Author: Jim Steps

allaussie hip hop exclusive, allaussie hip hop music, allaussie hip hop news, Obese Distribution

Rates – Destroy & Rebuild

Jim Steps

Much could be said about Rates… an artist, a musician, a good humble guy, or a raging lunatic… either way, he is fast making an impression on the rap scene. Older brother to one of Australia’s most promising and talented artists Kerser and best mate to Jay Dee. Rates is well known for describing this lifestyle and often giving good advice to kids and people in the same situation. This fact is evident on I Rap Because, simply stating why he chose this life and provoking quite alot of thought along the way. Rates has toured all over the country … Continue reading Rates – Destroy & Rebuild

allaussie hip hop exclusive, allaussie hip hop music, allaussie hip hop news, Butterthief

Everyday – Equality

Jim Steps

Everyday is an Adelaide emcee that was raised in a home where music was always being played, and with fond memories of staying up til the early hours of the morning with the entire household singing and dancing to “Saturday night jukebox”, it came naturally when he decided to start making his own music. Picking up a set of sticks, Everyday’s first musical adventure started as a drummer and songwriter, playing along side collaborator Tomorrow in a hardcore band, where he also had his first taste of being up on stage, a taste that would grow in the years to come. … Continue reading Everyday – Equality

allaussie hip hop exclusive, allaussie hip hop music, allaussie hip hop news

Mute x Roleo – Ticket

Jim Steps

A prime example of what happens when two crazy people come together to create at Big Village HQ. Roleoʼs driving Afro/Jungle style beat meets eccentric ragga style flow, screaming and chanting exaltations to life. Fans will recognise Muteʼs melodic style and conscious lyrics from his collaboration with Verbaleyes, Lingua Franca which was one of the stand out tracks on the Big Village compilation Big Things Volume Two and was added to Triple j rotation in 2012. But the Mute x Roleo story goes back to their collaboration Forever Breaks on Big Things Volume One which was named as FBI’s album of the week and sparked … Continue reading Mute x Roleo – Ticket

allaussie hip hop exclusive, allaussie hip hop news2 Comments

In Amsterdam – Omar Musa

Jim Steps

Omar Musa is a Malaysian-Australian rapper and poet from Queanbeyan, Australia. He is the former winner of the Australian Poetry Slam and the Indian Ocean Poetry Slam. He has released three hip hop albums, two poetry books (including the recently released Parang) and appeared on ABC’s Q&A. He is currently working on a play, Bonegatherer, to be staged in 2014. He is part of international hip hop group MoneyKat and his debut novel “Here Come the Dogs will be published by Penguin Australia in 2014. Omar will also be performing at TEDx, held at the Sydney Opera House. Official  ||  Twitter … Continue reading In Amsterdam – Omar Musa

allaussie hip hop exclusive, allaussie hip hop music, allaussie hip hop news, Clockwork Records

Fundamental Elements – The Homecoming EP

Jim Steps

One of the freshest acts out of Brisbane have emerged from the studio with their 2013 EP, The Homecoming. The 5-track project picks up where the pair left off, following off from their 2008 EP Living Secrets, providing that same grounded sound with a Boom Bap theme for which the duo are synonymous but with a noticeable growth on wax work. Like they never fell off, they’re back on the play button. Please welcome back the Fundamental Elements and pump the volume! This latest effort contains production from Vegas Aces’ Cam Bluff, Species and Pleura and track cuts from special guest, Johnny … Continue reading Fundamental Elements – The Homecoming EP

allaussie hip hop music, allaussie hip hop news

Big Words – Big Words Vol.1

Jim Steps

Big Words are rapidly making a name for themselves as one of the rawest, most  exciting live Hip-hop outfits in Melbourne. But don’t let the tag fool you, they are far from being just another generic Hip Hop act. Their sound is diverse, adding a different dimension to their sound with every listen.  Favouring free styling, Big Words are known to sample elements of Funk, Jazz, Blues, Reggae, Rock and Soul into their heavily textured sound, finding their inspiration from within these genres and making them their own. Big Words music gives a fresh voice to the youth of today with their … Continue reading Big Words – Big Words Vol.1

allaussie hip hop exclusive, allaussie hip hop news, Obese Records

Dialectrix – Go

Jim Steps

Cold Light Of Day is the title of Dialectrix’s new album. Like Audio Projectile before it, the production is entirely handled by Plutonic Lab, with cuts by DJ 2Buck. After a wildly successful EP campaign, with large thanks to fan-support, DTrix’s Satellite was distributed on both vinyl and CD, and received high rotation on triple j with its lead single Stop. The new album, dropping May 24th, is a transcendental piece of work. A meticulously detailed, enthralling, and unique listen from start to finish. A limited edition lyrics booklet will be included with all physical albums, and pre-ordered signed copies will be … Continue reading Dialectrix – Go

allaussie hip hop music, allaussie hip hop news, Obese Distribution

Kerser & Rates: We Here Now Regional Tour

Jim Steps

Following the success of Kerser’s No Rest For The Sickest Tour earlier this year, the infamous emcee hits the road for the second time in 2013 due to popular demand, accompanied by brother Rates and hype man Jay Dee. The Kerser and Rates – We Here Now Regional Tour kicks off on the 5th of June in NSW, the tour will make its way around regional Australia throughout June and July. On top of Kerser and Rates having just released their single We Here Now together (now available on iTunes), Rates is also due to release his debut album Rebuild & Destroy later … Continue reading Kerser & Rates: We Here Now Regional Tour

allaussie hip hop exclusive, allaussie hip hop news, Universal

The Great Gatsby – OST

Jim Steps

Drawing on his unique and unrivalled position in popular culture, Jay Z (with collaborator and the film’s executive music consultant Jeymes Samuel) has worked with Luhrmann and his team on the project over the past two years, translating the Jazz Age sensibility of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s novel into the musical equivalents of our own times, through the blending of hip-hop, traditional jazz and other contemporary musical textures. Luhrmann stated, “F. Scott Fitzgerald’s novel is peppered with contemporary music references specific to the story’s setting of 1922. While we acknowledge, as Fitzgerald phrased it, ‘the Jazz Age,’ and this is the … Continue reading The Great Gatsby – OST

allaussie hip hop music, allaussie hip hop news, Karsniogenics

Karsniogenics presents new signing: Sussone – The Corax Type

Jim Steps

Karsniogenics is mighty proud to welcome the latest addition to the K artist roster – Sussone ‘The Corax Type’. Karsniogenics have had their eye on this guy for some time now, and we’re sure you’ll be feline’ his style just as much as they did. Hailing from Brisbane’s west line city of Ipswich, Sussone has been busy working hard at perfecting his craft behind the local hip hop scene for many years now. Since taking pen to pad for the first time in his teens, the 28 year old is ready to break out of the shadows and let people … Continue reading Karsniogenics presents new signing: Sussone – The Corax Type

allaussie hip hop music, allaussie hip hop news

Words Eye View – Gotta Know

Jim Steps

Words Eye View is a Hip Hop trio from Canberra, ACT which consist of brothers, Flipadeck and Hayds, and long-time friend Brett Super. The group formed in 2005 after meeting at a local emcee battle comp. They are currently working on their debut release titled Elevation. Words Eye View present a brand new promo track titled Gotta Know. The track available for free download below is produced by Hayd for Smithgrind Entertainment, mixed and mastered by Ben Kramp for Earthshake Audio Productions. The video clip is directed by Words Eye View, shot and edited by Dane One. You can pick up Gotta Know, … Continue reading Words Eye View – Gotta Know

allaussie hip hop music, allaussie hip hop news

Ellesquire – The Messtape

Jim Steps

Tuka and Big Village records present a now polished collection of songs which you may have seen pop up on my Tuka’s soundcloud page, youtube channel or heard on various radio appearances over the last 12 months. These have been fleshed out, re-recorded, mixed, mastered and spliced together with brand new unreleased songs to form The Messtape. The Messtape features 13 tracks including the Let’s Do It (Remix) feat. Billie McCarthy. The Messtape is available as a free download. Mixed by Simon Cohen. Additional vocals on Don’t Fall In Love & Lets Do It (Remix) by Inés. Lets Do It … Continue reading Ellesquire – The Messtape

allaussie hip hop exclusive, allaussie hip hop music, allaussie hip hop news

In Photos: G-Shock 30th Anniversary Bash

Jim Steps

Last week G-Shock Australia kicked off its 30th Anniversary Celebration at the Prince Ballroom in Melbourne’s St Kilda. Bliss N Eso, DJ Krush, Yo Mafia & N’fa Jones hit the stage in a private concert for VIP guests.  The venue was decked out with limited G-Shock watches and a collection of watches dating back to 1983. G-Shock also announced its first collaboration for the Australian market with local Hip-hop artists Bliss N Eso. You can find out more about this upcoming limited edition project by checking out our recent interview with the Marketing Manager of Casio Timepiece here.  *Photos are shot exclusively … Continue reading In Photos: G-Shock 30th Anniversary Bash

allaussie hip hop exclusive, allaussie hip hop interviews, allaussie hip hop news3 Comments

Interview: G-Shock 30th Anniversary Bash

Jim Steps

Last week G-Shock Australia kicked off its 30th Anniversary Celebration at the Prince Ballroom in Melbourne’s St Kilda. Bliss N Eso, DJ Krush and Yo Mafia hit the stage in a private concert for VIP guests. The venue was decked out with limited G-Shock watches and a collection of watches dating back to 1983. G-Shock also announced its first collaboration for the Australian market with local Hip-hop artists Bliss N Eso.  We catch up with Bruno, Marketing Manager for Casio Timepiece, as we discuss 30 successful years in the industry.  aahh: What does an anniversary such as this, 30 years in the … Continue reading Interview: G-Shock 30th Anniversary Bash

allaussie hip hop music, allaussie hip hop news

Kadyelle – The Theory Of Everything

Jim Steps

Touted as being one of the most skillful females in the scene right now after her solid debut release Earthworthy in 2010 and The One Nighter mixtape in 2011. Kadyelle has supported and toured with such acts as Sage Francis, Ozi Batla, M-Phazes, Phrase, Illy, Spit Syndicate, The Tongue, Class A, Optamus, Muph & Plutonic, Seth Sentry plus many more.  Her newest LP The Theory of Everything features Ozi Batla, Thorts, Optamus, Dazastah, Hunter, Porsah Laine, Rachael Berry, Soma, Miss Karleena, Miss.She.ill, Rob Shaker and production from Rahjconkas, The Digital Assassin, Admin Beats and Ren Riz. The Theory of Everything is available now for a ‘name … Continue reading Kadyelle – The Theory Of Everything

allaussie hip hop news

“Artist Management: What It Means Today”

Jim Steps

MusicNSW, in partnership with the Association Of Artist Managers (AAM), is proud to present our latest free workshop: “Artist Management: What It Means Today”, held at 6.30pm on Tuesday 7 May at The Basement. For professional musicians, a skillful artist manager is a must. A good manager will nurture clients’ talent, negotiate business deals, and build from the ground up to create viable, long-term careers. With several of our top acts between them, four of Australia’s leading managers will come together to share expertise, discuss current industry trends, and look at what it means to be a manager in 2013 – … Continue reading “Artist Management: What It Means Today”

allaussie hip hop music, allaussie hip hop news, Crookneck

B.V.A. – Answers Loss Question Love

Jim Steps

deNorthwode has been DJ’ing & producing beats for close to 20 years. deNorthwode is more than just a party dj. He also runs the Crookneck lab an underground studio in the eastern suburbs of Adelaide that produces quality hip hop (check it out in the the book “Behind the Beat”). He owns Elysium Lounge & plays there along with the very best dj’s & musicians Adelaide has to offer. He has played extensively all over Australia. What sets him apart from most DJ’s is a combination of traditional turntable finesse, original and current routines, incredible energy & selfless respect for … Continue reading B.V.A. – Answers Loss Question Love

allaussie hip hop music, allaussie hip hop news

Vinyl Villains – Hacksaw & Debate

Jim Steps

Vinyl Villains consist of Train Of Thought members Hacksaw & Debate. Hacksaw has been honing his skills on the decks since the mid 90’s and Debate started producing beats around the same time. Both represent the production company Train Of Thought Productions. The concept behind the Vinyl Villains is Debate will provide all the production and Hacksaw will provide all the cuts, inviting artists from around Australia to spit/mc over the tracks they create and occasionally Debate will grace the mic. Artists the Villains have been involved with for either production and/or cuts include: Hilltop Hoods, Funkoars, After Hours, Pagan Elypsis, Mase … Continue reading Vinyl Villains – Hacksaw & Debate

allaussie hip hop exclusive, allaussie hip hop music

Savo – Worth The Wait

Jim Steps

In a time of fly-by-night internet sensations, Savo’s defiance of deadlines defines him almost as significantly as his music. Despite collecting an impressive number of accolades and fans along the past 8 years, Savo has yet to present his debut full-length release, the aptly titled, Worth The Wait. A solid 12 months in the making, the 20 track offering will be ready April 15th to satisfy his salivating fanbase. The first taste of the release, the brashly titled, Fucks Goin On , garnered over 1500 Facebook shares, and a mighty 50 000 soundcloud plays within a meagre 28 days. Add … Continue reading Savo – Worth The Wait

allaussie hip hop music, allaussie hip hop news

Ribongia – Play My Hits

Jim Steps

Ribongias (Antonio Rosselli) music is an exploded technical drawing for the ears. Referencing a vast array of pop culture mediums, his sounds are collected and layered until, like light fragmenting through a crystal prism, they enter the aural sphere; chaos ensues. The lead single off of Ribongia’s EP of the same name Play My Hits sees the Sydney’s finest Italian musical import launching headlong into the dark heart of Beats, with a twisted melange of raw bass, chopped and screwed vocals, sparkling synths, and chunky beats, all with that signature Ribongia sense of barely controlled mayhem. This is music made to … Continue reading Ribongia – Play My Hits

allaussie hip hop exclusive, allaussie hip hop music, allaussie hip hop news, Myspherical Entertainment, Obese Records

Eloquor – From The Oceans Of Karana

Jim Steps

One of the most catalytic hip hop releases to date comes in the form of Eloquor’s third LP From the Oceans of Karana. Following on from the release of his 2011 EP, Eloquor continues to explore his fascination with the human condition. From the Oceans of Karana is a spiritual encounter, which explores both the fundamentals and intricacies of life. The album is divided into three parts; Creation, Preservation, and Destruction. Each part is proceeded ceremoniously by a foreword from Ramesh, a Hindu mystic. The concept behind Eloquor’s themes is inspired by the three Hindu gods Brahma (the Creator), Vishnu (the … Continue reading Eloquor – From The Oceans Of Karana

allaussie hip hop music, allaussie hip hop news, Duck Down Music

P-Money – Gratitude

Jim Steps

With the release of his highly anticipated new album Gratitude a month away, P-Money has revealed the album artwork and track listing, also announcing an all-star line-up of featured artists. Having recently signed a deal with Duck Down Music US, P-Money has made use of his label mates with Talib Kweli, Buckshot and Skyzoo all making an appearance on the album. You can also expect to hear from Havoc (of Mobb Deep), Freddie Gibbs, M.O.P., Fashawn, Roc Marciano, Nicole Wray, Jamall Bufford (formerly Buff1), STS, Monsta G, Blaison Maven and Pac Div. Bringing it back to God’s own, the album … Continue reading P-Money – Gratitude

allaussie hip hop music, allaussie hip hop news

Monsta – Feat. Sky’High (Prod. P-Money)

Jim Steps

Hailing from the streets of Long Beach, California and introduced to the rap world by legendary Bay Area Don Yukmouth (of platinum selling duo The Luniz), Monsta has been patiently waiting to give fans a dose of his gruff West Coast narrative. Born and raised by a Samoan Father and a Mexican mother, Monsta was exposed to the harsh realities of two dominant cultures that co-exist on the streets of LA. The nephew of pioneering Samoan rappers and West Coast legends the Boo Yaa Tribe, Monsta is considered the Heir to the Polynesian Hip-Hop Legacy. During his touring schedule Monsta made stop … Continue reading Monsta – Feat. Sky’High (Prod. P-Money)

allaussie hip hop music, allaussie hip hop news

Tom Showtime – Original Recipes

Jim Steps

Tom Showtime is a man of many guises. DJ. Producer. Remixer. Saxophonist. Gramophone Enthusiast. From Be-Bop to Breakbeat and everything in between, Tom’s passion for music is paralleled only by his legendary (some would say mythical) enjoyment of watermelon, coffee and cricket. That’s just how he rolls.  2013 has seen Tom getting a taste for rocking bigger dance floors and in turn producing bigger tunes. This is gaining him international recognition through a series of releases championed by legendary UK label Ghetto Funk, resulting in a four track Artist EP and him being added to the roster. Add to this … Continue reading Tom Showtime – Original Recipes

allaussie hip hop music, Beat Basement Records

Basement Grits – Limited Edition Vinyl

Jim Steps

Beat Basement Records are pleased to announce the release the self-titled, debut album Basement Grits limited edition vinyl. Consisting of label beat makers Develop and Apollo Grimez, emcees Ricky Shamroxx and Diggis and hip hop deejay/beat maker Dex Mo. With beats cherry picked from the best of the three beat makers, Basement Grits is an album devoid of filler-type tracks, firing off from the word go through 10 tracks of head nodding goodness, with the sole purpose of driving the sword firmly in the dirt and establishing this crew from Cairns’ skill set amongst the wave of new artists emerging in today’s local hip hop scene. The content spans from straight out hard representing on … Continue reading Basement Grits – Limited Edition Vinyl

allaussie hip hop music, The Ayems

N’fa Jones – Live On

Jim Steps

N’fa Jones, still highly regarded for his work in his first outfit 1200 Techniques, is back in action. Having moved back to Australia just over a year ago following a few years journeying and writing music abroad, N’fa has already released his Babylondon EP with the stop-motion video for March On. Featured on 360’s Hope You Dont Mind, Drapht’s triple j hit singles Bali Party & 1990’s, as well as Nick Thayer’s OWSLA release Like Boom which charted for 10 weeks at #1 on beatport. Having just wrapped from the 22 date Uni-Verse Australian tour with Drapht, N’fa has returned home … Continue reading N’fa Jones – Live On

allaussie hip hop exclusive, allaussie hip hop news, allaussie hip hop tours

Purpose – Where It Starts Album Launch

Jim Steps

Adelaide get down The Gov tonight for Purpose’s Where It Starts album launch. Tonight he unveils his new live show in what is shaping up to be a big night for independent Australian music. Tickets are still available, get em’ by following the link below. Special guests include Prime, Koolta, Mase N Mattic, Grifters Inc. and JP & DJ Sanchez. Doors open at 7.30pm, $12 per/$15 at door.  Get your tickets here. Purpose recently performed at the Clipsal 500 alongside Drapht, Hilltop Hoods, Pez and more.  Purpose will be launching his album in Melbourne tomorrow night, so get down to … Continue reading Purpose – Where It Starts Album Launch

allaussie hip hop music, allaussie hip hop news, Golden Era Records

K21 – Kid Sinatra EP

Jim Steps

ACCLAIM Magazine, in association with Golden Era Records and New Era Australia, present Adelaide artist K21’s ‘Kid Sinatra’ EP. Released exclusively through the Acclaim website, K21 has recently signed with Golden Era Records. The 5-track EP is free for download and features new and previously unreleased tunes in the lead-up to the release of a new full-length album later this year. The Kid Sinatra EP is available for free download below and features Fluent Form, Maundz, Trials, Briggs, Vents and Realizm. K21 Official  ||  Twitter  ||  Facebook Continue reading K21 – Kid Sinatra EP

allaussie hip hop exclusive, allaussie hip hop music, allaussie hip hop news, Big Village Records

True Vibenation releases project through USBs in city walls

Jim Steps

Across Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane there are USBs embedded into walls and buildings in public spaces. Inspired by artists such as Banksy and Isaac Cordal Sydney band True Vibenation decided to release Standby [Project USB] using the guerrilla offline sharing technique, concreting USBs to the wall and marking their locations on their website while on the road for the Standby Tour. Find the USBs, attach your laptop or take a photo and upload it to the band’s facebook to receive a download of the full project and a shoutout in the next True Vibenation album due for release on Big … Continue reading True Vibenation releases project through USBs in city walls