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Angel Haze – Battle Cry feat. Sia

Jim Steps

If hip-hop’s most central tenet is to keep it real, Angel Haze passes with flying colours. Ever since she first started putting ferocious, cathartic mixtapes online as a teenager, it’s been her raw, unvarnished honesty that has seen her garner such a devoted following.  Last year, Angel Haze surprised fans when she self-leaked her debut album ‘Dirty Gold’ in a dispute with her record label over its delayed release. As a result of the leak ‘Dirty Gold’ which was produced in collaboration with Markus Dravs (Björk, The Arcade Fire and Coldplay), Malay (Frank Ocean) and Mike Dean (Kanye West) was … Continue reading Angel Haze – Battle Cry feat. Sia

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Apollo Brown Thirty Eight + Australian Tour

Jim Steps

Apollo Brown’s Thirty Eight is a contemporary throwback, inhabiting the realm of reverent reinvention and innovation. It deftly bridges the gap between ’70s Blaxploitation soundtracks (e.g. Curtis Mayfield’s Superfly or Marvin Gaye’s Trouble Man) and the hip-hop records that sampled from them. The tracks on “Thirty Eight” are presented in gritty, heavily saturated Technicolor, the scratches and cigarette burns as purposeful as they are happily accidental. These are suites sounding from long barrels held by lone men lurking in grimy project hallways. Tinged with revenge and regret, shrouded in thick tendrils of hollow-point smoke, the songs have all the makings … Continue reading Apollo Brown Thirty Eight + Australian Tour

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3 more acts added to the Splendour line-up

Jim Steps

The Splendour continues! An additional three acts have been confirmed to play Splendour in the Grass 2014. Actor, writer, comedian and rapper Childish Gambino, Splendour favourites the Hilltop Hoods and soul-inspired artist Sam Smith will join the line up of 80+ acts announced last Wednesday which included Outkast, Lily Allen, Two Door Cinema Club, Interpol, Foster the People and many more. “We didn’t get these three confirmed in time for the lineup announce last Wednesday – too many cocktails over Easter – so we have a special edition announce for you! Hilltop Hoods, Childish Gambino and Sam Smith will be … Continue reading 3 more acts added to the Splendour line-up

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Bliss N Eso Circus In The Sky Goes Platinum

Jim Steps

Bliss N Eso have kicked off their biggest ever tour in style with a huge opening show at Bathurst Showground and a thumping crowd of over 4,000 in Newcastle on Saturday night. The Circus Under the Stars tour sees the trio ship tonnes of state-of-the-art staging equipment across the country over a two month period, setting up outdoor stages in massive parks in sixteen cities. They are joined by two of the country’s biggest up-and-coming hip-hop artists; Melbourne’s Seth Sentry and Sydney’s Horrorshow, as well as cult American singer-songwriter Ceekay Jones who features on the trio’s hit single My Life. … Continue reading Bliss N Eso Circus In The Sky Goes Platinum

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Mr Clean With A Vengeance

Jim Steps

Sydney local Mr Clean is back ‘With A Vengeance‘… his brand new LP titled With A Vengeance is out now. After a long build up, Mr Clean has dropped this banger through the indie label Hard Yak Records. After album leaks including nostalgia-GFK, Faith In The Raw, steroid frauds and Diamond Thrust, the 15 track album is out now. Featuring production from Colourd Noyz, Katalyst, P-Money, Beat Butcha and more, this album is packed with originality and style.  Vocal guests include Odessa Kane, Sinks, Prince Naeem, Empress MC, 13th Son, Ello C, Abuse, Monchichi, Don Data & Lee Monro. With A Vengeance is … Continue reading Mr Clean With A Vengeance

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Pharoahe Monch feat. DJ Revolution Get Down (Prod. M-Phazes)

Jim Steps

Coalmine Records is turning ten, and in celebration of their decade long run, they are pleased to roll out the promotional campaign for our long awaited compilation album, Unearthed. Set to be released as a double disc set on May 13th containing both a mixed version, arranged by DJ Revolution of The World Famous Wake Up Show, and an Untagged Deluxe Edition, which includes three bonus cuts, Unearthed, epitomises our commitment to delivering quality Hip-Hop. The tracklist serves as a who’s who of today’s independent Hip-Hop scene, packed with features from both veteran and burgeoning emcees such as Pharoahe Monch, Kool G Rap, … Continue reading Pharoahe Monch feat. DJ Revolution Get Down (Prod. M-Phazes)

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Come Together 2014

Jim Steps

After a climactic 10th anniversary in 2013, Come Together is back to give its best year to date. Same venue (Big Top at Sydney’s Luna Park), same time (June 7, Queen’s Birthday Long Weekend), with a new but no less epic line-up, Come Together 2014 will shake the room to its foundations, with the biggest, brightest and baddest names in the local hip hop scene. A natural headliner for this year’s Come Together, Kerser needs no introduction. His 2013 album S.C.O.T. debuted at #5 on the ARIA Charts, #2 on the iTunes Charts, and #1 on the ARIA Urban Charts.  He’s been cementing his chokehold on the … Continue reading Come Together 2014

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FLOWZ Strong And Loyal

Jim Steps

The long awaited debut EP Strong And Loyal, from FLOWZ rocked heads on it’s release towards the end of 2013. Strong & Loyal has been described as a collection of stories and personal experiences from his life, full of hard hitting truth and emotion. A video clip recently dropped or the title track Strong & Loyal which features Dwizofoz. FLOWZ is currently working on an upcoming mixtape titled Stand Alone, which will be out at some stage this year. Mindkillers  ||  Wilful Damage Music  ||  Flowz Continue reading FLOWZ Strong And Loyal

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Alex Ford x Esta The Wild Imagination

Jim Steps

Alex Ford a Hip Hop artist from Perth, Western Australia who has just released his debut EP The Wild Imagination digitally. It is a free release. In 2009 he travelled to Los Angeles with then Hypersonic Records label mate Dialekt to record and film a few music videos (including the song “I’m in LA” featuring Sen Dogg of Cypress Hill fame).  In 2010 the CEO of Hypersonic Records disbanded the company due to financial and personal problems. Seeing this as an opportunity rather than a drawback, Ford made a fresh start and decided to put the experience and knowledge he gained … Continue reading Alex Ford x Esta The Wild Imagination

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Karm & KB Charity

Jim Steps

Karm & KB are a Hip-hop duo hailing out of Brisbane, Queensland. Together have been steadily working on there craft for the past 5 years, and in that time have released their self funded demo EP The Ill As Fuck EP and are currently working on their debut album Calm & Crazy. Karm & KB’s debut album Calm & Crazy is scheduled for release this year and will feature guest appearances by Necro, Apathy, Reef The Lost Cauze & Marvwon. The Charity film clip was filmed and edited by Mindkillers. Official  ||  Facebook  ||  Twitter Continue reading Karm & KB Charity

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Blunt B Dissolute Habits

Jim Steps

Since releasing his debut EP Fried (2012), Blunt B has played live in support of some of Australia’s biggest electronic acts including Flume, Shockone, Opiuo and Sampology. The EP turned out to be especially popular in South Africa, which he toured playing festivals and clubs in 2013 along with dropping single Funk the Queen , his most played track to date. Originally labelled as a glitch hop producer his style has since evolved into a less hectic, more polished electronic form as he drew inspiration from analogue synthesis and old school sampling techniques. His new EP exhibits his production finesse in … Continue reading Blunt B Dissolute Habits

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True Vibenation release ‘Crazy but… ‘

Jim Steps

Fresh off their run of shows with Jurassic 5 True Vibenation break the mould with new single Crazy but… from their, as yet untitled, second album. Not afraid to experiment with new sounds and influences the guys swap smooth piano and guitars for crunchy synths and big bass all topped off with True Vibenation’s trademark horns.  Inspired by a quote from iconic Japanese Director Akira Kurosawa ‘In a mad world, only the mad are sane’ the song challenges traditional ideas of what is considered to be ‘normal’. A fitting sentiment for a group that is far from your typical Sydney crew. … Continue reading True Vibenation release ‘Crazy but… ‘

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REMi Raw x Infinity Album Tour

Jim Steps

After a massive 2013, culminating in being awarded the coveted title of triple j’s Unearthed Artist of the Year, REMi has hit the ground running in 2014. There’s a new single Livin’ on the airwaves, multiple tour dates across the country, growing international buzz and, most excitingly, his much-anticipated album Raw X Infinity due for release Friday June 6th through REMi’s own DIY label House of Beige, and distributed by Unified. Raw X Infinity will be the second album for the three-piece Melbourne outfit featuring REMi and his musical collaborators, Sensible J and Dutch. The latest single Livin’ shows an edgier slant … Continue reading REMi Raw x Infinity Album Tour

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Hermitude Ukiyo

Jim Steps

Hermitude are back up in your grill with a stomping new banger. This marks the first time in quite awhile that we’ve seen new tunes for the boys over at Hermitude, but it couldn’t have come soon enough. The brand new track titled Ukiyo, features a synth showcase smashed with feminine vocals, culminating in an explosion of head bouncing beats. The Hermitude boys are right on the mark with this one. Be sure to catch Hermitude live as they prepare to depart on a UK (+Germany) tour in May. The tour, will hit Liverpool, Brighton and Berlin. The new tune Ukiyo follows on from a dope … Continue reading Hermitude Ukiyo

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4 Aces EP Launch World Record Store Day

Jim Steps

On Saturday April 19 Mata, Must, Flu and One Sixth take over the Flinders Street Station subway to perform their brand new Four Aces EP at Wax Museum Records. On Saturday April 19th, the Crate Cartel & Pang Productions lads celebrate World Record Store Day with the release of the long awaited 4 Aces EP from Mata, Must, Flu & One Sixth. This collaboration between long time friends is marks the first cross label release between Pang Productions & Crate Cartel. Available on limited white vinyl this WRSD, stay tuned for more info. Package includes: – 12″ White Vinyl – … Continue reading 4 Aces EP Launch World Record Store Day

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Sinks & Oath Strong

Jim Steps

New video & track from Sinks (DFTC) and Oath’s upcoming project. This is the first clip and track lifted from an upcoming collaborative project between these two killer artists. The new track titled Strong, was produced by Oath for Little Wonder Productions and mixed by Phil Geko of Crate Cartel. The clip was filmed by Kimberley Fox, edited and produced by Sinks & Carl Allison. There are lots of changes going on over at DFTC, including a new direction that the group are taking. Stay tuned for more information. DFTC  ||  Sinks  ||  Oath Continue reading Sinks & Oath Strong

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Mr Hill & Rahjconkas Non Stop Official Video

Jim Steps

The new single from local Hip Hop up and comers Mr Hill & Rahjconkas premiered the new film clip for NON STOP the other night on triple j’s Home and Hosed website.  With a healthy dose of Project X, Beer Bongs, Pool Skating, Babes and Explosions the new clip has hit the ground running clocking over 300 views in 5 mins. The follow up track to the successful Telescope single was released on the 4th of April and has been well received by their fans and the hip hop community. If you haven’t caught MHRC recently you can hit them up on the … Continue reading Mr Hill & Rahjconkas Non Stop Official Video

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Manny Pacquiao’s Knock Out Playlists on Spotify

Jim Steps

In preparation for Saturday’s fight in Vegas against Timothy Bradley, Manny Pacquiao has shared the playlists that keep him going in training, competition and play. The three Spotify-exclusive playlists feature a mix of recent chart toppers and pump up classics that have kept the Pac Man going strong for over a decade. The Spotify playlists include: Training Camp – Ever wonder what songs keep Manny going during his intense training? Besides songs from his favorite Shakira (he included “Hips Don’t Lie” here), Manny sweats it out to Bill Conti’s “Going the Distance”, Wu-Tang Clan’s “Six Directions of Boxing” and Daft … Continue reading Manny Pacquiao’s Knock Out Playlists on Spotify

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360 Live It Up feat. Pez

Jim Steps

Straight off the back of his national tour supporting Eminem, Australian rapper 360 hasn’t wasted any time ensuring his loyal fanbase get a taste of his forthcoming album Utopia, due for release on Friday 13th June. On Live It Up, 360 comes full circle as he is joined fellow Forthwrite member and musical partner in crime Pez. Live It Up follows the singles Impossible feat. Daniel Johns and Sixavelli feat. Lunar C. You can pre-order your copy of Utopia by following the links below.  Pre-Order  ||  Twitter  ||  Google+  ||  Official Continue reading 360 Live It Up feat. Pez

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Tinashe 2 On feat. SchoolboyQ

Jim Steps

The gorgeous rising R&B Star Tinashe is one of 2014’s most exciting and talented new artists. Her debut single 2 On featuring TDE rapper SchoolBoy Q and produced by man-of-the-moment DJ Mustard, is currently racing up the US airplay charts, and her recent performance at SxSW was named Beat Music’s #1 moment from the conference. Blending elements of R&B, pop, hip-hop, indie and alternative music, the young star has caught the attention of media across the world including Vogue, Billboard, VIBE, Pitchfork and SoulCulture. Her three mixtapes  (Black Water, In Case We Die and Reverie) have seen comparisons to some of the greatest female R&B artists to ever … Continue reading Tinashe 2 On feat. SchoolboyQ

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Omac Inside My Insomnia

Jim Steps

Omac has wasted no time since entering the local scene in Perth, releasing numerous mixtapes and free music online, aswell as performing at dozens of memorable shows over the last few years, including opening up for International hip hop acts such as Jeru the Damaja, Naughty By Nature, Obie Trice, Hopsin and Masta Ace. The Psych Ward crew member has twice toured nationally supporting MC Kerser, and is now preparing for his own national tour for the 2nd part of 2014 to showcase The Omaculate’s debut album Inside My Insomnia! The 16 track album was produced by Rob Shaker and is blessed … Continue reading Omac Inside My Insomnia

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Fitzy Long Time Coming EP

Jim Steps

The Long Time Coming EP is the first official EP from Melbourne based hip/hop artist Fitzy. Fitzy is an up and coming Hip Hop artist whose out to pay music back by sharing his gift.  Having first listened to hip hop as a frustrated teenager looking for an outlet to escape family life he formed a bond with music so strong it would eventually evolve into what we see today. Fitzy joined the Military in 2008 providing him the opportunity to visit parts of Australia and the world, writing down his experiences where possible. Over the next five years Fitzy continued writing … Continue reading Fitzy Long Time Coming EP

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Complete The Sound Of Patheticness

Jim Steps

Born and raised in Perth, with his unique sound and sometimes controversial subject matter, Complete has been an artist to watch out for since he arrived on the scene. Releasing a plethora of free music, from his infamous street anthem Blood Stained Nikes to his emotional masterpiece Dad, he has caught the attention of hip hop fans all over the country. His YouTube channel has had over 600,000 views and Complete has rocked the stage with some of the biggest names in Australia, including the opportunity to support hip hop heavyweight Kerser on his national tour. Suffering from mental illness since a young … Continue reading Complete The Sound Of Patheticness

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50 Cent Debuts First Songs Off Animal Ambition

Jim Steps

World-renowned Grammy winning rapper, 50 Cent, has debuted four tracks off his highly anticipated fifth studio album, Animal Ambition. Video clips for “Pilot” & “Smoke” debuted online recently and are exclusively available on iTunes. Each week you can expect an additional song and video from the upcoming album, Animal Ambition, leading up to the album’s release on June 2, 2014. “The releases of “Hold On” and “Don’t Worry ‘Bout It” officially kicked off Animal Ambition’s launch. This album has been a long time coming, and I am looking forward to sharing this body of work with my fans,” 50 Cent … Continue reading 50 Cent Debuts First Songs Off Animal Ambition

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Funkoars New EP Dawn Of The Head Streaming For Free

Jim Steps

Having just toured the nation with shows and festivals still to come in the coming months the Funkoars have done what they do best, look after the fans. The new EP Dawn of the Head peaked at #3 on the Urban and #18 on the Album ARIA charts last month. Today, we are super excited to announce Dawn Of The Head has been officially uploaded on YouTube for FREE. Check it out below. 2014 has seen a resurgence for the group with the final touches being put on the 5th album In Case of Emergency ready for release later this year. If you haven’t already … Continue reading Funkoars New EP Dawn Of The Head Streaming For Free

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Double J is coming!

Jim Steps

triple j is thrilled to announce that Dig Music, the digital radio station we took over last year, will be re-launched as Double J. From Wednesday April 30, Double J will play you new music and also celebrate the iconic music you grew up with, bringing with it unprecedented access to almost 40 years of triple j interview and sound archives. Former triple j presenter and Spicks and Specks team captain Myf Warhurst will launch the station with a new program 11 – 3pm weekdays. She joined Matt And Alex for the announcement yesterday morning: “It’s going to be a whole … Continue reading Double J is coming!