Arnette teams up with Public Enemy for limited edition eyewear

In celebration of hip-hop pioneers’ 25th anniversary This year marks Public Enemy’s 25th Anniversary, and Arnette is celebrating with a limited edition frame, reflective of the group’s classic outlaw inspired style. Arguably one of the greatest and most influential hip-hop acts in history, Public Enemy has collaborated with Arnette to create the exclusive Arnette Witch Doctor x Public Enemy colourway, which is the latest addition to Arnette’s “Uncommon Projects” eyewear initiative. The limited edition eyewear is set to ignite fans around the world who can own and wear their very own slice of PE history. The Arnette Witch Doctor x … Continue reading Arnette teams up with Public Enemy for limited edition eyewear

The Grandmaster Flash Collection Track By Track

One of the biggest and greatest hip-hop DJ’s Grandmaster flash has recently released a compilation album and has given a track by track review of why he plays certain songs. The album features songs from legends such as Nas, A Tribe Called Quest, the Sugar Hill Gang, Eric B and Rakim and a host of more classic hip-hop tracks from some of the greats. Grandmaster Flash does a track by track selection on Afrika Bambaataa – Planet Rock, Nas – The World Is Yours, Rob Base & DJ ez Rock – It Takes Two, Eminem – Lose Yourself, A Tribe … Continue reading The Grandmaster Flash Collection Track By Track

Peezo Adelaide EP Launch feat. Tigerilla & Claz

Peezo has proven to be one of Australian hip-hop’s fastest rising stars with the release of his single Thanks Heaps, which achieved spot plays on triple j. In support of his fourth single; Time Machine and the release of Old School Futuristic and following the successful shows in Melbourne and Sydney, the party hits Adelaide! Supported by Tigerilla and Claz this is a night of live hip hop that you don’t wan to miss out on. Tickets are $10 and will be available on the door. It all goes down tomorrow at the Rhino Room, 13 Frome Street Adelaide. Get down! Event … Continue reading Peezo Adelaide EP Launch feat. Tigerilla & Claz

Purpose Bad Kids Camp feat. DJ Butcher Official Video

At a time where hip-hop is becoming more gentle, it takes something powerful to stop the culture dead in its tracks. “This is not a single, this is something else” – said Purpose, and right he is. The first song released from his new album Make Yourself At Home, and first release under his new independent boutique label Number 83 – sees him team up with hip-hop/electro producer DJ Butcher to bring you something sure to shake both genres by the shoulders. The beat morphs around Purposes manic delivery as he packs his bag and takes us back to “Bad … Continue reading Purpose Bad Kids Camp feat. DJ Butcher Official Video

Obese Records Friday Fatlist By Jim Steps

Jim Steps on that Obese Records Friday Fatlist tip. 01. The Almighty RSO ft. Mobb Deep – Wars On The Almighty RSO are a crew from Boston, Massachusetts. One of their first breakthroughs was winning the ICA B-Town Rap Battle in 1986. In 1988 they released the single, “We’re Notorious.” It wasn’t until 1996 that the crew produced their first full length LP titled Doomsday: Forever RSO which included the single Wars On feat. Mobb Deep. I can remember the first time I ever heard this track, it was in my best mates older brothers bedroom. We had snuck in … Continue reading Obese Records Friday Fatlist By Jim Steps

Vote For Us In The 2014 Blogster Awards

Think we do good? The 2014 Blogster Awards powered by Microsoft Surface Pro 3 and Intel and supported by David Jones have once again rebooted to celebrate The Internet and congratulate those Aussies who are successfully wielding it. We have just been announced as a finalist in the 2014 Pedestrian.TV Blogster Awards – Music Category. Show us some love and head over to our profile by following the link here, then click ‘Like‘, it’s that simple. You’ll hit instant lord status and receive at least 100 karma points. Deal? Vote here. Vote  ||  Vote  ||  Vote Continue reading Vote For Us In The 2014 Blogster Awards

Exclusive Premiere Phil Gektor Beats, Blends & Remixes

We are pleased to premiere the first instalment of the Crate Cartel Mixtape Series. The first tape titled Beats, Blends & Remixes (CCMX001) is by the man, Phil Gektor! The tape is 40 minutes worth of dope remixes and beats and will be available as a limited run of hard copies, plus the usual digital download. Beats, Blends & Remixes follows on from Phil Gektor’s recent LP release, Real Heads Don’t Listen. You can pick up Beats, Blends & Remixes as a digital download now, by following the link in the player below or you can score yourself a limited edition … Continue reading Exclusive Premiere Phil Gektor Beats, Blends & Remixes

Eminem Releases New single Guts Over Fear feat. Sia

Eminem has hinted at and now confirmed a brand new album coming soon. Both Eminem and his manager, Paul Rosenberg have cryptically tweeted the same title, and today Detroit radio personality Eric Vincent announced a “new album this fall”, as well as a new track. The title and date seem to correlate with the 15th anniversary of the Slim Shady LP. Only minutes ago, Eminem took to twitter to confirm the project is official. Eminem has also just released a brand new single titled Guts Over Fear, featuring Australian sensation Sia. Stream the new song below! Shaddddddyyyy!!! http://www.audiomack.com/song/directlyrics/guts-over-fear Continue reading Eminem Releases New single Guts Over Fear feat. Sia

Eminem Confirms New Album Shady XV

In what was a massive weekend for gossip heads of the hip hop world with a shooting backstage at a Wiz Khalifa gig near San Jose, which resulted in Wiz pulling our of Saturday nights show of his Under The Influence of Sleep tour. We were then treated to a multitude of angles, and slow mo action replays of Iggy Azalea falling off stage while performing at MTV VMA awards. We’re sure that booty cushioned her fall. This morning we woke to news that Suge Knight had been gunned down. Suge was shot six times at a pre-VMA party hosted … Continue reading Eminem Confirms New Album Shady XV

Exclusive Premiere: I AM D Four One Five Official Video + aahh Radio Interview

We are super stoked to have the exclusive premiere of the visuals for I AM D’s brand new video. The track is titled Four One Five and is produced by the Programmer. I AM D has steadily been building after taking home the 2014 Hilltop Hoods Initiative earlier in the year. Four One Five is an ode to Brisbane, I AM D’s hometown. The track details the various aspects of D’s life and the crew that surrounds him. Four One Five mentions some of Brisbane’s most successful exports including Laced Brisbane (any sneaker head worth his weight should know this one), and also Boomtowns hip … Continue reading Exclusive Premiere: I AM D Four One Five Official Video + aahh Radio Interview

Converse CONS First String Engineered Auckland Racer

Today, Converse Inc. announces the launch the Converse CONS First String Engineered Auckland Racer sneaker collection, a stylish update on a classic silhouette, modernized with an innovative Engineered Canvas Jacquard fabric that creatively re-imagines the heritage Converse canvas. The sneaker features a one-piece upper construction of canvas fabric, woven with sophisticated, intricate patterns seamlessly integrated into one cohesive design for a slim, lightweight feel. This unique fabrication expresses multiple patterns with differing weave structures to highlight the refined jacquard technique. The Converse CONS First String Engineered Auckland Racer makes a contemporary statement available in five colours — the classic Red, … Continue reading Converse CONS First String Engineered Auckland Racer

Exclusive Premiere: Facebook Freestyle Sensation Ivan Ooze Drops His Debut EP “Ringwood Rich”

Check out the “Ringwood Rich” EP that is available for streaming and free download on Bandcamp. Ivan Ooze aka Ivanuzi has literally been catapulted into the spotlight. Ten weeks ago Ivan Ooze decided he would release a freestyle track every Friday; with the third video send his name and his music viral, being ‘liked’ by close to 10000 people on Facebook and shared by 2500 others. Ivan Ooze (Ben Townsend) is now experiencing the support and attention that takes artists lifetimes to achieve. Ivan Ooze is apart of the band of emcees that are paving the way for a new … Continue reading Exclusive Premiere: Facebook Freestyle Sensation Ivan Ooze Drops His Debut EP “Ringwood Rich”

Minister & Youthful Implants All Out Official Video

Scotty Hinds (Nine High, Smash Brothers) is a driving force when he gets into the studio. He has an uncanny ability to just get busy on any beat and make it sound dope.  He was raised around dancehalls as a youth in Reading, UK and the riddims have stuck with him throughout his whole life. Influenced by an eclectic mixture of music ranging from Hip Hop, Soca/Dancehall, Garage, Grime, Dub Steb & Bassline. When Scotty links up with producers outside of the ‘Hip Hop & Grime’ realms, he takes on the moniker of Minister and always delivers something special. Here … Continue reading Minister & Youthful Implants All Out Official Video

Buckshot P-Money Backpack Travels Exclusive Giveaway

New Zealand’s premier producer P-Money has teamed up with underground Rap legend Buckshot to release the brand new album BackPack Travels, which is available now in Australia. The first video for lead single off the album, Flute feat. Brooklyn hip-hop visionaries Joey … Continue reading Buckshot P-Money Backpack Travels Exclusive Giveaway

New single from Chester P raising funds for King Robbo

Legends is dedicated to the graffiti writers…A brilliant description of the underground labyrinth of tunnels and eerie world that only graffiti writers experience. Brilliantly told by one of the most instantly recognisable voices in Hip Hop. Following the sad passing of one of London’s all out graff Kings, Robbo Chester P of Task Force has released a brand new single where all funds raised from the track will be used to help support Robbo’s family and those closest to the man himself. Robbo 484 started writing in the late 70’s early 80’s, and started painting trains in 1984 going on to paint steel all … Continue reading New single from Chester P raising funds for King Robbo

aahh Radio: The D.Y.E

Introducing The D.Y.E. A three man hip hop group from Melbourne’s north, hell bent on getting their music to the people. 

Made up of DJ Marshall, MHz and Slam Master D, The D.Y.E already have two mix-tapes to their name. The debut EP entitled Sorry For The Stickers, references the infamous D.Y.E stickers, which any local could tell you, have been plastered all over Melbourne. 
With their energetic party sound reminiscent of J5 or Beastie Boys; The D.Y.E pride themselves on being masters of the live show. The EP’s general vibe is custom-made for a festival crowd, with plenty of … Continue reading aahh Radio: The D.Y.E

Daily Meds Behind The Radar + Tour Dates

Here is the brand new first single lifted from Daily Meds’ second full-length album, out November on Big Village Records. The new track is titled Behind The Radar and is an electro head nodding banger with a clap that’ll get you kicking!  Billie Rose ties the track together perfectly, with her familiar vocal tone and spot on hook. Digital pre-orders of Behind The Radar will be released next Friday! The guys will also be hitting the East Coast of Australia throughout August and September. The Newton Social Club in Sydney will launch their Behind The Radar East Coast Tour, starting August 30th. Behind … Continue reading Daily Meds Behind The Radar + Tour Dates

aahh Radio Season 2 Episode 6 Geko

Enigmatic Geko AKA Phil Gektor makes up one sixth of formidable Melbourne label Crate Cartel. His new album, titled Real Heads Don’t Listen, is out May 30 2014. Entirely self-produced, Geko has poured his contrarian genius into the album, ensuring every detail has purpose. Consistent with his previous work, Real Heads Don’t Listen further explores Geko’s underground ethos and his satirical take on mainstream society and commercialisation. Using samples as his muse, Geko’s production and lyrical themes evolve organically. The album’s overall gritty, trippy feel resembles its creator’s cynical obscurity. Though dark, and sometimes confronting, Geko’s music is a brilliant … Continue reading aahh Radio Season 2 Episode 6 Geko

Hilltop Hoods Walking Under Stars Limited Edition Pre Order

Hilltop Hoods make their highly anticipated return with their brand new album Walking Under Stars. Set to drop through their own label Golden Era Records this is the Hilltop Hoods first album since 2012s Drinking From The Sun, an album that changed the game, becoming the groups third consecutive #1 album which went gold on the day of its release and certified platinum within one week. The aptly titled record showed that Australian hip hop was enjoying its time in the sun, no longer an underground scene but an aural assault that had pushed down the barriers that held back … Continue reading Hilltop Hoods Walking Under Stars Limited Edition Pre Order

aahh Radio Season 2 Episode 5 Atmosphere

Southsiders, was recorded in south Minneapolis and Oakland and is a shout-out to their native neighborhood. While it is a celebration of Atmosphere’s fortitude, it is also deeply introspective and “a very detailed look at my life,” says Slug. With Southsiders, the group’s unique sound featuring vibrant, live instrumentations and Slug’s often-weighty subject matter, continue to push the boundaries of what indie rap can mean. We catch up with Slug, as he hurtles through Northern America, in a tour van trying to avoid a crazy storm. He talks about touring Australia, the brand new album Southsiders, the recording process and … Continue reading aahh Radio Season 2 Episode 5 Atmosphere

Miracle Mainland Album Stream – Exclusively on Rdio

Sydney based emerging artist/producer, Miracle, will be exclusively streaming his much anticipated debut album, Mainland on Rdio from July 4th. Produced by ARIA Award winner, Stylaz Fuego, and co-produced by Nic Martin, Mainland showcases Miracle’s exceptional blend of hip-hop, alternative beats and progressive sounds. A truly unique and personal album, Mainland was inspired by Miracle’s own life journey and features a compilation of stories, feelings and personal experiences. His tale is one that has inspired Australia’s youth who have flocked to shows across the nation where Miracle has supported the likes of A$AP Rocky, Childish Gambino and Tyga. The 8 … Continue reading Miracle Mainland Album Stream – Exclusively on Rdio

aahh Radio Season 2 Episode 4 Savo

Focus is everything for fast-rising Queensland talent Savo in 2014. Returning to his home in the lush tropics after a stint in Sydney, the last 12 months have been productive for the small cane farming town of Innisfail’s finest hip-hop talent. Since the launch of his long-awaited mixtape Worth The Wait in April 2013, which topped over 46,000 downloads (and counting), the 21-year-old emcee has been hard at work putting the finishing touches on his first official release on Bomb Squad Presents, all-the-while earning praise from names like 360 and M-Phazes for his performances as part of the Sprung Festival … Continue reading aahh Radio Season 2 Episode 4 Savo

Latest Video From Coda Conduct: Hip Hop Duo Put Their Spin on Environmental Debate

Hip hop duo Coda Conduct, consisting of members Erica and Sally, launched their new track Matter More early this week. Accompanied by a bittersweet film clip, the song explores the destruction of Australia’s natural environment in the face of industrial growth. Coda Conduct first stepped on stage just over eighteen months ago, and have since launched themselves passionately into the hip hop scene, with their energy and playfulness on stage winning them a rapidly growing, wildly diverse fan base. Despite living almost 300km apart – one half in their hometown of Canberra, the other in inner city Sydney – they … Continue reading Latest Video From Coda Conduct: Hip Hop Duo Put Their Spin on Environmental Debate

Kween G Speak Up

Kween G previously one half of KillaQueenz releases her brand new single Speak Up produced by Zde. Speak Up is a call for all people from all walks of life to speak up. It’s an uplifting song to encourage us get together as one people with one voice. It’s a reminder that we should get back to reality in this materialistic world and “be one with the sun, that’s the taste of freedom”. Speak Up is taken from Kween G’s debut solo album Out Of Exile coming soon. Kween G (Kibone) was born in Uganda, East Africa. Kween G’s father sought political asylum in Australia … Continue reading Kween G Speak Up

E3 2014 Highlights Battlefield Hardline

Visceral Games™, an Electronic Arts Inc. studio and makers of the critically-acclaimed Dead Space series, yesterday unveiled Battlefield™ Hardline, taking the award-winning Battlefield franchise to a new world filled with new ways to play. Coming October 23 in Australia and October 24 in New Zealand, Battlefield Hardline puts players right in the middle of the war on crime in the gritty and glamorous streets of Los Angeles and Miami, allowing gamers to live out their fantasy of being a cop or a criminal. The fantasy begins now in a bold move – Visceral Games made Battlefield Hardline playable for the … Continue reading E3 2014 Highlights Battlefield Hardline

Premiere: 360 – Mat Cant’s Utopia Mixtape

360 will release his new album Utopia on June 13, but to give fans a taste of what they can expect the rapper has released a 25-minute album megamix. Put together by Sixty’s touring DJ Mat Cant, the Utopia mixtape features all 17 tracks from the deluxe edition of the album, including the previously released singles Sixaveli, Live It Up feat. Pez and the first of his Daniel Johns collaborations Impossible. Utopia is 360’s first since 2011’s platinum selling Falling and Flying which went to #3 on the ARIA charts, produced six smash hit singles, and saw the emcee nominated for 10 ARIA Awards. While he achieved unprecedented … Continue reading Premiere: 360 – Mat Cant’s Utopia Mixtape

Godfrey A.G.A.L.A Before It Begins

Godfrey moved to Australia at a very young age in pursuit of success. After 12 years of living in NSW he moved to South Australia. Here he connected with many local artists, which inspired him to work on his first mixtape release World In My Palm. Shortly after Godfrey started to participate at the Got Beef? Battle league and Real Talk. Early 2013 saw the release of his second mixtape Fight Of The Jungle, which was then followed by his debut album titled Road To Redemption. Godfrey now presents Before It Begins. He was once told, “rapping is not a hobby it’s a lifestyle” … Continue reading Godfrey A.G.A.L.A Before It Begins

Skryptcha What We Do It For feat. Daniel Mifsud

After over a decade in music closely followed by an industry hiatus, Sydney based hip-hop artist Skryptcha is set to return with new material, documenting the MC’s search for happiness and resolve in the dark times which have plagued his personal life in the last few years away from the spotlight. With such influence as Lone Catalysts, Zion I, Atmosphere, and Mos Def, his music is both intelligent and soulful. Taking his first lyrical strides in 2003, Skryptcha’s gene pool is in his favour, coming from a long line of poets, writers and musicians. His instrumentally-charged upbringing laid the foundations … Continue reading Skryptcha What We Do It For feat. Daniel Mifsud