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New Music: Mr Hill & Rahjconkas – ‘Dead End Street’ feat. Muph

Jim Steps

After a highly productive debut year in 2012, March 2013 sees the 2nd single release for one of local hip hop’s hardest working up and coming duo’s Mr Hill & Rahjconkas. In the space of one year they have firmly made a place for themselves in the industry and gained respect and accolades from genre veterans. 2013 is shaping up to be no different. Since the release of their first single in October 2012 Put The Work In, popularity for this young duo has gained increasingly. Being chosen by triple j unearthed to play at Brisbane’s hiphop festival Sprung, saw … Continue reading New Music: Mr Hill & Rahjconkas – ‘Dead End Street’ feat. Muph

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Bryte – Bryte Side Of Life

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Having hit the ground running in February with the title track, Bryte picks up the pace with the release of his sophomore album Bryte Side Of Life. Out through TOO SOLID Records/MGM Distribution on 5th April, not only is the LP inspiring and reflective but it’s got multi-level humour that will both amuse and shock. Born and raised in Brisbane, now living in Perth, Bryte has been exposed to many different experiences, attitudes and ways of life from a young age. Fostered from his sick mother at just a few days old, there is no question that Bryte’s depth of understanding … Continue reading Bryte – Bryte Side Of Life

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Vegas Aces – Black x Purple

Jim Steps

Vegas Aces is a duo consisting of 4TH and producer Cam Bluff. After previously winning triple j Sprung Hip Hop competition – they went from strength to strength releasing their first debut and then a follow-up EP which saw the duo tour around the country several times with acts such as 360, Seven, Mr Hill to name just a few. Now the guys are set to release their 3rd installment – Black and Purple, today. Vegas Aces are showcasing a more refined and matured sound and bring a few special guests along for the ride including Spit Syndicate, Seven, Mr … Continue reading Vegas Aces – Black x Purple

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Johnny Idem & Ron Rugged

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Johnny “Idem” Crates & Ron “Madhat” Rugged originally 2/3 of the 1990 Melbourne Hip-Hop crew Positive Direction. Idem was about to release an album with Trem in 1995 but was never completed but produced 3 tracks on Prowla’s first tape in 1994 and produced Raise’s album – The Essence in 1996 for Nuff Said Records.  Also releasing 10 breaks samples LP’s out on vinyl which went worldwide. In 1992 Ron made a link with Shan Frenzie for a multitude of live shows and tracks. The two later joined with Melbourne’s own Code of Ethics (MC Pluto and his producer Blackout), to create … Continue reading Johnny Idem & Ron Rugged

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Purpose Live On BKS

Jim Steps

Purpose, the restless yet calculated mind behind the now infamous If the City Had A Voice mixtape series, is hardly a new face in the Australian Hip-Hop scene. With the roots of a freestyle/battle rapper, he represented Adelaide successfully nationwide early on, leading him to the US with coveted spot in the Scribble Jam MC tournament at 17.  In short, Purpose was a wordsmith before he was legal. March 1st saw Purpose release his highly anticipated self-produced debut LP Where It Starts through MGM. The record, which takes an honest look into the mind of a multi-faceted young man, features singles We Will Be … Continue reading Purpose Live On BKS

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Coin x Akouo – Letters To The Sun

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Letters To The Sun is a soul/hip hop duo featuring Perth MC Coin (The Stoops) and Tasmanian producer/DJ Akouo. Their debut self-titled album is out on the 22nd March 2013 (today), through Obese Distribution. Originating from two of the most musically isolated parts of Australia, Perth Coin and Tasmanian DJ/producer Akouo have been quietly building a cache of sounds that blend neo-soul, backpack rap and eclectic rhythms. The duo draw inspiration from a range of influences, from hip hop producers such as J Dilla, Pete Rock, Hitek, Exile and 20Syl to neo-soul figures like Amp Fiddler, Erykah Badu and Common. As a … Continue reading Coin x Akouo – Letters To The Sun

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Mute X Roleo – first single ‘Monkey’

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Monkey is the first single off the collaborative effort from Reverse Polarities founding member Mute MC and Daily Meds producer Roleo. The song has already been getting love on triple jand is a prime example of what happens when two crazy people come together to create at Big Village’s HQ, Hibernian House. Roleo’s driving Afro/Jungle style beat meets Mute’s eccentric ragga style flow, screaming and chanting exaltations to life. Due for a late April release through Big Village the self-titled project is a collection of songs combining the crunchy, synth heavy beats of Roleo with sharp, introspective and heartfelt lyrics from Mute. … Continue reading Mute X Roleo – first single ‘Monkey’

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P.Smurf – The Story So Far

Jim Steps

Today, March 22 Big Village will release the debut solo EP The Story So Far from Daily Meds front man P.Smurf. In the lead-up P.Smurf has been streaming a song a day on soundcloud before the record goes in stores and online. This sun drenched 7 track EP is a testament to the last 8 years of hard work the Sydney MC has put into mastering his craft, and it shows. During The Story So Far P.Smurf goes into depth on what makes him tick, both as a person and an MC. Splicing his trademark spit-fire lyricism with tales of love, … Continue reading P.Smurf – The Story So Far

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Purpose breaks into ARIA albums chart with independent debut ‘Where It Starts’

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Monday morning Purpose took to social media to advise fans his debut project has yet again proved larger than it’s bedroom roots, becoming the #18 highest selling Australian album on the ARIA charts week ending 8th of March and #12 across the Urban charts. A huge feat for a debut album, let alone one without the benefits of label support and funding. Below is footage of him performing to a warm reception at the coveted Clipsal 500 concert on his albums release day, March 1st. He will be taking his talents on the road yet again in April/May. In the meantime … Continue reading Purpose breaks into ARIA albums chart with independent debut ‘Where It Starts’

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Deuce Kicks – Suburbs In The Sky

Jim Steps

Suburbs In The Sky, Deuce Kicks’ second EP, is testament to Deuce Kicks’ growth as artists – both individually and as a duo. The EP sees Deuce Kicks backing away from the relentless and aggressive sound of their first EP, Bats & Blisters, and exploring different sounds and themes.  The result is an introspective, honest and most importantly, a vulnerable body of work that stunningly balances the struggle of personal hardship with the ambitions and dreams of two young men. Droopy is a hip hop-based music producer from Melbourne, Australia with a thick, textured sound and subtle soulful undertones. At … Continue reading Deuce Kicks – Suburbs In The Sky

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Mind Over Matter – Real Life feat K.I.K.I

Jim Steps

Emerging from Sydney’s vibrant hip hop community in 2006, the duo known as Mind Over Matter quickly established themselves as artists to be reckoned with. Through their highly lauded mixtape For Our Hip Hoppers, they successfully built and earned a loyal fan base nationally. In 2008 Mind Over Matter released their debut album entitled Keepin’ It Breezy to industry wide praise, culminating in a nomination for Australian album of the year in triple j’s J Mag. With the success of this debut combined with their pre-established following cemented by back to back outstanding releases, MCs Willow and Smiles Again have … Continue reading Mind Over Matter – Real Life feat K.I.K.I

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Sketch The Rhyme – Adelaide Fringe

Jim Steps

Featuring visual artists, hip hop MCs and a full live band, Sketch The Rhyme is a brilliantly unique game show where freestyle rapping meets fast paced illustration and live animation in a number of hilarious improvised games, inspired by Pictionary, Celebrity Heads and Mr Squiggle. Sketch The Rhyme is a fresh, fast and funny interactive hip hop game show where speed drawing meets freestyle rapping to the sounds of a live band. Inspired by Mr Squiggle and Pictionary, this game-show-with-a-twist is made up of a series of playoffs between the artists and the rappers. The artists speed-sketch pictures relevant to a … Continue reading Sketch The Rhyme – Adelaide Fringe

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Seth Sentry – Science, Shooters & SXSW

Jim Steps

2012 was a massive year for Seth Sentry… three high-rotation singles, an album debuting at #6 on the ARIA charts, triple j’s feature album of the week and Channel [V]’s Oz Artist Of The Year award… but seeing as though he got to kick off 2013 by driving a DeLorean and currently on his North American Tour, this is already the year to beat.  aahh: How have the last few months been in comparison to this same time last year? Seth Sentry: Oh last year I was doing fuck all, struggling to write the album, smoking pot and playing a lot of video games, … Continue reading Seth Sentry – Science, Shooters & SXSW

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Dave Vs Goliath – It’s Big – It’s Catchy – It’s ‘The Original’. Big Dave Feat. Snoop Dogg!!

Jim Steps

Having been mentored by the likes of industry legend John Payne (WIDEawake & Death  Row Records) to touring with some of the worlds hip hop elite from Ice Cube, Bone  Thugs N Harmony, Xzibit, KRS One, D12 and many more Big Dave is set to drop his latest  single The Original featuring world renown hip hop artist Snoop Dogg to national  media in the coming weeks.  ‘The Original’ is the second single to be released from Big Dave’s upcoming 2013 album Self Made being released through MGM Distribution. I am sure I need not introduce Snoop Dogg or as some might … Continue reading Dave Vs Goliath – It’s Big – It’s Catchy – It’s ‘The Original’. Big Dave Feat. Snoop Dogg!!

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Citizen Kay Announces new single ‘Yes!’

Jim Steps

Originally born in Ghana, then moving to the Capital of Australia while still very young, Citizen Kay has grown up with an ambition to make his way into the music scene. Beginning as an aspiring songwriter with a love of hip-hop, he began rapping under the name ‘Kay‘. Not long after teaching himself how to rap, he decided to start teaching himself how to make beats and the art of recording. As time went on, Kay gained more experience making beats, finessing his rapping style and writing and recording his music. His reputation spread and before long he was working … Continue reading Citizen Kay Announces new single ‘Yes!’

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Soliloquy – Double Sided

Jim Steps

At just sixteen years of age, Soliloquy has accomplished more than most young aspiring rappers can even dream of, let alone will ever achieve. His debut performance was in front of a sold out venue, making a guest appearance on stage with New York Hip-Hop legend Pharoahe Monch. In July of 2011, Soliloquy released his debut EP The Unveiling, receiving much acclaim from industry figures and the general public alike. He spent the following year honing his craft, working on new material and performing around Melbourne. 2012 brought yet another rebirth for Soliloquy, as he has matured lyrically and experientially. His second release … Continue reading Soliloquy – Double Sided

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Dutch – This Is It feat. Sye McRitchie

Jim Steps

Emerging from Sydney’s hip hop scene, Dutch has been involved in the Sydney hip hop world for a number of years now, growing a musical partnership with respected Sydney based producer Espa, Dutch is fast becoming a highly regarded artist with unquestionable potential. Dutch creates potent yet laid back songs that reveal a tenacious aspect to his views on life. His lyrics are so honest they reveal the thoughts people have but never say. They are relatable and poignant yet are not lacking in a sense of humour. Currently in the early stages of producing his first full length solo album, his seamless ability to perform on any … Continue reading Dutch – This Is It feat. Sye McRitchie

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Prophet Rayza To Shave Dreadlocks In ‘World’s Greatest Shave’

Jim Steps

Hip Hop, Prophet Rayza needs your help! He has accepted the challenge to SHAVE OFF HIS DREADLOCKS for The Leukaemia Foundation’s, World’s Greatest Shave. Here is what Prophet Rayzar has to say about his endeavour: “I have not cut my hair in six years. My hair has been a spiritual journey for me and has served my soul well and now I would like my hair to serve others. My hair has been meticulously maintained as you can see, as it means a great deal to me so I have set a target of $6,000 ($1,000 for every year I have … Continue reading Prophet Rayza To Shave Dreadlocks In ‘World’s Greatest Shave’

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Candice Monique – FREE ME: The Mixtape

Jim Steps

Originally from Adelaide, South Australia – Candice Monique is a talented & unique singer/rapper/poet whose individual vocal and lyrical style draws comparisons to Neneh Cherry, Me’shell Ndegeocello, Lauren Hill and Erykah Badu. It is this distinctive style along with her stage presence & artistic depth which makes her one of Australia’s most exciting & original new artists. After being discovered by Professor Griff (Public Enemy), Candice was flown to Atlanta, Georgia to record her first demo CD produced by Griff himself. There she worked with Atlanta’s Jason Orr (The FunkJazz Kafe) in 2003 and later returned to to the US in … Continue reading Candice Monique – FREE ME: The Mixtape

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Illy Interview: Back To Bring It.

Jim Steps

The third studio album from Illy came in the form of Bring It Back. Described by the popular emcee as “a heart album“, the LP was not stylistically intended to follow-up from its predecessor The Chase. Reflective of the scene behind the genre, Bring it Back is largely a collaborative album, including all manner of vocal and production guests. aahh: After a bit of a break from recording, you’re back now with your latest LP titled ‘Bring It Back’. Tell us a bit about the new album? Illy: It’s a throwback to music I listened to coming up. It’s also an album that … Continue reading Illy Interview: Back To Bring It.

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360 – US Tour (Win Tickets)

Jim Steps

After an incredible 12 month period in his home territory, Melbourne based rapper 360 hasn’t showed any signs of slowing down and has firmly set his sights on breaking into the US and Canadian markets. After the announcement late last year that Sixty would make his very first trip to America to play the infamous SXSW Music Conference, we are stoked to now announce a whole swag of special showcase performances and events that will round off his visit.
 
 First up Six will be playing three very special showcases as a part of SXSW. OnWednesday March 13, 360 will play … Continue reading 360 – US Tour (Win Tickets)

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P-Money signs to Duck Down Music

Jim Steps

Dawn Raid Entertainment, LLC and Dirty Management are pleased to announce that highly accomplished producer and DJ, P-­Money, has signed a new deal with US label, Duck Down Music. With a string of platinum albums and number one singles to his credit, P-­Money has become a household name in New Zealand. Now he joins stable mate David Dallas as the latest Kiwi to sign a deal with the renowned New York based label that has distributed projects for 9th Wonder, B-­Real of Cypress Hill, Talib Kweli, De La Soul, Buckshot, Pete Rock & Smif N Wessun, Sean Price and more. … Continue reading P-Money signs to Duck Down Music

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Spit Syndicate Interview: Sunday, One Day.

Jim Steps

Sydney hip hop duo Spit Syndicate return in 2013 with third album Sunday Gentlemen. After the success of previous releases Towards The Light and Exile, a hungry fan base have been waiting anxiously for the next instalment from Spit Syndicate. We catch up with emcee Jimmy Nice of the Double S, on the eve of the Sunday Gentleman release, here’s what he had to say. aahh: What’s the first thing you guys plan to do on release day? Jimmy Nice: I’m actually working on release day. Release night will be a different story. I may hold off on full celebrations untill … Continue reading Spit Syndicate Interview: Sunday, One Day.

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Chasm To Release EP Series

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Australia’s most dexterous producer Chasm will be releasing a series of EP’s this year. The first of which, Diamond Cuts, out March 15th, features long-time collaborators Skryptcha and Rachael Berry. Lead single Oo La La La will be available from iTunes when the EP drops.  EP’s to come see Chasm team up with esteemed artists Monchichi, Guilty Simpson, and Blak Twang. Check out the behind the scenes video for Chasm’s next clip Dreamin feat. RUCL and Gappy Ranks below. Chasm Beats  ||  Twitter  ||  Soundcloud Continue reading Chasm To Release EP Series

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Stalkz – Brave New World

Jim Steps

Stalkz is undoubtedly one of the Australia’s most talented emerging young hip-hop artists. 2012 has seen him carve his way through the live circuits supporting International and interstate acts such as DJ Krush, Cut Chemist, Class A, GDP, Fort Kilsby, 2Dogs (Resin Dogs), Def Wish Cast and Kerser. Now in 2013 Stalkz returns with his debut single Brave New Worldoff the coming EP We Never Left. The single Brave New World captures in detail the many varying aspects of desperation and indulgence. It’s an honest and direct account leading you through the deep lows and great heights of extravagance, and it’s toll on … Continue reading Stalkz – Brave New World

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KryptamistiK – Emerge N See

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Producer-MC’s Skinz and Nikzman are KryptamistiK, one of the unsung heroes of the Australian hip hop underground. Spreading their positive messages of respect and intellect mixed with lyrical precision and banging beats, the group have been a mainstay of the Brisbane hip hop community since their conception in 1998. With the duo taking on all aspects of the craft, from mic skills and live freestyling to beat production and recording, the pair have remained the core of the KryptamistiK movement since day one. Despite the circulating nature of the bands members, Skinz and Nikzman continue to push the envelope of hip hop … Continue reading KryptamistiK – Emerge N See

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Ry – Wall Street EP

Jim Steps

In Melbourne there is a twenty-something creating New-Wave Rap Music that has a refreshing sound and organic feel. He goes by the name of simply Ry, and has been building his base for the past few years with Mixtapes, EP releases and Videos. Ry’s latest offering is an EP called Wall Street, which has already garnered attention locally, and is bound to make an impact not just within the Hip Hop/Rap Genre but Australian Music in general. Featuring Production from up and comers C1 and Soul Marauder, Wall Street combines an 80’s cinematic vibe with an up-tempo retro feel. The featured single, … Continue reading Ry – Wall Street EP

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DiktionOne – Sunny Days

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DiktionOne presents the brand new film clip for Sunny Days featuring Alisa Fedele, taken from his breakthrough debut album Cardboard Crown. The track features production by skilled producer Ruski. Sunny Days was independently produced from the ground up including the film clip, with DiktionOne and DJ Rellik responsible for the final cut and edit. This is a continuing theme for the duo as they released DiktionOne’s debut album Cardboard Crown independently through Turnstyle Records. The album was regarded as a breakthrough album with a quality of rhyme and production not often seen on a debut project. The album gained acclaim from triple … Continue reading DiktionOne – Sunny Days

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Scripted Dialects – Word Travels

Jim Steps

Three MC’s, turntables, beats, samples and guitar – Scripted Dialects are a hip-hop outfit rising from the sun-baked streets of Brisbane since 2008. The three lads embrace traditional hip hop axioms whilst also incorporating the spirit and stylistic elements evolved from growing up in the cultural basins of South East Queensland and Northern New South Wales. Years spent at the beach, barbecues, beers, skating, surfing, sitting around campfires and the feel good vibe of Australia are contrasted by the intolerance, racism, class segregation and the political parochialism that divides our country. Their debut EP, Just Pressed Record (2009), was an 8-track … Continue reading Scripted Dialects – Word Travels

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Celedora – Cut Your Teeth EP

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Celedora are a two man hip-hop outfit consisting of 22 year old Rudz as Producer/ DJ and 21 year old Smackie as Emcee/Producer. Originally, the pair hail from Adelaide, South Australia where they went to high school together. Recent work commitments has seen the duo separated; with Smackie moving to Townsville, Queensland. However, this has done little to stem the flow of creativity and composition as they collaborate cross-country. Celedora recently released their first project titled Cut Your Teeth EP; a four track snapshot of their musical creation since inception, 12 months ago. It features all original production by the pair … Continue reading Celedora – Cut Your Teeth EP