Author: Jim Steps

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Everyday – Til’ Lamb Become Lion

Jim Steps

Adelaide Emcee Everyday has a passion for music in general, he is a conscious lyricist speaking truth about the current state of the planet, Government propaganda, war & the eternal search for peace, sexuality, quality, love and unity. 2012 saw the release of Everyday’s first release to date, with close friend Tomorrow, on their debut Occupy All Beats EP available on both CD and vinyl. Everyday is now kicking off 2013 with a brand new single and film clip for the track Til’ Lamb Become Lion. The single is produced by fellow South Australian Realizm with the clip directed, shot end edited … Continue reading Everyday – Til’ Lamb Become Lion

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Lowrider – Black Stones National Tour

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Acclaimed local four-piece Lowrider make an emphatic return this February with their third studio album, Black Stones. Recorded throughout 2012 between the famed Red Bull Studios in Los Angeles and Chapel Lane Studios in Adelaide, the album presents a bold and exciting sonic progression for the band. To celebrate the release of Black Stones, Lowrider will take their renowned live show on the road, hitting a series of spots all across the east coast throughout March and April and kicking things off in their hometown of Adelaide on Saturday February 16th. Since their debut release in 2008, Lowrider has embarked on an … Continue reading Lowrider – Black Stones National Tour

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Fraksha – Creepin’

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March 1st will see someone new to the Broken Tooth Entertainment fold. Fraksha, well known around the grime and hip-hop scene and for his involvement in the group Smash Brothers, will be releasing My Way. Smash Brothers have featured recently on Sky’High’s “Reign” Remix and been setting that buzz for a minute and killing the grime scene. If you ain’t familiar, get familiar. To set things in motion, Fraksha presents Creepin‘, produced by Filth Collins, it’s some of that grime influenced double time rap Fraksha’s known for. Featuring none other than Smash Brothers cohort Diem and Nine High affiliate Brinks. … Continue reading Fraksha – Creepin’

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Mushroom Group – Mushroom Kicks Off The Next 40 Years In Style

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An exciting new era kicked off in epic style for Mushroom in Melbourne last night (Tuesday 5 February) with 550 of the leading entertainment group’s closest friends celebrating the announcement by Michael and Matt Gudinski of a major rebranding for the Mushroom Group, with new logos and a repositioning for the group’s two dozen subsidiaries. After forty years in the business, the Mushroom Group is proudly Australia and New Zealand’s leading independent entertainment group. With more than twenty companies under the umbrella, Mushroom arguably defined the ‘360’ model long before it became a music industry catchphrase. Encompassing international and domestic … Continue reading Mushroom Group – Mushroom Kicks Off The Next 40 Years In Style

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Dialectrix – Satellite Official EP Launch

Jim Steps

After spending the last year or so accustoming himself to fatherhood and fine tuning his 3rd LP The Cold Light Of Day with long time collaborator Plutonic Lab, Dialectrix is kickstarting 2013 with a rare and limited edition release involving some of the worlds best talents. The result is Satellite, an exclusive 5 track EP being released to vinyl only (digital D/L included) with each track showcasing an overseas producer while Dtrix exhibits the hunger and versatility the Sydney wordsmith is known for. Artwork for the EP is being handled by April77 Creative, longtime collaborators with Dialectrix and creators of artwork for Obese … Continue reading Dialectrix – Satellite Official EP Launch

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Seven – The Island

Jim Steps

Since the release of Good Thing late in 2011, Seven has risen from relative obscurity to being heralded as ‘the one to watch’ amongst his peers. He now returns with single The Island,’ an upbeat take on a downturn that ooze’s the summer life that Seven chases so frenetically. The ongoing partnership with Brisbane producer Cam Bluff again proves to be a rewarding one, with Bluff bringing his trademark drums to the tune in the only way he knows how, strong. Still, The Island sits on a different tangent to the previous work of the Gold Coast rapper, but given … Continue reading Seven – The Island

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Groovin The Moo 2013

Jim Steps

Sun’s coming up on a pure gold Groovin’ The Moo (GTM) 2013! Come the April/May cusp, GTM is looking forward to sharing some of the freshest sonic produce from favourite home-grown acts to international imports when returning to its much loved four regional towns as well as the Nation’s capital. From Flume, Tame Impala, The Temper Trap (who will close the main stage) and Seth Sentry to Example (UK), The Kooks (UK), Tegan and Sara (CAN) and The Bronx (USA), the GTM community of 75,000 from across the country are in for a premium shindig. Just one year shy of celebrating its … Continue reading Groovin The Moo 2013

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Seven Local Acts Chosen To Rev Up The Clipsal 500 Adelaide Concert Series

Jim Steps

Music SA is pleased to announce that seven South Australian acts have been selected to open up for some of Australia and the world’s biggest bands at the Clipsal 500 Adelaide Concert Series this March. Chosen through Music SA’s Bands on Track 2013 project – a partnership with the SA Motor Sport Board with support from Nova 91.9 and Mix 102.3 – the local acts to perform over three nights on the Clipsal 500 Concert Oval Stage are: Fri March 1 – Vents & Purpose – supporting Hilltop Hoods, Drapht, Illy and Pez Sat March 2 – Move to Strike … Continue reading Seven Local Acts Chosen To Rev Up The Clipsal 500 Adelaide Concert Series

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Big T – Hole In The Head

Jim Steps

After having a long space of time in the underground Australian Hip Hop scene, Big T has been out of the game for a little while. Rawlab Entertainment are proud to bring you the Hole In The Head Mixtape (Soundtrack to the End of the World). A mix of old/new/unheard material from Big T, mixed together by DJ Rellik. Features production from Cam Bluff, Wolverine, Mr Boomkat, Zetes, Troy K and more with emcees Mark Deez, Zetes, Gzutek, Grinny and Mitus. 1. Hole In The Head Intro 2. No Church In The Wind – Feat. Grinny and Gzutek 3. Follow The System (Prod. Cam … Continue reading Big T – Hole In The Head

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Balmores Angels

Jim Steps

Taking inspiration from the the City of Angels, we present the Balmores Angels. Los Angeles street style and culture was an early influence of the Balmores brand, and the guys journey full circle by going back to California to shoot their latest lookbook. Limited release and hand-numbered, this easy living and unique design is available in a quality snapback. Available exclusively at the Balmores Online Store. Their previous release sold out early, so don’t sleep on this one! Continue reading Balmores Angels

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Eloquor – New Day feat. Ginger Van Es

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New Day is the first single from Eloquor’s forthcoming third album From The Oceans of Karana. Featuring the smooth vocals of Ginger Van Es (Pegz, Run For Your Life), and soulfully uplifting production of 76 (Briggs, Stronghorn Studios), Eloquor completes the trinity with his seamless flow. Lyrically the track highlights the importance of living one’s life in the present. Eloquor, renowned for his deep spirituality, offers his well pondered philosophies on slowing it all down, and taking it in.  The new single is available from iTunes now. Eloquor has also just released a brand new film clip for the track … Continue reading Eloquor – New Day feat. Ginger Van Es

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Tornts – Poison

Jim Steps

Representing Melbourne with a street swagger only Tornts can bring to the table comes Poison. This is Tornts at his venomous best over an epic new Kharnivor beat. Accompanied by a another classic filmclip executed by Heata, this is a massive ramp up for Tornts in the lead up to a new album. Expect a new full-length LP later in 2013,  which will be released thru Broken Tooth Entertainment and distributed by Obese Distribution.   Twitter  ||  Facebook  ||  Purchase Continue reading Tornts – Poison

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The Tongue – Drums

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When it comes to hip hop, there isn’t much The Tongue hasn’t done. He is an infamous MC battle champion, seasoned touring artist and a prolific songwriter, with two albums (Shock And Awe and Alternative Energy); three mixtapes and an EP (Bad Education) to his name. The Tongue is set to release his third album Surrender To Victory on March 15, 2013. The first single Drums is dropping shortly. Initial details on the album have been released and will feature Suffa, Illy, Sky’High, Joyride, Tom Scott (Home Brew), Ellesquire, Spit Syndicate, Thundamentals, Jimblah and more. Surrender To Victory is produced by Cam … Continue reading The Tongue – Drums

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Nas to headline ‘Movement’

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Live Nation and Niche Productions are proud to present, in association with American Hip-Hop legend Nas, the inaugural 2013 Australian Movement Festival. Filling the void of credible Hip-Hop events in Australia, the Movement Festival places Grammy award winning Hip Hop heavyweights, with mixtape kings and local heros in what’s destined to takeover as THE Hip Hop event each and every year in Australia. Setting a new standard, Movement looks to the future of Hip Hop and Rap whilst still catering to a solid Hip-Hop foundation, thanks to the festival’s co-headliner and co-curator Nas. With more than 20 years in the … Continue reading Nas to headline ‘Movement’

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Barbone – Round 2

Jim Steps

23-year old Barbone started rapping around 2003. He’s listened to rap all his life taking inspiration from grimy 90s hip hop like Onyx, Biggie Smalls, RA The Rugged Man and so on. He started rapping in the Melbourne crew, Reverse Psychology but had a falling out with them years ago and decided to pursue a solo career. Lurking in the shadows for too long can cause a local head to lose face, so that’s where Barbone’s new promo clip comes in… with the intention to make sure that not one of you ever forgets his face once revealed. Anyone who’s known … Continue reading Barbone – Round 2

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Coopers AMP Website Goes Live

Jim Steps

The Coopers AMP website has gone live, complete with a host of features, interactive content, and everything that you need to know about The 8th Australian Music Prize (AMP). Coopers National Marketing Director – Cam Pearce says “Coopers are proud to bring to The AMP an interactive website with a number of features, and for the first time, the ability for users to access videos, photos and free downloads from artists through our sponsorship.” The music downloads, which have been provided to The AMP by artist entrants, allow users to download tracks at no cost to them.  Whilst there will … Continue reading Coopers AMP Website Goes Live

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MC Wheels hits crowdfunding target

Jim Steps

As the winds began to stir on the Sunshine Coast late last week, 18yo Caloundra rapper Nathan Tessman aka MC Wheels began celebrating his latest milestone reaching 100% of his PledgeMusic.com crowdfunding campaign so he can release his debut album My Introduction. As an independent artist, sourcing funds pledged by fans can be the best means to get your music out there without relying on a nonexistent record deal or a generous bank manager to pay for the pressing & marketing. The past 12 months have been an incredible journey for MC Wheels, taking time off from recording tracks for … Continue reading MC Wheels hits crowdfunding target

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Big Dave – Self Made

Jim Steps

2012 was a year of firsts for KP Records – The first arena show (with Ice Cube), first Festival (with Tech N9ne, D12, Obie Trice and more) and it was also the year of the first commercial album release for the label after nearly 6 years establishing a name in the industry and cementing it’s place as the power house of Canberra hip hop. That first album was Self Made the debut album from label founder Big Dave which went on to be played on over 160 commercial FM stations across the country. With that success came an ABC special (below), TV … Continue reading Big Dave – Self Made

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Let The Good Times Roll – Maundz/Hons/Ich Pig

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The Funkoars (Hons) & Maundz present another collaboration track from two of Australia’s Best Crews – Golden Era Records & Crate Cartel along with Melburn clothing company Ich Pig. To co-incide with the release the Funkoars have teamed up with MV2 Skateboards (ADL) and released a limited edition deck available for a very short time (Note: deck is now sold out). The track is all about celebrating the “good times” and memories of skateboarding back in the day. Featuring amazing unseen footage of both Hons and Maundz from their early teens to late 20’s. Funkoars  ||  Crate Cartel  ||  Maundz  ||  Ich Pig Continue reading Let The Good Times Roll – Maundz/Hons/Ich Pig

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Interview: Alex Williamson (The Loosest Aussie Bloke Ever)

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If you don’t know the name by now, you need to check yourself cunt. Alex Williamson aka The Loosest Aussie Bloke Ever is taking not only the internet by storm, but also carving his way to becoming one of Australia’s most in demand stand up comics. With upcoming shows at the Adelaide Fringe Festival and also The Melbourne International Comedy Festival, Alex’s loose brand of comedy is proving to be a juggernaut.   aahh: With over 25 million views on YouTube and over 150,000 subscribers, it’s hard to imagine YouTube without your video’s. What has it been like becoming a famous face on … Continue reading Interview: Alex Williamson (The Loosest Aussie Bloke Ever)

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T-Bar – The Piece Of Mind Mixtape

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It’s been a long time coming but Melbourne MC, T-Bar, has finally unleashed his debut release The Piece of Mind Mixtape. Filled with 12 infectious tracks, the Piece of Mind Mixtape covers a substantial array of topics and subject matter. Never one to pretend to be someone or something he’s not, T-Bar spent months writing and perfecting each track, ensuring the mixtape didn’t only sound great but consistently made the listener think about and reflect on their own views, values and beliefs. That’s not to say the mixtape isn’t without it’s fair share of songs to get your feet tapping and head … Continue reading T-Bar – The Piece Of Mind Mixtape

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Red Bull Flying Bach: Australia

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Following a sold-out European tour and shows in Russia and Japan, global sensation, Red Bull Flying Bach is set to land in Australia for the first time next March. In the ultimate clash of cultures, Red Bull Flying Bach fuses breakdance crew, Flying Steps and their unrestricted and explosive dance style with the elegant music of visionary 18th century composer, Johann Sebastian Bach. With a limited number of shows in Sydney and Melbourne, Red Bull Flying Bach will bring together fans of both classical mu…sic and hip-hop dance culture for two not-to-be-missed performances at each venue. With head spins driven … Continue reading Red Bull Flying Bach: Australia

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The Herbaliser – Australian DJ Tour

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Fresh from releasing their acclaimed 7th album, There Were Seven The Herbaliser are escaping the UK and heading South for an 8 date DJ tour of Australia, including appearances at the WOMAD Festival in Adelaide and Perth’s International Arts Festival.  Hailed by the press as a “buoyant return” (Clash), with repeated listens an “enjoyable must” (BBC Music) and a “return to greatness” (AllMusic), There Were Seven sees the band, 18 years into their career, still at the very top of their game. Visas sorted, flights booked and record bags packed, Jake & Ollie are ready to bring their funk-infused hip-hop (or hip-hop-infused funk, depending on … Continue reading The Herbaliser – Australian DJ Tour

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Cortext – Streaming Consciousness 2.0

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Cortext is a WA hip hop artist who has been making noise around the state for a while now. The Perth based/South West raised lyricist has been apart of several projects over the last few years, as well as releasing two collaborative CDs, Champion Music, with SMA crewmate Chekid, and Ill Recognise Ill, with long-time friend and collaborator Aero.D.   Cortext latest effort comes in the form of two disc release titled Streaming Consciousness 2.0. Featuring a host of artists including Ulla Shay, Bsyde, Crispe, Bryte MC, Porsah Laine, Fatty Phew, Graphic, Greeley, Bitter Belief and more. Productions duties are … Continue reading Cortext – Streaming Consciousness 2.0

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Supastition – The Blackboard EP

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North Carolina’s own Supastition releases The Blackboard EP, a FREE 8-track digital EP. The project serves as a thank you to the listeners who continued to support his music after his sudden departure from the music business in 2010. The Blackboard is about returning to the basics of emceeing and rediscovering that vintage sound that Supastition has been known for since his debut album in 2002. The project features the critically acclaimed, Yada Yada, the conceptual Best Worst Day, and the boom bap inspired Indestructible. The only guest appearances on The Blackboard EP are the DJ duo, Faust & Shortee, … Continue reading Supastition – The Blackboard EP

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Koolta Announces Possessions Tour Dates

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Adelaide MC and producer Koolta has just announced final dates and supports for his upcoming Possessions single tour in early February. 2012 was a huge year for the hip-hop favourite, releasing his debut album The Extraordinary Average Joe, supporting the Hilltop Hoods, opening the Adelaide leg of the national Parklife Festival tour and being awarded the MRC’s Clip It! Initiative. Taking in four dates only, Koolta is bringing some of his mates with him, with support nationally from Sydney’s Electric Elements crew, along with DeathStarrs (BRIS), Prime (ADL), Ry (MELB) and Mute MC & Kit Complete (Big Village – SYD). … Continue reading Koolta Announces Possessions Tour Dates

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Chasm X Skryptcha – The Summer

Jim Steps

Skryptcha has a knack for making the philosophical non-confrontational. His second masterpiece Mindful is not unlike its creator; perceptive, sharp and ahead of its time. After the notoriety surrounding previous LP Numb3rs, and break out EP Left to Write, the slick young wordsmith has found time to knock out a Journalism degree, and travel substantially. Crafted during the most pivotal years of his life, Mindful takes a considered look at Skryptcha’s unique journey thus far. Skryptcha now teams up with beatsmith extraordinaire to bring to you a brand new free release titled The Summer. The Summer mixtape features production and remixes from Chasm, Lotek, Ta-Ku and Dr Don Don. The release … Continue reading Chasm X Skryptcha – The Summer

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Bitter Belief – The Circus

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SBX crew member Bitter Belief first started writing poems at the young age of 13. In time with his love for writing combined with his love for hip hop it evolved from poems to rhymes. Recording over downloaded instrumentals with very basic cheap equipment Bitter B put his head down and got to work recording at least a track a day for the next few years to come. At the age of 17 he was signed to an independant label but left two years later to continue his journey alone. After leaving the label Bitter put out a series of mixtapes … Continue reading Bitter Belief – The Circus

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Enough Rope – Enough Rope Mixtape

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Enter Enough Rope. Two heads sharing their story and intrinsic thoughts through hip hop music. ER is made up of Skwid Roc, a b-boy who grew up breaking with the likes of Tommy Illfigga and the Skill at Will crew, aswell as Thomacide Daley, a skateboarder first and foremost drawn to hip hop, recognizable through his style of skateboarding and everyday life.  This brand new duo from Brisbane met in 2009, developing a friendship which would turn rapship in 2011 where they began making their first recordings. Fast forward to Late 2012, the duo have released their debut self titled … Continue reading Enough Rope – Enough Rope Mixtape

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2013 Hilltop Hoods Initiative

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Applications are now open for the 2013 Hilltop Hoods Initiative! The Hilltop Hoods and APRA are teaming up again to give a career changing $10K to the most impressive emerging Hip Hop/Soul act in Australia.   Aimed at helping fund the manufacturing and marketing of an album release, the grant is open to any act that hasn’t had a previous professional commercial release. For application instructions and terms log on here. Applications close on Tuesday 26th February and the grant recipient will be announced on Thursday 28th March. Good Luck! More Information  ||  APRA / AMCOS  ||  Hilltop Hoods Continue reading 2013 Hilltop Hoods Initiative