Briggs is gearing up to drop his new album Sheplife next year. For those who can’t wait for the record, he’s compiled a mega mixtape featuring a number of collaborations he’s done with friends throughout the years along with some exclusive … Continue reading Briggs & Friends Vol. 1 – Culture Kings Melbourne In-Store
Suburban Dark are Sydney boys Chris Irvine and Ryan Wilmott. Meeting at university the duo came together in the late 00’s, with the intention of making grimy bass music. Hugely influenced by dark hip hop, grinding drum n bass, electronica … Continue reading Suburban Dark – Mind Reader feat. Jeswon
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)
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
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)
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
We are so excited to welcome back the one and only Primus, whose appearance at the 3rd ever BDO still makes highlight lists of the festival’s best ever performances. Armed with what can only be described as a unique breed … Continue reading Big Day Out 2014 Adds New Artists
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
Indent is delighted to announce the support acts for the 2013 Indent regional tour, headlined by hip hop group Spit Syndicate. Keeping with the spirit of past Indent tours, the 2013 support band program is designed to provide young bands … Continue reading Indent announces local supports for Indent Tour with Spit Syndicate
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
It’s no secret that something in the Blue Mountains water has meant that over the last ten years, its musical alumni has produced more influential hip hop / electronic artists than any other region outside of Australian capital cities. The devastating fires that swept through the Blue Mnts area have brought together some of its most celebrated artists for a massive ONE OFF SHOW to raise money for their friends, family and the Blue Mnts community at large. Featuring Hermitude, Urthboy, Thundamentals, Dialectrix, Tuka, JONES Jnr, Joe New + locals Tenth Dan & Grub and A Blank Canvas – with … Continue reading Blue Mnts Artists Announce Bushfire Benefit Show
In Episode 6 of aahh Radio we are joined by Kerser, who has just released his 3rd studio album S.C.O.T, in as many years. Produced entirely by Nebs, S.C.O.T (Sickest Cunt Out There) has been out for a moment now debuting at #1 on the ARIA Urban Charts and a top 5 position on ARIA album charts. Kerser talks about his new album, his recent chart topping DVD release. His battle with 360, why the re-match hasn’t happened. Plus an exclusive announcement of his plan’s for the next 10 years. We also touch on the subject of the ABK 225 label. Check it out now. Official || Facebook || Twitter || … Continue reading aahh Radio – Episode 6: Kerser (S.C.O.T)
In Episode 5 of aahh Radio we are joined by ONETWO artist Illy, who has just released his 4th studio album Cinematic. Illy speaks about working with executive producer M-Phazes on Cinematic, Thomas Jules of Rudimental, Drapht, the almighty Hilltop Hoods, Kira Puru, and planning triple j’s Like A Version performance from last week, plus a whole heap more. Official || Facebook || Twitter || Purchase Continue reading aahh Radio – Episode 5: Illy – Cinematic
Fresh from touring across Australia with Horrorshow, New Zealand’s Home Brewwill perform their own headline show in Sydney, at The Basement. Despite what people might tell you about Home Brew being burdens on society, or advocates for drug dependency, you’ve got to respect the integrity of … Continue reading Win A Double Pass To Catch Home Brew @ The Basement – Sydney Nov 9
To celebrate the launch of the Brooklyn Nets range to Foot Locker yesterday, adidas and Foot Locker have joined forces to bring bring New York turntablist, DJ Neil Armstrong to Australia. Playing two exclusive adidas x Foot Locker parties in November, … Continue reading adidas and Foot Locker bring Brooklyn to Australia with an exclusive party
It’s Spring time and N’fa Jones is back with a vengeance! It’s only been a minute since his Babylondon release, with that crazy stop motion video for March On, and now the guy from Oz’s ol-school beloved multi genre band, 1200 Techniques, is finally delivering a full LP of new collaborative music. Having appeared on Drapht’s singles Bali Party and 1990’s the duo have worked together to deliver the forthcoming album entitled Black + White Noise to be released through Drapht’s label The Ayems in early 2014. Black + White Noise is a diverse and dynamic scope of music, journeying through the dark … Continue reading N’fa Jones – Life’s A Game Official Video + Remix
Universal Music Publishing Group – Australia (UMPG) has signed ARIA Award winning Melbourne-based songwriter and producer M-Phazes to an exclusive, world-wide publishing agreement. “M-Phazes is a songwriter and producer of the highest order – a creative visionary with serious technical ability. I am excited and proud that Mark has chosen to sign with UMPG on a global basis. M-Phazes‘ already impressive list of credits will no doubt continue to grow with UMPG on the team,” said Heath Johns, Director of A&R, UMPG. Born on the Gold Coast and now based in Melbourne, M-Phazes has worked with a diverse range of … Continue reading UMPG sign M-Phazes to worldwide publishing deal
In episode 3 of aahh Radio we chat to Mr Grevis, who has just released his sophomore LP titled My Escape, featuring production from Dazastah, Cam Bluff and Rob Shaker. The album features the Funkoars crew, Joyride, Drapht and a heap more. In Episode 4, we discuss the brand new album My Escape. Mr Grevis’ induction into the legendary SBX Crew, The Robert Hunter Cup, Mr Grevis’ new positive outlook on life, his work with the Funkoars and a whole heap more. Expect a whole heap of dope guests and features in the upcoming episodes of aahh Radio. If you would like to feature in … Continue reading aahh Radio – Episode 4 – Mr Grevis
Ta-ku’s Songs To Break Up To, is available now from the indie label Huh What & Where (aka HW&W). The album has been the top-selling album on Bandcamp even prior to its official release, and charted at number 40 on the Australian Albums Chart. Ta-ku hails from Perth, Australia, where he combined a self-taught ethos with a significant study of soul music and hip hop, focusing on percussion. He studied at the Red Bull Music Academy in Barcelona under guys such as DJ Toomp, and steadily released beats, singles, and albums as he progressed from beginner to elite status. You … Continue reading Ta-ku – Songs To Break Up To
A place to get lost; lost in the music, lost in your surroundings. Dance like no one can hear you and expect the unexpected. Red Bull No Noise Nightclub is back in 2014 – grab your headphones and join the party with special guests from the Big Day Out lineup. Can’t wait for BDO 2014 to experience the Red Bull No Noise Nightclub again? Then check out the 2013 Red Bull No Noise Nightclub wrap up video here on redbull.com.au. Want to DJ on the National BDO 2014 tour? the guys have teamed up with their our pals at FasterLouder … Continue reading Big Day Out Announce The Return Of The Red Bull No Noise Nightclub
Cinematic is an apt title for an Illy album. The evolution of Illy as an artist certainly lends itself to the idea of film. It’s the tale of a smart and idealistic hip-hop storyteller who put everything on the line … Continue reading Illy – Cinematic: The Collaborators (Pt. 2)
In around 2008, Jonathan Wayne entered the Los Angeles music scene by way of the scene-defining club Low End Theory. He came up alongside a new generation of hip hop beatmakers: Flying Lotus, Gaslamp Killer, Nosaj Thing, Kutmah, and Daedelus. … Continue reading Jonwayne – Rap Album One + Australian Tour Dates
23’s unique style comes from the soul of a perfectionist. His honest lyrics are delivered in a consistently technical fashion over current and relevant instrumentation. 23 endeavours to create music of an international standard for hip hop listeners of today. After a long haul and much anticipation, we are excited to announce that the 23 Smoke & Mirrors EP is now available for free download. The EP was produced entirely by C1 (Chiefs) and has features from Tigerilla, Shadow Kitsuné, Lucas Miller and Esther Stephens (NZ). After spending a lot of time working on this little number with C1, 23 is thrilled … Continue reading 23 – Smoke & Mirrors EP
This December the notoriously independent Hopsin will be heading to Australia, promoting the release of his highly anticipated new album – Knock Madness. His roots lay in an $8 microphone from Walmart, and after a long and argues process, have … Continue reading Hopsin – Knock Madness Australian Tour
Just as Spit Syndicate tie off on their Money Over Bull$hit Tour and also celebrating the success of their latest single, Amazing – the boys, and their good buddy / partner-on-decks Joyride, have another sweet release for fans of the Double S: a ‘Deluxe Version‘ of third album Sunday Gentlemen, featuring an additional three tracks. One Night Only, a product of the aforementioned collaboration with beat-wizard Adit and producer Raph, had been rolling around the studio throughout the making of Sunday Gentlemen, finally coming together with Joyride on the hook. The deluxe version also features NZ artist David Dallas, on the Sip It … Continue reading Spit Syndicate – Sip It Slow feat. David Dallas (Remix)
Meet the poetically cruel, the fiercely independent the one and only KNOE. This young artist resides in the suburbs of Perth, where he strategically works towards becoming one of the most prolific underground rappers of today. Along with his own work … Continue reading KNOE – Lemonade EP
After making waves with Pave the Way feat. Arrnott Olssen and Wild Child feat. Cactus, The Havknotz release the video for the third chapter in the saga, Listen Up. The track has already proven it has teeth, after reigning at #1 on the triple j Unearthed hip hop charts for 2 weeks. The track is an upbeat, cheeky and unfailingly clever take on hip-hop party tracks. With MC Losty flipping classic lines, dope cuts from DJ Kilmer and slamming 90s throwback beat from Waza, this track slays the house every time the boys drop it in their live shows. The … Continue reading The Havknotz – Listen Up Official Video
Slippery’s latest E.P titled Planned Slipp was recorded and produced in Hollywood, Los Angeles by Fleetwood Mackey, and features artists such as Andre Legacy, Kid Mac, Peezo, Hoodsta Boy and Sean Fluent. Slippery hails from the suburbs of Sydney, a diverse rapper fresh to the Hip Hop scene. Slippery delivers a combination of clever, witty and skilful word play with a rhyming style of his own. With a creative imagination and smooth flow, Slippery twists raw lyrics with catchy hooks about chasing tail, burning green and hanging down the beach sliding a few waves. Official || Facebook || Twitter || Bandcamp Continue reading Slippery – Planned Slipp
The team at Call Of Duty: Ghosts area super excited to be included in Eminem’s new video for the single Survival, which embodies the same adrenaline rush and intensity of Call of Duty: Ghosts. We look forward to the launch of both Call of Duty: Ghosts and the Marshall Mathers LP 2 on November 5th. Squads introduces a whole new level of competition to Call of Duty: Ghosts. Combining the unrivaled Multiplayer experience with cutting edge AI, Squads lets you play a variety of new game modes with your customized squad-mates. Play solo against another player and their squad, or … Continue reading Eminem x Call Of Duty – Survival
M-Phazes is proud to announce he has co-produced “Bad Guy” with Grammy winning producer S1, and it’s the intro of Eminem’s new MMLP2 album! You can pre-order Eminem’s MMLP2 here. “Being a long time fan of Eminem, it’s a real honor to co-produce the opening track of his next album, and it’s incredible to know that both Rick Rubin and Dr. Dre have given my work their seal of approval!” – M-Phazes With over 300+ released songs to his name, M-Phazes’ latest album The Works is comprised of 12 stand out songs from artists such as Talib Kweli, Pharoahe Monch ft. … Continue reading M-Phazes co-produces intro on Eminem’s MMLP2 album
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