Citizen Kay Tour Dates + Wiz Khalifa Support

After making us all Raise a Glass with his latest single feat. The Brass Knuckle Brass Band (BKBB), Citizen Kay just keeps ascending, his stellar beats and clever rhymes now securing several coveted appearances in 2014. These appearances have included a coveted support slot alongside the US’ Wiz Khalifa on his forthcoming Australian tour, supporting Georgia Anne Muldrow and Dudley Perkins at the Sydney Festival, as well as taking to the stage for Melbourne’s Push Over Festival in March Tour Dates Saturday 14 December @ The Plot (Syd) Tix available from Moshtix Sunday 15 December @ The Plot (Melb) Tix … Continue reading Citizen Kay Tour Dates + Wiz Khalifa Support

Chasm – Summer feat. Blak Twang, Hau & Ozi Batla

Summer, the new single from Chasm features world renowned UK rap legend Blak Twang, and Australian Kings of hip hop Ozi Batla (The Herd/Astronomy Class) and Hau (Koolism/triple j hip hop show). Summer is an insight from Chasm’s upcoming fourth EP which is to be released in early 2014. A chilled out track; Summer is set alight by its warm strings and laid back beats. The three emcees trade verses on their Summer vibes, complementing each other with differing styles. “‘Summer was written one night at my studio, earlier in the year. From memory Blak Twang was just vibing on being out … Continue reading Chasm – Summer feat. Blak Twang, Hau & Ozi Batla

DukeBox Bailey – Big Kitty Life

Straight outta Inverell, making good on the promise he’s been touting for years, hip hop artist DukeBox Bailey is psyched to announce the release of his debut LP Big Kitty Life. As the news breaks that he’s been invited to play this year’s Woodford Festival, and freshly signed with respected Queensland Indigenous label Impossible Odds, DukeBox spits his original rhymes with trusty side man Terse MC, unafraid to ruminate on the largess of capitalism and materialism and the microcosm of life in a small town. His lyrics speak of a man much older than his 23 years, dealing with issues affecting … Continue reading DukeBox Bailey – Big Kitty Life

Justice & Kaos – Superfly

A classic coming of age tale from the babyfaced and bearded J&K. Superfly is a vibrant, urgent tune with pop and drum’n’bass influences melded together in perfect synergy to present a pristine, polished product. This is unashamedly hip hop with a pop sheen.  Superfly is taken from their weekly music series The Home indVasian 2, which has seen J&K release a song a week for the past 16 weeks (and counting) online at justiceandkaos.com/hi2. And yes the ‘2’ means this is the 2nd time they have done this. You can download Superfly here.  Official  ||  Facebook  ||  Soundcloud Continue reading Justice & Kaos – Superfly

Urthboy feat. Jane Tyrrell – Live At The City Recital Hall

Joined by Jane Tyrrell and band, Urthboy takes a different tact reworking songs from Smokey’s Haunt, The Signal and Spitshine, as well as the show-stopping Letters From Jamshed. Taking a lead from the (stupid/hilarious/bizarre/ off-beat) tour diary blog, this recording features a 20-page booklet with Urthboy’s observations travelling around the country playing in classic Australian theatres performing rap music to a Paul Kelly crowd. Urthboy will be supporting The Roots, Friday December 27, Horden Pavilion Sydney and also Saturday December 28, Festival Hall Melbourne. Urthboy feat. Jane Tyrrell – Live At The City Recital Hall is out now. Urthboy  ||  Elefant … Continue reading Urthboy feat. Jane Tyrrell – Live At The City Recital Hall

True Vibenation release first single ‘Dressed To Chill’

Dressed To Chill featuring Pukz is the first taste from True Vibenation’s upcoming sophomore album. The song is an infectious summertime tune over a laid-back beat featuring the charismatic, fluid flows of Verbaleyes and Native Wit and ‘smooth as butter’ vocals from Sydney soul-singer Pukz, along with True Vibenation’s trademark horns played by the guys themselves. True Vibenation are Dressed To Chill but there will be no relaxing for them in the coming months as they take to the road for the Dressed To Chill Tour while also locking down in the studio to put the finishing touches on their second … Continue reading True Vibenation release first single ‘Dressed To Chill’

Moka Young – Young N Restless Out Now!

Moka Young grew up in Cabarita Beach NSW, and now lives live on The Gold Coast and has been passionate about rap and hip hop music since he was 15 years old. For the last twelve months Moka has been working on his debut album with a range of producers and other artists. Moka’s unique sound has been heavily moulded through his love for melody driven soul music, along with his passion for hip hop. His lyrics are inspired by his life experiences and tell the story of life as he sees it. Moka has supported local and international acts … Continue reading Moka Young – Young N Restless Out Now!

Heliosphere – Uncomfortable Beats

Uncomfortable Beats presents it’s 5th Australian Beats Compilation titled Heliosphere. Uncomfortable Beats is an Australian-based music label dedicated to showcasing emerging beat-makers with an innovative, off-kilter sounds. This 13 track release showcases a diverse selection of beats from producers across Australia, with emphasis leaning towards the more mellow spectrum of electronic music. Compiled by: Able8 & Ghostsoul. Mastered by: Ghostsoul. Heliosphere is available now as a name your price download here. Official  ||  Facebook  ||  Twitter Continue reading Heliosphere – Uncomfortable Beats

How Green EP

How Green’s self-titled EP is an exploration through finely chopped beats. The Adelaide based artist showcases his talent for electronic song writing, and sets himself apart with his compelling sound in this six track release. As an added bonus, the EP includes remixes from Oisima and SylleStruck (Greased Up Records, DEN). How Green is available now as a name your price download here. Track listing: 1. Might Light 2. o’ o’ oh 3. Blue Lemons 4. Yes Yeah 5. Might Light (SylleStruck remix) 6. Yes Yeah (Oisima Remix) Official  ||  Facebook  ||  Twitter Continue reading How Green EP

Miracle – Never Gets Old Official Video

Sydney based powerhouse artist/producer Miracle releases the first single Never Gets Old off his upcoming debut album. Having toured Australia solidly over the last 12 months supporting artists including A$AP Rocky, Childish Gambino and Tyga, Miracle has been steadily honing his craft and exploring the musical boundaries, which is apparent on his new single. Teaming up with 2012 Aria Award Winning Producer Stylaz Fuego (360, Wiley, Illy, Diafrix), has helped Miracle make the transformation from being categorised as a rapper, to an artist. This musical growth has seen him deliver a stellar track featuring a fusion of hip hop, dance and … Continue reading Miracle – Never Gets Old Official Video

ICP (Insane Clown Posse) Australian Tour 2013

Hip hop stalwarts and leaders of the Juggalo movement Insane Clown Posse have announced they will be breaking their Australian drought, heading Down Under for their first run of headlining shows in more than a decade. Currently sitting on a cool 11 million album sales, it’s no surprise that ICP seem unfazed and, in fact, take pride in their label as one of the world’s most hated outfits. Making headlines for all the wrong reasons, ICP have been declared leaders of an FBI recognised criminal gang and most recently slapped with a sexual harassment lawsuit by a former lawyer, but … Continue reading ICP (Insane Clown Posse) Australian Tour 2013

Childish Gambino: Telegraph Ave (Ta-Ku Remix)

Today we are treated to another taste of the upcoming Donald Glover, aka Childish Gambino release which is due to drop in Australia on December 6th, his sophomore album is titled Because The Internet. Todays leak comes in the form of the the track ‘Telegraph Ave‘, and features a remix from Perth’s very own beatsmith Ta-Ku. Gambino isn’t too happy about the recent streak of leaks that have surrounded the album. Following the leak of the track Sweatpants feat. Problem late Sunday night, Gambino responded by tweeting the following ‘pissed’ tweet. https://twitter.com/DonaldGlover/status/404838406808551424 You can download the brand new track Telegraph … Continue reading Childish Gambino: Telegraph Ave (Ta-Ku Remix)

aahh Radio – Episode 7: Jonwayne (Rap Album One)

In Episode 7 of aahh Radio we are joined by US artist Jonwayne, who has just released his debut rap album titled Rap Album One. He is also currently in Australia for a huge run of dates. The massive single The Come Up Pt. 1 is the only track on Rap Album One to feature a vocal guest, Scoop DeVille – best known as producer for the likes of Kendrick Lamar, The Game and Snoop Dogg. Scoop also produced two tracks on the record, Black Magic and The Come Up Pt. 2. The rest is pure Jonwayne, from the meandering, jazzy Reflection to the contemplative After The Calm. In fact, there’s more piano than drums on Rap Album One – … Continue reading aahh Radio – Episode 7: Jonwayne (Rap Album One)

Joyride: First Solo Tour This December

To celebrate the release of The Gentleman Trilogy, Joyride sets off on his first solo tour hitting sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane this December. The quietest achiever and loudest personality in the One Day Crew (Horrorshow, Jackie Onassis, Spit Syndicate) has been prolific, releasing three EPs (The Gentleman Trilogy): Honourable and Chivalrous, with Valiant dropping shortly. From love and drug-fuelled lust to poignant self-reflection, it’s all written, produced and performed by Joyride, presenting the untold perspective of a young, handsome man in the guts of the city. The social media mogul recently killed it supporting Spit Syndicate’s national tour but it’s time … Continue reading Joyride: First Solo Tour This December

aahh Radio – Community Series Episode 1: April77 Creative (Ben Funnell)

For our first ever Community Series episode, which aims to highlight those who are heavily involved in the local hip hop scene, but may not receive the recognition they deserve. We catch up with the creative director of April77 Creative, … Continue reading aahh Radio – Community Series Episode 1: April77 Creative (Ben Funnell)

Bliss N Eso Release ‘My Life’ Music Video Announce BDO + ARIA Awards Appearance

In a landmark year for the group, this past week has been particularly huge for Sydney’s Bliss n Eso. In a trio of major live announcements, BNE began the week announcing a very special performance at the upcoming 2013 ARIA … Continue reading Bliss N Eso Release ‘My Life’ Music Video Announce BDO + ARIA Awards Appearance

David Dallas – Falling Into Place goes Gold plus Australian Tour Dates

The past two years have been a rollercoaster for Dallas. He signed to underground powerhouse Duck Down Music NYC in 2011, releasing second album The Rose Tint in the US soon after, and touring throughout North America with hip hop duo … Continue reading David Dallas – Falling Into Place goes Gold plus Australian Tour Dates

DJ Jazzy Jeff & MC Skillz to play at The Espy

One of the hip-hop scene’s earliest pioneers & best-loved artists, DJ Jazzy Jeff is commercially best known for his chart-topping collaborations with Will Smith – DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince. The duo shot to worldwide acclaim through multi-platinum hits such as ‘Summertime’, ‘Boom! Shake The Room’ & ‘Girls Ain’t Nothing But Trouble’. In 1988, the duo gained the honour of being awarded the first ever Grammy for a hip hop/rap song (for Parents Just Don’t Understand). Worldwide TV acclaim soon followed courtesy of seminal US Sitcom ‘The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air’– with Will Smith playing the lead and … Continue reading DJ Jazzy Jeff & MC Skillz to play at The Espy