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Astronomy Class hit WOMADelaide 2015

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One of Australian Hip Hop’s more diverse trios, Astronomy Class feat. Srey Channthy attended WOMAD 2015 over the weekend showcasing their unique musical style with their third album ‘Mekong Delta Sunrise’. Having  performed with Srey Channthy, from the Cambodian Space Project only a handful of times the audience were treated to the creative exploration of hip hop beats by Astronomy Class. The on-stage energy did not leave one person in the audience untouched as the story of the Khmer Rouge genocide and the death of  Cambodia’s musical greats was unwoven by the albums display of reggae, club, psych and Khmer – pop. So … Continue reading Astronomy Class hit WOMADelaide 2015

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Waza Spread A Little Love

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Caught in the fork in the road between the cinematic and the musical, Sydney beatmaker Waza fuses starry eyes and tender words with slick hip-hop sensibilities and an effortless throwback vibe. Taking his cue sonically from the likes of J Dilla, DJ Shadow and Pete Rock, Waza takes universal constants like love and attraction and distils them with master precision and a versatile brand of multi-instrumentalism, transcending the aural and the emotional and broadcasting it in CinemaScope and Technicolour. A profound appreciation of both hip-hop and cinema fused itself into Waza’s musical sensibilities from a young age, resulting in a … Continue reading Waza Spread A Little Love

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Mosé + The FMLY Lotus Flower

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Melbourne hip-hop/soul heavyweight outfit, Mosé + The FMLY, have slowly but surely been winning over droves of audiences with their infectious, outlandish yet energetic shows, which craft together the boom-bap of the old school block party together with the electronic soul of the new age.op. In preparation for the group’s forthcoming EP, Mosé + the FMLY have just released a new track titled ‘Lotus Flower.’ Mosé + the FMLY is part of the hip hop collective known as 90s RD alongside other Melbourne acts including Baro. ‘Lotus Flower’ gives us a little glimpse in to what’s to come from the … Continue reading Mosé + The FMLY Lotus Flower

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Thudamentals ‘Welcome To Australia’ Official Ambassadors

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Thundamentals are extremely proud to announce that they are officially appointed Welcome To Australia ambassadors. This comes as a significant marker in the overarching message of inclusiveness and story-telling that the band has solidified with last year’s wildly successful LP So We Can Remember. To celebrate their Welcome To Australia appointment, Thundamentals designed a special edition ‘Got Love’ band shirt, with 100% of proceeds going to The Asylum Seeker Centre. It’s hoped the sales might, in some way, contribute to the Not For Profit’s mission “to provide a welcoming environment and practical support for community-based asylum seekers, while building community … Continue reading Thudamentals ‘Welcome To Australia’ Official Ambassadors

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Coin Banks High and Lows Official Video

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Coin Banks today premieres his new video via Channel [V] for the single “High and Lows”, borne of his critically acclaimed ‘Tails’ EP. “Highs and Lows” is based on the simple idea that you can’t have the good without the bad,” says Banks. “It’s the tough times that make us appreciate the good times. There are so many things in our lives that we take for granted, and we only start realise how special they are once we no longer have them”. The premiere follows an unparalleled year for Coin, which saw the release of his highly-anticipated, ‘Tails’ EP (the … Continue reading Coin Banks High and Lows Official Video

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Jesswar Peachy

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19 year old female hip-hop artist Jesswar has been slaying live shows and internet tracks and videos for the past 2 years. Hailing from the Gold Coast, Jesswar was the vocalist from local band ‘Sneaky Picnic’ having performed at Big Day Out 2013 and 2014. As well as playing in bands and studying music she has been collaborating with fellow Human Records artist ‘Lane-Harry x Ike Campbell’ on several tracks and 2 feature EP’s. Their joint track ‘Luxury’ has exploded on the internet drawing praise from artists such as 360 and Matt Corby. Jesswar is set to release her debut … Continue reading Jesswar Peachy

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#RSDAus

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Celebrate your local record store! One day, all around Australia, record stores offer deals, specials, live music and more. Record Store Day Australia is on Saturday 18 April 2015. The one day when record stores come together with artists and record labels and music lovers to celebrate the joy of music. Expect specials and deals and promo stuff, along with live music in-store and artists dropping by to say hi, and maybe to play. It’s coming round again. I know. Already. The countdown is on for Record Store Day Australia 2015 (#RSDAus) on Saturday 18 April 2015. Save the date! Lists … Continue reading #RSDAus

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Skank & Shake The Long Road Ahead

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Hugh Winterflood, aka Skank & James Shakeshaft, aka Shake are revelling in the afterglow of an awesome couple of years. This time saw Skank support massive acts including Horrorshow, Obie Trice, Drapht and The Tongue. He played Big Day Out in Perth, then after joining musical forces with Shake, the duo performed at Stand Up Hip Hop Festival Brisbane, Bass in The Grass NT and Wide Open Space fest. They supported Briggs and played at both Territory shows on The Cosby Sweater Tour supporting the Hilltop Hoods in Alice Springs and Darwin. Recently, they were selected to receive a mentoring … Continue reading Skank & Shake The Long Road Ahead

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IUTER lookbook featuring local artist Miracle

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IUTER is a streetwear brand fully designed and manufactured in Italy. IUTER was founded in 2002 by a group of people with a strong passion for board sports, graffiti and music. Thanks to several collaborations and numerous experiences abroad, mostly in Japan, over the years IUTER developed its style and know-how, moving from a basically D.I.Y. attitude to being a well structured brand manufacturing its products exclusively in Italy. As such, it stands as a premium brand both in the action sports market as well as in the street-fashion sector. Season after season, the IUTER collection becomes more and more … Continue reading IUTER lookbook featuring local artist Miracle

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Fundamental Elements 6 Feet Deep

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Fundamental Elements have long shared a vision to put the Boom-Bap back into a local rap scene that has, at times, somewhat lost focus. Both rappers have been able to cage the energy of a live gig and hype of a full house in the studio and unleash it through their recordings. Their honest and direct lyrical approach to personal issues, politics and representing hip hop culture is laid over rap tracks cooked by seasoned beatsmiths Leaf Dog, Soley & FE’s own Pleura. F.E. are on the move! Early 2013, F.E. dropped their second EP, The Homecoming. Production came primarily … Continue reading Fundamental Elements 6 Feet Deep

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“98:Foundation” (Trailer)

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In the late 2000’s Bias B approached Heata regarding an idea to make a local documentary about the release of his Beezwax LP from 1998. Together with Discourse they formed a film crew and began interviewing people regarding the early years and development of Australian Hip Hop pre the 2000’s. As more people were interviewed, the team started to realise that the project was bigger than the story of just one album. And so, the film took a different direction. This here is a Trailer cut from their interviews over time with original stock footage. “98:Foundation” is a very important … Continue reading “98:Foundation” (Trailer)

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Jordan Brand Previews The Holiday 2015 Retro Lineup

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Air Jordan Viii Originally debuted by the legend himself during Chicago’s “three-peat” championship basketball season in 1992-93, the Air Jordan VIII was a true showstopper on the hardwood. Featuring distinctive crossover straps atop the laces, the Air Jordan VIII was the last shoe His Airness would wear before his sudden retirement in October 1993. Jordan Brand will release three colorways of this iconic silhouette during the 2015 holiday season, paying homage to historic moments during Michael Jordan’s career. Air Jordan Viii “Aqua” Worn originally during the 1993 All-Star Game, the Air Jordan VIII Aqua returns with fully re-mastered construction and … Continue reading Jordan Brand Previews The Holiday 2015 Retro Lineup

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Ta-ku Joins adidas & Foot Locker For The Superstar Release

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#SUPERSTAR IS NOT WHAT YOU THINK IT IS. When the Superstar shoe was first launched by adidas back in 1969, the word ‘Superstar’ was unambiguous. Today, the word has been corrupted to the point of confusion. This year adidas Originals sets out to question what it means to be a superstar, beginning with this film featuring Pharrell Williams, David Beckham, Rita Ora and Damian Lillard. From the courts but of the street, the adidas Originals Superstar is a street style staple for the ages. adidas and Foot Locker have now teamed up with DJ/producer, Ta-ku for the Superstar campaign release … Continue reading Ta-ku Joins adidas & Foot Locker For The Superstar Release

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360 X Infinite X Royskopp Monument

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360 has been getting busy in the studio lately in preparation for his upcoming Retopia Tour. Late Friday afternoon he dropped a mixtape track out of the blue on Soundcloud, the track features Infinite and is lifted from the upcoming 360 mixtape Over The Moon. Don’t Miss 360 on The Retopia National Tour with special guest Coin Banks and LEVA, featuring Mistress of Ceremony, KALE, Lee Monro x Ello C and Creed Birch. Tickets on sale now. Click the banner below for more information on the tour and to purchase tickets. Continue reading 360 X Infinite X Royskopp Monument

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Sonic Vibes Drops Massive Two Hour February Mixtape

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Off the back of a crazy summer including a slot on the Beyond The Valley main stage alongside Kaytranada, Danny Brown, Allday and Ivan Ooze, Melbourne R&B/Hip Hop DJ Sonic Vibes has put together a huge 2 hour February mixtape. Full of crowd pleasers, with an ear for the latest in global R&B, the R.E.A.L Music member’s latest mix was given a preview during the crew’s recent Laundry Bar residency. A prominent name of the Melbourne Hip Hop Club Scene, Sonic Vibes can be seen regularly around town at venues including Trill and Watermelon Sundays, or weekly spinning tracks at … Continue reading Sonic Vibes Drops Massive Two Hour February Mixtape

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Sekure D Talks Sneakers In New Podcast

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As sneaker culture here in Australia hits an all-time high, it’s only part of natural evolution that we would start to see some online content produced with a straight up Australian flavor. Many would be familiar with the custom sneaker culture here in Australia, and in-turn would know that there’s no one else quite like Sekure D.  Sekure D is a custom sneaker artist who has produced an ever-growing list of custom kicks. Sekure has worked on two collaboration sneakers with the skate footwear brand Globe and has been featured in a variety of magazines, websites, newspapers and books including Sneaker … Continue reading Sekure D Talks Sneakers In New Podcast

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Fun Not Fame Mixtape Vol. 3

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Mixed By DJ Backlash Fun Not Fame III mixtape, is an unregulated assault of hip-hop knocking out ear canals like a Tyson left hook, cocked and loaded by the Velvet Couch commission. This is the third wave of yet another arsenal of dope weaponry made locally, mixed by DJ Backlash and mastered and produced at Clockwork Studios by Sneaky-T and Pleura (Fundamental Elements) who cut and prepared a sharpened cache of only the realest of independent hip-hop. MCs involved in the operation represent a strong contingent of Australia’s independent and unmerciful collective withinternational allies in Sean Strange (U.S.) and with … Continue reading Fun Not Fame Mixtape Vol. 3

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Converse Cons Debuts Third Kenny Anderson Ka3 Signature Sneaker

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The new Converse CONS KA3 sneaker delivers the perfect balance of skate performance and style. Converse recently announced the launch of the new Converse CONS KA3, the third signature sneaker with long-time Converse Skate Ambassador Kenny Anderson. The Converse CONS KA3 was designed to not only meet the performance demands of skateboarders, but also for the lifestyle consumer looking for an essential sneaker to wear on their daily journey. “I’m super excited with my new CONS KA3,” said Converse CONS skate ambassador Kenny Anderson. “The silhouette came out looking great and they feel amazing on the board. It’s nice that … Continue reading Converse Cons Debuts Third Kenny Anderson Ka3 Signature Sneaker

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It’s All Black & White For Briggs

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Let It Be Known… Golden Era Records Emcee and Shepparton local, Briggs has just posted a picture of a blank 7” vinyl on his social accounts, with the words “Test Press For What?”. What could it mean, what gem will be pressed onto this little blank slate? Well the crew over on the closed Facebook group …Oz Hip Hop Vinyl Heads… put their… heads together to see what they could come up with. Here are some of the guesses we thought were worth a laugh. Atreyu Edgar Hold on. That’s Briggsy’s hand. Which makes it a 12″ Tobi Wrigley 0 … Continue reading It’s All Black & White For Briggs

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Charlie CharlieTape Mixtape

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Recently formed group ‘Charlie’ have officially launched themselves into the fray with this monster, 20 track free release. CharlieTape is the no-nonsense, no-frills statement that Charlie have arrived. Trumps and Dunks display seamless chemistry across the entire record, which does more than raise an eyebrow in anticipation of their debut album. Track such as Too High, Demons (You Can’t Tell), and Fall In all land on the mark. We look forward to hearing more from these guys in the future.  Official  ||  Facebook  ||  Twitter  ||  Download Continue reading Charlie CharlieTape Mixtape

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Dyl Thomas & Flu – Red Wine Bars Shine

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Here is a brand new track by Melbourne heads, Dyl Thomas and Flu. The track Red Wine Bars Shine is taken from the upcoming Idol Hands 12” EP. The Idol Hands 12” vinyl will be available on World Record Store Day, which happens on every year around April 18. The new track Red Wine Bars Shine is produced by Flu, mixed by Phil Gektor with the clip shot and edited by Mata & Must. You can check out the brand new clip and track below. Pang Productions Continue reading Dyl Thomas & Flu – Red Wine Bars Shine

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Ta-Ku & Jaden Smith Unleash Beast Mode

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Australian beat maestro, Ta-Ku has teamed up with one of the Smiths for a brand new track titled “Beast Mode”. Not it’s not the Fresh Prince himself, it’s his son the Karate Kid Jaden. At the young age of 16, Jaden Smith has already begun making waves in both the acting and music worlds. Now a new track see’s him teaming up with Western Australian producer Ta-Ku. Ta-Ku has crafted and blended a number of separate beats into one huge track, which compliments Jaden’s style perfectly. The track which is titled Beast Mode, was written by Jaden when he was 15. It’s a … Continue reading Ta-Ku & Jaden Smith Unleash Beast Mode

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Spit & Mac The Hourglass LP

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Spit & Mac are two emcees out of Geelong who have just released their debut album titled The Hourglass. Production on the album includes beats by Spit, BWiv, Engineer and Cam Bluff with an appearance from fellow Geelong locals Fatty Phew & Imogen Brough. The title track from the album, The Hourglass has just been released as the first single and also as a video clip, which you can check out above. Other leaks from the album include The Devil Inside (feat. Zoe Starr) and Gravity.  Be sure to cop the brand new album it’s out now! Facebook  ||  Purchase Continue reading Spit & Mac The Hourglass LP

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Is The Simpsons Actually Set in Australia?

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Hold everything. The Simpsons may not set in the United States as we have all been led to believe — and Simpsons fan, astronomer, and Slate’s Bad Astronomy blogger, Phil Plait has a pretty ingenious reason why. It all has to do with how the show’s creators draw the Moon. In the episode The Musk Who Fell to Earth, which aired on Jan. 25, SpaceX boss Elon Musk befriends Homer when he arrives in Springfield. In one scene Musk gazes up at the night sky where a crescent Moon is shining above. But Plait noticed something peculiar about the Moon – … Continue reading Is The Simpsons Actually Set in Australia?

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SongHubs connects Australian talent with international opportunities in LA

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Connecting Australian songwriters and producers with international opportunities in L.A SongHubs the APRA AMCOS initiative partnering Australian songwriters with international music creators will soon arrive in Los Angeles to coincide with Grammy Week. It continues to create unique collaboration opportunities between Australian and international songwriters and producers. Supported by the Federal Government, SongHubs launched in 2013 and showcases the Australian music talent on an international level. To date SongHubs have been held in Australia, the United States, England, India and Sweden, delivering over 200 new musical works. From these workshops there is at least ten commercial recorded releases and live … Continue reading SongHubs connects Australian talent with international opportunities in LA

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360 The Retopia Tour April/May 2015

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Acclaimed Australian rapper 360 is thrilled to announce new touring dates for the rebranded national Retopia Tour this April and May. Hitting some of the best regional towns in Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria and Western Australia across 6 huge weeks, the re-scheduled dates will see 360’s tour expand from 16 to a whopping 24 dates, including very special intimate shows in capital cities along the way. 360 is excited to confirm that all local tour supports previously booked for regional dates are back for the ride. Rising Perth star COIN BANKS and Melbourne’s LEVA are main supports for the … Continue reading 360 The Retopia Tour April/May 2015

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GTM News: A$AP Ferg releases Doe-Active Official Video

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Produced nationally by Cattleyard Promotions and with Sunset Events in Oakbank and Bunbury. Presented nationally by triple j and Channel [V]. Bendigo is the first of Groovin the Moo’s six show national tour to sell out in 2015! “Thanks Bendigo! We love being in your part of Australia and we’re really looking forward to this year’s line up playing to another sold out audience. 2015 will make it our sixth year in a row and we really appreciate the on-going support for Groovin the Moo. Apologies to anyone who has missed out on tickets over the past couple of days, … Continue reading GTM News: A$AP Ferg releases Doe-Active Official Video