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Raven & Myk Reid: Searching For Soulz

Jim Steps

This is the team that never was. Raven: The Cartelian Sergeant & Myk Reid: The Second Lieutenant. Amidst this viral flood of “swagger”, confusing hi-hats, false characters and self indulgence, Searching For Soulz is hip hop purity. Raw, honest and lyrical.  Since the days of being told off by Raven’s mum for swearing too much this team has come a long way. This is grown man rap. Raven needs little introduction to fans of this art form. After his successful sophomore album Ravenous 20Ten and a short term hiatus for the arrival of his first born The Crate Cartel main-stay returns with the humanistic … Continue reading Raven & Myk Reid: Searching For Soulz

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Sarm: Self Titled Debut Album, Out Now!

Jim Steps

Presenting the self-titled debut album from Sarm of the acclaimed Sydney duo That’s Them. Featuring guest spots from undisputed kings Kerser, Rates, Fraksha, Tornts, Dialectrix and Rinse (Bingethinkers), with production by Nebs, the album burns its way across your ears the same way the intense orange of the 6 panel digipack sizzles across your retina. Never one for the same old humdrum, Sarm contrasts the sharp grime style of Fraksha with the mellow flow of Dialectrix, and the snappy bravado of tracks like I’ll Abuse You For Fun with the devastatingly honest When You Hear This. Out now through LookUp & Obese Distribution, Sarm … Continue reading Sarm: Self Titled Debut Album, Out Now!

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Ciecmate & Maggot Mouf are Known Associates

Jim Steps

For over a year these 2 contemporaries have locked themselves in the studio once a week to diligently shape and craft a new offering, Ashes To Dust. Ciecmate & Maggot Mouf trade verses back and forth, bar-for-bar in an epic team effort that interlocks prose and sonic aesthetics seamlessly. The joint delivery puts forth a tag-team approach reminiscent of a classic hip hop style that has not yet permeated Australia’s often individually focused scene. The insane turntable prowess of DJ No Name Nathan (2 x ACT DMC Champion) stitches the release together, officially making Known Associates a triple threat. The production … Continue reading Ciecmate & Maggot Mouf are Known Associates

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Rates – Destroy & Rebuild

Jim Steps

Much could be said about Rates… an artist, a musician, a good humble guy, or a raging lunatic… either way, he is fast making an impression on the rap scene. Older brother to one of Australia’s most promising and talented artists Kerser and best mate to Jay Dee. Rates is well known for describing this lifestyle and often giving good advice to kids and people in the same situation. This fact is evident on I Rap Because, simply stating why he chose this life and provoking quite alot of thought along the way. Rates has toured all over the country … Continue reading Rates – Destroy & Rebuild

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Everyday – Equality

Jim Steps

Everyday is an Adelaide emcee that was raised in a home where music was always being played, and with fond memories of staying up til the early hours of the morning with the entire household singing and dancing to “Saturday night jukebox”, it came naturally when he decided to start making his own music. Picking up a set of sticks, Everyday’s first musical adventure started as a drummer and songwriter, playing along side collaborator Tomorrow in a hardcore band, where he also had his first taste of being up on stage, a taste that would grow in the years to come. … Continue reading Everyday – Equality

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Mute x Roleo – Ticket

Jim Steps

A prime example of what happens when two crazy people come together to create at Big Village HQ. Roleoʼs driving Afro/Jungle style beat meets eccentric ragga style flow, screaming and chanting exaltations to life. Fans will recognise Muteʼs melodic style and conscious lyrics from his collaboration with Verbaleyes, Lingua Franca which was one of the stand out tracks on the Big Village compilation Big Things Volume Two and was added to Triple j rotation in 2012. But the Mute x Roleo story goes back to their collaboration Forever Breaks on Big Things Volume One which was named as FBI’s album of the week and sparked … Continue reading Mute x Roleo – Ticket

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Fundamental Elements – The Homecoming EP

Jim Steps

One of the freshest acts out of Brisbane have emerged from the studio with their 2013 EP, The Homecoming. The 5-track project picks up where the pair left off, following off from their 2008 EP Living Secrets, providing that same grounded sound with a Boom Bap theme for which the duo are synonymous but with a noticeable growth on wax work. Like they never fell off, they’re back on the play button. Please welcome back the Fundamental Elements and pump the volume! This latest effort contains production from Vegas Aces’ Cam Bluff, Species and Pleura and track cuts from special guest, Johnny … Continue reading Fundamental Elements – The Homecoming EP

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Big Words – Big Words Vol.1

Jim Steps

Big Words are rapidly making a name for themselves as one of the rawest, most  exciting live Hip-hop outfits in Melbourne. But don’t let the tag fool you, they are far from being just another generic Hip Hop act. Their sound is diverse, adding a different dimension to their sound with every listen.  Favouring free styling, Big Words are known to sample elements of Funk, Jazz, Blues, Reggae, Rock and Soul into their heavily textured sound, finding their inspiration from within these genres and making them their own. Big Words music gives a fresh voice to the youth of today with their … Continue reading Big Words – Big Words Vol.1

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Kerser & Rates: We Here Now Regional Tour

Jim Steps

Following the success of Kerser’s No Rest For The Sickest Tour earlier this year, the infamous emcee hits the road for the second time in 2013 due to popular demand, accompanied by brother Rates and hype man Jay Dee. The Kerser and Rates – We Here Now Regional Tour kicks off on the 5th of June in NSW, the tour will make its way around regional Australia throughout June and July. On top of Kerser and Rates having just released their single We Here Now together (now available on iTunes), Rates is also due to release his debut album Rebuild & Destroy later … Continue reading Kerser & Rates: We Here Now Regional Tour

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Karsniogenics presents new signing: Sussone – The Corax Type

Jim Steps

Karsniogenics is mighty proud to welcome the latest addition to the K artist roster – Sussone ‘The Corax Type’. Karsniogenics have had their eye on this guy for some time now, and we’re sure you’ll be feline’ his style just as much as they did. Hailing from Brisbane’s west line city of Ipswich, Sussone has been busy working hard at perfecting his craft behind the local hip hop scene for many years now. Since taking pen to pad for the first time in his teens, the 28 year old is ready to break out of the shadows and let people … Continue reading Karsniogenics presents new signing: Sussone – The Corax Type

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Words Eye View – Gotta Know

Jim Steps

Words Eye View is a Hip Hop trio from Canberra, ACT which consist of brothers, Flipadeck and Hayds, and long-time friend Brett Super. The group formed in 2005 after meeting at a local emcee battle comp. They are currently working on their debut release titled Elevation. Words Eye View present a brand new promo track titled Gotta Know. The track available for free download below is produced by Hayd for Smithgrind Entertainment, mixed and mastered by Ben Kramp for Earthshake Audio Productions. The video clip is directed by Words Eye View, shot and edited by Dane One. You can pick up Gotta Know, … Continue reading Words Eye View – Gotta Know

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Ellesquire – The Messtape

Jim Steps

Tuka and Big Village records present a now polished collection of songs which you may have seen pop up on my Tuka’s soundcloud page, youtube channel or heard on various radio appearances over the last 12 months. These have been fleshed out, re-recorded, mixed, mastered and spliced together with brand new unreleased songs to form The Messtape. The Messtape features 13 tracks including the Let’s Do It (Remix) feat. Billie McCarthy. The Messtape is available as a free download. Mixed by Simon Cohen. Additional vocals on Don’t Fall In Love & Lets Do It (Remix) by Inés. Lets Do It … Continue reading Ellesquire – The Messtape

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In Photos: G-Shock 30th Anniversary Bash

Jim Steps

Last week G-Shock Australia kicked off its 30th Anniversary Celebration at the Prince Ballroom in Melbourne’s St Kilda. Bliss N Eso, DJ Krush, Yo Mafia & N’fa Jones hit the stage in a private concert for VIP guests.  The venue was decked out with limited G-Shock watches and a collection of watches dating back to 1983. G-Shock also announced its first collaboration for the Australian market with local Hip-hop artists Bliss N Eso. You can find out more about this upcoming limited edition project by checking out our recent interview with the Marketing Manager of Casio Timepiece here.  *Photos are shot exclusively … Continue reading In Photos: G-Shock 30th Anniversary Bash

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Kadyelle – The Theory Of Everything

Jim Steps

Touted as being one of the most skillful females in the scene right now after her solid debut release Earthworthy in 2010 and The One Nighter mixtape in 2011. Kadyelle has supported and toured with such acts as Sage Francis, Ozi Batla, M-Phazes, Phrase, Illy, Spit Syndicate, The Tongue, Class A, Optamus, Muph & Plutonic, Seth Sentry plus many more.  Her newest LP The Theory of Everything features Ozi Batla, Thorts, Optamus, Dazastah, Hunter, Porsah Laine, Rachael Berry, Soma, Miss Karleena, Miss.She.ill, Rob Shaker and production from Rahjconkas, The Digital Assassin, Admin Beats and Ren Riz. The Theory of Everything is available now for a ‘name … Continue reading Kadyelle – The Theory Of Everything

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B.V.A. – Answers Loss Question Love

Jim Steps

deNorthwode has been DJ’ing & producing beats for close to 20 years. deNorthwode is more than just a party dj. He also runs the Crookneck lab an underground studio in the eastern suburbs of Adelaide that produces quality hip hop (check it out in the the book “Behind the Beat”). He owns Elysium Lounge & plays there along with the very best dj’s & musicians Adelaide has to offer. He has played extensively all over Australia. What sets him apart from most DJ’s is a combination of traditional turntable finesse, original and current routines, incredible energy & selfless respect for … Continue reading B.V.A. – Answers Loss Question Love

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Vinyl Villains – Hacksaw & Debate

Jim Steps

Vinyl Villains consist of Train Of Thought members Hacksaw & Debate. Hacksaw has been honing his skills on the decks since the mid 90’s and Debate started producing beats around the same time. Both represent the production company Train Of Thought Productions. The concept behind the Vinyl Villains is Debate will provide all the production and Hacksaw will provide all the cuts, inviting artists from around Australia to spit/mc over the tracks they create and occasionally Debate will grace the mic. Artists the Villains have been involved with for either production and/or cuts include: Hilltop Hoods, Funkoars, After Hours, Pagan Elypsis, Mase … Continue reading Vinyl Villains – Hacksaw & Debate

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Savo – Worth The Wait

Jim Steps

In a time of fly-by-night internet sensations, Savo’s defiance of deadlines defines him almost as significantly as his music. Despite collecting an impressive number of accolades and fans along the past 8 years, Savo has yet to present his debut full-length release, the aptly titled, Worth The Wait. A solid 12 months in the making, the 20 track offering will be ready April 15th to satisfy his salivating fanbase. The first taste of the release, the brashly titled, Fucks Goin On , garnered over 1500 Facebook shares, and a mighty 50 000 soundcloud plays within a meagre 28 days. Add … Continue reading Savo – Worth The Wait

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Ribongia – Play My Hits

Jim Steps

Ribongias (Antonio Rosselli) music is an exploded technical drawing for the ears. Referencing a vast array of pop culture mediums, his sounds are collected and layered until, like light fragmenting through a crystal prism, they enter the aural sphere; chaos ensues. The lead single off of Ribongia’s EP of the same name Play My Hits sees the Sydney’s finest Italian musical import launching headlong into the dark heart of Beats, with a twisted melange of raw bass, chopped and screwed vocals, sparkling synths, and chunky beats, all with that signature Ribongia sense of barely controlled mayhem. This is music made to … Continue reading Ribongia – Play My Hits

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Eloquor – From The Oceans Of Karana

Jim Steps

One of the most catalytic hip hop releases to date comes in the form of Eloquor’s third LP From the Oceans of Karana. Following on from the release of his 2011 EP, Eloquor continues to explore his fascination with the human condition. From the Oceans of Karana is a spiritual encounter, which explores both the fundamentals and intricacies of life. The album is divided into three parts; Creation, Preservation, and Destruction. Each part is proceeded ceremoniously by a foreword from Ramesh, a Hindu mystic. The concept behind Eloquor’s themes is inspired by the three Hindu gods Brahma (the Creator), Vishnu (the … Continue reading Eloquor – From The Oceans Of Karana

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P-Money – Gratitude

Jim Steps

With the release of his highly anticipated new album Gratitude a month away, P-Money has revealed the album artwork and track listing, also announcing an all-star line-up of featured artists. Having recently signed a deal with Duck Down Music US, P-Money has made use of his label mates with Talib Kweli, Buckshot and Skyzoo all making an appearance on the album. You can also expect to hear from Havoc (of Mobb Deep), Freddie Gibbs, M.O.P., Fashawn, Roc Marciano, Nicole Wray, Jamall Bufford (formerly Buff1), STS, Monsta G, Blaison Maven and Pac Div. Bringing it back to God’s own, the album … Continue reading P-Money – Gratitude

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Monsta – Feat. Sky’High (Prod. P-Money)

Jim Steps

Hailing from the streets of Long Beach, California and introduced to the rap world by legendary Bay Area Don Yukmouth (of platinum selling duo The Luniz), Monsta has been patiently waiting to give fans a dose of his gruff West Coast narrative. Born and raised by a Samoan Father and a Mexican mother, Monsta was exposed to the harsh realities of two dominant cultures that co-exist on the streets of LA. The nephew of pioneering Samoan rappers and West Coast legends the Boo Yaa Tribe, Monsta is considered the Heir to the Polynesian Hip-Hop Legacy. During his touring schedule Monsta made stop … Continue reading Monsta – Feat. Sky’High (Prod. P-Money)

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Tom Showtime – Original Recipes

Jim Steps

Tom Showtime is a man of many guises. DJ. Producer. Remixer. Saxophonist. Gramophone Enthusiast. From Be-Bop to Breakbeat and everything in between, Tom’s passion for music is paralleled only by his legendary (some would say mythical) enjoyment of watermelon, coffee and cricket. That’s just how he rolls.  2013 has seen Tom getting a taste for rocking bigger dance floors and in turn producing bigger tunes. This is gaining him international recognition through a series of releases championed by legendary UK label Ghetto Funk, resulting in a four track Artist EP and him being added to the roster. Add to this … Continue reading Tom Showtime – Original Recipes

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Basement Grits – Limited Edition Vinyl

Jim Steps

Beat Basement Records are pleased to announce the release the self-titled, debut album Basement Grits limited edition vinyl. Consisting of label beat makers Develop and Apollo Grimez, emcees Ricky Shamroxx and Diggis and hip hop deejay/beat maker Dex Mo. With beats cherry picked from the best of the three beat makers, Basement Grits is an album devoid of filler-type tracks, firing off from the word go through 10 tracks of head nodding goodness, with the sole purpose of driving the sword firmly in the dirt and establishing this crew from Cairns’ skill set amongst the wave of new artists emerging in today’s local hip hop scene. The content spans from straight out hard representing on … Continue reading Basement Grits – Limited Edition Vinyl

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N’fa Jones – Live On

Jim Steps

N’fa Jones, still highly regarded for his work in his first outfit 1200 Techniques, is back in action. Having moved back to Australia just over a year ago following a few years journeying and writing music abroad, N’fa has already released his Babylondon EP with the stop-motion video for March On. Featured on 360’s Hope You Dont Mind, Drapht’s triple j hit singles Bali Party & 1990’s, as well as Nick Thayer’s OWSLA release Like Boom which charted for 10 weeks at #1 on beatport. Having just wrapped from the 22 date Uni-Verse Australian tour with Drapht, N’fa has returned home … Continue reading N’fa Jones – Live On

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K21 – Kid Sinatra EP

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ACCLAIM Magazine, in association with Golden Era Records and New Era Australia, present Adelaide artist K21’s ‘Kid Sinatra’ EP. Released exclusively through the Acclaim website, K21 has recently signed with Golden Era Records. The 5-track EP is free for download and features new and previously unreleased tunes in the lead-up to the release of a new full-length album later this year. The Kid Sinatra EP is available for free download below and features Fluent Form, Maundz, Trials, Briggs, Vents and Realizm. K21 Official  ||  Twitter  ||  Facebook Continue reading K21 – Kid Sinatra EP

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True Vibenation releases project through USBs in city walls

Jim Steps

Across Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane there are USBs embedded into walls and buildings in public spaces. Inspired by artists such as Banksy and Isaac Cordal Sydney band True Vibenation decided to release Standby [Project USB] using the guerrilla offline sharing technique, concreting USBs to the wall and marking their locations on their website while on the road for the Standby Tour. Find the USBs, attach your laptop or take a photo and upload it to the band’s facebook to receive a download of the full project and a shoutout in the next True Vibenation album due for release on Big … Continue reading True Vibenation releases project through USBs in city walls

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Watch: Citizen Kay – Yes!

Jim Steps

Canberra hip hop artist Citizen Kay is enjoying a rapidly growing profile thanks to some radio airplay and well received shows over the past couple of months. He’s even been added to the line-up of Groovin The Moo’s Canberra leg. At the age of 14 his music teachers and peers recognized his potential as a musician, however hip-hop came into play in a big way and his love of rap and the recording of it took centre stage. Since 2008 Kay has become well known for rapping in the Capital. He has written, produced and recorded songs for himself and … Continue reading Watch: Citizen Kay – Yes!

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Fundamental Elements – The Homecoming

Jim Steps

With a vision to produce classic boom bap rap music, MC’s Species & Pleura bring a grounded sound back to a scene that has somewhat lost focus at times. Shaping their honest & direct lyrics to focus on personal life, politics & hip hop culture into modern day classic rap tracks, Fundamental Elements manage to seamlessly capture the hype of their party vibe & energetic live show in the studio.  Along with the help of seasoned DJ Johnny Love, a recent new addition to the crew at all live shows. Clockwork Records are proud to bring you the first film clip … Continue reading Fundamental Elements – The Homecoming

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Byron Bay Hip Hop Group ‘The Hated’ Release EP & Announce National Tour

Jim Steps

Following their much acclaimed single Lord’s Life released earlier this year, The Hated have just released their free EP and announced their first national tour. For those unfamiliar, The Hated consist of Leeze, Griffin Brain and Vitals and each member brings their own distinctive sound to the table. Upon listening to their EP Lords Life you will quickly familiarize yourself with what a Lord’s Life entails. The group paints a vivid picture of their Byron Bay lifestyle with the help of Melbourne producer C1 who has worked with Allday, Peezo, Seven and Mr Hill. From headlining packed shows to performing alongside hip hop … Continue reading Byron Bay Hip Hop Group ‘The Hated’ Release EP & Announce National Tour

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P. Smurf – The Story So Far

Jim Steps

Back in March, Big Village released the debut solo EP The Story So Far from Daily Meds front man P.Smurf. This sun drenched 7 track EP is a testament to the last 8 years of hard work the Sydney MC has put into mastering his craft, and it shows. During The Story So Far. P.Smurf goes into depth on what makes him tick, both as a person and an MC.   Splicing his trademark spit-fire lyricism with tales of love, romance, inner city living and the unrelenting pressures of modern society. The Story So Far features some familiar guests with fellow … Continue reading P. Smurf – The Story So Far