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Jones Jnr Release Debut EP & Announce East Coast Tour

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Sydney’s old school soul and R&B connoisseurs JONES Jnr have just released their debut EP Step on Sleep late last week. The project of vocalist Ev Jones and Thundamentals founding member/producer Morgan Jones, JONES Jnr traverse a unique blend of old school-soul mixed with contemporary beats. Produced entirely by Morgan Evans, Step in Sleep was written in London, New York and LA and recorded at the Thundamentals studio in Sydney and BounceCounty in Melbourne with Pip Norman AKA Countbounce. “We have a lot to share with the world when it comes to the JONES Jnr sound. It’s still growing and … Continue reading Jones Jnr Release Debut EP & Announce East Coast Tour

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Surry Hills Festival Announces 2015 Festival Date + Applications Open

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Saturday 26th September is today announced as the date for the 2015 edition of the iconic Surry Hills Festival. Celebrating all that there is to love about this inner city suburb, in 2015 the festival will continue to bring together the history, colourful culture, diversity and creative energy that make up Surry Hills. Applications are now open for vendors, bands, DJs, artistic performers and local businesses to get involved. Local creative spaces are invited to open their doors as part of the Surry Hills Festival Artist, Creative & Design Studio Trail Apply here. Applications close 3 July. Everyone is invited … Continue reading Surry Hills Festival Announces 2015 Festival Date + Applications Open

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Eloquor Say Yeah Official Video Clip

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‘Say Yeah’ is a comical story about a man who enjoys himself a little too much at some after work drinks. The song follows the man on his misadventures that finally come to an end in the early hours of the morning when he gets home to his slightly unimpressed partner. Eloquor teams up with long time collaborator Jase Beathedz on this smashing, organ fuelled, weekend party starting beat. ‘Say Yeah’ is the first single off Eloquor’s forthcoming EP ‘The Don’   “Jase is my go to guy for a broad range of Hop Hop beats and as soon as … Continue reading Eloquor Say Yeah Official Video Clip

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A$AP Rocky’s New Album At.Long.Last.A$AP #1 On iTunes

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A$AP Rocky’s highly anticipated new album, AT.LONG.LAST.A$AP is available now due to the album leaking a week prior to its scheduled June 2nd release date. The album is currently #1 on the iTunes Album Chart in Australia, as well as around the world including the US, UK, Canada, France, Germany, Denmark, Finland, New Zealand, Poland, Switzerland, Russia and more. The follow-up to the charismatic Harlem MC’s 2013 release, LONG.LIVE.A$AP, A$AP Rocky’s sophomore album features a stellar line up of guest appearances by Rod Stewart, Miguel and Mark Ronson on “Everyday,” ScHoolboy Q on “Electric Body,” Lil Wayne on a new … Continue reading A$AP Rocky’s New Album At.Long.Last.A$AP #1 On iTunes

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Exclusive: Reclusive Melbourne Based Producer MKAIN Releases Roller Coaster

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Fusing urban dance rhythms with electronic synth elements, comes Roller Coaster, the latest release from singer-songwriter/producer MKAIN. With audible influence from Salva and even some DJ Snake, blended with crisp R&B vocals; the engineer and multi-instrumentalist has put together a huge one for the clubs. Wait for a drop that’s sure to have ladies filling the dancefloor, shaking ass like a Roller Coaster! Little is known as to what’s next from the reclusive Melbourne based producer, displaying a sound somewhat foreign and boundary pushing for the local scene. There are whispers of collaborations and a possible EP on the horizon. … Continue reading Exclusive: Reclusive Melbourne Based Producer MKAIN Releases Roller Coaster

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Hau Reffizlatukefu (QBN x ACT Remix)

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Here is a brand new tune by the local legend Hau feat. Axe Aklins, TooDeadly, Hayds, Nix, Dazed, Omar Musa, Roshambo and Ciecmate with production by Hayds. The new track is a tribute to the classic Resin Dogs and Lazy Grey track ‘Re-Fizzla’ and will be featured on Hayds’ upcoming album ‘The Movement Vol. 1’. The project has been inspired by Pete Rock’s ‘Soul Survivor’ series. The album will be released in July and will feature artists from around the Canberra and Queanbeyan region to showcase the thriving local scene in Australia’s capital. Official  ||  Facebook Continue reading Hau Reffizlatukefu (QBN x ACT Remix)

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Local Music Acts Nicole Millar and Zuri Akoko Collaborate on Fashion Film and Music

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Local musical artists Nicole Millar and Zuri Akoko have come together to collaborate on a series of unlikely covers, which include: 50 Cent’s classic ’21 Questions’; ‘Bo Peep (Do You Right)’ by Shlohmo; and Mya’s RnB classic ‘My Love Is Like… Wo’. To compliment this series, Nicole and Zuri enlisted the help of local up and coming fashion videographer Fling Fling, who’s visual style the girls have long been fans of. Together they wanted to present a self-styled visual of the girls in their own environment. Shot at Zuri’s home studio in her native Manly, the video portrays the girls’ individual sense of style and sees them discuss their love of exploring … Continue reading Local Music Acts Nicole Millar and Zuri Akoko Collaborate on Fashion Film and Music

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2015 Golden Era Cypher + Gold 10″ Vinyl

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For the last 5 years every act on Golden Era Records have come together to record a track where the rappers have their chance to rap one verse and the djjs have a chance to scratch. For the 5th year they will be releasing this limited edition track on Gold 10” Vinyl. The A side features the Sesta (The Funkoars) produced track with rapping from Hilltop Hoods, The Funkoars, Vents, Briggs & K21 and scratching from Dj Debris and Adfu. The B side is the instrumental of the track for any aspiring emcees to lay down their own verses. Tracklisting: A. … Continue reading 2015 Golden Era Cypher + Gold 10″ Vinyl

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Coda Conduct Have Announced East-Coast Tour Dates & New Booking Deal

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Coda Conduct have just announced that they will be heading out on a four-date run of shows along the east coast, this coming off the back of the news that CC have just signed with booking agency Select Music. “Select Music is very excited about Coda Conduct joining the agency,” Select Music’s Rob Giovannoni said of the signing in a statement. “They have a huge future in front of them — great songs and an awesome live show.” Originally from Canberra, now residing in Sydney, and continue to win fans in both cities with regular, high energy performances. The pair … Continue reading Coda Conduct Have Announced East-Coast Tour Dates & New Booking Deal

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B Wise Prince Akeem

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Sydney emcee B Wise is back with an infectious new single, ‘Prince Akeem’. Produced by Raph Lauren of Jackie Onassis, it’s an upbeat colourful track named after Eddie Murphy’s character in Coming To America (B Wise’s favourite film growing up), which sees B visualising a life of royalty. The son of a country girl from Stockinbingal and a man from Nigeria, due to the colour of his skin Wise suffered bullying throughout his childhood. It was a little white lie from his parents, explaining that other kids were jealous of Wise’s Nigerian royalty heritage that gave B Wise a sense … Continue reading B Wise Prince Akeem

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We Slept On: Kid Pharaoh ’97 Chronicles Mixtape

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We Slept On is our new weekly series highlighting releases we may have slept on or missed out on reporting on due to various reason. Our first We Slept On, comes from youngster Kid Pharaoh. Kid Pharaoh is an 18-year-old solo MC and producer hailing from Sydney. Inspired at an early age by the works of such artists & producers as Nas, Kanye West, DJ Premier & J. Dilla, Kid Pharaoh went on to teach himself to write raps and produce his own beats, and is best known for his soulful take on Hip Hop production, incorporating classic samples from past … Continue reading We Slept On: Kid Pharaoh ’97 Chronicles Mixtape

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Baskiat X Juju – Mr Carmack Throw Your Chains Off (Remix)

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Hailing from Sydney’s Northern Beaches, 23 year old concept rapper Baskiat (who also plays sax and produces his own beats) joins forces with emcee Juju to release a brand new remix tack of Mr Carmacks Throw Your Chains Off. In 2012 Baskiat released his first single “Wisdom,” co-produced by Flume, to a great reception online and rotation on triple j. Since then he has expanded as an artist, performing regularly throughout Sydney as both a solo act and with Golden Island Collective, consisting of Decypher Us, Nonne MC AND 316. Recently Baskiat teamed up with Australian Hip Hop pioneer DJ … Continue reading Baskiat X Juju – Mr Carmack Throw Your Chains Off (Remix)

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Tycotic Epica Official Video

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What’s the question… What’s the answer? Here we have the brand new video from Tycotic. The track titled Epica is rumoured to be the title track lifted off his upcoming EP release of the same name. Tycotic continues exploring his art in both visual and audio forms. The clip for Epica takes on a distinct visual style which works tremendously well at reinforcing the tracks themes and ideas. Tycotic has killed it on both fronts here.  Since the release of his collaborative project ‘The People Vs Tycotic’ (2006), which received spins from triple j and featured guest vocals from names … Continue reading Tycotic Epica Official Video

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Hermitude drop new album Dark Night Sweet Light

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The excitement continues for Hermitude with the release of Dark Night Sweet Light, the highly anticipated follow up to their Australian Music Prize-winning, HyperParadise. The electronic duo reach new heights with this release, further consolidating their reputation for impeccable production work while evolving in exhilarating new directions. The response to singles, ‘Through The Roof’ and ‘The Buzz’ has been breathtaking – the latter picked up by commercial radio without being serviced – a fitting show of enthusiasm as they take bigger steps onto the international stage. The album is made up of bold and bright movement. The opener ‘Hijinks’ is … Continue reading Hermitude drop new album Dark Night Sweet Light

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Mitus 7 Deadly 7″ Vol.1

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7 Deadly 7″ Vol.1 is the first vinyl release from up and coming hip hop artist Mitus, it’s also the first of a 7 part vinyl only series release. Hailing from Newcastle, Mitus has 3 mixtapes under his belt and looks set to release his full length debut album early this year.  To help give you your first taste of the 7 Deadly 7” Vol. 1 release, Mitus has just dropped a brand new video for the track 50 Bars Of The Raw. Production comes from Rorks Drift with SRYTP Productions producing the track Boom Boom Bap. If you haven’t already caught either of … Continue reading Mitus 7 Deadly 7″ Vol.1

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Grand Lodge 3 Anyway Official Video

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Information is the most essential tool for survival… In this modern world however, truth is considered by many to be what we are told instead of what we know.  Wars are being fought everywhere, laws are being passed by governing bodies & rights are being stripped away from citizens in democratic societies throughout the “Free World” at an alarming rate. There are worldwide protests but the media plays everything down as civil unrest without dealing with the original issues. Move on, nothing to see here! The unseen war is the war for your mind, the information war… To the victor … Continue reading Grand Lodge 3 Anyway Official Video

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Illy Friday Flips Season 2

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Illy is back Flippin’ Fridays in his weekly series Friday Flips. Following on from Season 1 where Illy teamed up with longtime collaborator M-Phazes, Season 2 has Illy teaming up with producer Nic Martin. Get your ears around the first 5 instalments below featuring flips of Peking Duck, Lorde, Sia & Vance Joy’s Riptide plus the latest flip from last Friday that features Momo of Diafrix, covering Arctic Monkeys, Do I Wanna Know. Official  ||  Facebook  ||  Twitter Continue reading Illy Friday Flips Season 2

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Lane-Harry’s Top 10 Netflix Picks

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Fresh from touring with 360 and supporting Tech N9ne, Gold Coast Hip-Hop duo Lane-Harry x Ike Campbell have released their highly anticipated album ‘Renaissance’ via Human Records. In support of their new single ‘Hentai’ and to celebrate the announcement of a new track ‘Netflix’ to be released as a free download on May 22nd Lane x Ike have announced two upcoming shows in Brisbane. Following on from the success of their 2013 EP ‘Love and Terror Cult’ which peaked at 16 on the Australian iTunes chart the duo are proud to present the diverse 16-track album ‘Renaissance’, stating in an … Continue reading Lane-Harry’s Top 10 Netflix Picks

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I AM D Girls In The City Official Video

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2014’s HTH initiative winner I AM D, has literally not stopped working since taking home the coveted accolade early last year. Since then he has released 3 EP’s, all have been super dope. Made 3 videos, and supported acts such as Xzibit, Ghostface Killah, Watsky Thundamentals and The Funkoars. I AM D is now set to release another EP early next month. Girls In The City is the first single to be heard from the new EP titled Hands Tied To The Sky and is expected drop around June 29. The new single is produced by Cookin’ Soul and has … Continue reading I AM D Girls In The City Official Video

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Gabreal Big Homie Official Video

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Gabreal is an independent rapper/songwriter, who has released several mixtapes, performed numerous live shows, and performed alongside International artists such as Kid Ink, Ja Rule, La Coka Nostara, Dr. Jose Chameleone and Freddie Gibbs. Gabreal has just recently dropped a brand new video clip to his 2014 track Big Homie, lifted from his mixtape The Underdog Vol. 3. The clip is directed by Billy Kid and shot by Peejay Svoboda. You can download The Underdog Vol. 3 by following the links below. Facebook  ||  Twitter  ||  Instagram  ||  Soundcloud Continue reading Gabreal Big Homie Official Video

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Mathas gives you ‘Free Shit’ and announces national tour dates

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Perth’s multi-faceted and genre-bending rapper Mathas is certainly an artist that can’t be pinned down by the rigid genre boundaries of hip-hop. The ferociously talented songwriter, producer, poet and performer brings you ‘Free Shit’, the next installment and the fourth single to be taken from his highly-anticipated sophomore album Armwrestling Atlas, due for release in the second half of 2015. Fellow Perth contemporary Mei Saraswati has been enlisted as guest vocalist, along with producer Ylem to create the cloud-like ambient spaces and warm, synthetic textures of ‘Free Shit’, while lyrically, we journey through the mine-field of modern consumerism and its … Continue reading Mathas gives you ‘Free Shit’ and announces national tour dates

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Graphic Boom State

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Since his teenage years, Graphic (of Perth based hip-hop group Clandestien) has developed a lyrical and poetic writing style filled with complex rhyme patterns and even more complicated subject matter. His life experiences, in particular several trips throughout Latin America, have helped to shape his perspective and feelings towards modern civilisation. His thoughts can only be describe as Raw Intelligence. Boom State refers not only to Western Australia and Queensland (the mining hotspots of Australia) but rather the state of mind the government, power brokers and the general public find themselves in during recent economic times. Australia has a proud … Continue reading Graphic Boom State

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Educ8 Time Will Tell Mixtape

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Here we have a brand new mixtape from Redland City Suburbs emcee Educ8. The tape titled Time Will Tell, is available now as a name your price download. Featuring an intro track with DJ Immaculate and appearances from Kobes, Extras, KZA, Drowzee and Dad, this 11 track mixtape has been spinning in the allaussie HQ for the past couple of weeks now. Educ8 rallies upon a host of original and jacked beats, going hard with his naturally developed flow. Topics and themes revolve around classic ideas, going to battle, substance abuse, brighter days and telling wack emcees to get fucked. … Continue reading Educ8 Time Will Tell Mixtape

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Astronomy Class & Joelistics ‘Blue Sunrise’ Tour

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Labelmates Astronomy Class & Joelistics will be heading out on the ‘Blue Sunrise’ tour together in late May and early June, playing songs from their acclaimed albums Blue Volume and Mekong Delta Sunrise. With special guests Srey Channthy (The Cambodian Space Project) and Vida Sunshyne, these shows are not to be missed! Astronomy Class, featuring The Herd’s Ozi Batla and producers Chasm and Sir Robbo, have been making waves since their debut album Exit Strategy in 2006. Over the course of three albums they have navigated dub and reggae, Motown and soul, and now, with their latest offering, 50s and … Continue reading Astronomy Class & Joelistics ‘Blue Sunrise’ Tour

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The Psyde Projects It’s the Psyde

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‘It’s the Psyde’ is the peppy new single from Melbourne based hip hop trio The Psyde Projects. Taken from Part 2 of their third album, entitled Classic Stellar Overdrive, the new track heralds the release of Classic Stellar Overdrive: Part 2 on the 4th of June 2015. ILResponce and D’Fro rip braggadocio raps over a sonic landscape of a expertly timed cuts and scratches. With its walking bass line and vintage guitar loops layered over a classic boom bap beat, ‘It’s the Psyde’ stays true to that classic ’90’s hip hop sound. Single release date: 15.05.2015 Album title: Classic Stellar … Continue reading The Psyde Projects It’s the Psyde

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Allday to release Startup Cult on vinyl exclusively through 24Hundred

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Allday’s phenomenal debut album Startup Cult debuted at #3 on the ARIA charts last July, and his October national tour sold out in 48 hours. Allday is now set to release his breakthrough album on a limited run of vinyl exclusively through 24Hundred. This will be limited to 250 copies printed in clear vinyl and 250 copies in transparent red. Preorders will be live at 24Hundred from 12pm tomorrow and all orders will be shipped by May 29. Startup Cult has spawned two tracks that have been featured in the triple j Hottest 100 and Allday spent most of summer playing … Continue reading Allday to release Startup Cult on vinyl exclusively through 24Hundred