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Ta-Ku – REϟTWERK VOL​.​II

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Fresh off the back of his latest release DoWhatYouLove, available through Jakarta Records, Perth based beat-smith and founder of Sunday Records, Ta-ku drops the second in the series of originals, re-works, and remixes titled REϟTWERK VOL​.​II. The Red Bull Music Academy alumni quickly captured the world’s attention and with the amount of releases he has clocked up for labels like Brownswood, HW&W, Soulection and Project Mooncircle as well as collaborations with Chet Faker and remixes for Justin Timberlake, Flume, The Presets, Hermitude and Snakadaktal, Ta-ku looks set to continue with a crackling schedule set for 2013 already locked in. REϟTWERK … Continue reading Ta-Ku – REϟTWERK VOL​.​II

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Kerser – No Rest For The Sickest 2013 National Tour DVD

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Produced by Full Clip, Australia’s leading hip hop production company, the Kerser – No Rest For The Sickest 2013 National Tour DVD will give an insight into Kerser’s life, allowing fans to see a more personal side to the emcee. Including bonus features as well as footage from brother Rates and hype man Jaydee, the No Rest for the Sickest National Tour DVD will be available from JB Hi-Fi and independent record stores throughout Australia, with limited signed copies available. Kerser first earned notoriety in his home suburb of Campbelltown as a battle emcee. After a high profile battle with ARIA … Continue reading Kerser – No Rest For The Sickest 2013 National Tour DVD

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Music News: Big Day Out 2014 – Australian Line Up Announcement

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The wait is over, it’s roll out time for Big Day Out 2014. The line up has 3 rare jewels in the 2014 Big Day Out crown playing full concert sets, all major headliners in their own right, all coming together in the spirit of Big Day Out to deliver a unique event. That’s just the beginning; there is also an array of world class acts in store for the 2014 summer season. You can read it below or you can see it unfold in the first ever announcement video. Big Day Out is proud to present Seattle’s Pearl Jam … Continue reading Music News: Big Day Out 2014 – Australian Line Up Announcement

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Fallen Pony Music presents the 2013 Suicide Watch Project

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Fallen Pony Music are a collaboration of hip hop artists and music producers writing to a theme of suicide prevention and awareness. They are spread across Australia. The project creator and herder of cats Heidi, is a crisis line volunteer and lives remotely on a farm 60km from Albury NSW. In 2009 reported deaths by suicide were greater in number than the road toll. Do we hear about this in the media? Do you think that’s right? In 2009 suicide was the leading cause of death for young people aged 15-24 representing 20.5% of all deaths for that age group. … Continue reading Fallen Pony Music presents the 2013 Suicide Watch Project

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Tour News: R.A. The Rugged Man – Legends Never Die Australian Tour

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Few artists are ever as controversial as they are influential. New York legend R.A. The Rugged Man has lived up to this billing by combining the authenticity of his undeniably rugged life with lyrical skills feared by nearly all of his hip hop peers.  The emcee, who has alluded to suffering from mental illness, has openly talked about coming from a broken home. His father was a Vietnam veteran affected by Agent Orange, his brother Maxx was born physically and visually impaired, eventually dying at the age of 10, while his sister Dee Ann couldn’t walk or speak (She later … Continue reading Tour News: R.A. The Rugged Man – Legends Never Die Australian Tour

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Horrorshow – King Amongst Many Tour

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It’s been a four year wait but Horrorshow are back with new album King Amongst Many, set for release August 2nd. The Sydney inner-west duo will also embark on an extensive tour across the country kicking off in mid-September. Their new single Unfair Lottery has already been praised by fans and critics alike. They launched Unfair Lottery to a raucous reception at both their Sydney and Melbourne shows which sold out in under a week. Passionate underage fans clamoured to the venues windows to catch the over 18s show. It was clearly apparent how thrilled people were to see this duo back … Continue reading Horrorshow – King Amongst Many Tour

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Realizm & Everyday split 7″ Vinyl

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South Australian emcees Realizm and Everyday combine to release a super limited split 7″ vinyl, available now. Side A of this cracking vinyl piece contains Realizm’s – Eyes Never Close featuring Golden Era crew member K21, with production from Suffa of the Hilltop Hoods. On the flip, Side AA is Everyday’s – Money Trees featuring Social Change & Tomorrow, with production from the talented ‘Kid Sinatra’, K21. The release is available to purchase now from Realizm’s official homepage here. While you are there check out Realizm’s 12″ EP Nasty Ill Filthy. Get em’ while you can. Purchase  ||  Official  ||  Twitter  || … Continue reading Realizm & Everyday split 7″ Vinyl

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B Wise – The Benchman Vol. 2

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The sophomore mixtape to B Wise’s The Benchman mixtape saga. In Volume 2, Wise continues to give us a front line look at whats involved in the mostly gritty and sometimes glamorous come up of an independent musician. The view from the bench continues for now but entering the game is inevitable on this record. In 2012 B Wise released his debut mixtape The Benchman, which was recorded in both Sydney Australia, and London UK.  You can grab The Benchman Vol. 2 now for free download by following the link here. Track List: 01. Intro 02. The Mission Statement (Prod. Pro … Continue reading B Wise – The Benchman Vol. 2

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Horrorshow – King Amongst Many

Jim Steps

After a four year wait, Horrorshow’s third album King Amongst Many is finished and set for release August 2nd. If their first two albums established Horrorshow as one of our finest young acts, King Amongst Many may be the album that defines them as one of our finest acts. One of local hip hop’s most loved bands is back with one hell of an album. Armed with an immediacy thanks to the production, melodies and flows – from the inter-generational and biographical Down The Line to the starkly honest lost love of Waste Your Time – King Amongst Many is … Continue reading Horrorshow – King Amongst Many

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Red Bull Music Academy Stage @ Splendour In The Grass 2013 Line Up Announcement

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As part of its 15th anniversary celebrations, the Red Bull Music Academy will be setting up camp at North Byron Parklands with its very own stage at the 2013 edition of Splendour In The Grass. The RBMA-curated stages at the Detroit Electronic Music Festival and Barcelona’s Sónar are among the most anticipated at those iconic events each year, and Australia’s premier camping festival will be no exception. The globetrotting series of music workshops and events has uncovered a plethora of talent over its 15 years in existence, a handful of whom will be showcased from midday until 2am on every day … Continue reading Red Bull Music Academy Stage @ Splendour In The Grass 2013 Line Up Announcement

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Mr. Grevis – So Beautiful feat. Joyride & Ness (Prod. Dazastah)

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Most recent Syllabolix inductee Mr. Grevis presents So Beautiful, the first single to come from his upcoming sophomore album. Featuring Sydney’s master crooner Joyride, along with WA based newcomer Ness, the track’s infectiously uplifting hook floats over an electronic pulse.  Produced by Dazastah, So Beautiful is set apart by its disco strings and heavy synth lines. An ode to newfound positivity, Grevis raps on his perception of the world now that he is happy within himself. “I used to live a negative lifestyle, then I made some major changes and finally started pursuing music and working hard. Good things have happened in return. Life … Continue reading Mr. Grevis – So Beautiful feat. Joyride & Ness (Prod. Dazastah)

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Citizen Kay A Year Like No Other, Yes!

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On the back of the YES! single picking up plays on triple j and stations around the country, a great response to his debut the YES! EP, an irresistible film clip for YES!, a successful Groovin’ The Moo performance, support spots for Grey Ghost and Matt & Kim we catch up with new comer Citizen Kay, as he prepares to tour the country. aahh: You’ve recently released your debut EP titled YES! How would you describe the YES! EP and what did you want to achieve with this release? Citizen Kay: I guess to answer both questions in one, it was a way to introduce … Continue reading Citizen Kay A Year Like No Other, Yes!

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2013 Marks 10-Year Anniversary World Final: Red Bull BC One Champions Return to Stage in Seoul, Korea

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Red Bull BC One is the 1-on-1 B-Boy World Championship. After more than 90 Cyphers and six Regional Finals throughout 2013, the final contenders will meet on the stage of the World Final in Seoul, Korea on November, 30th for the most competitive, outrageous battle yet. To celebrate ten amazing years of world-class B-Boying, we’re inviting back all previous eight winners of the Red Bull BC One. Celebrating its 10th anniversary this year, Red Bull BC One are searching for “The One” all over again. This time they’re pulling out all the stops at the World Final in Seoul, South … Continue reading 2013 Marks 10-Year Anniversary World Final: Red Bull BC One Champions Return to Stage in Seoul, Korea

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Fun Not Fame Mixtape Vol. 2

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Brisbane’s Clockwork Records & Velvet Couch Clothing are proud to release the Fun Not Fame Mixtape Vol 2 featuring a massive lineup of local and international artists. The mixtape is released nationally via free download from VC Clothing.  The huge lineup consists of local artists such as Tommy Illfigga, Dwizofoz, Rainman, Kel Timmons & Yuni Huzami, Fundamental Elements, Kryptamistik, Def Man Walking, Dunn D & many more, as well as US underground heavyweight Diabolic. VC Clothing  || Clockwork Records  ||  CR Twitter Continue reading Fun Not Fame Mixtape Vol. 2

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Music News: Hyjak – The Light At The End Of The Tunnel 12.07.13

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Hyjak has returned with his first solo studio album since 2009, feeling the pressure of having to stand on his own two feet as a solo artist he returns more focused and lyrically articulate than ever! The Light at the End of the Tunnel is a roller coaster ride of emotions with lyrics painting pictures to make the listener feel the pain and triumph as Hyjak relives past experiences through his music. From the first few seconds of the intro Hyjak lays his cards on the table and it becomes evident he is dissecting his own faults to make himself a … Continue reading Music News: Hyjak – The Light At The End Of The Tunnel 12.07.13

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Citizen Kay – The Vision Shows

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On the back of the YES! single picking up plays on triple j and stations around the country, a great response to his debut the YES! EP, an irresistible film clip for YES!, a successful Groovin’ The Moo performance, support spots for Grey Ghost and Matt & Kim and a bunch of other mighty shows along the East Coast, Citizen Kay gets back out there again with his unique and compelling live show with drummer James. Fast becoming known as the White Stripes of hip hop, if you haven’t seen Citizen Kay yet, then you are missing out on something … Continue reading Citizen Kay – The Vision Shows

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Cozzabags – 808s and Rock Greats

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The latest mixtape by Cozzabags is a 15 track offering, called 808s and Rock Greats. The mixtape is inspired in part by the Kanye West album, 808s and Heartbreak, with the twist of using samples of well known Rock songs alongside the 808 Drum Machine. Where as the Kanye West album mood was melancholic and harrowing, this takes the opposite approach. Several songs have received acclaim prior to the mixtape release, including This Town being featured on well respected Tone Deaf Mixtape (#61), as well as making it to number 2 on the Triple j Unearthed Hip Hop charts. On … Continue reading Cozzabags – 808s and Rock Greats

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Bliss N Eso smash first week sales with massive #1 AIRIA album debut + 2013’s biggest Australian Album Debut

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Bliss N Eso have reaffirmed their position as one of Australia’s biggest acts with massive first week sales seeing them land their second successive #1 ARIA Album Chart debut. The band fought off serious charges from The Voice winner Harrison Craig and Hillsong Live to claim the #1 spot in a hotly contested week of album sales. First week sales of Bliss N Eso’s Circus In The Sky saw the trio become the highest selling domestic artist debut for 2013  but also secure the second highest selling album debut of all releases in Australia in 2013, coming in only second … Continue reading Bliss N Eso smash first week sales with massive #1 AIRIA album debut + 2013’s biggest Australian Album Debut

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A$AP Rocky – Long Live A$AP (Finatik’N’Zac Remix)

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Production team Finatik’N’Zac, two of the original co-producers of A$AP Rocky’s – Long Live A$AP release their official Remix to Rocky’s chart topping hit! Long Live A$AP. Long Live A$AP is the title track off the #1 debuting CD on the Billboard 200 Album Chart which was released by Polo Grounds/RCA/SONY. Finatik’N’Zac are a production duo hailing from Perth, Western Australia. They currently reside in Miami, FL, and are signed under super producer Jim Jonsin’s Rebel Rock Music. 2013 has been a busy year for the two producers, getting in the studio with artist such as Waka Flocka Flame, A$AP Ferg, Wiz Khalifa, … Continue reading A$AP Rocky – Long Live A$AP (Finatik’N’Zac Remix)

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The Son – All I Know feat. 360

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The mysterious story of this part comic book hero, part tune master continues… So let’s recap. In issue one More Fire burnt down your discotheques & The Son battled the two-headed Evo virus known as Vitriol (played by Jake & Stav of Bluejuice). Fast forward to Issue 2, which features one of our biggest hip hop names, 360 & Triple j Unearthed winners Jackie Onassis, who were at the helms of this remix. You can check out a preview of issue 2 below, which will be dropping on Facebook sometime this week. You can keep track of that here.  Purchase  ||  Facebook … Continue reading The Son – All I Know feat. 360

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New Music: Peezo – Thanks Heaps

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Peezo is one of the cats leading Australia’s new wave of Hip Hop. Growing up in Byron Bay wasn’t always sunshine for Peezo, and he turned to music as an outlet. Gifted with expression, he started to rap. Peezo moved to Melbourne after an extended trip through North America which helped strengthen his hip hop roots and define his direction. He now brings together his unique flow with custom tailored beats that combine his love for the old school with his new school aesthetic. His mixtape Sunset Park gave him the opportunity to travel and share his words with audiences and … Continue reading New Music: Peezo – Thanks Heaps

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Watch: Illy – On & On

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Watch the official video for Illy’s brand new track titled On And On, lifted from him forthcoming album out later this year. On And On is available on iTunes now here. The video is filmed in Perth by local collective Pilerats.  Here is what Illy had to say about the brand new clip that premiered on triple j’s Home & Hosed blog: “When I was thinking about video ideas for this song, i kept coming back to three things – simple, fun, and colourful. On And On isn’t a track with heavy emotional or lyrical wizardry, it’s a simple track … Continue reading Watch: Illy – On & On

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Bitter Belief’s lead single ‘Mr Big Man’ taken from sophomore album The Gallery

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If the name Bitter Belief sounds familiar to you, maybe it’s because you know him from the live circuit as Drapht’s hype-man, or as part of WA’s famous Syllabolix crew alongside the late and great emcee Hunter. Bitter has been an integral part of Perth’s hip hop scene for close to a decade. Having released over ten mix-tapes and one LP already, BB has honed his craft. Lead single Mr Big Man is a sobering look at the obnoxious behaviour typical of young males after drinking a few too many. Produced by long-time friend and collaborator Rob Shaker, the beat is … Continue reading Bitter Belief’s lead single ‘Mr Big Man’ taken from sophomore album The Gallery

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Kimence – One View

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Kimence has been writing for most of her life. As a young person, writing poetry aided her to rationalize and evolve through troubled times. Since then, Kimence’s relationship with the pen has not only become rewarding, but empowering. Testament to Kimence’s knack for networking, One View includes production mastery from some of our country’s best. Including Simplex of Terra Firma, Suffa from Hilltop Hoods, Trials of Funkoars, Admin, Psycho Les of NYC group The Beatnuts. Among the hand-picked vocal contributors are K21, Simplex, Alerts, Psycho Les, Raph A.L., Mnops, Monsta Ganjah, Tana Kingi & Jayde Lowther. Title track, One View sees … Continue reading Kimence – One View

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M-Phazes – The Works

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M-Phazes will be releasing a compilation album featuring some of his all-time favourite collaborative moments from his back catalogue. This sort after collection of production mastery is aptly entitled The Works.  Back in twenty-ten M-Phazes released his ARIA award winning album Good Gracious, which featured an all-star lineup of local Hip Hop artists. With the release of The Works in 2013, M-Phazes will be displaying his international connections, featuring some of Hip Hop’s most elite, and sort after vocalists over his now world famous beats. Boasting pre-released tracks from Talib Kweli, Pharoahe Monch feat. Jill Scott, Slaughterhouse and CL Smooth … Continue reading M-Phazes – The Works

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Horrorshow – ‘Unfair Lottery’ Video

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Horrorshow’s new single Unfair Lottery has swept waves of joy across eager fans, ever hungry for new material from the highly talented Horrorshow duo. The accompanying video premiered on Channel [V]’s WTF program recently. It was crafted by boutique production house Unity Sound & Visual whose credits include videos for the likes of Hilltop Hoods and Funkoars. Horrorshow’s Unfair Lottery launches in Sydney and Melbourne sold out in under a week, before a single poster hit the street, a testament to the bubbling excitement for Horrorshow’s return to the live scene. The Sydney inner-west duo will release their highly anticipated third album … Continue reading Horrorshow – ‘Unfair Lottery’ Video

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Illy – On & On Tour 2013

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To celebrate the release of his brand new single On & On, Illy has announced today a capital city headline tour for September 2013. After spending the better part of 2013 bunkered down in the studio recording, Illy is eager to return to life on the road and preview some tracks from his new album. The yet to be named album, executive produced by M-Phazes (Kimbra, 360, Bliss N Eso) will mark the first release on Illy’s own record label ONETWO and will be available in time for summer 2013. Illy will be joined on the road by an impressive line-up including … Continue reading Illy – On & On Tour 2013

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Ta-Ku – Dowhatyoulove

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Not only in his home country Australia but all around the globe Ta-ku´s mix of smooth boom-bap and future sound is widely appreciated. The former student of Red Bull Music Academy has been dropping numerous records and has received positive feedback from day one. Currently more then 35.000 ppl follow him on facebook, nearly 60.000 on soundcloud. Dowhatyoulove is another great body of work by an amazing producer that satisfies the classic hip hop heads aswell as the futuristic-beat-lovers. An instrumental record of 18 straight bangers. The album will also be available as a limit edition vinyl which can be … Continue reading Ta-Ku – Dowhatyoulove