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Future Music Festival announce exciting new frontier

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With only weeks until the highly anticipated announcement of the 2014 line up, Future Music Festival (FMF) is very proud to announce a strategic alliance with The Mushroom Group, Australia’s largest independent music and entertainment group, and its subsidiary Frontier Touring, Australasia’s #1 concert promoter*. The alliance combines decades of experience, widespread resources and immeasurable expertise across all facets of the music industry. The collective diversity, reach and long-standing relationships now shared, both locally and internationally, will ensure FMF will continue to lead the way in all aspects of festival culture. From September 1, FMF will team up with the … Continue reading Future Music Festival announce exciting new frontier

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Neon Golden – Hong Kong

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Curated by Australian based creative group The Hours, ‘Neon Golden’ is an exhibition of new works on paper by a collective of world class contemporary, street and graffiti artists who all share a rich history of friendship and collaboration. This group exhibition, presented by and located at Above Second Gallery in Hong Kong’s Central and Western District, is a celebration of new art movements in the Asia Pacific Region, and a showcase of these 14 artists’ diverse range of unique styles, subjects and techniques. As well as the exhibition, this prolific group of artists will all be travelling from their … Continue reading Neon Golden – Hong Kong

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AIR: Carlton Dry Independent Music Awards

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The Australian Independent Record Labels Association is very excited to announce that this year’s Awards will see Carlton Dry join forces with AIR to partner in presenting the 2013 event. “CUB have shown remarkable enthusiasm when it comes to working with Independent Music in Australia. To be working with a partner who shows this level of passion and commitment to AIR’s Independent Music Awards and Charts as well as the wider independent sector is something we’re really excited about!” – Nick O’Byrne, AIR General Manager “We are absolutely thrilled to come on board as the Naming Sponsor of the AIR … Continue reading AIR: Carlton Dry Independent Music Awards

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Omar Musa – Parang Audiobook

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Omar Musa, the former winner of the Australian Poetry Slam and the Indian Ocean Poetry Slam has released three hip hop albums, two poetry books (including Parang) and has also appeared on ABC’s Q&A and at the reccent TEDx Sydney. He is currently working on a play, Bonegatherer, to be staged in 2014 and his debut novel Here Come The Dogs which will be published by Penguin Australia in 2014. Omar Musa has just released an audiobook version of his critically acclaimed poetry book Parang.  Omar Musa – Parang, the audiobook version is available now as a name your price download, get around … Continue reading Omar Musa – Parang Audiobook

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Trials – The Bum Kit 2.0

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Direct from the dusty banks of Mr. Trials collection of sonic horrors comes the first official custom drum kit for your own disgusting pleasure. With fuck-off kick drums to put the boom in your bap and snares that snap harder than legs from a 50 story fall – it’s all here. 20 kicks, 20 snares, 20 hats & 20 crashes Direct from Trials studio session files Processed through state of the art hardware & software to make them track ready Drag & drop directly into your DAW and/or samplers Suitable for use with Logic Audio, Pro Tools, MPCS, Maschine 24 … Continue reading Trials – The Bum Kit 2.0

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Australian directs new Just Blaze & Baauer ‘Higher’ short film

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Higher is the debut collaborative single by heavily respected Hip Hop/R&B producer Just Blaze (Jay Z, Kanye West, Eminem, Usher) and rising DJ/producer/wonderkid Baauer (of #1 Global Dance Smash Harlem Shake fame), with vocals supplied by none other than Jay Z. The clip (short film) is a must see – directed by Australian born, US based Nabil, it’s incredible and well worth the 6 minute investment. Continue reading Australian directs new Just Blaze & Baauer ‘Higher’ short film

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Mantra – Break Tradition Official Video + Trilogy Box-Sets

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Ten To Two Records are very pleased to announce the release of Telling Scenes, the third instalment of Mantra’s Power of the Spoken Trilogy. Sporting the radio favourite Loudmouth and emotionally heavy Break Tradition, Telling Scenes is Mantra’s magnum opus, the feather in his cap. To celebrate the Melbourne rapper’s milestone, we are happy to release some exclusive and very limited items fit for any hip hop fan. Ten To Two and Mantra have carefully selected a bunch of pre-sale items to celebrate the release of the new record. There are the Power of the Spoken Trilogy Box-sets which include the entire Mantra … Continue reading Mantra – Break Tradition Official Video + Trilogy Box-Sets

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Pez – One Life feat. Tys

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Pez has lots of exciting news, with a new album about to drop early November. Fans got a preview of what is to come when triple j debuted the first single One Life. It has since been getting considerable attention on radio and the video won Channel V’s Ripe Clip of the week and features cameo’s from 360 and the legendary Paul Kelly plus a bunch of fans who submitted their own videos of them putting their ones up. We are also excited to announce that Pez is a part of Big Day Out 2014, Playing with the likes of … Continue reading Pez – One Life feat. Tys

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Must Volkoff – Bangin’ Their Heads feat. Jake Biz, Lazy Grey & DJ Dcide

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For the best part of ten years Melbourne’s acclaimed hip hop producer Must Volkoff has been etching out his signature sound. One half of the duo Mata & Must and co-founder of label Pang Productions, there aren’t many who can boast a catalogue such as his. Must Volkoff’s more recent credits include Trem’s Russian Roulette feat. Brad Strut & Kings Konekted, the lion’s share of Fluent Form’s critically acclaimed Flu Season, and several gems on the forthcoming Mantra album including the title track Telling Scenes. Having lent his skills to a plethora of premiere artists at home and abroad, he … Continue reading Must Volkoff – Bangin’ Their Heads feat. Jake Biz, Lazy Grey & DJ Dcide

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Dylan Joel’s got a brand new free release and we think ‘that’s good’

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In 2013 Dylan Joel continues to work his way up the ranks of the local hip hop fraternity. Last year Dylan’s EP Kid Illin‘ featured the breakthrough single Leveled which received a high rotation on triple j and later proved to be the catalyst for his massive win with triple j’s “Pyramid Rock” unearthed competition. Now in 2013 Dylan is proud to release his brand new free album That’s Good which is undoubtedly his best work to date showcasing Dylan’s progression as a burgeoning Australian MC. Featuring an exceptional array of guest performances from fellow up ‘n comers Remi, Elemont & Jess … Continue reading Dylan Joel’s got a brand new free release and we think ‘that’s good’

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360 – A Stellar Lollapalooza Performance

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After an outstanding performance at Lollapalooza in Chicago, 360 won over American audiences and then stayed on in the US to work on the much anticipated album to follow up Falling and Flying. 360 has been giving his fans sneak peaks of whats to come on his Facebook and Instagram of sessions with producers Lifted, Trevor Lawrence, Jason Mater and many more big names. 360 recently tweeted that he will be working with the singing half of The Presets, Julian Hamilton. Sixty’s manager, Rae Harvey of Crucial Music had this to say about the upcoming album “Matt is working with a whole bunch of … Continue reading 360 – A Stellar Lollapalooza Performance

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Jones Jnr. – The Soultape 2

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Sydney duo, Jones Jnr. has announced the release of their second mixtape The Soultape 2 on Friday 23 August. As with their debut Soultape, the new collection will be available from their website to download free. Jones Jnr. is Evan Jones and Morgan Jones (no relation) and together they traverse a unique blend of old-school soul, mixed with contemporary beats. The pair has earned their musical stripes in some of Sydney’s most exciting bands including the Thundamentals (DJ Morgs) and Rumpunch (Ev Jones). In fact, Jones Jnr. was formed after Thundamentals popular take on Matt Corby’s Brother recorded for triple j’s … Continue reading Jones Jnr. – The Soultape 2

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Thundamentals – Smiles Don’t Lie Tour

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Blues Mountains via Newtown hip hop trio Thundamentals continue to flip the concepts of what hip hop is supposed to be with new single Smiles Don’t Lie from their upcoming, as-yet-untitled, third album, proudly announcing their first and only headline tour for 2013 – taking in Sprung Festival and FBi’s 10th Birthday celebrations – to bring the new music to fans. Already added to rotation on triple j, debuting at #5 on the iTunes Hip Hop Charts, and an unashamed love letter, Smiles Don’t Lie would not have been an obvious single choice for the boys – MCs Tuka and Jeswon and … Continue reading Thundamentals – Smiles Don’t Lie Tour

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Ngaiire – Lamentations Tour

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In the first three weeks of release (and in some cases, before) Ngaiire’s Lamentations has been announced as feature album on Sydney’s Eastside Radio and 2SER FM, South Australia’s Radio Adelaide, Melbourne’s 3RRR, PBS and SYN, DIG Australia, 2 BOB Radio and Radio Goolgarri, as well as landing feature album prominence on AIR, and garnering on-air support from triple j.  Now, the Sydney via Papua New Guinea artist announces the album tour proper, expanding on her previous two single tours; riding a wave of support for her brilliant debut album. The highly anticipated July 12 release of Ngaiire’s debut album … Continue reading Ngaiire – Lamentations Tour

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April77 Creative – The Australian Weekend A Plus Feature Article

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Last week April77 Creative was featured in The Australian’s Weekend A Plus section. The feature focuses on their work in the local Hip Hop scene and includes interviews with Obese Records and Nick Lupi from Spit Syndicate. For anyone that missed the printed version last week the article has now been published on The Australian’s website – Click here to read it online! Disclaimer From April77 Creative: “I think Public Enemy has made some incredible music in last 15 years, and we are inspired by a lot of great album covers for US artists… not all views expressed in the … Continue reading April77 Creative – The Australian Weekend A Plus Feature Article

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Mantra – ‘Telling Scenes’ Track By Track

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Following on from radio anthem Loudmouth, Melbourne rapper Mantra has dropped the emotionally heavy Break Tradition – the second single from his forthcoming album, Telling Scenes. Due for release in September, Telling Scenes is an album in the most creative sense: not just a collection of songs, but an experience that takes its listener on a journey. As one part of this journey, Break Tradition represents a side of Mantra very close to his heart. Using dexterous rhymes to unfold stark and literal narratives, Mantra delves into the cycle of violence that sees the endless chain of one person passing their abuse on … Continue reading Mantra – ‘Telling Scenes’ Track By Track

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Rap City 2013

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Since inception in 2010, Rap City has brought a mix of the hottest Hip Hop talent to one stage, in a unique format, multi-billed event that is much more than the average Hip Hop show. Bringing some of Hip Hop’s best to Australia in previous years, high-profile artists such as GhostfaceKillah, DOOM, The Beatnuts, DJ Premier, Chino XL, Masta Ace & Edo.G w/ Marco Polo have been showcased to sold out venues across the country. This year we welcome back to Australia, legendary Brooklyn emcee, Talib Kweli, and introduce lyrical shaman signed to Stones Throw Records, Homeboy Sandman & New Orleans … Continue reading Rap City 2013

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Red Bull Curates x HOME Nightclub

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In the true spirit of ‘giving wings’ to people and ideas, Red Bull have teamed up with Ironlak and four of the best street artists in Australia, to give Sydney’s HOME nightclub a makeover. As of this past Sunday night, Lister, Shida, Vans the Omega and Sofles have been locked into the club. For five nights they will turn HOME into their temporary home, eating, sleeping, relaxing, living and painting the internal walls of the nightclub. HOME opened in November, 1998 in Darling Harbour, as Sydney’s first custom built ‘super club’. Almost 15 years on, the venue has seen better … Continue reading Red Bull Curates x HOME Nightclub

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Allday – Soon I’ll Be In Cali 2

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Allday’s latest mixtape Soon I’ll Be In Cali 2 dropped recently to massive online buzz, with tens of thousands of downloads and streams so far. The latest in a string of highlights for the prolific artist and performer, it features 16 tracks that are peaking Allday’s legion of fans. Having forgone a pro basketball career to pursue music, 2013 has been epic. Allday’s first real single So Good scored #91 in the triple j Hottest 100, and an amazing crowd flocked to his sets at festivals including Big Day Out, Pushover, St Kilda Festival, Groovin’ The Moo Bunbury, and Come Together. Meanwhile … Continue reading Allday – Soon I’ll Be In Cali 2

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Rdio presents Sampology’s New AV ‘Stimulation’ Tour

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Globally recognised as one of the best Audio Visual DJs of our time, Brisbane native Sampology returns with an Rdio presented Australasia tour in support of Dancehall Queen, his forthcoming single with DJ Butcher, featuring Grammy Award winning vocalist Beenie Man. To kick off the series of gigs, Sampology and Air Asia are flying two lucky people to Bali to catch the AV prodigy play alongside John Legend. The #Stimulation2013 Instagram competition begins August 7 and ends August 13. In addition to the grand prize, there are 7 daily prizes consisting of a double pass to Sampology’s Stimulation show. For competition … Continue reading Rdio presents Sampology’s New AV ‘Stimulation’ Tour

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Mind Over Matter – Somebody’s Love

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Shock Records are thrilled to announce the signing of Sydney hip hop duo Mind Over Matter to their imprint label Permanent Records. Mind Over Matter are: Willow AKA Rowan Lockyer and Smiles AKA Martin Brown. After meeting as year 7 classmates in the school yard at St Pius X College, the duo began practicing their freestyle skills together and have been putting in the hard yards ever since touring with the likes of Bliss N Eso, 360, Pez and Drapht and releasing two LPs. Renowned for their narrative wit, smooth moves and dynamic live shows, Willow and Smiles have recently … Continue reading Mind Over Matter – Somebody’s Love

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Ben Iota – Born ‘Free’

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Ben Iota (formerly known as Bornski of Adroit Effusive/Common Cause) and Matchless Gift (Butterthief) proudly presents Born ‘Free’. Lyrically inspired by Ben Iota’s recent studies, travels and experiences living in a developing country, alongside the manifest production of Matchless Gift, this release explores the theme of freedom, or lack there of. Ben Iota has recently released the video for More Than Just Words featuring Visionz, Motion, Mesha and Social Change. The video is filmed and edited by Maintain from Labrat productions. The production by Matchless Gift is his finest work to date, demonstrating his grasp on both Western and Eastern musical forms, … Continue reading Ben Iota – Born ‘Free’

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Word Adelaide & Pulling Strings Presents Freestyle MC Competition The Language of War

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An epic contest is looming as MCs from around Australia vie to take out Word Adelaide’s Freestyle MC Competition this August. The event boasts more than $12,000 in cash and prizes, making it the largest open competition of its type in the southern hemisphere. MCs will compete in acapella, beatbox and instrumental sections across flyweight, middleweight and heavyweight divisions. Heats in Adelaide’s central, northern and southern suburbs will be held for flyweight division entrants, with successful competitors to progress to the competition final. More than $500 in cash and prizes is up for grabs among flyweight division MCs, who must … Continue reading Word Adelaide & Pulling Strings Presents Freestyle MC Competition The Language of War

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Peeps – Waiting To Die

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South Australian MC Peeps has just released his latest in Waiting To Die. This album was written, performed, recorded, mixed & mastered in the space of three weeks due to a big change in Peeps‘ life. It’s a very personal and in-depth look into his personal life with production from his good friend Vampts. Waiting To Die features Vents, Tornts, Flowz and of course fellow Gravity Pond members Remz and Vampts. The official video clip for the track 168 Hours, which is lifted from Waiting To Die was released last month. The clip is shot & edited by Ryan Atyeo, you can check that out … Continue reading Peeps – Waiting To Die

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Gzutek – Get The Flame

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Get The Flame is the debut EP release from the Polish/English Sunbury bred rapper Gzutek’s. Get The Flame is the result of over ten years’ work in the game. Out now under Midnight Green Records. Get the Flame features production from Gzutek, RahjConkas and Methodz and includes guest appearances from Leva, D’Gen, Madeleine Wood, Epps, Defron and Big T. Speaking as fluently with the boards as he does with the pen, Gzutek’s Get the Flame is a discourse between man and machine where the producer and rapper has created an original grunge boom-bap narrative, echoing a dystopic world of schizophrenic chaos. Playing … Continue reading Gzutek – Get The Flame

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Sinks – Backlash

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2013 marks the debut long player from Melbourne emcee and producer Sinks with this crunching release titled Backlash. Guests on the album include Fatty Phew, Phil Gektor, Sparts, Dazed, Force, Mol One, Olsen, Pompei and Zee.  Production comes from Sinks as well as Ramzee, WIK, Dazed, Phil Gektor, Calski and Batsauce. A brand new clip has dropped coinciding with the release for the track Starts In The Mind. The video was filmed & edited By Jack Shelton courtesy of Finish With The Spinach Productions. You can check that out below. Live 2 Work was the first single to be released from Backlash and … Continue reading Sinks – Backlash

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Fitzy – Long Time Coming Mixtape

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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 and in 2013 released his first mixtape Long Time Coming of which two tracks were … Continue reading Fitzy – Long Time Coming Mixtape

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APHSUB – Never Be A Soldier

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Never Be A Soldier is the first single off of South Australian outfit, APHSUB’s sophomore LP The Scoville Unit due for release August 16th. Being a soldier doesn’t necessarily mean you fight wars. It could mean that you’re regimented and disciplined. It could mean that you are controlled and informed on a need to know basis. It could mean that you work for the man for the rest of your life without giving any thought to a different way of living. You have a choice in how you live your life, live it to the fullest! APHSUB – Never Be A … Continue reading APHSUB – Never Be A Soldier

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Thavy Ear – For Your Ears Only EP

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Aussie songstress Thavy Ear has been flexing her vocal muscles for a while now, working with some of the countries most respected names, but the time has come for her to step forward with her own creation, a six track EP titled ‘For Your Ears Only’, released through Hydrofunk Records/MGM on 24th June. Born to Cambodian parents, Thavy’s love of music began at a young age. Writing her first song at age 13 her formative years were anything but easy, however with music in her life, she somehow felt that things would always work out. Feeling strongly about music as … Continue reading Thavy Ear – For Your Ears Only EP