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Dazed – Rest In Syn 7″ featuring Rinse and Grand Arkiteks.

Jim Steps

It’s rare for the scene to be blessed with the release of a 7” in these often cynical times. Making music is an expensive habit, and there are a lot of broke artists languishing out there with stillborn plans. Melbourne based producer/MC Dazed has said fuck all that and gone ahead with a limited release, collectors edition vinyl featuring two tracks from Sydney based artists and his own inimitable production. Rest in Syn is a record by a man who still values the memories of flipping through magazines and freaking out on seeing new track produced by a favourite artist; … Continue reading Dazed – Rest In Syn 7″ featuring Rinse and Grand Arkiteks.

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Drapht – Bali Party Film Clip

Jim Steps

It’s a huge week for Drapht. The local hip hop powerhouse’s album The Life of Riley has gone Gold, he has added a run of dates in NT and WA to his massive Party Party Party Tour and today he is premiering the video for his latest single ‘Bali Party’ right here on allaussie hip hop. Drapht – The Party Party Party Tour: With special guests Muph & Plutonic, Thundamentals and Layla & Dazastah. Wednesday 14 September – Station Hotel, Thredbo, NSW Thursday 15 September – Penrith Panthers, NSW Friday 16 September – Enmore, Sydney, NSW (Licensed/All Ages) Wednesday 21 … Continue reading Drapht – Bali Party Film Clip

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Drapht adds new dates and a Gold Record!

Jim Steps

Drapht’s adding new dates to his Party, Party, Party Tour so that he can finally take the number one debuting The Life of Riley album to the dusty stages in the northwest of the country. Not only is the album and his full live show hitting towns in the north of WA this tour now also marks Drapht’s first visit to the Northern Territory. Bali Party is the new single from the The Life of Riley album, which we are very excited to announce has now reached official ARIA Gold Status. This is Drapht’s first gold album, an enormous achievement for … Continue reading Drapht adds new dates and a Gold Record!

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Rapper Tag # 40 – Jeremedy (Grey Ghost)

Jim Steps

Jeremedy is the space age rhythm-poet known for his work as frontman of Melbourne’s Electronica Rock-Hop crew The Melodics. He is also known for his high energy guest spots with various rappers including Mantra and 360. He’s latest project is Grey Ghost.  He is also a sort after graphic artist, creating high quality art for music. Grey Ghost aka Ghosty Grey aka Art Ghostfunkle is a space age rhythm-poet from Melbourne town. Mixing Punk, New Wave & Hip-Hop his Debut EP (tentatively titled The Life & Times Of Ghosty Grey) is due for physical, digital & spiritual release soon. The first … Continue reading Rapper Tag # 40 – Jeremedy (Grey Ghost)

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allaussie spotlight on: Arks Emcee

Jim Steps

Arks is the young 16 year old Melbourne emcee bringing a refreshing style to local hip-hop. Arks started at the early age of 12 penning down his thoughts and rhymes to acoustic beats. Arks, although young knows too well about the trials of tribulations with stories of love, heartbreak, hardships and joy. As his knowledge for hip-hop and the culture grew, so did his love for the art. At The Age of 14, Arks released his first mixtape The Dead Poets, based upon the famous Robin Williams film, covering such beats as Talib Kewli’s – Get By and Lyrical Commissions – … Continue reading allaussie spotlight on: Arks Emcee

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Treehouse Collective Mixtape

Jim Steps

Matt Beaton, Josh Gilmour and Kel Corbett all studied together at High School, Tafe and University, forging a strong friendship along the way. Between us we’ve had the opportunity to work with a diverse range of clients across various industries such as the Arts, Music, Fashion, Theatre, Editorial Newspaper & Magazine Design, Film, TV and Web/Multimedia Design. After working for various design & photography companies around Perth, we established Treehouse in ’07 as a way to pool our skills and pursue the type of work we love to do. With a shared passion for music, this is one area we … Continue reading Treehouse Collective Mixtape

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Bingethinkers – Cannon Fodder Video Clip

Jim Steps

Over the past half-decade, Bingethinkers have built their reputation as one of Sydney’s most dynamic hip hop outfits- electrifying audiences with their remarkable live show. The group is comprised of MC Rinse on the mic, DJ 2Buck (Dialectrix, Gully Platoon) on the decks (and beats) and producers Aeon (a member of Sydney rock/electronica act Decoder Ring) and PSYKEone on the beats. This combination of high energy, boom bap production and razor sharp lyrics create an unmatched collection of individual talent sharing a single ethos. First clip from Bingethinkers debut album “Where Are They Now – Cannon Fodder”. – Directed by VERSUS. Following up from the release of their ShelfLife Mixtape (2007), Bingethinkers formed LookUP with fellow Sydneysiders Scott Burns and Thats … Continue reading Bingethinkers – Cannon Fodder Video Clip

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Celph Titled + Action Bronson Australian Tour

Jim Steps

Hifi & Trent Slingshot presents Celph Titled with Blacastan plus Action Bronson. With 3 massive dates just announced for their Australian tour including stops Adelaide, Melbourne and Sydney this will be one gig hip hop heads must make it to. Heads will not only be treated to the hip hop goodness that Celph Titled and Action Bronson will be deliverying, Australian giants Brad Strut. Celph Titled (USA) The over-the-top, bazooka wielding action star of hip hop, word master Celph Titled began his professional entrance into the rap game as a teenage lyricist and local production staple during the late 90’s … Continue reading Celph Titled + Action Bronson Australian Tour

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Trem – For The Term Of His Natural Life

Jim Steps

Needing little to no  introduction, born and raised in inner west Sydney till the age of 13 before re-locating south to the boon-docks of G-Town, an hour south west of Melbourne, Trem, like most in his age bracket and on this part of the planet, gained his first look at hip hop through movies such as Beat Street and books like Subway Art in the early eighties. Instantly falling in love with the phenomenon he dabbled in floor moves before turning his hand to graff. As a member of the Australian leg of a worldwide graffiti crew Run For Kover … Continue reading Trem – For The Term Of His Natural Life

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Mantra – Speaking Volumes

Jim Steps

Mantra is fast becoming one of Australia’s most eminent hip hop artists. After setting a new bench mark with first solo effort Power Of The Spoken, the Melbourne emcee is back with an explosive new release entitled Speaking Volumes. Combining both musical proficiency and articulate character, Mantra has delivered a seamless, holistic album. Speaking Volumes exhibits the intricate philosophizing idiosyncrasy of Mantra’s rhymes. His vehement lyricism with its tapestry of subject matters is vividly transposed by its musical accompaniment for the album’s entirety.  Publicly, yet astutely labeled ‘your favourite rapper’s favourite rapper’, it was no surprise that an inundation of accomplished … Continue reading Mantra – Speaking Volumes

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Prime X The Weeknd – House Of Balloons

Jim Steps

South Australia’s MC Prime has been a busy man of late. Recently he dropped the first taste from his upcoming album Good Morning, with a track titled Tunguska (grab it here free) and has already made it’s debut on the national radio airwaves. In celebration Prime drops a free download titled House Of Balloons.  Not only has Prime recently been announced as label Soulmate Records latest signee, he has also featured on  UK MC Sonnyjim’s release the Psychonaut LP and also fellow stable mates 360 – Stand The Fuck Up Mixtape. Prime has already proven himself a highly talented MC with his … Continue reading Prime X The Weeknd – House Of Balloons

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360 – Killer

Jim Steps

As an added bonus 360 has just released the third single from his upcoming album Falling & Flying, a bumper of a track titled Killer. Check it out below now. It’s also official that Rapper Tag has had more than 1 million views on YouTube (1,011,127 to be exact). Falling & Flying will be out September 30, through Soulmate/EMI. 360 – Killer (Colwell/Behr/Allen/Cann/Currie/Ure). Produced by ’96 Bulls. Available @ iTunes 22nd August 2011. Contains a sample from ‘Alles Klar’ by Ultravox included courtesy of Chrysalis Records Limited. Contains elements from ‘Alles Klar’, written by Allen/Cann/Currie/Ure and published by Sing Sing Songs Ltd/Jump-Jet Music Ltd/Hot Food Music Ltd/Mood Music Ltd. All … Continue reading 360 – Killer

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Funkoars – The Quickening Album Launch Tour

Jim Steps

The Funkoars are back ‘n badder than ever and are set to unleash their highly anticipated fourth album The Quickening on Friday 16th of September through Golden Era Records. Fresh off the back of releasing their thumping first single Where I Am, the Funkoars are proud to announce The Quickening Album Launch Tour which will see them touring extensively throughout the country from September through November. Known for having one of the most dangerous shows in the business, Funkoars will be performing an all-new live show incorporating songs from The Quickening as well as their claaaassic material that forged them … Continue reading Funkoars – The Quickening Album Launch Tour

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Sonnyjim – The Psychonaut LP

Jim Steps

To Whom It May Concern:  I am writing to you on behalf of my client Sonnyjim, to inform you of his recent discontent at the bastardized image of hip-hop music portrayed and traded by popular culture. Gun toting, money fetishizing and the constant oppression of the proverbial “ho” reign supreme as rap’s status quo, and real underground hip-hop is seen as “whatever”. My client, Sonnyjim, is entirely repulsed that such a widely appreciated and intelligently honed form of “street-music” is constantly overlooked by the media in favour of the flavour of the month. In order to adequately resolve this situation, … Continue reading Sonnyjim – The Psychonaut LP

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The Herd – Future Shade

Jim Steps

It is the most complete realisation of the band’s vision, and their most carefully produced record to date. From a love of ‘90s hip hop (Red Queen Theory) to Eastern European soul (Grandma’s Song); from a Sufjan influence (My Sister’s Palace) to the incomparable (Signs of Life), Future Shade is underpinned by hip hop, but is not contained by any genre. At their essence, The Herd have always explored the personal and the political: but the fury of a song like 77% has given way to the subtlety of a song like Shihaba, detailing a family member’s encounter with racist … Continue reading The Herd – Future Shade

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360 – Stand The Fuck Up (Download)

Jim Steps

As an expression of 360’s gratitude, here’s a link to his latest (absolutely free) mixtape – the long awaited sequel to Please Be Seated 1 & 2. It’s called Stand The F**k Up. It features some of hjs favourite Australian emcees including Illy, Justice, GMC, Vegas Aces, Prime, Infinite and Tys, plus flipped versions of some of his favourite tracks at the moment. He thinks you’re going to love it. In return, hey only asks one thing – that you pre-order his album Falling & Flying! The response so far has been amazing, but in order to really achieve his … Continue reading 360 – Stand The Fuck Up (Download)

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Thundamentals Interview: ThundaCats, Thoughts & Talent

Jim Steps

Just over a week ago, Blue Mountains Crew Thundamentals dropped the highly anticipated follow-up to their 2009 Sleeping On Your Style release with the stunning LP Foreverlution. aahh catches up with Jeswon to talk all things album related, the recent KON Design comp and what’s shooting Thudamentals latest LP in to the CD players of thousands country-wide. Strap yourself in…blast off!! aahh: Fans of Thundamentals have been waiting since 2009 for a follow-up to the critically acclaimed Sleeping On Your Style LP release. What’s been the biggest change for you as a group since that release and how will Foreverlution build on that last album? Jeswon: I would have to … Continue reading Thundamentals Interview: ThundaCats, Thoughts & Talent

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Matte Blac – The Colour Of Sound

Jim Steps

After a long time of crafting his style, Melbourne MC Matte Blac, one half of the duo Mixed Alliance, has released his debut solo mixtape The Colour of Sound for free download. For his keen sense of social trends and world events, Matte is one who understands great lyrics, no backpedaling into tired metaphors each rhyme makes you think just hard as the previous.  Taking listeners on a journey from the mellow opening track to the thumping finale, Matte wanted people to see the world as he sees it, through his cryptic rhyme style, it makes you listen again and read between the lines to … Continue reading Matte Blac – The Colour Of Sound

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Phrase – Babylon (Out Today)

Jim Steps

Artfully designed to jack up your adrenalin, Phrase’s third studio album Babylon hums with tremolo guitar, Farfisa and Hammond lines. The choruses (so epic they must be carved into the side of a mountain somewhere) feature gutsy vocals from an unlikely crew of special guests including Alex Burnett of Sparkadia, Davey Lane (The Pictures/You Am I), Guineafowl, Jane Doe, Jimmy Barnes and Phrase singing, for the first time, himself. Accustomed to dropping his rhymes over loops and breaks, this time around Harley did away with all the samples and penned songs from scratch on guitar. Finding himself leaning to the raw, … Continue reading Phrase – Babylon (Out Today)

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Koolta – The Influx EP (Exclusive Download)

Jim Steps

Emerging South Australian Hip Hop artist Koolta, is a 22yo MC/Producer who was recently announced the winner of the 2011 Hilltop Hoods Initiative. With an all-round skill set, Koolta employs a DIY mentality, handling all his own production, writing, recording and mixing. Hailing from the Adelaide Hills, the last few years Koolta has contributed production and vocals on various local releases, such as K21’s – The Greenhouse compilation. In 2008 and 2009, Koolta shared the stage with K21 and DJ PT for a stack of shows around the country supporting the likes of the Funkoars, Drapht, Pegz, Vents, Terra Firma … Continue reading Koolta – The Influx EP (Exclusive Download)

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Katalyst announces 3rd album ‘Deep Impressions’ and drops a free mixtape ‘Back To Basics Vol. 1’

Jim Steps

Internationally renowned, ARIA nominated producer Katalyst returns with new album Deep Impressions, set for release on the 16th of September 2011 via Invada Records / Remote Control. The follow up album to his highly acclaimed 2007 album What’s Happening, a former triple j feature album, Deep Impressions is Katalyst’s third full length album and his most impressive work to date. The latest product of his audiophiliac obsession, Deep Impressions deconstructs and distils soul, hip hop, funk, jazz, reggae and electro influences into what is perhaps most accurately described as “the Katalyst sound”. Deep Impressions is a reflection of the large variety tunes … Continue reading Katalyst announces 3rd album ‘Deep Impressions’ and drops a free mixtape ‘Back To Basics Vol. 1’

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Bam Bam Music

Jim Steps

Bam Bam true to his name, this young emcee has burst on to the independent circuit with a huge buzz. Not only have we seen an explosive selection of tracks uploaded on to his Soundcloud page, but we’ve also seen this guy feature on 360’s mixtape Stand The Fuck Up and tour extensively with Uncle Six. Bam Bam heralds a new beginning in this emcee’s journey, pop culture, remixes, straight up hip hop and good times is this guys modus operandi. Be sure to keep an eye out for Bam Bam, an album will be coming soon. You can check out some of his recent tracks below, … Continue reading Bam Bam Music

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Ellesquire – Ready (Out Now)

Jim Steps

Big Village is very proud to announce the release of Ellesquire’s debut solo album Ready. Ellesquire is a rapper whose lyrics come across with an honesty and charm that is rarely heard within the local hip hop scene. Ready combines his smooth, flowing delivery and storytelling style with sample-heavy, lo-fi beats from prolific local producer P.Major. The sound pays tribute to 90s hip hop, while keeping a fresh feel by experimenting with atypical rhythms and melodies. The album’s lead single and title track Ready has helped Ellesquire generate a buzz as one of the most interesting artists to emerge on the local … Continue reading Ellesquire – Ready (Out Now)

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Mantra – Speaking Volumes

Jim Steps

Obese Records’ latest family member has been blazing a name for himself since 2005. From his early work with the group Equills and local Melbourne outfit Illzilla (fronting the group on their debut EP and Wasteland full length), Mantra’s captivating flow and intelligent lyrical connections continue to elevate his status as one of Australia’s most talented MCs as touted by both artists and fans. Mantra gives us an exclusive sneak peek at Self-Destruct featuring Promoe, a track off his upcoming album Speaking Volumes, out September 9th. Shot by: Ginger Van Es for Macula Productions Edited by: Romy Handley for Macula Productions … Continue reading Mantra – Speaking Volumes

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Tommy Illfigga – Walk a Mile (August 12)

Jim Steps

From Brisbane’s urban jungle comes Tommy Illfigga with a sure-fire ripper of an album entitled Walk a Mile. Tommy Illfigga is a pure-blood hip hop native. Since ‘99 the wily emcee has been skulking the scene in many capacities, earning many accolades to his names (plural), together Tommy Illfigga and his alter ego Tom Thumb are taking the world by storm. Tommy’s aptitude is apparent not only through his exceptional word-harnessing abilities, but also in his proficiency as a respected producer, B-boy, graff writer and Beat Boxer.  His first release The Unfiltered EP hit shelves in 2007, stirring the scene with … Continue reading Tommy Illfigga – Walk a Mile (August 12)

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Drapht – The Party, Party, Party Tour 2011 feat. Muph & Plutonic

Jim Steps

Muph & Plutonic join Drapht on  The Party, Party, Party Tour 2011 – tickets on sale Friday August 5. Those out there in the know, know that Muph & Plutonic haven’t stopped working the last two years. However their projects have been happening behind the scenes. Now stepping back out on the road, the Melbourne-based hip-hop duo have been announced to join Drapht on The Party, Party, Party tour. The tour hits capital cities and regional centers through September and October. In the last six months Muph & Plutonic have been hitting stages again, playing Come Together, Essence, Reconciliation festivals as a stripped back two piece with just Plutonic … Continue reading Drapht – The Party, Party, Party Tour 2011 feat. Muph & Plutonic

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Dry July – Month For Huntz

Jim Steps

Some of the biggest names in local hip-hop, led by Perth man of the moment Drapht, formed a Dry July team in support of their compatriot, Robert “Huntz” Hunter who is battling terminal cancer. The initiative, which raises funds for adult cancer sufferers, ends today, and the group of musicians who have called themselves Month for Huntz have raised the most money in WA so far, with $10,572.53. Hunter, once known as the hard man of local hip-hop with a penchant for heavy drinking and drug- taking, is one of a new generation of digital communicators who, through his YouTube raps … Continue reading Dry July – Month For Huntz

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Class A serves new single featuring Ishu

Jim Steps

Having dropped her exciting debut album Me, Me, Me and Him: The Secret Life of a Receptionist last year, Melbourne MC Class A is back and shows no sign of slowing down as she reveals new single Never featuring Ishu. Her last record saw her collaborating with Aussie hip hop heroes M-Phazes, BVA, Urban Monk and Doc Felix, which gained loads of local buzz and saw her truly cement her position within the Australian hip hop scene. She’s shared the stage with the likes of Dilated Peoples, Jean Grae, Talib Kweli, Gift of Gab (Blackalicious) and J-Live, as well as national … Continue reading Class A serves new single featuring Ishu

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Illy – Cigarettes: New film clip

Jim Steps

This is the third single from Illy’s wildly successful sophomore release The Chase, this track Cigarettes features Hue Blanes of the Melodics, with production by ARIA award‐winning M‐Phazes. Music video by Rockaway Media This October, Illy hits the road for his biggest tour yet. With relentless live shows and two acclaimed albums under his belt, the emcee has earned his crown as one of our of country’s top hip hop artists. With Sydney’s Spit Syndicate and Darwin’s Sietta joining the bill, and ARIA Award winning producer M-Phazes as host, this tour is the perfect follow-up to the 21 date (mostly sold out) album tour last March. It’s been one hell of a ride for Illy, with singles Pictures, It Can’t Wait’ (Feat. … Continue reading Illy – Cigarettes: New film clip

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Bias B – Biaslife: Beginnings, Beats & Blessings Interview

Jim Steps

Australian hip hop pioneer Bias B has announced his retirement after an extremely influential solo career. His last show in Melbourne at The Corner Hotel was true testament to his genre-defining reign as one of local hip hop’s original kings. The venue packed out with representatives from all corners of the industry showing their support. Here’s what fellow industry innovators Reason, Ciecmate and Pegz have to say about the legendary Melbourne emcee; “Being the first Melbourne based emcee I had ever heard, I’ve always drawn inspiration from Bias B. I have the esteemed honour of calling him a true friend, an honour I cherish. As an artist … Continue reading Bias B – Biaslife: Beginnings, Beats & Blessings Interview