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I Forget, Sorry! National Tour

Jim Steps

On the back of a year already packed with a massive touring schedule, including the national Inkstains tour and supports for heavy weight acts like Method Man & Redman, DJ Premier and The Beatnuts; Solo Artists Phatchance & Coptic Soldier are once again hitting the road with their unique brand of fiercely independent, progressive Australian hip-hop. Both solo artists have quickly established themselves as key members in the new guard of Australian Hip-Hop music, their pragmatic approach and personal song writing has bridged the genre gap and seen them forge a dedicated and growing following beyond the typical reach of … Continue reading I Forget, Sorry! National Tour

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allaussie spotlight on: DJ Wasabi

Jim Steps

To Australian hip-hop, dnb and dubstep heads, DJ Wasabi needs no introduction. The 25-year old turntablist, DJ, producer and youth mentor has amassed quite a reputation and following throughout his 13 years behind the decks. Long considered one of the pioneers of the Melbourne urban scene, Wasabi holds down three separate weekly club residencies, national tours, youth mentor programs and is the head engineer at Tetris Sound Studios in Brunswick. Wasabi’s much sought after DJ skills have landed him gigs djing for Kool Kieth earlier this year and supports for Redman & Method Man, Jean Grae, Talib Kwali, Scribe, DJ … Continue reading allaussie spotlight on: DJ Wasabi

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Rapper Tag (Round’s 2 & 3)

Jim Steps

The creative cat 360 (women start swooning) started a great idea of rappertag using youtube as a medium. We now have two more particpating emcees.  Elefant Traks legend Urthboy was tagged ealier last week by 360 and he has now responded. Find the video below. Urthboy then tagged another Australian legended in none other than Brad Strut. Check that below. This is a great idea and we hope to see it continue further, so if your an emcee get you ideas ready… Continue reading Rapper Tag (Round’s 2 & 3)

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Pagen Elypsis – One Way Ticket Review/Album Launch

Jim Steps

As we board flight PE 2010, and prepare ourselves for the journey of lifetime, the voices of our captains are heard loud over the speakers. “You are now strapped in for flight PE 2010”. Captaining our flight is none other than the South Australian Hip Hop crew Pagen Elypsis. The PE crew composed of Kadowg, Prime, Purpose, Motive and Pohetikut, are no strangers to the grimy streets of hip hop. Pagen Elypsis have been working tirelessly for the last few years to make 2010 a year that symbolises something big for the group and it seems to be going perfectly … Continue reading Pagen Elypsis – One Way Ticket Review/Album Launch

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Jagermeister Independent Music Awards – Hip Hop Focus

Jim Steps

Proudly presented by Channel [V], NOVA, and MySpace, the fifth Annual Jagermeister Independent Music Awards (formally known as the Jagermeister AIR Awards) will be held on Friday October 1st at The Forum Theatre in Melbourne. The event is a rare opportunity to join great Australian Musicians and the Industry at large, as they celebrate success with the Award winners, and enjoy performances by some of the country’s most sought after artists. The Jagermeister Independent Music Awards  are Australia’s only official independent music awards, rewarding the country’s highest achieving independent artists across all genres, in any given year. The evening will feature performances … Continue reading Jagermeister Independent Music Awards – Hip Hop Focus

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D.N.A – Mixtape Vol 3.5

Jim Steps

Coming off the warm reception he received earlier in the year for D.N.A Mixtape Volume 3, Adelaide hip hop artist Dee-enay bounces back strong with a sequel of sorts on D.N.A Mixtape Volume 3.5. The tape can be considered as a prelude to his long awaited sophomore album dropping in 2011 and provides many bright glimpses of what’s to come. Dee-enay’s personal growth as an artist is evident on the 7 track offering which features Luke Vexx & production from long time collaborator Hak Beats. 3.5 is out now. Continue reading D.N.A – Mixtape Vol 3.5

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Mission Cambodia – Support Needed

Jim Steps

Sunday November 7th will see some of Melbourne’s most talented DJ’s and artists joining together at Miss Libertine for a massive day of bass, barbeque and beats in support of The Cambodian Kids Foundation.  With two rooms covering hip hop, dubstep, reggae and DnB as well as a barbeque on the balcony and giveaways from our sponsors, it’s sure to be a great day, so come get ya skank on and in doing so help contribute towards some less fortunate others at the same time.   In late November three people will be heading over to Cambodia as part of … Continue reading Mission Cambodia – Support Needed

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Dirtbox Kings – Explosive Force! (Free Mixtape DL)

Jim Steps

Dirtbox Kings represent that hard yakka hip-hop with a do it yourself aesthetic, preaching the philosophy of funk in a dissident voice. They don’t dance unless it’s standing in a B-Boy stance.

Comprised of eight multi-tasking members, Smokin Jodes, Jimmy the Hand, R Type, Sleeping Monk, Loko One, Robbie Randal, Banga and Dave Mathematics, the Dirtbox Kings are rolling posse deep, here to kick up dust with their newly released mixtape Explosive Force. They don’t just make hip-hop, they’re made from it.
These blue-collar street scholars have united and ignited to bring forth a fun filled, homegrown, raw style of hip hop … Continue reading Dirtbox Kings – Explosive Force! (Free Mixtape DL)

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Briggs – The Blacklist

Jim Steps

Since exploding onto the national scene a little over a year ago, the incomparable force that is Briggs immediately established himself as a formidable new presence in the local Hip Hop scene. From the moment Briggs dropped his self-released debut EP, the brilliant and groundbreaking Homemade Bombs (2009), it was obvious to everyone that this marked the arrival on the scene, of an emcee with a melodic rapid-fire approach, and a powerful and unique voice. It was this rare combination of characteristics that lead to him being embraced by some of the wiser and more experienced heads in the scene. Opening for the likes of Adelaide’s Funkoars, … Continue reading Briggs – The Blacklist

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Sofles Exhibition: Adelaide Oct 7

Jim Steps

Ironlak and Bull and Bear are proud to present the South Australian debut of Russell Fenn aka Sofles, with a four-day exhibition in the heart of Adelaide city. Notorious graffiti figure. Prodigious talent. Sofles has been both reviled and embraced by the media over his ten-year career, which began as a graffiti artist in Brisbane, Australia. After a well-publicized conviction in 2009, Sofles burst onto the scene with various sold-out exhibitions, collaborations with artists such as Anthony Lister, Ben Frost and Revok, and contracts with the likes of Red Bull, Myer, Adidas, and Toohey’s. Returning from a tour of New … Continue reading Sofles Exhibition: Adelaide Oct 7

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Urthboy News + Free Download

Jim Steps

As part of the Urthboy mailing list – you get stuff before anyone else gets a taste. Here is a new Urthboy song sent out to mailing list members a few days ago, its called Your Thing. You can grab your copy below by using the down arrow. This is what Urthboy had to say about his latest track: I wrote Your Thing in Istanbul but it’s something that was started years ago and I think you might like it. Production is by Count Bounce and it features a handful of kids, including Traksewt’s little daughter from The Herd. Please … Continue reading Urthboy News + Free Download

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360 – Please Be Seated 2

Jim Steps

If you enjoyed 360’s – Please Be Seated, you’ll be happy to know that its sequel (the creatively titled Please Be Seated 2) has arrived. With features from JJJ favourite Seth Sentry and Scribble Jam Champion Justice, song titles like Naomi Campbell and Facebook Fiend, and flips of your favourite Drake, Tame Impala and Kings Of Leon jams, PBS2 is a banger on paper and a monster in your headphones. Only available as a stream on 360’s Facebook page for now… become a fan and hit it up. PBS2 Full Details: 8 tracks; features Justice, GMC, Seth Sentry; re-makes of … Continue reading 360 – Please Be Seated 2

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Yung Nooky – Survivors EP (Indent Ten Year Tour)

Jim Steps

Nooky is from Nowra on the South Coast and is a proud member of the Yuin Nation. Yung Nooky is a fresh new blend of club banging sounds and socially conscious lyrics. Yung Nooky keeps strong cultural identity at the forefront of all his artistic endeavors. He has over 90 performances under his belt, ranging from community to international events and festivals. Ozi Batla from Elefant Traks produced Yung Nooky’s debut EP Survivors as well as featuring on the track Salute. Survivors is due to drop next month. Nooky also recently flew to LA to record with Taboo from the … Continue reading Yung Nooky – Survivors EP (Indent Ten Year Tour)

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allaussie spotlight on: Cam Bluff

Jim Steps

If you haven’t heard the name Cam Bluff of late, then you surely haven’t been paying enough attention. 2010 has seen Cam Bluff produce some of this years most impressive beats with no intention of slowing the pace. We take a deeper look into the past, present and future of this amazing producer. Past Cam Bluff born (18/02/1989) grew up in Kwazulu Natal (South Africa). Cam was always surrounded by music and heavily influenced by the country’s culture and people. He was constantly surrounded by music having both an aunt and grandma who were both music teachers. He was always … Continue reading allaussie spotlight on: Cam Bluff

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Briggs – The Blacklist (Sept. 24)

Jim Steps

Briggs set to release forthcoming single & album through Golden Era Records. Since exploding onto the national scene a little over a year ago, the incomparable force that is Briggs immediately established himself as a formidable new presence in the Australian Hip Hop scene. From the moment Briggs dropped his self-released debut EP, the brilliant and groundbreaking Homemade Bombs (2009), it was obvious to everyone that this marked the arrival on the scene, of an emcee with a melodic rapid-fire approach, and a powerful and unique voice. It was this rare combination of characteristics that lead to him being embraced … Continue reading Briggs – The Blacklist (Sept. 24)

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Mind Over Matter – Rappers In Wonderland (Free Download)

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, emcees Willow and Smiles Again have … Continue reading Mind Over Matter – Rappers In Wonderland (Free Download)

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The Tongue – Alternative Energy

Jim Steps

Alternative Energy is the title to your second full length LP dropping today. How are you feeling about the finished product? I feel like its my best work to date. I’m working with the best producers, I’m writing the best songs of my career, all the guests brought their A-game….I’m really proud of this album… It’s a slick-looking package for sure, is there any meaning behind the title Alternative Energy? The human race is headed for disaster….I don’t believe in that 2012 crap but all the signs suggest we need to change our ways. If we don’t find a better … Continue reading The Tongue – Alternative Energy

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Massive ‘Born Renegades’ Show + Free Mixtape DL

Jim Steps

This month the Judy Breaks Competition teams up with Brisbane’s Hip Hop labels Born Fresh Records and Red Tape Entertainment to bring together a collective of Queensland bred emcees, turtablists, beat boxers, DJ and beat makers. Taking place during Valley Fiesta, this FREE event includes some of Brissie’s best. Performing on the night will be: The Optiment Eloquence and Truths Prue Product Seven Vegas Aces Prophet Rayza Hosted by The Crate Creeps. Set Times: 4:00 Prophet Rayza 4:30 Seven 5:00 Vegas Aces 5:30 Eloquence and Truths 6:00 Tommy Illfigga/Crate Creeps 6:30 Pure Product 7:00 The Optimen In celebration of this … Continue reading Massive ‘Born Renegades’ Show + Free Mixtape DL

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Illy – The Chase (Initial Details) + The Three Up Tour

Jim Steps

Obese Records have also announced the initial details about the anticipated second album from Illy. Titled The Chase, the album will be out later October. The album’s first single, It Can Wait feat. Owl Eyes will be available soon. The album’s producers include M-Phazes, J-Skub, Taku, J-Squared and Styalz Fuego. Illy will soon embark on the nationwide Three-Up Tour alongside 360 and Skryptcha. Be sure to check him out on tour to get your first sample of his new material. Three-Up Tour: Showcasing three of the country’s most talented emcees, the nationwide Three Up Tour brings Illy, 360 and Skryptcha … Continue reading Illy – The Chase (Initial Details) + The Three Up Tour

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Obese Records Block Party Rewards Interstaters!

Jim Steps

With the excitement of this year’s 10th Anniversary Block Party still fresh, we are happy to announce that all of those making the trek down to Melbourne from around the country will be rewarded for their efforts. If you are travelling to Melbourne for the show, be sure to stop by the Obese Records Retail Store in Prahran with your boarding pass/itinerary, photo ID and Block Party ticket to score yourself a limited Block Party pack* that includes rare posters, stickers and other promotional material from Obese Records and Ironlak. *packs are limited and will be available from Thursday 7th … Continue reading Obese Records Block Party Rewards Interstaters!

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FULL CIRCLE COMP! (Win, Win, Win)

Jim Steps

We’re giving away 1 free entry to Full Circle at the Jade Monkey (Sept 17) plus a free copy of Realizm’s new 12″ and Koolta’s EP – What more could you want?! To win, all you have to do is be the first person to email kooltamusic@gmail.com with “Full Circle @ The Jade Monkey” in the subject heading and in the body of the email tell us the name of Realizm’s new 12″ and Koolta’s EP. It’s that simple! Enter Now! Full Circle will be held at the Jade Monkey on September 17. Featuring Social Change performing tracks off their … Continue reading FULL CIRCLE COMP! (Win, Win, Win)

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Skryptcha – Get Mine (Video Clip)

Jim Steps

Sydney emcee Skryptcha’s debut full length, The Numbers, is out now and receiving positive buzz! The Numbers features impressive production by M-Phazes, Chasm, Jase and more and featuring the triple J added single Get Mine (#17 most played track on the J last week). You can now can check out the brand new video for the single for Get Mine right here. After a successful hometown Sydney show this past weekend, Skryptcha will hit the road as part of the Illy/360/Skryptcha Three-Up Tour kicking off in a few weeks. Stay tuned for more on that! Continue reading Skryptcha – Get Mine (Video Clip)

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Class A – Me, Me, M e and Him: The Secret Life of a Receptionist (Sept 17)

Jim Steps

No stranger to the rap game, Class A was in 2008 and 2009 voted Australia’s Best Female MC after several independent releases; 2007’s Class In Session mixtape and 2008’s Class With Parker EP garnered her national attention. This quick rise to prominence has seen her share stages with such international luminaries as Dilated Peoples, Jean Grae, Talib Kweli, Gift of Gab and J-Live, as well as national stalwarts the Hilltop Hoods, Urthboy, Mantra & Ozi Batla. A relentless work ethic and string of momentum-building live shows has Class A currently galvanising a loyal audience of both hip hop fans and … Continue reading Class A – Me, Me, M e and Him: The Secret Life of a Receptionist (Sept 17)

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Parade Of The Dead – Hilltop Hoods

Jim Steps

In 2010 a virus spread throughout the world’s population killing million and turning many survivors Into mindless zombies. Around the same time of these Apocalyptic events the Hilltop Hoods were due to make a dvd for their Album State of the Art. As civilisation collapsed, people died in the streets, thousands starved…the hoods were so self-involved they made their dvd anyway. Track Listing Fonzie Opening Credits Welcome To The Compound The Return (Live) Veggie Patch Of The Dead Still Standing (Live) Zombie Dating Advice With Mr Pressure Brazil vs Peru Rants With Briggs Chris Farley (Live) The Gaol XI Rollerskating … Continue reading Parade Of The Dead – Hilltop Hoods

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Wolverine – Street Music

Jim Steps

Scott Kent, also known as rapper Wolverine, adopted the persona of the famous Marvel comic creation, full of rage and the unbreakable metal adamantium, long before Hugh Jackman brought the character to movie screens. And while Jackman honed his craft at the prestigious Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts, Kent also spent years honing his in Perth, except he did it in cyphers, studios and live shows around the city. With the release of his 3rd solo album, Street Music, players nationwide are soon going to need adamantium speakers. Any notions that Wolverine is just another rapper who has thrown … Continue reading Wolverine – Street Music

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Adroit Effusive – The Album (Review)

Jim Steps

The Album is quite a party, your hosts the Adroit Effusive crew. The South Australian massive are set to launch their LP The Album, after years of waiting from eager fans at HQ September 10. Adroit Effusive have been around for years now and many in the scene will recognise the names of one of Adelaide’s hip hop legacies. AE consist of Beats, Conseps, Patti, Blockade, Ad-Fu, Motion, Bornski and Dev…did we miss anyone? The Album is a massive body of work from the past 6 years, so the variety offered here is as vast as central Australia. Ranging from … Continue reading Adroit Effusive – The Album (Review)

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The Optimen ‘The Out of Money Experience’ Album Launch with Rainman, Vegas Aces and Special Guests

Jim Steps

Brisbane Sounds is pleased to announce the next showcase in their series of spin off events to showcase Brisbane’s diverse music artists. The Brisbane Sounds Hip-Hop showcase will take place at the Hi-Fi in West End on Saturday 9 October and will offer a tasty selection of Brisbane’s finest Aussie hip-hop artists that includes the amazing crew The Optimen launching The Out of Money Experience, the esteemed talents of Rainman and fresh newcomers Vegas Aces as well as more guest DJ’s that are yet to be announced. The Optimen The Optimen or The OPees to their friends have quickly become … Continue reading The Optimen ‘The Out of Money Experience’ Album Launch with Rainman, Vegas Aces and Special Guests

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Funkoars – Tour Diary Part 2

Jim Steps

Funkoars hit the snow recently for some shows with Ash Grunwald on his album Launch Tour. Alot of driving and partying was done before they headed back to Adelaide to prepare for The Ultimate Hangover show at Hq on 10th September After a string of sold out tours and festivals, the Funkoars have been taking a well earned sabbatical from what was essentially a two year long hangover. Now after some serious stomach pumping and quality time in rehab, The ‘Oars are ready to deliver their last Adelaide show for 2010. Not only will this mark their final hometown show … Continue reading Funkoars – Tour Diary Part 2