of June. You can purchase Chasm’s first EP  from 2013, Diamond Cuts from iTunes here. Twitter  ||  Facebook  ||  Soundcloud Continue reading Chasm x Monchichi Smoking Aces EP

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Ngaiire – Around

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Anticipation for Ngaiire’s debut LP Lamentations is rapidly building in the wake of first single Dirty Hercules, the fierce song that propelled the diminutive Sydney-via-Papua New Guinea artist around the nation during March and April. Now, the formidable creative force – and face of future soul in Australia – is proud to announce the release of second single Around – a piece of music that once again represents Ngaiire’s unique diversity, taste and extraordinary talent. Around muses upon the appeal of having someone fight for you, delving into the relentless push and pull of relationships when one shoulders more than the other. It deconstructs love … Continue reading Ngaiire – Around

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Nekta & Flush – Common Wealth

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From the underground hip hop group Window Down, Nekta & Flush lock pens and embark on a long overdue project. Common Wealth, the name of this album, comprises of 15 straight up hip hop tracks, which extends the barriers of written words. From concept driven themes, to raw punch line bangers, the two emcee’s have brought it together to give homage to their roots as well as a fresh new chapter of hip hop for this country’s ears to bounce their heads to. Nekta & Flush: Bringing explicit illness in the form of rap music, Common Wealth drops 07.06.2013 Facebook  ||  Purchase  … Continue reading Nekta & Flush – Common Wealth

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Frank Ocean – Announcing Debut Australian Headline Sideshows

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2012’s biggest breakthrough artist, Grammy winner Frank Ocean will hit the stage for his very first Australian headline shows in Sydney and Melbourne this July, following the announcement of his headline appearance at Splendour In The Grass. Tickets for both shows go on sale at 10am, Thursday June 6. My Live Nation Members and Niche Newsletter Subscribers can be among the first to secure ticket during the members’ pre-sale beginning 4pm this Tuesday, June 4. Sign up  here or here. In 2012 Ocean delivered his highly acclaimed, five-star debut studio album, Channel Orange (Def Jam/Universal Music Australia), which debuted at … Continue reading Frank Ocean – Announcing Debut Australian Headline Sideshows

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Penelope Austin – The Dark Collide

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J.J. Abrams Star Trek Into Darkness is Australia’s number one film this week, and to celebrate we have a featurette with Australian singer/songwriter Penelope Austin who has written and recorded an original song with J.J. Abrams for the film called The Dark Collide. An electro-pop stomper, the track is being hailed as the best of the six sourced from around the globe. Penelope Austin and co-writer Robert Conley are among a select group of artists from six countries who received a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to have their work featured in the upcoming film from Paramount Pictures. For the first time ever in … Continue reading Penelope Austin – The Dark Collide

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G-Shock X Supra “GA200SPR”

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In commemoration of G-Shock’s 30th anniversary, Casio partnered with leading independent footwear brand, Supra, to design their own signature timepiece and Vaider Lite high top. This exciting release is a groundbreaking collaborative effot that features a dynamic range of fashion forward products in celebration of G-Shock’s rich and innovative history. The collaboration marks the first time G-Shock has offered this particular watch style for customisation. Supra designed the shock resistant watch’s face with black branding on a matte black bezel with red accents. The traditional resin band was replaced with military grade Cordura that has a red underside, which is accompanied by … Continue reading G-Shock X Supra “GA200SPR”

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Bitter Belief – The Gallery (Out Now!)

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Perth native Bitter Belief (Syllabolix) drops his sophomore album The Gallery through Obese Records Distribution today! The LP features the likes of The Tongue, Purpose, Briggs, Hau, Creed Birch, Mr Grevis and more. With producer Creed Birch handling most of the album’s production, the two have been working together for years developing their sound. Production credits also include M-Phazes, Cam Bluff and Rob Shaker, who also handled cuts, mixing and mastering. You can purchase The Gallery here. Bandcamp  ||  Twitter  ||  Facebook  ||  Purchase Continue reading Bitter Belief – The Gallery (Out Now!)

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Review: Dialectrix – The Cold Light Of Day

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The ever masterful Dialectrix drops his exhilarating third LP today, titled The Cold Light Of Day. No, this has nothing to do with the recent Bruce Willis movie of the same name, but it does want to make us yell out ‘Yipee ki yay mother fucker‘, as loud as possible. Teaming up with one of Australia’s most talented producers and live drummers in Plutonic Lab, whilst enlisting the help of platter assassin DJ 2Buck, The Cold Light Of Day is Dialectrix’s most accomplished work to date. Fresh off the back from releasing his highly successful Satellite EP, The Cold Light Of Day … Continue reading Review: Dialectrix – The Cold Light Of Day

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Snoop Dogg, Iggy Azalea and A$AP Rocky to headline Fresh Island Festival in Croatia

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Sit­u­ated on the gor­geous beach Zrće on Island Of Pag, Fresh Island offers Hip Hop fans, fes­ti­val goers and sun-worshipers some­thing out of the ordinary: intimate sur­round­ings where they can see the hottest names in Hip Hop per­form for them. Recently unveiled as the first two head­lin­ers to feature across this four day extrav­a­ganza of music and par­ty­ing, Snoop Dogg aka Snoop Lion, Iggy Azalea and A$AP Rocky will be joining fans on the ‘New Yorker’ main stage (Papaya & Aquarius Open Air Clubs) to deliver what will be their per­for­mances of the sum­mer — A$AP also only due to … Continue reading Snoop Dogg, Iggy Azalea and A$AP Rocky to headline Fresh Island Festival in Croatia

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Illergic – Illville

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Emerging from Sydney’s hip hop scene in the late 90s, Illergic stands amongst Australia’s elite and most accomplished lyricists, renowned for intense wordplay and his own unique brand of rapid fire delivery. Illergic has left his mark on the local Hip Hop scene via multiple releases such as his solo album Illergic Reaction, his two albums with Terminal Illness (‘Padlock Your Heads 1999 and Sons Of Medusa 2001), and alongside Australia’s best on the classic Culture of Kings II compilation. Now, Illergic is back, with his rhymes sharper than ever with the release of his new album Illville, backed by … Continue reading Illergic – Illville

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Tuka, Ellesquire & Jones Jnr. – June Long Weekend @ The Newton Hotel

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Fresh from Groovin’ The Moo and Seth Sentry’s national tours, Tuka and Ellesquire have been tearing the country apart with sold out shows everywhere. Saturday June 8 will see them come direct to their hometown to join fellow locals Jones Jnr at Newtown Hotel for one hell of a night of Soul and Hip Hop. Tuka, one third of Newtown’s beloved Thundamentals has had an insanely busy 18 months starting with the release of Thundmentals highly acclaimed Foreverlution which ignited a blazing tour all over the country. Thundamentals fast became Triple j’s most popular ‘Like A Version’ with their cover of Matt Corby’s Brother. … Continue reading Tuka, Ellesquire & Jones Jnr. – June Long Weekend @ The Newton Hotel

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Bliss N Eso – ‘Circus In The Sky’

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The Frontier Touring Company and Illusive are excited to announce iconic hip-hop trio Bliss N Eso’s highly-anticipated return to the touring circuit this July with their House of Dreams tour. This tour announcement comes off the back of the release of Home Is Where The Heart Is – the first official single from their brand new album Circus In The Sky. The six-date tour will cover all mainland capital cities in the band’s first headline tour since 2011 when they embarked on the highest-selling tour by an Australian hip-hop act. This is the first chance fans will get to experience the … Continue reading Bliss N Eso – ‘Circus In The Sky’

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Everyday – Death From Above 7″ Vinyl

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Off the back of his recently released album Equality, Adelaide emcee Everyday is releasing a 7″ to coincide with the album launch that was held on Saturday night at the Butterthief ButterJam, Light Hotel Adelaide. The 7″ features album tracks Death From Above featuring Tomorrow and Realizm (produced by Realizm) on the A Side, and Rise and Fall In HD (The Undead) featuring DJ Snair (produced by Mat Rafle) on the flip. The 7″ release is pressed on clear vinyl with colour poster wrap and cardboard sleeve and was available at the Taylor Made Tactix, Matchless Gift and Everyday triple launch held … Continue reading Everyday – Death From Above 7″ Vinyl

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Dwizofoz – Art Intimidates Life

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Hailing from the sleepy Queensland capital city known as Boomtown, Dwizofoz has been around for more than a minute now. A big man with a big presence. At 26, Dwizofoz is a young leader in Brisbane hip hop who has earnt a reputation as an animal on the mic with his unique rapid fire flow delivery, honest and clever yet hard hitting and thought out lyrics and an undeniable passion for what he does. The long awaited follow up to his Baked Not Fried EP (released 2009) is Art Intimidates Life. A collection of tracks that serves as an audiobiography of sorts, … Continue reading Dwizofoz – Art Intimidates Life

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Bitter Belief – The Gallery

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Growing up in a family of musicians Bitter Belief was constantly surrounded by the sounds of his cousins and uncles jamming. At the time never taking an interest in any of the instruments he found more enjoyment in just sitting, watching and soaking it all in.  Bitter Belief then began writing poems at the young age of 14 but with his growing love for hip hop by the time he was 15 that love for writing had transcended into rhymes/raps. Influenced by the likes of Nas, 2pac, NWA and other rappers Bitter then discovered his passion for the music and using … Continue reading Bitter Belief – The Gallery

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Funk Volume Tour feat. Dizzy Wright & Jarren Benton With DJ Hoppa

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ChittyBang Touring and Get Busy Productions are thrilled to announce one of the hottest independent rappers of 2013, Dizzy Wright, along with his Funk Volume label mates Jarren Benton and DJ Hoppa on their Funk Volume Australian & NZ Tour. Created by Hopsin, Funk Volume is an independent powerhouse in the Hip Hop industry, giving rappers a home to freely express themselves without the control of a major label. The Funk Volume movement saw Hopsin, Dizzy Wright, Jarren Benton and SwizZz tour Australia in late 2012, which had them playing to sold out crowds across the country. The Funk Volume … Continue reading Funk Volume Tour feat. Dizzy Wright & Jarren Benton With DJ Hoppa