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Prime 2011 Wrap Up

Jim Steps

2011 was a spectacular year for Prime. Good Morning, call it a mixtape if you dare, was released with a collection of all-original material (save for three beats) but was crafted and structured as lovingly as any album in your collection. The fact that it was made available for free download was simply a bonus.  Prime’s unprecedented approach to fan engagement in 2011 has been his success – his habit of giving away original, album-quality material to a burgeoning listener base via social media, one heartfelt, hard-hitting track at a time. Many of these tracks, like Devilish, have become the stuff of Internet legend; others, like … Continue reading Prime 2011 Wrap Up

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Eloquor 2011 Wrap Up

Jim Steps

2011 saw Eloquor travel across the country alongside Pegz on the massive Bombs Away Tour with official hype man duties. While touring and holding down a day job he managed to write and record material for his best work to date the 8 track  Human Condition EP. Eloquor released his Human Condition EP in November last year enlisting the production skills of Suffa, 76, Simplex, Frank Dukes, Poker Beats and Hattori Hanzo and guest MCs Pegz and 1/6. This was followed in December by a massive dual album launch with fellow Myspherical Entertainment labelmates In Good Company. Eloquor appeared on numerous … Continue reading Eloquor 2011 Wrap Up

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In Good Company 2011 Wrap Up

Jim Steps

2011 was a big year for In Good Company – Three distinctly unique individuals fusing their respective styles together to produce a hybrid self-titled LP. Consisting of Syntax, Breach and Whisper, the dynamic trio are seasoned word-slingers with a partiality for wordplay, stunning punch lines and sonic storytelling. In Good Company the self titled LP, released last year featured an assortment of impressive vocal contributors including Eloquor, Mantra, Ginger Van Es, Boltz and Skyzoo (USA) and additional production highlights from heavyweights M-Phazes, Jase, J Smith & Dutch, and Joe Lewis. The single The Road feat. Ginger Van Es produced by Whisper, is … Continue reading In Good Company 2011 Wrap Up

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M-Phazes – Phazed Out

Jim Steps

Australia’s top rank hip-hop producer M-Phazes and legendary turntablist DJ Rhettmatic of the World Famous Beat Junkies, join forces for the February 14th release of Phazed Out. The project is a compilation of select singles taken from Coalmine Record’s catalog, remixed by the ARIA Award winning M-Phazes and blended together by the former DMC West Coast Champion, Rhettmatic. The mix breathes new life into many of the boutique label’s previously released material and includes guest features from the likes of Big Noyd, Phil The Agony, Termanology, Sadat X, Heltah Skeltah, CL Smooth, Skyzoo, Masta Ace, Brown Bag AllStars, El Da Sensei, Mela Machinko, J-Live and more. In promotion … Continue reading M-Phazes – Phazed Out

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Kadyelle – Puppet Strings

Jim Steps

Puppet Strings is the first single from Kadyelle’s new studio album, The Theory of Everything due for release in 2012. The track features SBX legends Dazastah, Optamus (of Downsyde),  Hunter & Porsah Laine, along with Perth’s beloved Soma and freshly WA-settled  veteran rapper from VIC, Thorts. The two-part single reps production from The Digital Assassin (formerly of Blades) and Rahjconkas.Vocals and ‘Rahjconkas Mix‘ beat mixed by Aetcix. Touted as being one of the most skillful females in the scene right now, after her solid debut release Earthworthy hit shelves in April 2010 (and later as a free download on Bandcamp). Kadyelle … Continue reading Kadyelle – Puppet Strings

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Sky’High joins 360 ‘Boys Like You’ Tour

Jim Steps

Sydney MC Sky’High has just been announced as a support act for the one of the hottest acts in Hip Hop in Australia right now 360. The shows on February 24th and 25th will be held at The Standard in Sydney and with the first show already sold out make sure you get your tickets fast. Tour dates: Fri Feb 24 – The Standard, Sydney NSW **SOLD OUT** With Sky’High Tickets via: Oztix – 360.oztix.com.au & Moshtix Sat Feb 25 – The Standard, Sydney NSW **NEW SHOW** With Sky’High Tickets via: Oztix – 360.oztix.com.au & Moshtix For the full list of dates and ticketing … Continue reading Sky’High joins 360 ‘Boys Like You’ Tour

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Aslan & Brad Strut – The Testament (Twelve Jewelz A.U.S)

Jim Steps

Founder of Twelve Jewelz Productions and The Horns of Jericho Soundsystem. UK based Emcee/Producer Aslan has been creating music & performing for well over a decade at home and abroad cementing himself as both an innovative lyricist and solid beat maker. Aslan has been busy building with his Twelve Jewelz family around the globe and is set to present the follow ups to The Concentration Camp Pt. 1 with The Latin Quarterz, French Legion, Twelve Jewels Australia, and The Horns Of Jericho compilations. This is the 2nd single from the forthcoming Aslan Presentz… Twelve Jewelz A.U.S titled The Testament feat. Brad Strut. Production by Aslan, for more information head to http://www.twelvejewelz.com. You can also purchase … Continue reading Aslan & Brad Strut – The Testament (Twelve Jewelz A.U.S)

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Down Under Grime Vol. 1

Jim Steps

50/50 is pleased to present Down Under Grime Vol.1. Selected and mixed by Family Tree’s DJ Complex this features previously released as well as unreleased tracks and highlights by some of the strongest grime production and MC’ing coming out of Australia. Look out for Vol.2 coming very very shortly! You can find the track list below and download the mix by clicking on the little grey down arrow in the Soundcloud player. Track List 1. Spartan Riddim – Brinks / Nebs / Kerser 2. New Age – Arctic 3. Takeoff Freestyle – Fraksha / Fatty Phew 4. Magnum Riddim – … Continue reading Down Under Grime Vol. 1

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Hilltop Hoods feat. Sia – I Love It (Debate Remix) – Pay With A Tweet

Jim Steps

Tweet To Pay and get a free Drinking From The Sun bonus track – Hilltop Hoods feat. Sia – I Love It (Debate Remix). Simply follow the Tweet To Pay link below or click the main image in order to pay with a Tweet and get your exclusive track. You can for a limited time, pre-order the exclusive Drinking From The Sun package. The full details of this package can be found below.  In the package you will find: A signed copy of ‘Drinking from the Sun’. A copy of the 2012 Golden Era Mixtape feat. Hilltop Hoods, Funkoars, Vents, ADFU … Continue reading Hilltop Hoods feat. Sia – I Love It (Debate Remix) – Pay With A Tweet

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Full Tote Odds – Place Your Bets

Jim Steps

Full Tote Odds are Levelheaded, Slats, Eslev, DJ Hacksaw and Ross Read. These five boys from the Adelaide hills have crossed paths in the music world for over fifteen years. Mates since the first year of High School, Slats, Levelheaded & DJ Hacksaw were members of the Blackwood Hip Hop group Train Of Thought. Under that name they released a highly acclaimed Demo (2002) and a hit debut album Moving Heads (2004). The Moving Heads LP was released through Obese Records and featured two other emerging Adelaide acts in Hilltop Hoods and Funkoars. The album sky-rocketed Train Of Thought to national recognition in … Continue reading Full Tote Odds – Place Your Bets

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360 – Boys Like You feat. Gossling – Official Video

Jim Steps

Fresh off the back of his Boys Like You Tour comes the official video for Boys Like You. What happens when you put 360, Gossling and Ruby Rose together and make a film clip? It turns into a gritty daytime soap opera, which is exactly what’s happened in the video for Boys Like You. Boys Like You is the latest lifted from Sixty’s latest record Falling & Flying and this is what he had to say about the tune. “Boys Like You is a song I wrote about my ex-girlfriend actually,. She cheated on me with one of my best … Continue reading 360 – Boys Like You feat. Gossling – Official Video

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Hilltop Hoods – I Love It Feat. Sia

Jim Steps

The Hilltop Hoods have treated fans to not only one brand new film clip for their lead single I Love It, taken from the upcoming Drinking From The Sun LP, due February 2012. The clips, produced by 3 different production companies each bring a unique take on the track. Check them all out below. Hilltop Hoods – I Love It Feat. Sia – Carl Allison & Nick Kozakis Version Kozakis and Allison bring together a perfect fusion of direction and visuals to compliment any production. Having worked together on high and low end projects they are making a solid impact on the … Continue reading Hilltop Hoods – I Love It Feat. Sia

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Vinyl Villains – Back In Action (Remix)

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 attended Blackwood High and shared a passion for Hip Hop which has never waned.  In Early 2000 Debate approached Hacksaw to join his group then called Exhilation the group would eventually consist of 5 members and become known as Train Of Thought. In The Mid 2000’s members of Train Of Thought decided to pursue different interests in life but Hacksaw & Debate kept doing their thing and … Continue reading Vinyl Villains – Back In Action (Remix)

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360 – Boys Like You Tour

Jim Steps

Enigmatic, straight-talking 360 is taking his contentious live show to the masses come February and March 2012 on the back of his addictive new single Boys Like You. And not a moment too soon. The Boys Like You Tour picks up where the sold out national Falling & Flying album tour left off. Boasting twelve big shows to give fans another tasty dose of the pumped up 360 party. Once again, it’s not just capital cities feeling the love, limited regional centres will also get a look into 360’s high-energy world. Six’s crew will join him in these live conquests and … Continue reading 360 – Boys Like You Tour

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Megatroid wins Icebird ‘Charmed Life’ remix competition

Jim Steps

Megatroid is a Sydney born, Vancouver based producer who has so far slipped under the radar of all but the most discerning hip hop/production fans. Think this is set to change though, especially now that he as won the Icebird ‘Charmed Life’ remix competition, beating over 150 entries to clinch the win!  The track was offered up for remix by the duo behind Icebird: legendary producer RJD2 and singer Aaron Livingson of The Mean. Megatroid went for a stripped back, minimalist vibe, commenting that he wanted to create “an alternative to the current dub-step trend in electronic music, which is brutal … Continue reading Megatroid wins Icebird ‘Charmed Life’ remix competition

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Hilltop Hoods Super Request Super Farewell

Jim Steps

As promised the Hilltop Hoods are putting on two exclusive side-shows in Perth, as they will not be appearing on the Perth leg of the BDO tour. The shows will be held at Capitol on Thursday & Friday the 9th & 10th of February, 2012. After the Hilltop Hoods first Perth side-show sold out in the first few days the guys have added a second due to popular demand. Apart from Vents & ADFU, the Hoods will be joined by Perth’s very own Dazastah & Layla (at both shows). Tickets are now on sale from here! Hilltop Hoods  ||  Twitter  ||  Golden Era Records Continue reading Hilltop Hoods Super Request Super Farewell

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Drapht – ARIA Performance

Jim Steps

Drapht is still currently on cloud nine from a couple of weeks ago after taking home the ARIA for Best Urban Album.  It was his first year in attendance at the ARIAs and was lucky enough to have been asked to open the ceremony with a performance of Rapunzel which you can watch below. Drapht is currently enjoying a couple of weeks at home in Perth, but is excited about what’s to come with his summer Festival appearances kicking off again on the 30th December in Rockhampton for the Oxford St Party and finishing up in his home town for … Continue reading Drapht – ARIA Performance

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Tom Showtime: The Bullet Train feat N’Fa Jones – EP3013

Jim Steps

Introducing Tom Showtime, a man of many guises. Although appearing to the overt eye as a DJ, this talent brimming character is also labeled producer, café owner, saxophonist and gramophone enthusiast. From Be-Bop to Breakbeat, Tom’s passion for music is paralleled only to his tenacious enjoyment of watermelon, coffee and cricket. Tom began collecting and spinning records in London in early 2000, indubitably motivated by the collection of English house DJ’s and producers sharing his house. After several years, he returned home to Melbourne to release The Showtime EP’; a head nodding Trip Hop odyssey showcasing original horn lines and … Continue reading Tom Showtime: The Bullet Train feat N’Fa Jones – EP3013

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Australian Hip Hop Supports Canteen

Jim Steps

The Australian Hip Hop Supports Canteen collection is at one a definitive catalogue of Australian contemporary music and a warm and charitable gesture to our sick Australian kids from a supportive Australian music community. Australian Hip Hop Supports Canteens includes some of the final works from Hunter as well as a swarm of contributions from the local hip hop community. This very special album was the brainchild and final project of recently deceased seminal local rapper, Hunter. Sadly, Hunter missed the release of this album by weeks, losing his long battle with cancer in October 2011 and leaving his much-loved crew … Continue reading Australian Hip Hop Supports Canteen

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Mark B & Dialect – Fresh Wild Fly & Bold (Theory 77 Turntable Death-Mix)

Jim Steps

Theory 77 remixes Mark B & Dialect’s recent single Fresh, Wild, Fly & Bold; a tribute to old-skool Hip-Hop pioneers The Cold Crush Brothers.  We caught up with Mark B earlier today to get the lowdown on the new Fresh Wild Fly & Bold remix, check that out below. aahh: What was the reasoning behind your choice of producer on the new Fresh Wild Fly & Bold remix? Mark B: I’ve never been a fan of remixes so when I first looked at the idea of remixing the song I knew we had to come with something totally different to the original version we made. … Continue reading Mark B & Dialect – Fresh Wild Fly & Bold (Theory 77 Turntable Death-Mix)

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N’fa Jones: New single ‘Wayooy’ feat. Roots Manuva & M-Phazes

Jim Steps

N’fa Jones frontman of genre bending local hip hop collaboration 1200 Techniques is back on Australian shores with a new EP in hand, Babylondon. You would have seen him already, with recent collaborations on Drapht’s Bali Party, taken from the AIR and ARIA Award winning album Life Of Riley. As well as with 360 on a deeper album cut Hope You Don’t Mind from the AIR Award winning album Falling & Flying. N’fa’s not just back to Party Party Party, he also brought some almighty tunes home with him and has just dropped his brand new single Wayooy, featuring stellar collaborations with Roots … Continue reading N’fa Jones: New single ‘Wayooy’ feat. Roots Manuva & M-Phazes

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16 Songs For 16 Days of activism to stop violence against women + Bonus track download & launch details

Jim Steps

Melbourne Citymission has teamed up with CASA House (the Centre Against Sexual Assault) and the YWCA in an exciting project working with young people to create music with messages against violence towards women. A CD entitled ‘16 Songs for 16 Days‘ will launch at Federation Square today at 2pm. The CD launch is part of ‘16 Days of Activism’ – an international campaign calling for an end to violence against women, which runs for 16 days from 25th November to 10th December 2011. The project has had a major focus on running workshops for young people who are interested in … Continue reading 16 Songs For 16 Days of activism to stop violence against women + Bonus track download & launch details

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aahh spotlight on: One Above

Jim Steps

Hailing from Adelaide, Australia, One Above (Andrew Burford, 24) is one of the finest upcoming hip hop producers in the country. His highly accessible, melody driven style fuses a unique blend of sampling and original composition with orchestral and grass roots elements. As both a song writer and beat maker, his ability to cross musical genres has garnered him interest from many in-demand artists. Currently working on the highly anticipated Hilltop Hoods album Drinking From The Sun, and producer of the first single I Love It feat. Sia, 2012 will see him brought to the attention of listeners nation wide. … Continue reading aahh spotlight on: One Above

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REMi – Ape (Prod. by J Smith & Dutch)

Jim Steps

UY is proud to present the exclusive new single from rising Australian Hip Hop artist REMi entitled Ape.  The unique blend of live instrumentation over huge breaks, combined with REMi’s smooth yet powerful vocals, creates a colossal sound!  Ape is the first single to be leaked from his full LP due 2012. You can grab the track below by clicking the little arrow.  Twitter  ||  SoundCloud  ||  Bandcamp Continue reading REMi – Ape (Prod. by J Smith & Dutch)

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Breach Whisper Syntax: In Good Company – All Part Of The Plan feat. Mantra

Jim Steps

In Good Company three distinctly unique individuals fusing their respective styles together to produce a hybrid self-titled LP. Consisting of Syntax, Breach and Whisper, the dynamic trio are seasoned word-slingers with a partiality for wordplay, stunning punch lines and sonic storytelling. Featuring an assortment of impressive vocal contributors including Eloquor, Mantra, Ginger Van Es, Boltz and Skyzoo (USA) and additional production highlights from heavyweights M-Phazes, Jase, J Smith & Dutch, and Joe Lewis, IGC’s dynamic fusion of mindsets and themes of exploration have surfaced with brilliance and retrospect. The first single The Road, produced by Whisper, is an electronic bounce filled anthem … Continue reading Breach Whisper Syntax: In Good Company – All Part Of The Plan feat. Mantra

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Review: Dazed – Rest In Syn 7″

Jim Steps

There have been a few must have 7″ poppin’ off this year and here’s another to add to the collection. Melbourne Emcee & Producer Dazed, recently dropped a cracker titled Rest In Syn. This limited release, collectors edition vinyl features two deadly tracks from Sydney based artists with his Dazed’s own inimitable production. Rest in Syn is a record that explores this great big, unknowable, inexpressible ride we’re on – and looking back with gratitude to the past and sheer amazement at where our travels have taken us. This theme takes us to the opening track of Side A, No Regrets … Continue reading Review: Dazed – Rest In Syn 7″

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The Forked Road Album Launch

Jim Steps

Hilltop Hoods initiative winner Koolta has recently released a free mixtape (digital and physical) titled The Forked Road –  Presented and mixed by DJ PT. The release is a preview of what’s to come from this talented emcee and producer.  The Forked Road launch will be held this weekend in Adelaide Saturday Dec 1 at The Jade Monkey, everyone that rolls through the door will also get a copy of the mixtape! Performing on the night: Koolta and DJ PT  The Funky Scum Rumour  Allday  Gabriella Hyde  Hosted by Mase and Mattic $5 entry – Doors open @ 9pm Giveaways throughout night by GTNBZY and … Continue reading The Forked Road Album Launch

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Purpose – If The City Had A Voice Pt. 3

Jim Steps

After experiencing large underground success with If the City Had A Voice Pt. 2, touring the country twice and spending countless hours in the studio, Purpose rounds out the year by presenting the 3rd installment of his mixtape series. If the City Had A Voice pt. 3 is out now available here. It features 14 tracks from the Adelaide MC/producer and is mixed by DJ Hacksaw once again, showcasing the growing on track chemistry they have developed in such a short space of time. It also features Prime & Motive of Pagen Elypsis and production from Purpose himself, Rob Shaker, Answer & Debate. The full LP Where It Starts is slated to be released … Continue reading Purpose – If The City Had A Voice Pt. 3

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Boys Like You (Cam Bluff Official Remix)

Jim Steps

A member of Brisbane group Vegas Aces, Cam Bluff is no beginner when it comes to making bangers. Having already produced for Australian artists such as Spit Syndicate, The Tongue and The Optimen, his newest creation is his official remix of 360’s hit single Boys Like You. aahh caught up with Cam Bluff to get his thoughts on the new remix. Check out what he had to say below: “After releasing the Vegas Aces track with Sixty (360) earlier on in the year, I was keen to work on some other things with him. I got handed the accapella for … Continue reading Boys Like You (Cam Bluff Official Remix)

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Forbes / Bad, meet Evil… Collaboration Tee

Jim Steps

In early 2010, JRF was handed a demo by a young Gold Coast emcee after a chance encounter. Upon pressing play, he was immediately sucked into a black hole of insanity, filled with yrical genius, mind-warping beats and a ridiculous flow. A year later, Forbes is now proudly sponsored by BME and has his name on a strictly limited edition collaboration tee. All Bad, meet Evil… tees are only made from the highest quality materials, and are produced under strict guidelines to ensure every garment looks and feels amazing. Bad, meet Evil… produces only limited edition, premium quality tees, and focuses … Continue reading Forbes / Bad, meet Evil… Collaboration Tee